Charity fundraiser Jane Tomlinson has died following a long battle against cancer.

The mother-of-three refused to let the disease get in the way of raising £1.75m for good causes after she was diagnosed with the disease seven years ago.

How will you remember this inspirational woman?

Comments

[West Midlands Sep 28, 2007 1:01:10 AM]

The world is a much sadder and emptier place when people like Jane leave it. The courage inspiration and selflessness that she showed in the face of tradedy. was
excepional and remarkable

[Mary Adams North Lincs Sep 25, 2007 6:47:15 PM]

My son died od cancer in 2005, and what i find amazing with both him and Jane the shear courage and determination that someone suffering with cancer has. I'm so sorry to hear of Janes Death, and I hope her family will soon come to realise that she is now at peace with the angels in Heaven. I hope her family will soon be able to come to terms with her passing, and i wish them all the luck in the future with the rest of thier lives.

[Deborah do Carmo, Algarve Portugal Sep 10, 2007 10:11:33 AM]

Incredibly sad news. I hope her family find the strength to deal with their massive loss. RIP Jane.

[Carlo, Edinburgh Sep 8, 2007 1:54:40 AM]

While it's sad that Jane has died and I'm not arguing about all the money she raised for charity but I wonder how her family feel about all the time she spent away from them when she was given such a short time to live? Just a thought.

[Jackie,Fife Sep 7, 2007 11:20:14 PM]

I was diagnosed with B/C in 2004 ,I read Janes book and she gave me strenghth and inspiration.what an amazing woman ,the things she done ,the money she raised Her family must be so proud of her .I send my condolences to them and to let them know i am thinking of them
R.I.P Jane- you will never be forgottenxx

[karen, aylesbury Sep 7, 2007 5:06:18 PM]

Such a sad loss of a truly remarkable brave woman I hope all those people that accused Jane of being a fake now feel thoroughly ashamed of themselves both my parents died of cancer and i have seen first hand how differently it affects different people. God Bless Jane. Rest in peace.

[Jacqueline, Portugal Sep 5, 2007 7:02:33 PM]

I was so sad to hear of the death of Jane. Even though everyone knew it was inevitable it was still a big shock. I thought by keeping in good physical shape that she would keep the decease at bay for longer. It just shows the strength of her decease. It was incredible what she did in these last years of her life. It just shows what an exceptional human being Jane was. She decided that she was not going to take her impending death laying down and stood up and fought with all her heart. She is an enormous role model to everyone. What a truly brave woman she was. I will miss following her achievements and my heart aches for her family.

[Maureen, London Sep 5, 2007 3:05:28 PM]

I am absolutely gutted to hear that Jane has passed away. What an amazing woman!! One in a million! May you rest in peace after all your hard work here on earth. Thinking of your lovely family at this very difficult time.

[Brian Dunbar, Dundee Sep 5, 2007 11:30:14 AM]

Jane you will never be forgotten. As a runner myself you inspired me when the going got tough. Rest in peacenow that you are free from pain. Just hope that we meet in heaven one day for Gods Marathon.

[Sharon Morgan, Wales Sep 5, 2007 10:56:54 AM]

I just want to say how much of an inspiration Jane was when I was diagnosed with Cervical Cancer. She didn't know it but she helped me get through a very tough time and made me feel determined to get better also.

Jane, you will always be in my heart. Big hugs to your family. They can be truly proud of all you have achieved. You will never be forgotten.

[Janine Dubai Sep 5, 2007 10:46:20 AM]

Jane, you were an inspiration to all! Your determination and incredible positive attitude will be your everlasting legacy! I am a huge admirer of yours and feel sad that your incredible journey on earth has come to an end. My thoughts and prayers are with your family who have supported you in such an incredible way. God Bless!

[Gary Hill. Hyde Sep 5, 2007 8:28:48 AM]

Such a sad loss to every one i read her first book and it gives you such an insite to how much pain Jane was going through but she just kept going thinking of others and not herself she will be sadly missed im thinking of her family at this time god bless.

