Reece Fleming, an 8-year-old boy suffering from leukemia, "married" his school sweetheart, fulfilling his last dream before his death.
He had created a list of ambitions he wanted to achieve before the end of his life, which included taking a ride in a Ferrari, spending a day at a fire station, and having a pirate-themed birthday party. The
last thing on his list was saying "I do" to the girl he admired, Elleanor Pursglove.
Reece had proposed to Elleanor several times, and she finally answered yes after learning he only had a few weeks left to live. The plan was to have a vicar present for their vows, however with Reece's condition worsening, the mock ceremony was held at his home. Reece got to wear his favorite shirt, while Elleanor wore a wedding gown.
"You can't really describe in words what it was like. Reece and Elleanor were both very quiet, but there was a lot of feeling in the room," said Reece’s mother, Lorraine.
The young couple exchanged vows, rings, and were even given a marriage certificate. At the end of the ceremony, Reece told his mother, "Mum, I can go now."
After battling the cancer for four years of his life, Reece died the following day.
"Elleanor is missing him a lot. They were both really pleased with the ceremony. It was very special - he just kept smiling at her," said the girl's mother.
This report was contributed by cas
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