16-07-2025
Limerick communities rally to help ‘sunny' 8-year-old through unexpected leukemia battle
A GoFundMe fundraiser has been launched by neighbours to help young Amelia Murphy and her family during this difficult time.
Amelia, a student at Monaleen National School, had just completed 1st class when her diagnosis came.
Known for her 'sunny personality' and 'love of learning', Amelia is also a talented Irish dancer having taken part in her very first feis this year
She is now undergoing an intensive treatment plan at Crumlin Children's Hospital, which includes long days of travel and hospital stays.
The fundraiser, organised by Marianne Flannery and Johanna McWilliams, is aimed at supporting Amelia's parents, Brendan and Caroline Murphy, who have been active and valued members of the Annacotty and Castletroy community for over 20 years.
Caroline and her mother Eileen are well known among Irish music fans and rarely miss a Nathan Carter concert.
Brendan is a familiar face to many through in work and community, and both parents are always the first to support local events, schools, and clubs.
Amelia's big brother, Cillian, has just finished 4th class and is a member of both the Monaleen GAA and UL Bohemians Rugby Club.
The Murphy family are passionate Limerick GAA supporters, cheering on the boys in green through thick and thin.
Due to this difficult time, Brendan and Caroline have had to step back from work in order to care for Amelia.
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The campaign has been set up to help the Murphys focus entirely on helping their daughter get through this unprecedented time.
According to the organisers: 'Every donation, big or small, will make a meaningful difference. Your kindness and generosity will help this much-loved local family through the most challenging time of their lives.'
'Let's rally together and show the Murphys the same unwavering support they've always shown our community,' the organisers added.
