Tipperary family to hold fundraiser in memory of 36-year-old local jockey Michael Byrne

Tipperary jockey Michael Byrne, who lost his life to suicide during the May Bank Holiday last year at the age of 36, is being remembered with a special fundraising event organised by his loving family. 

The Tipperary community was stunned following the sad passing of the former Grand National jockey from Knockgraffon, Cahir in May of last year. 

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In honour of Michael's memory, his family and friends will participate in the Tipperary Three Peak Challenge on Saturday, May 3.

They said: "We plan to ascend Galtee Mor, Slievenamon, and The Devil's Bit as a tribute to him. All funds raised from this event will be divided between two vital charities: Jigsaw, which provides mental health support and services for young people aged 12-25, and C-SAW, a charity offering suicide support services in South Tipperary.

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"We invite you to support our cause and help raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention in our community.

"To contribute, please visit our GoFundMe page at www.gofundme.com "A Hike for Mike."

"Thank you for your support in making a difference."

Michael's death is deeply regretted by his loving parents Michael and Kitty, brothers David, Stephen and Eoin, sisters Amy and Katie, brother-in-law Johnny, sisters-in-law Michelle, Chloe and Rebecca, nephews Tadhg, Andy, M.J. and Harry, nieces Erin, Hannah and Mila, aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.