It is with great sadness that I report the death of Steve Lee from mesothelioma.

I met Steve through his fundraising work for the June Hancock Mesothelioma Research Fund, of which I am a trustee.

Since he was diagnosed with mesothelioma in 2007, Steve organised fundraising efforts through his running club, the Reading Roadrunners.

In 2009 Steve even ran the Reading half marathon, which took great courage and determination bearing in mind his condition.

Steve helped to raise more than £40,000 for mesothelioma research. The Steve Lee fellowship grant is now funding a London-based mesothelioma research project, which is very fitting and will be a lasting legacy.

Our condolences go out to Steve’s friends and family.