20-05-2025
Fundraiser launched to support family of Alan Singh, 7, who died at Sligo beach
A fundraiser has been launched to support the family of schoolboy Alan Singh, who died after he got into difficulties at a Sligo beach at the weekend.
Seven-year-old Alan was in the water at Lissadell Beach in Sligo on Saturday enjoying a day out with family members. The young boy got into difficulty and the alarm was raised at around 3.30pm.
He was given medical assistance onshore before being airlifted to Sligo University Hospital, where he sadly died.
The young boy was a pupil at St John's National School in Ballisodare and his dad, IqbalJeet, runs a popular takeaway restaurant in the town.
Now, his local community is rallying around his heartbroken family to raise money to cover expenses and help them through this 'incredibly difficult time'.
The GoFundMe fundraiser, 'In Memory of Alan Singh' which has already raised over €17,000, was launched on Monday.
'As a community we are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Alan Singh following a tragedy at Lissadell,' the fundraiser reads.
'Our thoughts are with his parents IqbalJeet (Indie) and Andrea (Dzurikova), his sister Aisha, grandparents, family, friends and all his classmates at St John's National School, Ballisodare.
'Alan's family are well known as they run the local 5 in 1 Pizzeria here in the village.
'All donations will go directly towards covering expenses and helping his family through this incredibly difficult time.'
Earlier, Alan's heartbroken dad IqbalJeet took to the 5 in 1 Takeaway Facebook page to announce the passing of his son.
'It's with great sadness that we have experienced the loss of my beautiful son Alan.
'Thank you to all my family, friends and customers for their kindness and support at this difficult time.'
Alan's school principal Mary Curley said the young boy was a 'much-loved student' and will be dearly missed.
Paying tribute, she said: 'Alan was a much-loved pupil — always smiling, warm, and full of kindness. He was friendly, hardworking, and a talented young artist who brought joy and creativity to our classrooms.
'His gentle nature and positive spirit left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.'
The schoolboy's funeral will be held on Thursday at the Church of the Assumption, Collooney at 11am followed by burial in Sligo Cemetery at 12.30pm.
Alan will repose at the Church View Funeral Home, Collooney on Wednesday afternoon from 4pm to 7pm. Removal will take place on Thursday at 10.45am ahead of the funeral.
Meanwhile, tributes have continued to pour in from mourners expressing their sadness at the tragic loss of Alan.
'Sincerest condolences to all of Alan's Family and friends on his tragic passing, may his gentle soul rest in eternal peace, so unbelievably heartbroken for you all,' one tribute said.
Another mourner wrote: 'My deepest condolences on the tragic loss of your beautiful little boy. He has the sweetest, kindest face. May God give you the strength to carry this incredibly heavy burden.
'Please know that so many people are thinking about you and praying for you. God bless.'
