Anthony Smyth went missing last Wednesday after getting into difficulty while swimming, and was found dead several days later
Anthony Smyth tragically passed away (Image: GoFundMe)
A fundraiser launched for a Belfast man who tragically drowned while on holidays has seen an outpouring of support.
“Heartbroken” Gerald O’Neill, from Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, has set up a GoFundMe in memory of his close friend Anthony Smyth, from north Belfast, who sadly lost his life in a drowning incident while on holiday at Green Canyon in Turkey.
Anthony, aged 39, went missing last Wednesday after getting into difficulty while swimming, and was found dead several days later.
He had been enjoying a trip with his girlfriend Susana, who remains in Turkey as the family works with authorities to bring Anthony home to Belfast. A delivery driver and lifelong Cliftonville FC fan, Anthony was well known in the local community for his humour, loyalty and kindness.
Gerald and friends have launched the GoFundMe to support the Smyth family with repatriation costs and funeral arrangements, helping ease the burden as they navigate this heart-breaking loss.
A post on GoFundMe read: “We are heartbroken to share that our dear friend Anthony tragically drowned while on holiday at Green Canyon, Turkey. He was having a wonderful time with his girlfriend, Susana, when the accident happened.
“We’ve started a GoFundMe to support Anthony’s family during this devastating time. Any help or shares are deeply appreciated. Thanks, Antos mates.”
So far the GoFundMe has raised €2,047 out of the €2,700 target. To donate to the fundraiser, head here.
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