Locals gathered at Breen’s Bar in Gorey during the May Bank Holiday to hold a coffee morning raising funds for The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust (KBRT) in memory of Claire Cullen. Claire Cullen from Riverchapel died after being struck by a car while attending her brother’s wedding in the Dominican Republic in November 2025. The event featured teas, coffee, and treats, and it drew a strong turnout. Donations have raised over €5,500 so far, with counting still ongoing. Organisers also planned to take part in the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon in Dublin on May 31 to continue fundraising. A raffle with up to 50 prizes donated by local businesses was held, and ticket sales began weeks in advance. KBRT supports bereaved families repatriating bodies from abroad after sudden or tragic deaths.
"Locals gathered at Breen's Bar in Gorey during the May Bank Holiday for a morning full of teas, coffee's and treats to raise funds for The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust (KBRT) in honour of the late Claire Cullen."
"Claire Cullen from Riverchapel, Gorey died after she was struck by a car while attending her brother's wedding in the Dominican Republic in November 2025."
"Hayley said the coffee morning has raised over €5,500 so far with donations still being counted. Following the success, Hayley and her friends have decided to take part in the VHI women's Mini Marathon in Dublin on Sunday, May 31 to further fundraise for KBRT."
"The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust provides support to help alleviate financial pressures of bereaved families repatriating the body of a loved one who has died abroad in sudden or tragic circumstances back to Ireland."
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