The funeral of May Dunlop took place earlier today at Garryduff Presbyterian Church, Co.Antrim. In a packed congregation, the mother of Northern Ireland motorbike racing legends Joey and Robert Dunlop died on Monday afternoon at the age of 91.
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In treacherous conditions, hundreds of supporters lined the road up towards the church to pay their respects.
Throughout her life she suffered heartache and pain as her sons Joey & Robert along with her grandson William lost their lives while competing at road racing.
The deaths of all three of the race stars were regarded as a monumental loss to the sporting community.
Each of the three men were buried in the same church in Ballymoney. with thousands in attendance at each funeral service.
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Donations in lieu, if desired to N.I. Children’s Hospice c/o James McMullan and Son, 22 High Street, Ballymoney, BT53 6AQ or online at mcmullanfunerals.com. Deeply regretted by the entire family circle.