The loved ones of a Hamilton teen who died from a brain condition have raised £80,000 in his memory. 

At just six weeks old, Paul Creaney was diagnosed with alobar holoprosencephaly, a condition which prevents the brain from controlling the functions of the body.

He was supported by Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) before he sadly passed away in May 2013.

His family have managed to raise money for CHAS over eight years through an annual fundraiser at Hamilton Golf Club. 

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Paul’s godmother, Michelle Henderson, whose husband Stewart organises the fundraiser, said: “We are thrilled to have raised such an amazing amount for CHAS in memory of Paul.

"He really was such a lovely, special boy who was very much loved by everyone who knew him.

"He was such a wee character and had the biggest, most infectious smile. 

“CHAS was there for Paul throughout his young life and he enjoyed regular trips to Rachel House in Kinross.

"He even got to meet Sharleen Spiteri there once and got to go to her concert which was amazing.

"The charity also helped Paul’s family after he passed away and were there for them to help them cope with their grief."

This year’s fundraising efforts reached almost £15,000, bringing the total raised since to an incredible £80,000 since 2014.

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Events included family friend Lara Henderson running the Edinburgh marathon in May, his sister Emma taking on a 100 miles in a month challenge and his mum Denise taking part in the Kiltwalk.

Gary Thomson’s Golf Academy also raised £550 at their Charity Golf Target Day which they donated to Paul’s tribute fund.

Michelle added: “It is always such a poignant event because it takes place in May – the same month as Paul’s anniversary and Denise and Matt have said the event helps get them through this sad time each year which is so touching to hear.”

CHAS Community Fundraiser Hayley Smith said: “We are so grateful to Paul’s family and friends for raising such an incredible amount of money for CHAS over the last eight years in his memory.

"These funds will help us continue our work supporting children with life-shortening conditions and their families across Scotland.”