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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Fundraiser for Scots teen who fell to his death at Ibiza Rocks hits £30,000
Gary Kelly, 19, died instantly in the fall at the four-star hotel on the party island during the early hours of Monday, July 21 A fundraiser to support the family of a teenager who died after plunging from the third floor at Ibiza Rocks Hotel has now reached over £30,000. Gary Kelly, 19, from Dundee, died instantly in the fall at the four-star hotel on the party island during the early hours of Monday, July 21. Two ambulances were sent to the scene but paramedics said there was nothing they could do to save him. Evan Thomson, from Aberdeen, died at the hotel under similar circumstances while on holiday celebrating his 26th birthday just two weeks ago. Gary's family have been left heartbroken by the events and a fundraiser was quickly set up in his name to support his loved ones. Over £30,000 has now been raised and it's understood the cash will soon be transferred over to the family to help with funeral payments and other costs. A statement on the GoFundMe reads: "We are all feeling the loss of young Gary Kelly. And I know you can't put a price on life. But hopefully we can help the family through this as a nicer young man and family you would struggle to find." Tributes flooded in from Gary as the news broke of his untimely death earlier this week. Writing online, his sister Kharis Kelly said: "Our hearts are shattered beyond words. Our handsome boy has gone to the other side, Absolutely no words. We are asking everyone to respect our privacy as a family while we try to navigate through this tragic news. You'll forever be our boy Gary, Sleep tight." His girlfriend Louise Essery published a tribute to Gary, who she described as inspirational across every area of his life. She said: "I never thought I would be sat here writing a goodbye. For those who knew Gary, oh you were so lucky. His passion and dedication was inspiring, whether in hockey, work, or with loved ones. I'm struggling to understand how you are no longer with me. "It hasn't really hit me yet. Gary taught and showed me valuable lessons that I'll carry with me forever. I think it's important to remember the good times and to celebrate the love he brought into our lives." Gary, who played ice hockey for both Dundee Stars and Aberdeen Lynx last season, was remembered as a 'hugely talented and charismatic individual'. Meanwhile Ibiza Rocks have resumed their schedule just days after Gary plunged to his death. Following the deaths of Gary and Evan, who both fell from balconies at the hotel, bosses announced they would be suspending all events. We told on Thursday, however, that the hotel were still selling party tickets despite saying they were pausing future events. And bosses then confirmed their investigations had concluded - with their schedule resuming on Saturday. Dizzee Rascal was scheduled to play at the hotel on Wednesday as part of the venue's '20th birthday celebrations' but that was postponed. However, Rudimental are still set to perform on July 30 for the anniversary. Following Evan's death his loved ones raised questions about the hotel safety, slamming how the party destination handled the situation. Friend Blair Robertson slammed the hotel, saying they tried hard to 'get things back to normal' following the death. He added: 'Security took us away to front desk. Paramedics didn't arrive for about 30 minutes. Forensic officers didn't speak English. We were just standing there, not knowing what was going on. Reception gave us false hope. "We heard the jet washes cleaning the ground where Evan died. That was the worst thing for us." The fundraiser to help support Gary's family is still open. To donate, click here.
