A WYE Valley dad has died surrounded by his family just weeks after being diagnosed with a second brain tumour

Earlier this month Tim Rogers’ family, from Ross-on-Wye, received the devastating news that not only did he have a new brain tumour in a different area of his brain from where a previous one was removed, but were told this tumour was far more aggressive and that it had also spread to his spinal cord.

Heartbreakingly the family were informed that there was nothing more that could be done medically.

It was just two years ago, Tim was first diagnosed with a brain tumour, the size of a tennis ball. But during the summer of 2025 the tumour had returned.

But a Go Fund Me fundraiser has now been launched to financially help Tim’s family.

Tim, 41, was transferred to St Michael’s Hospice in Hereford on January 12 from Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, to receive end-of-life care.

Sadly Tim died last week and stepson Jake Smith, 24, said that he had been a major role model in his life, but regretted that his younger sisters would not experience the ‘selfless fun-loving father’ who was just a ‘brilliant man’.

He said: “We are currently navigating the whole process and any monies received from the Go Fund Me will be really appreciated.

“But at least I have the memories of such a great guy. He was selfless and would drop whatever he was doing just to play football with me.

“His primary focus was his family, and nothing was ever too much for him. I feel I have experienced the best of him.

“Unfortunately, my sisters will not get to experience this side of him as for them he has been ill for much of their lives, but they are now being supported by the Hope Support Services.

“However, we did a lot as family. Our last experience was provided through the support of the Matthew’s Way Brain Tumour Charity who facilitated a visit to West Midland's Safari Park visit and we were treated like VIPs.

“We visited all the animals and got close to many of them when we were taken around the park by wardens. It was a fantastic experience for all of us. A cherished memory.”

Liz Jenkins has set up a fundraiser on Gofundme and said: “Tim’s wife Amy is not someone who ever likes to ask for help. However, given everything this family has been through, there are so many people who would want to help in any way possible.

“While nothing can take away the pain of this situation, any support may help the family find some sense of normality during an incredibly dark and difficult time.

“Any funds raised will go towards everyday living costs, funeral expenses so Tim can have the send-off he truly deserves and providing ongoing support and stability for the children as they prepare to face life without their dad.”

To support the family search Support Amy & Her Children through the most awful time at gofundme.com.

Tim’s funeral will be held on February 13, at Hereford Crematorium.