Lewis Barry, a keen and talented rider of Sportcity Velo and former member of Eastlands Velo, died suddenly on Monday night 28^th June.  Lewis was 15 years old.  He will be greatly missed by his friends in both clubs.

All the coaches and officials of Eastlands Velo and Sportcity Velo wish to extend their heart-felt sympathies to Lewis’ parents Mark and Carol.

Funeral Details

Tuesday 13th July sees the funeral and celebration of life of Lewis Barry, who died last week. There will also be a bike ride to and from the crematorium.

Lewis's parents, Carol and Mark want as many people as possble to come on their bikes in club kit to help celebrate Lewis's life . The plan is to ride out from Roundhay Park, Leeds, leaving at 1.30pm from Mansion Lane, Leeds, LS8 2HH to arrive at the crematorium just after 2.30pm. The ride will be led by Matt Winston and Giles Pidcock and it will be way-marked. After the service, the ride will return to Roundhay Park for the celebration of Lewis's life.

Carol and Mark have requested there there be no flowers please, but donations will be very welcome (see below). The dress code is no black please - casual is fine. If you are a cyclist come in club kit or cycling t-shirts as this is to be a celebration.