Funeral arrangements announced for Mayobridge businessman Brian McPolin following restaurant incident
The family of father-of-three Brian McPolin have announced his funeral arrangements following his death in hospital days after a choking incident at a Warrenpoint restaurant.
MR McPolin, 67, died on Wednesday, October 14, surrounded by his family, after being taken to Daisy Hill Hospital following the incident at The Posh Pig Bar and Bistro on Sunday evening.
The Mayobridge businessman, who owned BMP Furniture in his home village, had been dining at the Marine Parade restaurant when the incident occurred.
In a statement issued following the incident, The Posh Pig said it was “deeply saddened” by what had happened.
“Our thoughts are with the individual and their loved ones at this incredibly difficult time,” the business said.
Following Mr McPolin’s death, the restaurant reiterated its sympathies to those affected, acknowledging the sadness surrounding the loss and thanking staff, customers and the wider community for their kindness and understanding.
The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service confirmed it received a 999 call at 9.59pm on Sunday, October 11, reporting an incident in the Marine Parade area of Warrenpoint.
Three emergency ambulances were dispatched. Following assessment and initial treatment at the scene, one patient was taken by ambulance to Daisy Hill Hospital.
Mr McPolin’s death notice described him as having passed away peacefully in hospital, surrounded by his family.
His funeral will take place on Sunday, October 18, following Requiem Mass at 1pm in St Patrick’s Church, Mayobridge. Interment will follow in the adjoining cemetery.
He is remembered as a loving husband to Clare, a devoted father of three and a cherished grandfather to eight grandchildren.
His death has brought sadness to his family, extended family circle and friends, as well as to the wider Mayobridge community.
The family’s death notice described him as “deeply regretted and sadly missed”.