An 86-year-old father, Tim Wardle, who advocated for assisted dying, passed away after battling cancer for over a decade. His son, Charlie, shared that Tim faced a sudden increase in pain before his death, highlighting the need for legislation like the Assisted Dying Bill to prevent others from enduring similar suffering.

Tim, a resident of Devon, had been fighting various forms of cancer, including kidney, bladder, prostate, and lung cancer. He expressed his desire for the right to choose a peaceful and dignified death at home. Tim had witnessed his family members succumb to cancer and was determined to have control over his own end-of-life decisions.

Advocates at My Death, My Decision praised Tim for his unwavering support for assisted dying. Tim emphasized the importance of dying on his own terms and criticized the lack of options available in his home country. He believed that individuals should not have to travel abroad or incur significant expenses to access a peaceful death.

Charlie Wardle, a support worker, emphasized his father’s commitment to the cause of assisted dying and expressed disappointment in the delays surrounding the legislative process. He urged for swift action to prevent others from experiencing prolonged suffering at the end of their lives.

Graham Winyard, Director at My Death, My Decision, commended Tim for his dedication to the assisted dying movement despite his terminal illness. Winyard highlighted Tim’s legacy of advocating for dignity, justice, and compassion in end-of-life care, pledging to continue the campaign in his honor.