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Community Raises Over £10,000 to Repatriate Irish Father Who Died Suddenly in Benidorm

Joseph McManus, a 42-year-old father of three, collapsed and died hours after arriving on a last-minute trip; his family and friends are rallying to bring him home.

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Overview

  • Joseph McManus, a father of three from Dingle, Ireland, died suddenly on May 2, 2025, shortly after arriving in Benidorm for a three-day trip with friends.
  • McManus made the last-minute decision to join the trip after others dropped out, highlighting the unforeseen nature of the tragedy.
  • A GoFundMe campaign launched by his family and friends has raised over £10,000 to cover the costs of repatriating his body to Liverpool.
  • Tributes from colleagues, friends, and family describe McManus as a caring and vibrant individual who was deeply loved by his community.
  • McManus worked for DHL at Jaguar Land Rover in Halewood, where he was well-regarded by colleagues who have expressed their condolences online.