Pat ‘Bosco’ Roche’s family, neighbours and wide circle of friends have rallied in support following a devastating diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
A prominent community activist in Fermoy, Bosco is particularly well known in soccer and GAA circles. Representatives from these two clubs, along with others, were out in force for last Friday night’s music bingo fundraiser in Tom Aherne’s Wagon Tavern. According to one of the organisers, Aidan O’Mahony, they were delighted with the large crowd.
“It was a great night, there’s a huge amount of goodwill towards Bosco and the Roche family at this difficult time,” Aidan said.
Overseeing the music bingo and on DJ duty following the fundraiser was Harper Feerick. Individuals and businesses from Fermoy and surrounding areas contributed generously, with all proceeds going towards adapting Bosco’s residence.
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