Tributes Paid to David Young, Victim of Lisbon Funicular Crash

Sat Sep 13 2025 12:33:52 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

David Young, an 82-year-old transport enthusiast from Holyhead, was one of the victims of the tragic Lisbon funicular crash that claimed 16 lives. His family shares his passion for transport as they mourn his loss.

David Young, an 82-year-old man from Holyhead, was a lifelong transport enthusiast and one of the victims in the recent Lisbon funicular crash that left 16 dead. His family expressed comfort in knowing that his last moments were spent pursuing his passion. The incident continues to raise questions about the causes of the crash, which is still under investigation.

The third British victim killed in the Lisbon funicular crash has been named by police.

David Young, 82, from Holyhead on Anglesey, was among 16 people who died last Wednesday when the Glória funicular derailed and crashed into a building in Portugal's capital.

His family described him as a lifelong transport enthusiast, saying it was a comfort that his final moments were in pursuit of the hobby which gave him so much happiness.

Over the weekend Cheshire Police confirmed the other British victims were Kayleigh Smith, 36, and her partner Will Nelson, 44.

Known to most as Dave, he was raised in Auchterarder, Perthshire, but moved to Holyhead in 1980 where he had a long career as a customs officer. In retirement he enjoyed visiting heritage railways and tramways around the world, his family said.

Llinos Medi, MP for Ynys Môn, sent her condolences to Mr Young's family and to those who have been affected.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he was deeply saddened by the incident, stating that thoughts are with the families impacted by this tragedy.

The city's funicular railways, including Glória, Lavra, Bica, and Graça, are a popular tourist attraction, known for their yellow tram-like vehicles. Following the crash, officials reported that a cable along the railway's route snapped, although the rest of the mechanism was functioning properly. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.