Maebhe Gorman was diagnosed with MLD (Metachromatic Leukodystrophy), a rare genetic condition affecting the brain, in November. Maebhe Gorman from Galway (2) passed away this week The heartbroken parents of two-year-old Maebhe Gorman have paid tribute to their little girl following her death this week. The toddler, from Ballinasloe in Co Galway, was diagnosed with MLD (Metachromatic Leukodystrophy), a rare genetic condition affecting the brain, in November.
She passed away peacefully on Monday, August 5, in the “loving arms” of her parents Veronica and John. A notice on RIP.ie reads: “It is with the heaviest hearts we share the sad news our beautiful, baby warrior, Queen Maebhe passed away peacefully on August 5, 2024, aged 2 years.
“Maebhe was in the loving arms of her Mammy and Daddy, surrounded by her adoring family. We are broken. “Our brave Maebhe has lost her battle but she touched so many lives in her tiny life.
We are grateful to everyone for everything over the last nine months. “Maebhe will be eternally missed by her Mammy Veronica, Daddy John, her big sister Tina, her grannies, grandads, aunties and uncles, cousins, and her huge circle of friends. “Maebhe's family would like to thank everybody for their support and prayers at this difficult time.
” Maebhe’s funeral service will take place on Thursday, August 8, at 12pm in St Peter’s and Paul's Church, Ballymacward, followed by a burial in Killaan Cemetery. Veronica and John Gorman have asked that.