Kildare parents to hike Croagh Patrick mountain in memory of their late daughter

Two parents are set to hike Croagh Patrick mountain in memory of their late daughter.

Philip and Louise Halton, who are from Naas, have set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds jointly for both the Children's Health Foundation in Ireland and The Lily Foundation in the UK.

According to the duo, Children's Health Foundation Charity supports the vital, life-saving work that takes place in Children's Health Ireland hospitals and urgent care centres, while The Lily Foundation is a UK Charity that works in partnership with the NHS and mitochondrial clinics pioneering medical research, so that rare mitochondrial disorders, such as Leigh Syndrome, can be effectively treated and eventually cured.

The Haltons explained in the description of the fundraiser: "Our baby girl, Fiadh, passed away peacefully on January 26 this year in the intensive care unit of Temple Street Hospital, one week after being diagnosed with Leigh Syndrome.

"Leigh Syndrome is a rare neurometabolic disorder that affects the central nervous system leading to respiratory failure."

They continued: "We are planning to hike Croagh Patrick mountain in Fiadh's memory on Saturday, August 24, (starting at approx. 10.30am), all are most welcome to join.

"Would you like to join us in making a difference? Can you please share this page with a wider circle of friends and family? We are very appreciative of all donations, regardless of the amount.

"All donations will be directed to both designated charities as an even split."

The Haltons concluded: "Thank you in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to us in honoring the memory of our beautiful baby girl."

The GoFundMe page can be accessed here.