Latest news with #CorkCityMarathon
Irish Post
a day ago
- General
- Irish Post
Mourners asked to ‘wear bright colours' to funeral of woman who died during Cork marathon
THE family of a young woman who died while running the Cork City Marathon have asked mourners attending her funeral to 'wear bright colours'. Ellen Cassidy died on Sunday, June 1 after falling seriously ill close to the finish line of the city centre run. In a statement Cork City Council said it was 'deeply saddened at the passing of Ellen Cassidy, a participant of the Cork City Marathon'. The Lord Mayor of Cork, Councillor Dan Boyle has also offered his condolences, saying: "We extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and all who knew Ellen. "Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.' The 24-year-old, who hailed from Old Mallow Road in Cork and was a graduate of University College Cork, has been described as a 'beautiful and amazing young lady' by her family. Confirming her death, they said 'Ellen will be forever loved and truly missed by her mum, Vi, her dad, Tom, her sister, Mary, her brother, Charlie, her boyfriend, Rob, her beloved grandparents, Joan, Billy and Tom and the late Noreen'. Ms Cassidy was a keen swimmer and a member of Cork city's Dolphin Swimming Club. Paying tribute, Swim Ireland said: 'Swim Ireland and the Irish swimming community are deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Dolphin Swimming Club's Ellen Cassidy at the Cork City Marathon on Sunday.' They added: 'Ellen represented her club, region and country with pride over many years as a competitive swimmer. 'Our condolences to Ellen's family and friends, all at Dolphin Swimming Club and the wider Cork and Munster swimming community.' Dolphin Swimming Club has also paid tribute, saying 'Ellen swam through life with grace, strength and passion'. 'Your smile and your drive will never be forgotten,' they added. 'Our deepest condolences to all the Cassidy family and friends.' Ms Cassidy's funeral will take place at 11am on Thursday, June 5 in The Church of the Annunciation in Blackpool, followed by burial at St. Catherine's Cemetery in Kilcully. The family have requested that 'all the ladies wear their most colourful outfit for the funeral Mass'. 'Bring a flower also if your heart desires,' they added. See More: Cork Marathon, Ellen Cassidy, Funeral
Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
'Colourful outfits' requested at funeral of woman who died at Cork City Marathon
The funeral details have been announced for Ellen Cassidy, who died after taking part in the Cork City Marathon on Sunday. From the Old Mallow Road in Co Cork, the 24-year-old was running the half-marathon when she became ill close to the finish line at around 1pm. Ellen was treated by emergency services at the scene but was sadly pronounced dead a short time later after being brought by ambulance to Cork University Hospital. The young woman has been described as a "beautiful and amazing young lady" and a talented swimmer who competed with Munster and Ireland. Her funeral will take place at 11am on June 5 at The Church of the Annunciation, Blackpool followed by burial at St Catherine's Cemetery, Kilcully. Her family has requested for female mourners to wear "their most colourful outfit" and to "bring a flower also if your heart desires". A notice on reads: "We are devastated to announce the tragic and sudden death of Ellen Cassidy (Templenoe House, Carhoo, Old Mallow Road, Cork, T23 R8H7) on 1st June, 2025. A beautiful and amazing young lady. "Ellen will be forever loved and truly missed by her mum, Vi, her dad, Tom, her sister, Mary, her brother, Charlie, her boyfriend, Rob, her beloved grandparents, Joan, Billy and Tom and the late Noreen. "Her many many best friends, especially Katie and Sadhbh, her little puppy Nala, her cousins Ronan, Lily, Sally, Evelyn, Maimie, Bill, Laura, Tom, Will, Richard, Emma, Jessica and Rebecca. "Her aunt and uncles, Jenny & Conor, Joanna & Simon, Richard & Noelle, Bill & Lucy, Eileen & Micheal, her wonderful friends and team mates she met throughout her brief life and her extended family, coaches, teachers, and work colleagues. "Reposing at her home on the Old Mallow Road (T23 R8H7) on Wednesday (June 4th) from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Requiem Mass at 11.00am on Thursday (June 5th) in The Church of the Annunciation, Blackpool which will be live streamed. "Funeral afterwards to St. Catherine's Cemetery, Kilcully."
