A dispute over memorial signage in Doncaster broke out after the local council asked family and friends to remove tributes on a tree near to where 21-year-old Kieran Rylance died in 2021.
Initial tensions regarding memorial tributes started to grow following his death when a tree became a focal point for tributes, with family and friends leaving photos, flowers and mementoes.
Rylance lost his life when he was struck by a train in October 2021.
The father-to-be's memorial included a green and black sign featuring his photo in a heart shape, along with the messages "in loving memory of Kieran Rylance," his nickname "Kizza," and "mental health matters."
Officials at City of Doncaster Council requested the removal of memorial signage from the tree near a railway crossing.
The family had initially planned peaceful protests in response to the council's request.
However, the conflict has since been resolved with plans for a new mental health garden to honour the 21-year-old.
The City of Doncaster Council reached an agreement with the Rylance family to create a dedicated garden space near a memorial bench at Attlee Field.
The new garden is set to provide a peaceful area for reflection and support for those struggling with mental health.
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Kieran's brother James has worked closely with the council to establish the new memorial location.
"I sorted it with the council - we have discussed in detail a plan so I have moved Kieran's plaque to Attlee Field on Grange Lane," he told the Doncaster Free Press.
"It now sits on his bench there."
"The council has said I can come up with a nice memorial idea for where the bench is and also do a little garden for mental health where people are able to go and sit when feeling low."
"My brother will be smiling looking down and so grateful," he added.
The new garden at Attlee Field will serve as a dedicated space where visitors can find solace and support.
"It's peaceful and a place to reflect, plus when others see people sat there, they can ask them if they are ok or need help," James explained.
Rylance had struggled with depression and mental health issues before his death in the close-knit village of Rossington.
His passing prompted an outpouring of community support, with family and friends organising numerous special tributes.
Anyone can call Samaritans for free on 116 123 or visit www.samaritans.org.
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Initial tensions regarding memorial tributes started to grow following his death when a tree became a focal point for tributes, with family and friends leaving photos, flowers and mementoes.
Rylance lost his life when he was struck by a train in October 2021.
The father-to-be's memorial included a green and black sign featuring his photo in a heart shape, along with the messages "in loving memory of Kieran Rylance," his nickname "Kizza," and "mental health matters."
Officials at City of Doncaster Council requested the removal of memorial signage from the tree near a railway crossing.
The family had initially planned peaceful protests in response to the council's request.
However, the conflict has since been resolved with plans for a new mental health garden to honour the 21-year-old.
The City of Doncaster Council reached an agreement with the Rylance family to create a dedicated garden space near a memorial bench at Attlee Field.
The new garden is set to provide a peaceful area for reflection and support for those struggling with mental health.
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Kieran's brother James has worked closely with the council to establish the new memorial location.
"I sorted it with the council - we have discussed in detail a plan so I have moved Kieran's plaque to Attlee Field on Grange Lane," he told the Doncaster Free Press.
"It now sits on his bench there."
"The council has said I can come up with a nice memorial idea for where the bench is and also do a little garden for mental health where people are able to go and sit when feeling low."
"My brother will be smiling looking down and so grateful," he added.
The new garden at Attlee Field will serve as a dedicated space where visitors can find solace and support.
"It's peaceful and a place to reflect, plus when others see people sat there, they can ask them if they are ok or need help," James explained.
Rylance had struggled with depression and mental health issues before his death in the close-knit village of Rossington.
His passing prompted an outpouring of community support, with family and friends organising numerous special tributes.
Anyone can call Samaritans for free on 116 123 or visit www.samaritans.org.
Find Out More...