Charlie was a fun-loving, sporty little boy with a kind heart who loved life. He adored his older sister and little brother, and there was nothing he enjoyed more than spending time with his family.
Diagnosed with medulloblastoma at just 4 years and 8 months old, Charlie faced every challenge with incredible courage. Although he passed away in 2023, aged just seven, his story continues to inspire hope through his family, Connor's Run and the RCD Foundation.
Before his diagnosis, Charlie filled every day with adventure. Whether he was building Lego, fishing, swimming, dancing to Bluey, flying remote-control planes or barracking for the mighty Dees, he embraced life with an infectious smile and loved making people laugh.
A brave journey
Finding joy through music
Throughout Charlie's treatment, the RCD Foundation's Music Matters program gave his family something to look forward to every week.
Charlie and his siblings sang songs, played instruments and laughed together.
"Just like any child their age should be doing. We loved watching the joy on their faces that these sessions brought." — Charlie's mum
Charlie's legacy lives on
Although Charlie is no longer with us, his legacy lives on.
Charlie's family honour him through Dougie's Dashers at Connor's Run, helping raise vital funds for research, Music Matters and development initiatives that support children and families facing brain cancer today.
