In memory of Cathal Mitchell - for Caelan

Dear Friends and Family,

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Cathal. Cathal was not only a loving Daddy to Caelan but also a cherished son, brother, partner and friend, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Cathal & Krissi - Caelan’s Mum - were separated but were both deeply devoted and supported each other to still maintain a loving family for their beautiful boy Caelan. One of their traditions was for Cathal to sleep over every Christmas Eve so that they could enjoy a family dinner and open presents together on Christmas morning. This was a true testament to the love Cathal & Krissi wanted for their boy to have. Even though this Christmas just gone was especially hard and Christmas will never be the same, it is those loving memories created that will be treasured forever. This year, Krissi’s attempt at pork crackle resulted in Caelan losing a tooth which meant both a visit from the tooth fairy & Santa that night. Even when times were hard, there was always moments of laughter, and a silver lining to be grateful for. They did their very best to be there for each other, as Caelan was always their reason.

Cathal was devoted to caring for Caelan and being there to teach a young boy life lessons, rules and stories. They shared a special bond and were the very best of buddies. In the wake of this tragic loss, our primary concern is Caelan, who now faces the challenges of growing up without his Daddy’s presence. We have had many who have offered to help & want to show their support during this difficult time & after consideration, the family has opted for establishing a GoFundMe page.

The funds raised on the GoFundMe page in memory of Cathal will go towards Caelan's education, well-being, and other essential needs that arise as he navigates life without his father.

Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated, and we kindly ask you to share this campaign with your network to maximize our collective impact. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference in Caelan's life.

In addition, we encourage you to share your memories, photos, stories, and condolences on this page for us to share with Caelan as he grows up.

Thank you for standing by Caelan and our family during this challenging time. Your compassion means the world to us, and we are grateful for the support of our extended community.

With heartfelt thanks,

Cathal’s family here in Australia and abroad.