A fundraiser called Cycle of Life launched at Kilbrin Sports and Social Club in Co Cork, bringing together family, friends, neighbours, teammates, and the wider community to honour Micheál Hallie O'Riordan, who died in November 2025. Friends and family will take on the Ring of Kerry Cycle on Saturday, July 4. The journey is meaningful because it mirrors the rhythm of life and Hallie’s own ups and downs. Funds raised will support mental health initiatives in local post-primary schools and the youth mental health charity JIGSAW, with a focus on building resilience in young people. Hallie’s sister Una Cremin described him as warm, kind, humorous, and deeply loved, while also noting that he struggled with mental health in recent years.
"The launch of the Cycle of Life fundraiser took place last Sunday at the Kilbrin Sports and Social Club in Co Cork when family, friends, neighbours, teammates, and members of the wider community gathered to pay tribute to the late Micheál Hallie O'Riordan who passed away in November 2025."
"The cycle itself feels especially meaningful to those who loved him because it reflects both the rhythm of life and Hallie's own journey through his ups and downs. The funds raised will support mental health initiatives in local post-primary schools and the youth mental health charity JIGSAW, with a particular focus on building resilience in young people in the community."
""Hallie was known and loved by so many. He lived life with warmth, kindness, humour, and heart. A deeply loved son, brother, uncle, teammate, and friend, Hallie brought light into the lives of those around him. "As the youngest of six, he held a very special place within his family - a constant source of laughter, support, and connection. He found joy in the simple things in life, especially spending time with his nieces and nephews, sharing his love of sport, music, nature, travel and adventure, always encouraging others to enjoy life and believe in themselves.""
"However behind the smile and warmth that so many knew, Hallie struggled deeply with his mental health in recent years, losing his sense of direction and carrying burdens that became too heavy. Una continued: "The loss of Hallie has left a devastating void in the hearts of his family and friends. It has also reminded us how fragile life can become when some"
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