Croydon Guardian | James Haddad

Appeal anniversary

Fri, 14 Nov 2003 10:09:00 +0000

A year after nine-year-old James Haddad lost his brave battle against a rare brain tumour, some of the £50,000 Guardian readers helped raise has gone to help find a cure.

Forever an angel

Wed, 30 Oct 2002 12:32:00 +0000

James Haddad, the beloved son and brother of Robert, Sue and Christine, passed away peacefully in his own bed at 6:15am on Saturday.

Firemens marathon effort raises £1,000

Wed, 16 Oct 2002 12:57:04 +0100

Kind-hearted firemen brought fund-raising efforts for the James Haddad Appeal to a temporary close last week by rowing for nine hours to raise £1,037 in the Whitgift Centre.

Fire brigade pulling together for James

Wed, 09 Oct 2002 12:30:55 +0100

Croydon Fire Brigade have joined the fund-raising efforts for the James Haddad Appeal, which has now risen above £35,000 for the first time.

Hopes are pinned on pioneering drugs

Wed, 09 Oct 2002 12:28:29 +0100

James Haddad's parents are hoping that new pioneering drug treatment previously unavailable in the UK, will restore their son's health, speech and movement, but despite his deteriorating condition, the nine-year-old continues to show remarkable spirit and courage.

Family pins faith on new treatment

Wed, 02 Oct 2002 09:36:31 +0100

James Haddad's parents Robert and Sue have asked the Guardian to publish this statement on their nine-year-old son's progress and the fundraising appeal:

Brave James fights on as condition deteriorates

Wed, 25 Sep 2002 11:01:00 +0100

Since he was telling jokes at a fundraising event last Thursday, James Haddad's condition has rapidly deteriorated, making even speech difficult for the brave nine-year-old.

Tour dates to help James

Wed, 18 Sep 2002 13:29:00 +0100

o LA Zakatek at My Old China Restaurant, Purley

Fundraising events kick into high gear

Wed, 18 Sep 2002 13:28:00 +0100

Fund-raising for the James Haddad Appeal is now in full swing, and three events last week helped push the total above £30,000 for the first time.

Wheelchair-bound James hour of need

Wed, 11 Sep 2002 13:02:00 +0100

When the pupils of St Mary's Junior School returned to class last week, there was one

September events

Wed, 04 Sep 2002 13:09:00 +0100

A series of fund-raising events are planned in September to help raise much-needed money for James Haddad's treatment overseas.

Waiting for a green light from America

Wed, 04 Sep 2002 13:08:00 +0100

While James Haddad's parents await a crucial response from doctors overseas as to where and when their son can undergo

A fond farewell to James

Wed, 06 Nov 2002 09:22:48 +0000

Hundreds of mourners brought parts of Croydon to a standstill on Friday, as the funeral of James Haddad took place.

A tribute to James

Wed, 13 Nov 2002 11:06:36 +0000

Robert and Sue Haddad received a rousing standing ovation at last week's Croydon Champions Reception, and accepted almost £3,000 towards the James Haddad Appeal.

Balloons released to remember James’ one year on

Thu, 06 Nov 2003 09:48:00 +0000

Schoolfriends of James Haddad released white balloons during an emotional service to mark the first anniversary of his death.

Haddad remembered

Wed, 22 Oct 2003 12:08:00 +0100

A memorial mass to mark the first anniversary of James Haddads death takes place on Saturday.

Pear tree tribute to James

Wed, 20 Aug 2003 09:34:00 +0100

The memory of James Haddad, the nine-year-old West Croydon schoolboy who lost his battle against a brain tumour last year, will live on in Croydon after a pear tree was dedicated to him last week.

Garden to honour James

Wed, 21 May 2003 09:56:12 +0100

Six months after James Haddad died from a rare brain tumour, his school St Mary's Junior School opened a prayer garden in his name.

Tough life lessons

Thu, 10 Jul 2003 16:46:42 +0100

Anne Pendry was just hours into her first day as a headteacher in January 2002, when James Haddad's parents Robert and Sue broke the news that their son had an inoperable brain tumour.

James Haddad garden

Tue, 20 May 2003 09:21:45 +0100

Six months after James Haddad died from a rare brain tumour, his school St Mary's Junior School, is preparing to open a prayer garden in his name.

Remembering the bravery of James

Mon, 30 Dec 2002 11:42:51 +0000

In January, James Haddad was diagnosed with a "diffused intrinsic pontine glioma", a cancer which is located at the centre of the brain and cannot be safely operated on.

