Tributes have been paid to a mum-of-two from Northern Ireland after she tragically passed away while on holiday in America following a sudden medical emergency.
Sarah Reid (nee Macauley), who was originally from the Banbridge area but lived in the Moy, is understood to have been on holiday in New York with her husband Darren as part of her 30th birthday celebrations when she fell seriously unwell.
A GoFundMe page had been launched by Gary Black to support the family with “financial uncertainties” surrounding travel and medical expenses. It has already raised over £59,000 in just three days. Tragically, Sarah passed away on Monday.
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A funeral notice described Sarah as the dearly loved wife of Darren; devoted mother of Alexander and Harry; cherished daughter of William and Madeleine and dearest sister of Irvine (Ballyroney, Banbridge) and daughter in law of Harold and Olive, sister-in-law Judith and Charline (Eglish, Dungannon).
Posting on social media, the Country And Southern Gospel Team said: "We are saddened to hear the news of the passing of the young woman Sarah Reid who you all have been praying for who had taken very ill on the trip to America for her birthday.
"We ask that you all would please uphold Sarah's husband Darren and their two sons along with Sarah's parents and the family circle very much in prayer at this heartbreaking time for them all. We pray that they will know of the comfort and presence of the Lord at this time of great sadness and heartbreak.
"Our condolences and deepest sympathy and our thoughts and prayers are sent to all the family circle, from all the Country And Southern Gospel Team and CASG Family."
Paying tribute on social media, many paid tribute to "a lovely girl taken too soon".
One friend said: "Sarah had a heart of gold and will be deeply missed by so many. She loved and cared for others beyond measure. Praying for Darren, the boys and the rest of the family circle."
Another added: "Simply no words, just heartbreaking. Thinking of Darren and the beautiful boys and the family circle at this sad and difficult time . Thoughts and prayers are with you all."
Donations can still be made to the GoFundMe page here.
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