The Racehorse Sanctuary and Rehoming Centre is sad to announce the death of our Chairman, Edmund O’Reilly Hyland.
Edmund was born in Ireland, where he developed a deep love for horses from a young age.
After moving to London for work, he found joy in racing, which led him to Susanna, the love of his life.
Edmund served as a Trustee for many years and more recently became Chairman, demonstrating incredible generosity and support. He firmly believed in the charity’s mission, often saying that whenever he needed a boost, he would visit the horses, their welcoming faces brought him immense happiness.
Ensuring the horses’ well-being was vital to him, and he found comfort in knowing the charity is in good hands and will care for the horses for years to come.
Edmund died on January 3rd 2025 after a long battle against cancer. Our deepest sympathy goes to all his family and friends.
