There has been an outpouring of condolences paid to a popular radio presenter, and mum who died on holidays in Spain.
Natasha Gillies, a long-running presenter with Dublin City FM, suddenly passed away in recent days. Her cause of death is not yet known.
But on Tuesday, her family released a statement telling of their ‘broken heart’ over her death as they launched a GoFundMe page to help bring her body home to Ireland.
Her sister Aimee Whelan wrote: ‘It is with a broken heart that we share the news that our beloved sister/mother/daughter/friend, Natasha, passed away unexpectedly in Spain.
‘Tasha was a bright light to everyone who knew her. She was kind, funny, loved adventures, and was passionate about her business and being on stage making people smile.’
‘Right now, our family is facing the heartbreaking task of bringing her home to Ireland so we can lay her to rest among the people who loved her most.
‘The costs of international repatriation, funeral arrangements, and travel are significant, and we are asking for help.
‘Every euro raised will go directly toward bringing Tasha back to Irish soil so we can say goodbye properly and give her the funeral she deserves, surrounded by family and friends at home.
‘If you can’t donate, please share this page. Your love, prayers, and support mean everything to us during this impossible time.’
‘Thank you for helping us bring Natasha home.’
Natasha hosted The Irish Business Show for many years after joining the station in 2018. The 46-year-old was also an ambassador for the Dublin Chamber of Commerce and ran an events company.
So far, €2,650 has been raised out of a target of €4,500.
