North Armagh Motorcycle and Car Club Off Road Section has presented a cheque to Air Ambulance NI
North Armagh Motorcycle and Car Club Off Road Section has presented a cheque to Air Ambulance NI in memory of Gordon Ringland.
The club’s directors accompanied Gordon’s partner Corrie and son James, his mum Jackie, sister Julie and niece Grace to the Air Ambulance NI base to present the cheque for monies raised at recent fundraising events.
A total of £14,526.65 was presented to Kerry Anderson and Dr David McManus from AANI.
Club members and Mr Ringland’s family were taken on a tour of the Air Ambulance helicopter by engineer John Galvin who explained the work involved in running the invaluable service.
A statement from the North Armagh Club said: “It was a bittersweet day for the family in that they were overwhelmed with the support given by, and money raised by the motorsport community in memory of Gordie, but also, they lost a beloved family member in tragic circumstances, but were heartened by the fact the lives could be saved by the money presented to AANI in Gordie’s name.
“AANI were extremely grateful for the donation and the NAMC&CC were glad to assist the fundraising, as the late Dr John Hinds, a driving force behind the AANI, was also a club member.
“The club and family would like to thank everyone who donated money, lots for the auction, and ballot prizes as well as everyone who supported the racing, bought ballots, bought lots, or just put money in buckets – your money will help to save lives and perpetuate the memory of a great motorsport enthusiast, Gordon Ringland.”