Team Leon

Hi Everybody,

Please Read below as we introduce Team Leon and support Leon Westman on his journey as he battles cancer at only 3 and a half years old.....Our apologies as this may be somewhat triggering...

Leon Westman – a bright, fun-loving little boy who is just 3 and a half years old. He has a smile that lights up a room the minute he walks in.

Leon lives in Mountmellick, County Laois, with his mammy and daddy, Shauna & Noel, and his big sister Jodie. Noel and Shauna both live and work locally. Shauna is also actively involved volunteering her artistic skills with Mountmellick Community Arts Centre, and the Christmas Tree Committee.

In August 2025, Leon and his family received heartbreaking news: Leon was diagnosed with cancer. He is now under the incredible care of Crumlin Children’s Hospital, facing a long and difficult journey ahead.

This fight will take a huge emotional and physical toll on Leon, his family, and everyone who loves him. On top of that, the financial strain of travel, overnight stays, and lost income will soon add up. Leon’s family will focus all of their time and effort into supporting Leon through this.

That’s where Team Leon comes in. Our goal is to support Shauna, Noel, Jodie, and Leon in every way possible, so they can focus fully on Leon’s care – not bills.

Mountmellick has continually shown just why it is known as the “Small Town with the Big Heart”, and already the love shown to the Westman and Blake families has been incredible. It's this kindness and compassion that Mountmellick is known for, that makes even the hard days that little bit easier.

Our small town has already seen far too many young people battle cancer, and now it’s our Leon. His parents are focusing all their energy on helping him through treatment, and we want to surround them with as much love and support as possible.

Every donation, no matter how small, makes a difference. Sharing this page is also a huge help if you can’t donate.

Anybody willing to get involved please contact Darren Strong or any of the organizers listed below directly, and they will put you in touch with our volunteer group.

All Events & Fundraisers will be posted around by Team Leon.

As the African proverb reminds us:

“It takes a village to raise a child.”

But it takes a community to save one.

Over the coming weeks, you’ll see the Team Leon logo across Mountmellick, Laois, and beyond.

From the bottom of our hearts,

Thank you for standing with Leon and his family on this journey.

With gratitude,

Darren Strong, Olivia & Dillon Payne, Martina Dunne, Sarah Dooley, Angel & Lisa Tormey, Richie Westman

– Team Leon

***At the family’s request, we kindly ask that no photos of Leon are used in fundraisers – instead, please use our logo to show your support for our little superhero.