Charity ball cancelled

Wed, 27 Nov 2002 11:00:32 +0000

The James Haddad Christmas Charity Ball at Addington Palace has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. The fund-raiser was to be held in the marquee at the historic venue on Friday, November 29, but the organisers felt there was insufficient preparation time for such a big event. They hope to hold it early next year. Those who have already paid for tickets will get a full refund.

Pals remember James

Wed, 27 Nov 2002 10:59:21 +0000

Pupils of St Mary's Junior School paid tribute to James Haddad at a special remembrance service last week, and a permanent memorial garden for the nine-year-old who died from a rare brain tumour is planned at the Croydon school.

Haddads to fight on for James

Wed, 20 Nov 2002 12:18:22 +0000

In January, James Haddad was diagnosed with a very rare form of brain tumour called a "diffused intrinsic pontine glioma" a cancer which is located at the centre of the brain and cannot be safely removed or operated on.

Christmas Ball

Wed, 13 Nov 2002 11:08:28 +0000

A charity Christmas ball will take place in the historic surroundings of Addington Palace later this month to raise funds for the James Haddad Appeal

Your support

Wed, 28 Aug 2002 12:34:00 +0100

Since we revealed two weeks ago that James Haddad's life-threatening brain condition had worsened, Guardian readers have dug-deep to help the stricken West Croydon nine-year old.

LA Zakatek tour in aid of James

Wed, 21 Aug 2002 10:10:00 +0100

A series of fund-raising events have been planned for September to help raise much-needed money for James Haddad's treatment overseas.

Condition gets worse for James

Wed, 14 Aug 2002 12:38:00 +0100

The need to raise funds to help James Haddad, the West Croydon boy with a life-threatening brain illness, has become urgent, after an emergency brain scan last week revealed his condition has worsened.

Papal blessing

Wed, 29 May 2002 12:06:00 +0100

The Haddad family from West Croydon have just returned from the Vatican in Rome where they hope a personal blessing from the Pope, will help cure little James' life-threatening brain condition.

Diet puts James to the test

Wed, 22 May 2002 12:20:00 +0100

Since he was diagnosed with a life-threatening brain condition, James Haddad's life has been turned upside down with a strict diet and constant attention replacing the care-free existence of a bright eight-year-old.

Pope hope for little James!

Wed, 15 May 2002 12:01:00 +0100

The Haddad family from West Croydon are seeking help from the Pope in their battle against young James' life-threatening brain condition, when they visit the Vatican for a special audience.

Thank you all

Wed, 08 May 2002 13:16:00 +0100

With your help, the James Haddad Appeal has already raised over £6,000 to help fund treatment for the eight-year-old suffering from a life-threatening brain condition. This week James' parents Robert and Sue have requested we publish a thank-you letter to you all.

Support grows for young James

Wed, 01 May 2002 11:58:00 +0100

Since the James Haddad Appeal fund was launched in March, to help fund treatment for the eight year old battling a life threatening brain condition, the people of Croydon have shown remarkable generosity in donating over £5,000.

New drug providing hope for little James

Fri, 26 Apr 2002 16:49:00 +0100

Since their son James was diagnosed with a rare and debilitating brain condition in January, Robert and Sue Haddad have refused to accept the doctor's prognosis that nothing more can be done for the eight-year-old.

Trip steels familys resolve

Fri, 19 Apr 2002 13:17:00 +0100

West Croydon's Haddad family have just returned from Lourdes, in France, where they did not find a miracle but found hope and renewed strength to continue the fight against eight-year-old James' life-threatening brain condition.

Parents touched by community action

Wed, 10 Apr 2002 11:47:00 +0100

With the possibility of further conventional NHS treatment for James exhausted, extensive research has identified alternative treatment available outside the UK, and given the Haddad family hope.

Join in quest to find a miracle cure for James

Wed, 03 Apr 2002 09:53:00 +0100

The family of eight-year-old West Croydon boy James Haddad has vowed never to give up fighting to find a cure for his illness, a rare and life-threatening brain condition.

Parents set up fund to help their little James

Wed, 27 Mar 2002 12:55:00 +0000

Like any child his age, James Haddad, eight, of West Croydon had enjoyed a normal family Christmas in December 2001, and his parents and sister Christine, 14, had no reason to suspect anything was wrong.

How you can help our appeal fund

Wed, 27 Mar 2002 12:31:00 +0000

An appeal fund has been set up, making it simple for Guardian readers to make their donations.

Working through pain

Wed, 05 Jun 2002 11:21:00 +0100

Christmas is a trying time for any parent but for Sue and Robert Haddad, the sudden emergence of their eight-year-old son James' life-threatening brain condition meant the festive period in 2001 changed their lives. This week James' mother Sue tells the Guardian about her experiences in coping with James's illness and returning to work.

