Backing from Busby Babes

Former Manchester United players donated towards a £3,500 cheque presented to St Ann’s in memory of ‘Busby Babe’ John Doherty, who died at the Hospice in Heald Green last year.

Members of the Association of Former Manchester United Players, represented by former United Manager Wilf McGuinness and another ‘Busby Babe’, Alan Wardle, joined John’s widow, Barbara, in presenting the cheque, which was also made up of donations in lieu of funeral flowers.

They met Staff Nurse Andrew Wells who helped look after Mr Doherty in his final days, and presented their cheque to St Ann’s Fundraising Officer, Louise Kelly.