Nobber GFC to honour Curtis family on 25th anniversary of tragedy

Nobber GFC will pay tribute to the five members of the Curtis family who lost their lives in one of Ireland's most devastating road tragedies when it hosts a special commemorative charity double-header this Saturday.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the collision at Swann's Cross in Co Monaghan on 24th July, 2001, in which Catherine Curtis, her 10-year-old son Wayne, five-year-old daughter Shauna, the children's aunt Jamie and their cousin Garry, both aged 14, were killed.

The five were passengers in a car that collided with a milk tanker at Swann's Cross, a tragedy that deeply affected families and communities across Meath and beyond.

To honour their memory, Nobber GFC will host a commemorative double-header on Saturday, 25th July, with proceeds from the event being shared equally between the Irish Road Victims Association (IRVA) and the Nobber Cancer Support Group.

The club's combined U12/U14 team will take on Meath Hill at 2.30pm before the Nobber Ladies' side also faces Meath Hill at 3.45pm.

The presentation of the Curtis Memorial Perpetual Cups will take place in the clubhouse following the Ladies' game, with refreshments being served afterwards.

Inviting members of the community to attend, the club said it hopes families, friends and supporters will come together to remember those who were lost while supporting two organisations that provide vital assistance to people facing difficult circumstances.

All proceeds from the event will be donated equally to the Irish Road Victims Association and the Nobber Cancer Support Group.

The Irish Road Victims Association provides counselling, practical support, information and advocacy for families and individuals affected by fatal and serious road traffic collisions, while also campaigning for safer roads and stronger supports for victims.

Meanwhile, the Nobber Cancer Support Group offers practical, emotional and financial assistance to local cancer patients and their families.

Organisers said the day is about more than football, describing it as an opportunity to remember the Curtis family, support those affected by tragedy today and continue working towards safer roads for the future.

Anyone wishing to support the initiative is encouraged to attend Saturday's games and presentation.