Hundreds of Yorkshire families contribute to suicide memorial quilt

The installation is now touring around the County

Author: Kathy GreenPublished 28th Dec 2022

Hundreds of people in Yorkshire have now taken part in a special memorial project to remember a loved one who has been lost to suicide.

The "speak their name" memorial quilt is made up of individual hand crafted squares - each one created by a bereaved family.

Karen Sykes lost her husband and daughter and is one of the organisers.

She says they're adding to it all the time: "It does bring a message of hope as well, it's a beautiful piece of art but it's a positive project in that it helps people create something very unique because each square on the quilt is very unique.

The quilt is now on tour around the County. In 2023 it will visit Hull Minster, Hebden bridge, Wakefield cathedral, the Kirklees area, St James hospital in Leeds and Howarth.

If you or a loved one are at risk - you can contact Samaritans on 116 123 or you can find mental health support where you are via hub of hope .co.uk

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