Sligo father of three who has Motor Neurone Disease praised for his spirit and courage as fundraising walk takes place
It is a free, one hour event and all are welcome to take part in the short stroll around the walking track on the day.
Sean moved to Sligo in the early Noughties from his home in Cloonfad and is well bedded into the Sligo community since, and is especially well known in local GAA and business circles.
Even with his diagnosis, Sean still is involved in the management of two teams at St John's GAA club this season.
Brendan Tierney, one of the organising committee, told The Sligo Champion: 'I knew Sean from college in the ATU in Sligo back in the early Noughties, and we have been really good friends for years and we have played in St John's football teams together and he has managed me in St John's for years as well.
'Sean is back as joint manager of the Junior team and he is a selector on our senior team.
'So he is fully out there, he is at nearly all the training sessions, at the matches and picking the teams. Sean has great spirit and courage and is a great example to all of us.
'He has been working in HR in the HSE for the past eight to ten years. Sean has unbelievable people skills.
'He is a real driving force in getting lads to tog out and is great craic, a great dad and has a good business head on him as well and he was also a DJ in town is well.
It was on 21st March 2024, that Sean was diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease (MND) specifically ALS. This has been lifechanging for Sean, his wife Rienna their three beautiful children, Cooper, Brody and Kaia and all of their friends and family.
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The idonate page has only been up and running for a few weeks but it has raised around €43,000 to date.
Brendan added that Sean's medical needs will be extensive in the coming months and years and the funds raised will go directly towards his medical care, treatment, specialised equipment, and any additional support he will need.
' MND is a progressive and debilitating illness, and as the family navigates this difficult time, we want to ease the financial burden on his family as much as possible so they can focus on Sean's health and spending precious time together, focussing on what matters most.
'Your support means the world to Sean, Rienna and their little family. Whether you're able to donate, come out for the & Stroll 4 Sean event, or share this campaign with others, your kindness and generosity will make a real impact on his journey.
'Together, we can help make a difference in Sean's life as he faces this challenging time.
'Thank you for being there for Sean and his family during this challenging time.
'Your generosity and compassion will help Sean face the road ahead with strength, knowing that he's surrounded by love'.
Brendan added that this is the first of a few events in honour of Sean. People can donate at www.idonate.ie/together4sean
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