A store fundraising drive in memory of Greenhills man William Russell raised hundreds of pounds for Diabetes UK. Argos Kingsgate collected £376 from the Easter-themed event which saw customers guess the name of a cuddly bunny – which was Peanut – and how many chocolate eggs were in a jar. The correct answer was 99. Worker Allan Russell organised the week-long fundraiser in memory of his dad, who died from type 2 diabetes in January. He said: “It was a lot of fun and I was amazed at people’s generosity. Also I’d like to thank all the staff at Argos who helped out and all the customers who donated.” Together with cash donated at William’s funeral, £800 was raised for Diabetes UK. Click here to find out more from the East Kilbride News and like us on Facebook
The event at Argos Kingsgate has raised £ 376 for Diabetes UK , in memory of a man , William Russell , who died from complications due to Type 2 diabetes in January . Customers were invited to name a cuddly rabbit and guess the number of eggs in a jar , in an event organised by William Russell ’s son , James . He said : “ It was a lot of fun and I was amazed at people ’s generosity . ”