Irish Examiner
2 days ago
- Irish Examiner
Madeleine McCann: German police to start fresh searches in Portugal
Fresh searches are to be carried out in Portugal by German police investigating the disappearance of Madeleine McCann. Madeleine, then aged three, disappeared in 2007 while on holiday with her family in the resort of Praia da Luz after her parents went out to dinner and left her sleeping in a room with her toddler twin siblings. On Monday, the Sun reported that searches are to be carried out this week near where she was last seen. A spokeswoman for the Metropolitan Police said: 'We are aware of the searches being carried by the BKA (German federal police) in Portugal as part of their investigation into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann. 'The Metropolitan Police Service is not present at the search, we will support our international colleagues where necessary.' The prime suspect in the case is Christian Brueckner, who is currently serving a seven-year prison sentence in Germany for the rape of an elderly woman at her home in the Praia da Luz in 2005. Read More Woman who died after Cork City Marathon remembered for 'grace, strength and passion'
Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Tributes pour in for woman who died after collapsing during Cork City Marathon
Tributes have been pouring in following the death of Ellen Cassidy. The 24-year-old died after becoming ill while taking part in the Cork City Marathon on Sunday. Ms Cassidy was running the half-marathon when she became seriously ill and collapsed near the finish line at around 1pm. Thousands of runners took part in the event, with 550 international participants from more than 26 countries. A statement from organisers read: 'Cork City Council is deeply saddened to confirm that a participant in the Cork City Marathon has tragically passed away. 'The person was attended to immediately by the emergency services on the scene. 'Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased.' Tributes have been pouring in for Ms Cassidy, a talented swimmer from Old Mallow Road in Cork city. The Dolphin Swimming Club, which she joined when she was nine years old, wrote on social media: 'Ellen swam through life with grace, strength and passion. Your smile and your drive will never be forgotten. "Our deepest condolences to all the Cassidy's family and friends. Sundays Well Swimming Club commented: "Our swimming community is deeply saddened by Ellen's passing. Her spirit, dedication, and friendship touched us all." Cork City Council posted on X: "Cork City Council is deeply saddened at the passing of Ellen Cassidy, a participant of yesterday's Cork City Marathon. Lord Mayor of Cork, Councillor Dan Boyle has offered his sincere condolences to Ellen's family and friends saying "We extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and all who knew Ellen. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time." Deputy Lord Mayor of Cork, councillor Honore Kamegni, also offered his "heartfelt condolences" to Ms Cassidy's family following Sunday's tragedy. "It is with deep sadness that I heard the passing of a woman in her 20s at the Cork Marathon today," he wrote on X. "She became unwell at the finish line on Patrick Str. Immediate medical attention was provided to her. My heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones."
Extra.ie
2 days ago
- Sport
- Extra.ie
Clare woman, 24, dies during Edinburgh Half Marathon
Tributes are pouring in for a 'truly wonderful young lady' who died while taking part in a half-marathon in Edinburgh last weekend. Clare woman Olivia Tuohy, 24, died while taking part in the Edinburgh Half Marathon on Sunday, May 25. The young woman is survived by her parents Kieran and Liz, brother Stephen and his partner Laura, and her own partner, Michael. Tributes are pouring in for a 'truly wonderful young lady' who died while taking part in a half-marathon in Edinburgh last weekend. Pic: Her death notice reads: 'Olivia, a bright and beautiful spirit, passed away on the 25th May while participating in the Edinburgh Half Marathon. Olivia's bubbly personality and kind heart will be deeply missed by all who knew her. 'Olivia is survived by her heartbroken parents Kieran and Liz and her brother Stephen and his partner Laura, and her loving partner Michael and his parents Maria-Elena and Steven, aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbours and her friends both in Ireland and Edinburgh. Banner Ladies Football Club led tributes, writing: 'We wish to express our sadness at the passing of our friend and former teammate Olivia Tuohy, daughter of Liz and Kieran. Our thoughts and prayers are with her parents, her brother Stephen, her partner Michael and her family at this sad time. 'May her gentle soul rest in peace.' More condolences came in via Ms Tuohy's death notice, with one person writing: 'I had the privilege of going to school with her and playing camogie that I will always treasure. Olivia was a truly wonderful young lady, full of kindness, spirit, and warmth. She always had a smile on her face, and her presence could light up any room. 'Her strength, joy, and the way she treated others with such genuine care will never be forgotten. Olivia left a lasting impression on everyone lucky enough to know her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. May you find comfort in the love that surrounds you and in the beautiful memories of Olivia that will live on forever.' Another added: 'I'm so happy to have been able to call Olivia a friend since Junior Infants. So heartbroken. Olivia was so kind to everyone and I'll always remember the memories and her laugh x.' The Clare woman's death comes as news that another female runner died during the Cork City Marathon on Sunday. 24-year-old Ellen Cassidy had been taking part in the half marathon when she fell ill just before the finish line. The Cork native was taken to Cork University Hospital (CUH) where she passed away.