The Independent
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Independent
Ice hockey club retire shirt number of teenage star who died in Ibiza
Tributes to a 'hugely talented' Scottish ice hockey player who died in a suspected fall from a hotel balcony in Ibiza are continuing to pour in, with teammates opting to retire his shirt number for the upcoming season out of 'respect' for the teenager. Gary Kelly, 19, who played for the Dundee Stars, died at the Ibiza Rocks Hotel in San Antonio on Monday. On Tuesday the club announced that 'as a mark of respect' for Mr Kelly, one of his teammates has opted to change his shirt number for the upcoming season. In a social media post, the club explained: 'As a mark of respect, Dominick Jaglar has opted to change his number for the upcoming season from 45 to 72 '45 was the number Gary Kelly wore on two occasions, making his Elite league debut for his hometown team the Dundee Stars in 2024-25.' Flowers, pictures and team tops have been left in tribute outside the Dundee Ice Arena, the club's home venue, with the club thanking those who had done so. 'Floral tributes are being left at Dundee Ice Arena for one of our own, Gary Kelly,' the club said on social media. 'If you wish to leave flowers, please feel free to do so.' A fundraising page has been set up for the Kelly family, which has so far received donations from more than 700 people totalling £17,700, with a target of £22,000. The GoFundMe page reads: 'We are all feeling the loss of young Gary Kelly. 'I know you can't put a price on life. But hopefully we can help the family through this, as a nicer young man and family you would struggle to find. John Colley, chairman of Scottish Ice Hockey and Aberdeen Lynx – where Mr Kelly also played – said on Tuesday the entire hockey community is still 'coming to terms with the devastating loss of Gary Kelly'. He went on: 'Gary was a young man who left a lasting impression on everyone he met – not just through his incredible talent on the ice, but through his warmth, generosity, and infectious charisma. 'We are a hockey family, and Gary was a cherished part of that family. His absence will be felt deeply – not just in Aberdeen, but across the Scottish hockey community and further afield. 'Above all, Gary valued family – both his own and the wider hockey family. As we reflect on the joy and impact he brought to so many, we want to come together to honour his memory and the legacy he leaves behind.' In a statement issued following the news of Mr Kelly's death, the Dundee Stars said everyone at the club was 'heartbroken'. The club added: 'Gary was hugely talented and charismatic individual who had a great future ahead of him. 'His loss will impact many in the ice hockey community and beyond. He will be sadly missed. 'We respect and support the family's request for privacy at this extremely difficult time.' The incident came after another Scottish tourist, Evan Thomson, 26, fell to his death at the same hotel premises earlier in July.
STV News
6 days ago
- Sport
- STV News
Shirt number retired in tribute to ice hockey star who died in Ibiza fall
A Dundee Ice Hockey team has retired the shirt number previously belonging to a player who died in Ibiza to honour his memory. Gary Kelly has been described as a promising young ice hockey player following his death at the Ibiza Rocks Hotel on Monday. The 19-year-old reportedly fell from the third floor of the hotel while on holiday. Gary started his career with the Dundee Stars as a junior and donned the number 45 on two occasions, including when making his special Elite League debut. In tribute to their former teammate, the team said his shirt number will now be retired. 'As a mark of respect, Dominick Jaglar has opted to change his number for the upcoming season from 45 to 72. '45 was the number Gary Kelly wore on TWO occasions, making his Elite league debut for his hometown team the Dundee Stars in 2024-25', the team said on social media. Dundee Stars The teenager left Dundee Stars to join the Aberdeen Lynx for the 2022/23 season and had a brief stint with the Dundee Rockets before returning to Lynx. The Lynx club described him as one of their 'brightest young stars' while his girlfriend, Louise Essery, said he had been 'inspiring'. She added: 'I never thought I would be sat here writing a goodbye. 'For those who knew Gary, oh you were so lucky. His passion and dedication was inspiring, whether in hockey, work, or with loved ones. I'm struggling to understand how you are no longer with me. 'It hasn't really hit me yet. Gary taught and showed me valuable lessons that I'll carry with me forever. I think it's important to remember the good times and to celebrate the love he brought into our lives.' The teenager's mum, Kharis Kelly, said: 'Our hearts are shattered beyond words. 'Our handsome boy has gone to the other side, Absolutely no words.' Gary is the second Scot to die at the same hotel in two weeks. Evan Thomson, 26, from Aberdeen, died at the same hotel after also falling from a height while celebrating his 26th birthday. Ibiza Rocks has suspended all events due to take place 'out of respect for those involved' and says it will fully assist authorities. A spokesperson for the Guardia Civil on the island added: 'For now, it appears to have been an accident. As always, an investigation is underway, and we're awaiting an autopsy to determine the cause of death with certainty.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Powys County Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Ice hockey club retire shirt number of teenage star who died in Ibiza
