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26 Nov 2025

Day of fundraising organised in Bellaghy to mark the tenth anniversary of Declan McGlinchey

The McGlinchey family have raised an incredible £7,368 in memory of Declan who passed away in 2015, aged 39

Day of fundraising organised in Bellaghy to mark the tenth anniversary of Declan McGlinchey

Pictured presenting the cheque to NICHS Community Fundraiser, Valerie Saunders, are four of Declan’s seven children – Lauren, Fiontan, Emmet and PJ- and Declan’s close friend, Gerard

To mark the tenth anniversary of the tragic passing of their beloved father Declan, at the age of just 39, the McGlinchey family and their friends in Bellaghy organised a day of fundraising in aid of Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke at Bellaghy GAC. 

In the morning a ‘Dads and Lads’ 9-a-side Gaelic football match was held, alongside a coffee morning in the club.

In the evening the family organised an Irish folk night - a night to appreciate and remember Declan McGlinchey on his tenth anniversary.

Through the day the McGlinchey family raised an incredible £7,368 in memory of Declan.

Many thanks to everyone for their generosity in supporting the day and to the local businesses who donated raffle prizes.

 

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