The life of a 23-year-old man from Flintshire was sadly cut short after he “fought so hard to be well” during an illness. According to Morgan Probyn’s lifelong friend and family member Joanne Lloyd, he was a “loving and determined” man with a “wonderful” sense of humour.
Morgan, who lived in Mynydd Isa with his partner Elin, had been unwell ever since the pandemic broke out and he lost his “dream job,” which would have sent him to the United States. Since his death on October 11, his loved ones still haven’t learned what led to his declining health or why he died.
Morgan’s death has devastated Joanne’s family and Mynydd Isa. She started a fundraising for the family’s headstone. In three days, Go Fund Me has raised nearly £3,000.
Joanne said: “He was a one-of-a-kind and would light up any room. He was so energetic and full of fun, it was like he was excited all the time and was just so lovely to be around. He was such a cheeky chappy as well, he had a wonderful sense of humour and would make people laugh wherever he went.
“Morgan loved everybody and he expressed that love all the time – some people can be a bit guarded with their feelings but Morgan had no problem with telling people he loved them. He adored American football and played for the Romans. That was his main passion but he also loved travelling – he went to so many places with his mum and his siblings and his girlfriend, Elin, as well – they had so many plans together.
“Morgan was determined that he was going to be a millionaire. It was go big or go home with Morgan, everything was big, everything was energetic, he was so enthusiastic and everyone who knew him had no doubt that he would achieve anything he set his mind on.
“Because there was such an outpouring of love in the community after he passed, his mum Tracie wanted everyone to be part of something. There were so many broken people and they all wanted to do something, so we thought if everyone contributed towards Morgan’s headstone then they would all feel a part of the healing process and that’s what the fundraiser is for.”
Following his passing just over a week ago, Morgan’s American football team, the Chester and Flintshire Romans posted: “We’re devastated to hear of the passing of Morgan Probyn. Morgan played for the Romans for several years and made a lasting impression amongst all those around him. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. Once a Roman, always a Roman.”
Malpas FC will honour Morgan with a minute’s silence and black armbands during their next encounter. You can view the fundraiser here.
