Well known commissaire and Cycling Ulster stalwart, Maurice McAllister, has sadly passed away after being ill for a period. His family confirmed his passing, which occurred in hospital on Christmas Day.
Maurice's son, Steven, said his "hero and best friend" had passed away peacefully in Antrim Hospital after a short illness.
"I want to thank everyone who has been messaging asking about him, the visitors who called with him and all those wishing him a return to good health," he said. "Unfortunately it just wasn't meant to be as he took very unwell again last night and took his final breath at lunchtime.
"I want to thank the staff in the Causeway Hospital stroke ward, the doctors and nurses in Mid Ulster who worked to try and get him back on his feet and the team at Antrim Hospital who made his final hours as comfortable as possible."
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The Cycling Ulster executive said it was "deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former chairperson of Cycling Ulster and Ballymoney Cycling Club, Maurice McAllister".
"Maurice was iconic in the cycling community, he was passionate about youth cycling and never afraid to speak his mind," it added. "He played a key role in the advancement of our sport over many years, running events and races with a wealth of knowledge.
"His willingness to lend a hand will fondly be remembered. The executive would like to pass on their condolences to Steven and Philip at this most difficult time."
Funeral details to follow.
