Heartbreaking first picture of cyclist, 80, killed after being struck by truck as tributes paid to ‘one in a million’

THIS is the heartbreaking first picture of a cyclist who was killed after being struck by a truck yesterday.

Marie Heavey was cycling when she was involved in the horror crash on the R414 in Monasterevin, Kildare shortly after 9.50am on Monday.

She was rushed to Dublin‘s Mater Hospital to be treated for serious injuries but was pronounced dead a short time later.

Mrs Heavey is predeceased by her husband, Pat, and leaves behind her “beloved” three children, John, Fergus, and James.

She is remembered by her sons and Brian, and her daughters-in-law Sheena and Geraldine.

Also mourning her are her “adored grandchildren” Jamie, Ailish , Ciara, Ròisìn, Rònàn, Daniel, Pàidì and Òdhran.

Marie is also remembered by her brothers Bill, her twin brother Christy, Noel, John and Pat, sisters Betty, Rita and Christina, and a wide circle of family and friends.

The family thanked all the emergency staff at the Mater Hospital for their help.

Marie was a popular woman within her local community and was a passionate GAA fan and cyclist.

Locals paid tribute to her as they offered condolences to the family.

One person said: “My most sincere condolences to Marie’s sons John, Fergus & James. Also her brothers Bill, Johnny, Noel and twin brother Christy and Pat. Sisters Christina, Rita & Betty.

“Grandchildren, nieces, nephews and her many friends in the bingo
community and in Cowpasture.

“A great supporter of all things GAA. A great ambassador for using the bike and cycling to and from the town and always found time to those she encountered to have a word or two.

“Coming from a strong GAA family she kept all things simple and never got caught up in divides. May you rest Marie in eternal peace R.I.P.”

Another commented: “My thoughts are with Marie’s family and friends at this sad time. Wishing everyone peace and comfort.

“Marie was a absolute lady and her legacy in Monasterevin will always be remembered and cherished. May she rest in peace.”

While a third put in: “Absolutely heartbroken on the death of Marie, bingo will never be the same again ,you’ll be truly missed and our chats on Wednesday evening.

“Trips away to Liverpool, great memories we had, condolences to all Marie’s family friends and extended family.”

And a fourth penned: “My sincerest condolences to the Heavey and Kaye families at this sad time.

“Marie was a legend and a great lady of our town. A smile and chat for all she would meet.

“She will be greatly missed in the community. May her gentle soul rest in peace.”

And a fifth person said: “Condolences to John James , Fergus , Brian and all the Heavey/ Kaye family and friends on the very sad passing of Marie.

“She was one lovely, kind , funny lady , will be sorely missed and never forgotten , rest in peace Marie.”

Gardai urged anyone with information about the crash to come forward.

“Road users who were travelling in the area of the R414 (Rathangan Road) – known locally as “Cow Pastures” – at Monasterevin, Co. Kildare, on Monday 10th August 2026 between 9:15am and 10.15am and who may have camera footage (including dash-cam), are asked to make this footage available to Gardaí.