A mother’s love is incomparable and when it is paired with the grief of losing a child, the pain is immeasurable. A devastated mother from Northern Ireland has paid tribute to her “beautiful son” who lost his life in a tragic car crash in Co Armagh. This heart-wrenching incident has shaken the local community and has left the family of the victim devastated. In this article, we will delve into the tragic incident and shed light on the emotional tribute given by the grieving mother.
A mother from Co Armagh has paid tribute to her 19-year-old son, Ben Gillis, who passed away after being involved in a single-vehicle collision on Marlacoo Road, Richhill on 16 April. Ben, who played football at Hanover FC in Portadown, was left in critical condition following the accident.
Despite the best efforts of medical staff, Ben’s condition deteriorated and he passed away peacefully on 19 April. Lynne McClimonds, Ben’s mother, expressed her appreciation for the support and messages the family had received over the past few days, adding: “As a family, we would appreciate our time and privacy this evening and tomorrow morning.”
A spokesperson from Hanover FC issued a statement on the popular footballer’s passing, saying that he was a great young lad who would be sorely missed by all at the club. “We send our deepest sympathies and support to all Ben’s family, friends and teammates,” the statement added.
In honor of Ben’s memory, Hanover FC and Hanover FC Youth Academy suspended all footballing activities throughout all age groups. The Armagh True Blues Flute Band, of which Ben’s father Colin was a member, cancelled a planned parade that was set for the weekend following Ben’s passing. The band stated that they were deeply saddened by the news and extended their thoughts, prayers, and support to Colin and the entire family. “As a mark of respect, the band will not be parading this weekend,” the statement read.
At this time, no details regarding Ben’s funeral have been released. The news of Ben’s passing has been met with an outpouring of sympathy and condolences from the local community, who are struggling to come to terms with the loss of such a promising and talented young man.
The tragedy of Ben’s death has highlighted the importance of being vigilant on the roads and driving safely. It is crucial that all road users take the necessary precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of others while driving. The loss of one life is one too many, and we must all do our part to help prevent needless deaths and injuries on our roads. The thoughts and prayers of the entire community are with Ben’s family and loved ones at this difficult time.