Tributes to a 'hugely talented' Scottish ice hockey player who died in a suspected fall from a hotel balcony in Ibiza are continuing to pour in, with teammates opting to retire his shirt number for the upcoming season out of 'respect' for the teenager. Gary Kelly, 19, who played for the Dundee Stars, died at the Ibiza Rocks Hotel in San Antonio on Monday. On Tuesday the club announced that 'as a mark of respect' for Mr Kelly, one of his teammates has opted to change his shirt number for the upcoming season. In a social media post, the club explained: 'As a mark of respect, Dominick Jaglar has opted to change his number for the upcoming season from 45 to 72 '45 was the number Gary Kelly wore on two occasions, making his Elite league debut for his hometown team the Dundee Stars in 2024-25.' As a mark of respect, Dominick Jaglar has opted to change his number for the upcoming season from 45 to 72 45 was the number Gary Kelly wore on 2 occasions, making his Elite league debut for his hometown team the Dundee Stars in 2024-25 ❤️🤍💙🫶 — Dundee Stars🏒🥅 (@DundeeStars) July 22, 2025 Flowers, pictures and team tops have been left in tribute outside the Dundee Ice Arena, the club's home venue, with the club thanking those who had done so. 'Floral tributes are being left at Dundee Ice Arena for one of our own, Gary Kelly,' the club said on social media. 'If you wish to leave flowers, please feel free to do so.' A fundraising page has been set up for the Kelly family, which has so far received donations from more than 700 people totalling £17,700, with a target of £22,000. The GoFundMe page reads: 'We are all feeling the loss of young Gary Kelly. 'I know you can't put a price on life. But hopefully we can help the family through this, as a nicer young man and family you would struggle to find. John Colley, chairman of Scottish Ice Hockey and Aberdeen Lynx – where Mr Kelly also played – said on Tuesday the entire hockey community is still 'coming to terms with the devastating loss of Gary Kelly'. He went on: 'Gary was a young man who left a lasting impression on everyone he met – not just through his incredible talent on the ice, but through his warmth, generosity, and infectious charisma. 'We are a hockey family, and Gary was a cherished part of that family. His absence will be felt deeply – not just in Aberdeen, but across the Scottish hockey community and further afield. 'Above all, Gary valued family – both his own and the wider hockey family. As we reflect on the joy and impact he brought to so many, we want to come together to honour his memory and the legacy he leaves behind.' In a statement issued following the news of Mr Kelly's death, the Dundee Stars said everyone at the club was 'heartbroken'. The club added: 'Gary was hugely talented and charismatic individual who had a great future ahead of him. 'His loss will impact many in the ice hockey community and beyond. He will be sadly missed. 'We respect and support the family's request for privacy at this extremely difficult time.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Gary Kelly: Dundee ice hockey club retire shirt number of teenage star who died at Ibiza Rocks hotel
The teammates of a Scottish ice hockey player who died in a suspected fall from a hotel balcony in Ibiza are opting to retire his shirt number for the upcoming season out of "respect" for the teenager. Gary Kelly, 19, who played for the Dundee Stars, . His club has announced that "as a mark of respect" for Mr Kelly, one of his teammates has opted to change his shirt number for the upcoming season. In a social media post, the club said: "As a mark of respect, Dominick Jaglar has opted to change his number for the upcoming season from 45 to 72. "45 was the number Gary Kelly wore on two occasions, making his Elite League debut for his hometown team, the Dundee Stars, in 2024-25." Flowers, pictures and team tops have been left in tribute outside the Dundee Ice Arena, the club's home venue, with the club thanking those who had done so. A fundraising page has been set up for the Kelly family, with more than £19,000 collected by Wednesday morning. Tam McGeary, who organised the GoFundMe, wrote: "We are all feeling the loss of young Gary Kelly. "And I know you can't put a price on life. But hopefully we can help the family through this, as a nicer young man and family you would struggle to find." Read more from Sky News: John Colley, chairman of Scottish Ice Hockey and Aberdeen Lynx - where Mr Kelly also played - said the entire hockey community is still "coming to terms with the devastating loss". He added: "Gary was a young man who left a lasting impression on everyone he met - not just through his incredible talent on the ice, but through his warmth, generosity, and infectious charisma. "We are a hockey family, and Gary was a cherished part of that family. His absence will be felt deeply - not just in Aberdeen, but across the Scottish hockey community and further afield. "Above all, Gary valued family - both his own and the wider hockey family. As we reflect on the joy and impact he brought to so many, we want to come together to honour his memory and the legacy he leaves behind." In a statement issued following the news of Mr Kelly's death, the Dundee Stars said everyone at the club was "heartbroken". The club added: "Gary was [a] hugely talented and charismatic individual who had a great future ahead of him. "His loss will impact many in the ice hockey community and beyond. He will be sadly missed. "We respect and support the family's request for privacy at this extremely difficult time." The incident came after another Scottish tourist, Evan Thomson, 26, fell to his death at the same hotel premises earlier in July.
