A WOMAN is running the marathon in memory of a 12-year-old boy who died after collapsing in a PE lesson.
Natalie Taylor-Neilson, 27, will take on the challenge in tribute to family friend Jay Waters, who died suddenly from heart muscle disease cardiomyopathy n 2009. The HR manager from South Woodham Ferrers is raising money for the Cardiomyopathy Association, a charity that provides information and support to affected families and helps educate the medical profession.
Natalie, who lived next door to Jay, said: "Running in Jay's memory to help others with this condition is an honour."