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Shock and sadness as 'witty & charming' young Irish man dies suddenly in the US
Heartbreaking tributes have been paid to a 'charming, witty and caring' young Irish man who died suddenly in the United States earlier this month.
Jamie Darcy, originally from Dundalk in Co Louth, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Emporia, Kansas on Monday, June 16, according to a death notice shared on
"Jamie will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his loving parents, Jim and Briege, and by his cherished family: Conor and Anne, Liam and Paula, and Kate and Matthew," the notices states.
"He was a beloved uncle to Kyle, Shay, Ava, Sarah, and Rebecca, and a dear nephew to Denis, David, and Frances.
"Jamie's memory will be treasured by his cousins, Aaron and Meghan, as well as by his extended family, neighbours, and many friends in both Emporia, Kansas, and his hometown of Dundalk and by all who had the good fortune to know him."
Jamie's death has sent shockwaves through the close knit community of Dundalk, with friends and neighbours sharing emotional tributes online to the popular man.
Jamie was a part of the Dundalk Youth Theatre when he was growing up in Louth, with former members of the company remembering how he "brightened every room he entered and his creativity, joy and humour inspired so many".
A close pal said: "Deepest condolences to all the Darcy family, thinking of you all at this very sad time. I have wonderful memories of Jamie from our teenage years, we were very good friends through Dundalk Youth Theatre and he was a regular in my house for many years. He was always funny, always charming, witty, caring and a great friend. So shocked and saddened to hear of his passing."
Another person added: "Sincere condolences to Briege, Jim, Kate, Conor, Liam, Denis, David, Frances, Aaron and Megan on the very sad passing of Jamie. Jamie brightened every room he entered and his creativity, joy and humour inspired so many. It was a pleasure to call him a friend throughout our years in the Marist and DYTC. May Jamie's bright spirit leave all who knew him with many happy memories. I am thinking of you all at this sad time. May he rest in peace.
A third person said: "I had the pleasure of working with Jamie when we both took part in Youth Theatre. Jamie was a great friend at that time, I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Sleep well friend. My thoughts are with your family and loved ones at this time."
Jamie was a former pupil at Scoil Mhuire na nGael primary school in Bay Estate, with a former classmate remembering how he brought humour and joy to the classroom.
"Deeply sorry for your loss. I was at school with Jamie since junior infants in Bay Estate and then into the Marist," they said.
"Always there to crack a joke when needed and his impressions of Robin Williams were something I still remember to this day. We would always stop to have the chat together, no matter where we randomly seen each other. Truly one of the most gentlemanly men I have ever known. I hope your family finds comfort in time. Enjoy your rest Jamie."
Jamie's family have confirmed that a funeral service for the young man will take place in Dundalk, with further details to be confirmed in due course.