Concert to raise funds for James

Wed, 05 Jun 2002 11:23:00 +0100

A fund-raising concert has been organised in aid of the James Haddad Appeal Fund, featuring local youngster James Ford playing guitar.

LA Zakatek play for James

Wed, 07 Aug 2002 13:19:00 +0100

Fresh from signing their first major record deal in the United States, local R&B duo, LA Zakatek have given up their time to organise a mini-tour in Croydon in aid of the James Haddad Appeal.

Band joins fight for little James

Wed, 31 Jul 2002 13:10:00 +0100

The plight of young James Haddad as reported in the Guardian has prompted many groups and organisations to raise funds to help support his family and pay for treatment that may take him to the United States.

Family business to donate profits

Wed, 24 Jul 2002 12:34:00 +0100

A local family business has pledged to donate over a quarter of their profits on some products to the James Haddad Appeal Fund.

Fund continues towards target

Wed, 24 Jul 2002 12:34:00 +0100

Since it was launched in March, the James Haddad Appeal has raised over £17,000 for the West Croydon boy who is suffering from a life-threatening brain condition.

Cautious hope after brain scan

Wed, 17 Jul 2002 12:31:00 +0100

After an anxious wait, the Haddad family from West Croydon, whose nine-year-old James is suffering from a rare brain condition, have received some encouraging results from his latest scan.

Scans to reveal any signs of progress

Wed, 10 Jul 2002 10:35:00 +0100

After months of hard work restricting their son's diet and seeking the best treatment to tackle his rare illness, James Haddad's parents face an anxious wait to see what impact their efforts and those of the doctors have had on his condition.

Still a long road ahead

Wed, 03 Jul 2002 11:08:00 +0100

Although the James Haddad Appeal fund is in full swing, it is still well below the amount required to take James outside the UK for alternative treatment.

Firm pledge share of profits to James

Wed, 26 Jun 2002 10:52:00 +0100

A local family business has pledged to donate over a quarter of their profits on some products to the James Haddad Appeal Fund.

Birthday celebration raises family spirits

Wed, 26 Jun 2002 10:51:00 +0100

Family and friends of James Haddad gathered last weekend to celebrate his ninth birthday, made extra special, because it is his first birthday, since he was diagnosed with a life threatening brain condition.

Music and song play for James

Wed, 19 Jun 2002 10:43:00 +0100

Fund-raising for the James Haddad Appeal Fund is now in full swing, and two recent events in Croydon have helped push the total up to an amazing £13,000 since the launch in March, writes Joseph O'Shea.

Christines prayers for brave brother

Wed, 12 Jun 2002 12:30:00 +0100

LLike most girls her age, Christine Haddad will take her GCSE exams next year, but her studies have suffered since January when she learnt that her eight-year-old brother has an incurable illness.

Family heartbreak behind the smiles

Wed, 27 Mar 2002 12:26:00 +0000

Since their son James, eight, was diagnosed with a rare brain condition, six weeks of radiotherapy and their own painstaking research for medical treatment has not afforded Robert and Sue Haddad time to come to terms with his illness.

Croydon Guardian | James Haddad

Appeal anniversary

Forever an angel

Firemens marathon effort raises £1,000

Fire brigade pulling together for James

Hopes are pinned on pioneering drugs

Family pins faith on new treatment

Brave James fights on as condition deteriorates

Tour dates to help James

Fundraising events kick into high gear

Wheelchair-bound James hour of need

September events

Waiting for a green light from America

A fond farewell to James

A tribute to James

Balloons released to remember James’ one year on

Haddad remembered

Pear tree tribute to James

Garden to honour James

Tough life lessons

James Haddad garden

Remembering the bravery of James

Charity ball cancelled

Pals remember James

Haddads to fight on for James

Christmas Ball

Your support

LA Zakatek tour in aid of James

Condition gets worse for James

Papal blessing

Diet puts James to the test

Pope hope for little James!

Thank you all

Support grows for young James

New drug providing hope for little James

Trip steels familys resolve

Parents touched by community action

Join in quest to find a miracle cure for James

Parents set up fund to help their little James

How you can help our appeal fund

Working through pain

Concert to raise funds for James

LA Zakatek play for James

Band joins fight for little James

Family business to donate profits

Fund continues towards target

Cautious hope after brain scan

Scans to reveal any signs of progress

Still a long road ahead

Firm pledge share of profits to James

Birthday celebration raises family spirits

Music and song play for James

Christines prayers for brave brother

Family heartbreak behind the smiles

Firemens marathon effort raises £1,000

Wheelchair-bound James hour of need

Trip steels familys resolve

Christines prayers for brave brother