THE son of a Darwen woman who died aged just 25 has launched a fundraising drive in her memory.

Avondale Primary School pupil Tommy Tierney  has set up ‘Tommy’s Challenge’ – a variety of events being held at Avondale – in a bid to raise cash so the family of Karla Tierney can buy a memorial plot for the former Darwen Moorland High School pupil.

A school spokeswoman said the school was grateful for the kind support shown to Tommy and his family from parents, staff and agencies outside of school, the WEC Group, Two Gates Social Club, Darwen subs bingo section and Ritherdon, who have raised money and donated to the challenge.