Fundraiser to bury Zimbabwean woman who died in Letterkenny whilst visiting family

A GoFundMe has been set up to help repatriate the body of a Zimbabwean woman who had travelled Letterkenny to meet her daughter for Christmas.

Mavis Clinic Manyonga came to Ireland last week to visit her daughter, Valerie Munashe Makuwe, a practising nurse in Letterkenny, and her children.

Sadly, within 24 hours, Mavis suffered a cardiac arrest last Thursday and passed away. Now Valerie is facing the mammoth task of getting the body back to Zimbabwe to where the lady's husband and other three children live for a proper burial.

“My name is Faith Zinyemba, with a heavy heart, I am reaching out to you today seeking your support for Valerie Munashe Makuwe- a practising nurse in Letterkenny, who recently faced the heartbreaking loss of her mother, Mavis Clinic Manyonga who came from Zimbabwe to celebrate Christmas with her daughter and family in Letterkenny,” reads the GoFundMe.

“Tragedy struck within 24 hours of her arrival, she suffered a cardiac arrest, leaving Valerie and her family shattered.

“The sudden loss has left Valerie inconsolable, and she now faces the immense challenge of bringing her mother's remains back to Zimbabwe for a proper burial. The repatriation costs, along with the associated funeral expenses, have placed a significant financial burden on the family (€10,500). Any contribution, no matter how small, will make a profound difference in helping Valerie bring her mother home and give her a dignified send-off.

You can donate to the GoFundMe here

“Thank you for making a difference this Christmas by bringing comfort to a heartbroken daughter during her time of need.”