Fundraiser in memory of ‘hiking brother and friend’
Mayo and Galway Mountain Rescue will be the beneficiaries of the fundraising endeavour.
A Mayo man has launched a fundraiser in memory of his ‘hiking brother and friend’ who lost his life while on a mountain hike.
Joseph Staunton has set up a Gofundme and will taking on the ‘biggest adventure’ of his life when he takes on Gaelforce West on June 15.
He is undertaking the endeavour following a tragedy earlier this year and will raise funds for Galway and Mayo Mountain Rescue “So why Galway and Mayo Mountain rescue? Its only when a disaster hits your own doorstep that you can really appreciate the work put in by these Hero Volunteers.
“On the 20 of March 2024 our wonderful brother Thierry decided to make the Journey to Mt Tully in the beautiful Connemara Co. Galway not knowing that it would be the last hike he would ever do. It was a clear beautiful day with super views over the mountain top. He sat down to take in the view at the top and took his last breath and sadly passed away.
His love for the outdoors was only matched by his love for music and Father Ted. We miss him more than words can tell,” said James.
The work carried out by An Garda Síochána (Clifden Station) and the Galway Mountain rescue team who recovered our brother with such sensitivity and grace are to be highly commended. These heroes are volunteers who leave there dinner on the table, child's play or brother’s wedding to go and help people in need, not knowing what they may be walking into. I am so in their debt for what they have done for my family that i decided to raise funds to help these self-funded agencies.” he added.
See https://www.gofundme.com/f/galway-and-mayo-mountain-rescue to donate.
