17/07/2018
William Dunlop's Mother Expresses Gratitude
William Dunlop's mother Louise has expressed her gratitude for the support she and her family have received after her son was killed in a crash.
William died during a practice session at the Skerries 100 in Dublin earlier this month.
Mrs Dunlop said: "I thank you all sincerely for your sympathy shown for my son William and I am sorry that many of you hadn't time to grieve or get to say your goodbyes.
"I would like to thank everyone in our time of sorrow for their prayers, flowers, cards, messages, refreshments and donations you so kindly sent.
"We are greatly appreciative of all your help throughout those final few days with William and we will thank everyone personally."
(CD/MH)
William died during a practice session at the Skerries 100 in Dublin earlier this month.
Mrs Dunlop said: "I thank you all sincerely for your sympathy shown for my son William and I am sorry that many of you hadn't time to grieve or get to say your goodbyes.
"I would like to thank everyone in our time of sorrow for their prayers, flowers, cards, messages, refreshments and donations you so kindly sent.
"We are greatly appreciative of all your help throughout those final few days with William and we will thank everyone personally."
(CD/MH)
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