We recently lost my uncle Patrick McDonnell in tragic circumstances in North Carolina. The beating heart of our family, he was taken from us much too soon and he had so much more to give.

The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust were an incredible help to our family in helping bring Paddy back to Ireland.

The Trust is a completely voluntary organization and rely on donations to be able to continue their fantastic work.

We have lots of things planned to raise money for the Trust and to thank them for everything they have done for us. We know only too well that they'll be working again soon to help another family who find themselves in our position.

I'll be running the Belfast Marathon on 2nd May in Paddy's memory and to raise money for the Trust.

I would really appreciate any donation big or small.

Mark