Derry mother fundraising in memory of her son for local charities

A Derry mother is fundraising for two charities in the city in memory of her son for his 21st birthday.

Emma Harkin set up a GoFundMe page for people to donate to in memory of Shéa Mc Sheffrey for the charities Foyle Search & Rescue and Hurt - Have Your Tomorrow.

She said: “Our family has lost our beloved Shea; my beautiful son died suddenly, which left so many unanswered questions and a trauma which will never leave us.

“Shea had so much love to give everyone. He was beautiful, kind, funny, loyal, and sensitive. Shea was everyone's friend and always offered help to everyone; many times he said, ‘Don't look down on anyone unless you are trying to help them up’.”

Emma has chosen to support the two charities because of the number of families that deeply resonate with them within the city.

Every contribution is appreciated towards the fundraiser in memory of Shéa, with £3,760 being raised at the time of writing, with the current target being £4,000.

Emma said: “We have organised an event to mark Shea's 21st birthday, but he will be forever '20,' our forever young.

“We hope to honour his life and help these charities in his memory. If we could help one person seek help, we help to prevent another family from enduring the pain, trauma, and unanswered questions left behind.”

You can donate to the GoFundMe page through this link.