RIP: 'Our government failed you' Young boy dies after waiting three years for surgery

Tributes have rushed in following the passing of a young boy (9) from Dublin named Harvey Morrison who had spina bifida.

Harvey's parents called him their "little rockstar" and said that he passed away in their arms on Tuesday July 29th 2025.

Harvey was from Clondalkin and his community, family and friends are devastated following the sad news. 

A GoFundMe was created for Harvey's family which said: "Harvey became a household name due to his parents' relentless fight in the media to secure timely access to medical care for him. He waited over three years for scoliosis surgery, and by the time of the surgery at the end of 2024, his curvature had reached 130 degrees".

"After Harvey's surgery, he got a new lease on life, a life that was unexpectedly and cruelly cut short on July 29, 2025. As a community, we are devastated; however, our sorrow is nothing compared to that of his parents and family."

The GoFundMe can be found in the link below.

Harvey will be deeply missed by his Mum Gillian, Dad Stephen, sister Lyla and brother Remy. As well as his grandparents Ann, Gordon, Christina and Thomas, and his aunts, uncles and cousins.

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His RIP tribute read: "In his short life Harvey faced more challenges than most, and was the bravest, strongest and most courageous boy. To know him was to love him, and he definitely left his mark on this world."

Funeral Arrangements:

Reposing at Massey Bros. Funeral Home, Clondalkin, D22 EOCO on Friday 1st August between 3pm - 5pm. Public Cremation at Newland's Crematorium Chapel at 1pm on Saturday 2nd August.

The family encouraged people to join them to celebrate his life, and to dress in colour.

A heartfelt tribute on RIP said: My sincere condolences to Stephen, Gillian, and family. Harvey what a gorgeous young boy — a true beacon of strength and light. My heart aches for you all in the wake of his sudden and devastating passing. I know his light will continue to shine brightly through the memories you hold and the love you carry forward of Harvey. May he rest in eternal peace."

Another person said: "Deepest sympathy to Harvey’s parents, sister, brother, grandparents to look at the photo with the most beautiful smile I cried when I saw it and am heartbroken for ye all and thinking and praying for all."

"Sweet Harvey, I’m so sorry that our government failed you. May God comfort your mammy and daddy and bring them peace knowing your suffering is over. Rest in peace champ," another person said.

Harvey's GoFundMe can be found here.