In Memory of John Manson

By Susan Hemer

I've created this page in memory of a loved one.

We are honouring the memory of John, who was diagnosed with small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma in July 2024 and died in June 2025. We are hiking the Heysen Trail end-to-end, beginning with a 400km stretch in July 2026 to celebrate John's love of being in the outdoors and by raising money for NeuroEndocrine Cancer Australia. Small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma is a rare and difficult to treat cancer.

Please help me help them by giving whatever you can. The more people that know about NeuroEndocrine Cancer Australia, the greater their impact, so please also spread the word by sharing my page with your friends and family.

Thank you in advance for your generosity.

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$750

Shirley Jones

For my brother

$215

Anna Chur-hansen

$106.12

Di Rodger

$106.12

Georgina Drew

You’re an inspiration, Susan!

$106.12

Claire Harris

Truly amazing, Susan ! I hope it's not too cold!

$106.12

Andrew Skuse

$106.12

Tanya Zivkovic

Very best wishes for the hike!

$106.12

Heidi Mettner

Enjoy the trails Susan!

$106.12

John Carty

$54.84

Nathan Manning

Stay warm on that hike!

$54.84

Courtney Jones

So proud of you all for completing this journey. You are all such an inspiration, and it’s a beautiful tribute to someone who was so deeply loved by you all ❤️

$54.84

Cathryn Weymouth

We all love and miss John and hope this helps to raise money for others.

$54.84

Sarah Hoggard

Good luck Susan and kids!

$54.84

Roslyn Bradshaw

May your trip be meaningful but also fun. Enjoy the scenery, the freshness, the sunrises , and remember all the good times you had together before he got sick. Love from Roslyn

$54.84

Cherise Vallet

Go Susan and family... and take care of yourselves! Will be thinking of you out there on these cold nights! x

$54.84

Susan Hemer

$54.84

Tim Legrand

$54.84

Corinne Walding

$54.84

Beth Nosworthy

Thinking of you and your kids as you hike this first 400km, and as you celebrate John's memory - may it be a blessing. <3

$54.84

Melissa

John was one of the most remarkable, talented and cheeky people I have had the pleasure of knowing. He bought laughter and warmth to those around him. Sent with love ❤️

$53.64

Lauren Wilson

$28.43

Zahli Harrison

$23.50

Henry Mettner

$23.50

Roman House

Good luck on the hike! Sending my love and support <3

$23.50

Lily Waite

$23.50

Anonymous

Sending messages of support for the trek!

$23.50

Annamaria

$11.80

Madeline Doig

$11.80

Anonymous

$10

Lauren Schulz