TRIBUTES are pouring in after a cyclist who was killed after being hit by a van on his way home from work.
Donal Cashman, 60s, from Riversfield Estate in Midleton was pronounced dead at the scene.
He was cycling on the N25 at Carrigtwohill in Cork towards Midleton when the collision happened at around 4.30pm.
Mr Cashman was a keen cyclist and was on his way home when the accident happened.
He was taken to Cork University Hospital where a post-mortem examination was carried out.
His heartbroken family shared a tribute to Mr Cashman in his death notice shared on RIP.ie.
The statement said he will be “lovingly remembered” by his heartbroken family.
It reads: “Son of the late Dan and Margaret Cashman. Lovingly remembered by his wife Martina (née Horgan), sons Daniel and David, daughters-in-law Chloe and Lenka, grandchildren Charlie, Robyn and Sam.
“Sadly missed by his loving family, his brothers Jim and Jerry, mother-in-law Esther, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, his work colleagues, friends and best friend Fox.
“The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to all the Gardaí, Doctors and First Responders and Fire Service who assisted and took care of Donal.”
The family also revealed his funeral details, which can be livestreamed here and on the Parish Saorview Channel.
Mr Cashman will repose at Hyde’s Funeral Home on Drury’s Avenue in Middleton on Sunday, June 8, from 4.30pm until 6pm.
‘ABSOLUTE GENTLEMAN’
A reception will follow in the Church of the Most Holy Rosary, Midleton on Monday June 9 for 11am Requiem Mass.
This will be followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Now, tributes are pouring in for the “absolute gentleman”.
One friend said: “I’m so sorry to hear of this tragic news. I cycled many times with Donal in the past.
“He was an absolute gentleman, may he rest in peace.”
Another person wrote: “Sincere condolences to Martina and family on the untimely passing of Donal.
“He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. May he sleep in eternal peace.”
‘GREATLY MISSED’
Someone else said: “Our sincere condolences to the Cashman family and to Donals many friends.
“We’ve had the pleasure of knowing him for a while and it was always a pleasure to be in his company. May he R.I.P”
A colleague wrote: “Sincere Condolences to Martina, Daniel, David and the wider Cashman family on the loss of Donie.
“He was a friend, a great work colleague and will be greatly missed .
“May Donie rest in Peace.”
Another recalled: “Our deepest condolences to the Cashman family, I have great memories of Donal when we worked together for 30 odd years in FMC, may his soul rest in peace.”
Another colleague said: “Donie, you were a character and I was glad to have worked with you for many years.
“Gone too soon. Deepest sympathies to Martina, Danny and all the family.
“May he rest in peace.”
‘DEEP SADNESS’
Donal was a member of Midleton cycling and triathlon club.
In a statement on their club page they said: “It is with deep sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of our dear friend Dónal Cashman who tragically lost his life yesterday on his cycle home from work.
“Donal was not only a passionate cyclist but also a kind, dedicated and inspiring person who brought energy and humour to every club spin.
“He was a great road captain of the club’s Green Group for many years. His loss is felt deeply both within MCTC and in the wider cycling community.
“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to Dónal’s family, loved ones and all who had the privilege of knowing him. May you find strength and comfort in each other during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in Peace Dónal.
“We would like to commend all the emergency services, first responders, ambulance crews, fire brigade and gardaí who assisted yesterday.
“A dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
INVESTIGATIONS ONGOING
The male driver of the van, aged in his 60s, received treatment at the scene.
Gardai said local officers are investigating the fatal road collision.
They stated: “Gardai and emergency services attended the scene following reports of the collision, involving a van and a pedal cyclist, which occurred eastbound on the N25 at approximately 5pm.
“The pedal cyclist, a man aged in his 60s, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
“His body has since been removed to the mortuary at University Cork Hospital where a post-mortem examination will take place.
“The male driver of the van, aged in his 60s, received treatment at the scene.”
Gardai are appealing for witnesses to this incident to come forward.
Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area between 4.30pm and 5pm today, Wednesday June 4 2025, are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardai.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Midleton Garda Station on 021 462 1550, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