[Jakki, Saudi Arabia Sep 5, 2007 8:16:33 AM]

How can anyone complain about things that life throws at us. Jane showed us that life is precious and we should make the most of it while we can. Truly an inspiration to us all. Her family although now sad can be so proud to have had her in their life.

[Melanie Bennett Sep 4, 2007 11:51:03 PM]

I lost my nan to cancer 3 weeks ago. And my heart goes out to Jane's family and friends. My thoughts are with you all.

Jane was an amazing insperation to me when my nan had cancer. To keep strong and keep smiling. She is an insperation to everyone round the world. I will miss you.

Rest in peace Jane

[mik, gateshead Sep 4, 2007 11:22:05 PM]

such a sad loss
what is our loss is heavens gain
many sympathies to the family
RIP jane what you have done has inspired millions
god bless
mik

[Neil Goddard doncaster Sep 4, 2007 10:17:02 PM]

I am saddended by the news of the passing of jane she was a amazing human being,such a wonderfull brave and caring person, it is a loss to us all ,my sypathys go out to the fammily but allways be very proud of you wife and mum she was a very very special lady.

[trish, huddersfield Sep 4, 2007 9:54:28 PM]

A great feeling of sadness came over me today when I hear the news of Jane's death on the car radio. I followed her achievements and events always in the news, on TV and in the Yorkshire Post who supported her sterling work at every opportunity. My friend was recently diagnosed with cancer and given 6 months to live, Jane's name has been mentioned more times than ever as she has made it possible to think you can do something to beat the predictions. She was a true heroine and one that will never be forgotten. I extend deepest sympathy to her family and friends and pray for them.

[Michelle, London Sep 4, 2007 8:32:35 PM]

Jane was an inspiration to many. She achieved more than most people could ever dream. My thoughts and prayers go out to Jane's family and my wish is that she will continue to be an inspiration to people. this cruel disease killed a wonderful women, but without her fundraising efforts the cure for cancer would be even further away. Don't let her efforts be in vain - continue to fundraise for these wonderful charities. God Bless Jane, run on the clouds now in heaven.

[tommy in windsor Sep 4, 2007 8:11:39 PM]

If God made anything better than Jane he kept it too himself

[Jo Oxfordshire Sep 4, 2007 8:00:02 PM]

What a wonderful lady, a true inspiration. I was very sad to hear of her death and feel deeply for those left behind. She showed great courage and determination and will continue to inspire many people. What a legacy to leave behind and certainly makes me look to my life and how I can be a better person and fulfill my life to its fullest potential. My love to all Jane's family and friends. You are very much in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. xxxxx

[nicola allan Sep 4, 2007 7:41:49 PM]

Jane,although we never met you were one of my reasons for completing the London Marathon.
God bless your family. May they continue your work.
Nicola and Ricky

[Alan Gateshead Sep 4, 2007 7:33:59 PM]

I was deeply saddened to here of Janes passing. There is no justice in this world. Jane is an inspiration to us all.Mike must have known Jane was special when they married but he could have had no idea of what a truely exceptional human being she was.You and the children can be very proud of her.
God Bless You All!

[Marie, Rothwell Leeds Sep 4, 2007 5:44:19 PM]

I have watched Jane jog passed my house daily in preparation for her races and I have watched her barely able to walk up the street after treatments and even in her last couple of months she was giving support & comfort to a neighbour also battling Cancer. She was not only an inspiration but a very nice lady. God bless you Jane

[Stefania Sep 4, 2007 5:43:14 PM]

I feel very sad and my thoughts go out to her family and friends. She was such a brave woman, a true fighter who never would give up for the sake of her family. She never complained and all through her many treatments remained positive and cheery.

May she rest in peace.

God Bless

[David Woolmer,St.Albans Sep 4, 2007 5:27:19 PM]

The very sad death of the unforgettable Jane Tomlinson is made even sadder by the inablity/unwillingness of the Government to have recognised this national hero properly!

Gongs and awards are handed out like confetti to government benefactors, civil servants and industrialists while a person lauded throughout the world dies without even a DBE. So sad that it is a DISGRACE!