Memorial Cycle remembers Athlone man this Sunday

The sudden passing of Anthony O’Brien in April of last year deeply saddened and shocked the community in Athlone and beyond.

In his memory, Anthony’s wife Deirdre, family and friends are holding the first Anthony O’Brien Memorial Cycle this Sunday, May 1.

The group will leave Páirc Chiarán, Athlone, bright and early, then weave its way westwards through Ballinasloe and Loughrea, and on to Galway, where the day will culminate with a well-earned barbecue at the Galway Bay Hotel, Salthill.  

The whole event promises to be an enjoyable and rewarding group experience, and will have the effect of helping those who, like Anthony, are afflicted by heart disease. All monies raised will go directly to Croí, the heart and stroke charity.

Speaking at the launch of the cycle earlier this year, Anthony’s wife Deirdre commented: “Myself and the O’Brien family would like thank all of our sponsors, especially Corrib Oil for all of their support. We hope this event will be a great success for Croí and a wonderful tribute to Anthony.

For more information please email: aobcroicycle@gmail.com