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Irish Independent
37 minutes ago
- General
- Irish Independent
‘Whenever you see a rainbow, think of Olivia' – Tributes paid to ‘bright light' Olivia Tuohy (25) who died during Edinburgh Half Marathon
Mourners gathered at SS Peter and Paul Cathedral in Ennis this morning heard the lasting impact the young nurse had on the lives of those who knew her, leaving all those who met her 'the better for it'. Her family were described as 'the treasures of Olivia's life' during her funeral mass this morning. Ms Tuohy worked as a nurse in the vascular ward of the Royal Infirmary in Edinburgh, having studied at Queen Margaret University. "Olivia had a short and beautiful life. If I were to tell you all the stories we know about Olivia and those we probably didn't know, it would be like Tom Cruise, it would be Mission Impossible,' her father, Kieran, said. He told how he was tasked with teaching his daughter how to drive, with the first lesson featuring door slamming, strong words, apologies and a hug and kiss to say that 'tomorrow, there will be no shouting'. "And that's what happened, Olivia passed first go.' He thanked all those who gathered to pay tribute to his daughter, adding: 'To Olivia and her brother, Stephen, we love you so, so much. Thank you to everybody.' Ms Tuohy's mother, Liz, thanked the medical professional and fellow runners who helped her daughter on the day of her run in Edinburgh and all those who have supported them in the time since, including the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. "We would not be standing here today without the unwavering love and support from both our families and friends. Your warm words and acts of kindness have given us great support and comfort. For that, we will always, always be truly and deeply grateful,' she said. "When we were travelling up to Dublin to go to Edinburgh, we were near the airport and the next thing, my sister said, 'Oh my God, look at the rainbow.' And there is this big, massive double rainbow, [biggest] that I have ever seen – the widest, biggest. I just remember saying, 'Fly high, baby girl.'' She added: "I would just like to say to friends and family that whenever you see a rainbow, think of Olivia because she will be flying high.' Her brother, Stephen, told mourners how his sister had their dad 'wrapped around her finger' as he recalled a night-out in Vancouver with his family, adding: "One thing I've learned from this is that whenever you're out, even if it's just with your friends and family, even take a photo, because you might not have the person sitting beside you right now forever, but you'll have a memory, or you'll have a photo, which is a memory, forever.' Her boyfriend Michael, said Ms Tuohy knew that one of his favourite activities was 'talking about you in front of the people we know' as he described her as a 'kind, beautiful, gorgeous soul'. He thanked her for the love she brought into his life, adding: 'We shared something that has been so hard to describe to people because it was so natural and we packed so much in the time we had together, the term I've used is that we left nothing unsaid – and that is true.' He told those gathered that some may have heard him 'sing or shout this at Olivia' as he quoted song lyrics, saying: 'Now, forever and always: 'Girl, you're my angel, you're my darling angel.'' Mourners heard how their memories of Ms Tuohy are filled with her "kindness, fun, laughter and her determined strength' as a number of symbols of her life were brought to the altar. A football and a hurley represented her love of sport and served as a reminder to those gathered to 'play hard, love fiercely and embrace every moment'. Her nursing uniform, badge and a memory book compiled by her colleagues in the Royal Infirmary were brought to the altar along with a shopping bag to mark her many shopping trips with friends and an Aperol Spritz glass with her name on it to show how Ms Tuohy loved 'having fun, creating time to laugh and being surrounded by friends and family'. Her family were described as 'the treasures of Olivia's life', with a collection of family photos symbolising their importance to her. Mourners heard how the reality that Ms Tuohy was "a positive presence for so many people' that she met throughout her life, having a "profound and lasting impact on so, so many people'. "It feels as though a bright light has been extinguished and yet, that is the reality we face today.' Those gathered heard how all those who met Ms Tuohy were 'the better for it' and she left an 'indelible impression'. Ms Tuohy, who was described as 'a natural carer', used her talents in sport and in caring for others to help and support those around her, leaving a legacy of 'love, care, friendship and so many happy memories'. Tributes have been paid to Olivia as 'a bright and beautiful spirit' whose 'bubbly personality and kind heart will be deeply missed by all who knew her' since her death on May 25. 'Olivia is survived by her heart broken parents Kieran and Liz and her brother Stephen and his partner Laura, her loving partner Michael and his parents Maria-Elena and Steven, aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbours and her friends both in Ireland and Edinburgh,' her death notice reads.
Irish Daily Mirror
18 hours ago
- General
- Irish Daily Mirror
Heartbreaking tributes pour in for young Irishwoman who died suddenly in Spain
Heartbreaking tributes have been paid to a young woman from Co Kerry who died suddenly in Spain. Diane Moloney, 24, originally from Stokers Grove in Listowel, passed away "unexpectedly on May 30", according to a death notice shared on "Diane will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her heartbroken family, her mother Margaret, brothers Lorcan and Eddie, partner Tyrone, uncles, aunts, cousins, extended family, neighbours and many friends," the notice adds. Diane, who had just celebrated her 24th birthday on May 22, moved to Spain with her partner Tyrone three years ago and had been teaching in a local childcare facility. Following her unexpected passing, Diane's family launched a GoFundMe page to raise funds to bring her body home ahead of her funeral next week. The fundraiser was launched by her brother Lorcan, who paid tribute to Diane in a message shared on the GoFundMe page. He wrote: "Diane touched the hearts of everyone that she met in her short life with her beautiful smile, giggly laughter and always looking after her two brothers (even though I am the eldest one). "The death of my sister has broken our hearts and of those who knew Diane. We appreciate everyone's support and kindness at this very difficult time, it means so much to us. Our main priority at the moment is getting Diane home as soon as possible." The GoFundMe page has raised over €40,000, with Diane's heartbroken family thanking the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust for their "support, guidance and kindness at this very difficult time". Diane's body was flown home to Ireland on Friday, with her family announcing that her her funeral will take place in her hometown of Listowel on Monday. Diane will lie in repose at Lyons Funeral Home in Derry, Listowel, on Sunday from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, with her remains due to arrive at St. Mary's Church in Listowel at 11.15am on Monday morning. Diane's Requiem Mass will be held at 11.30am, followed by burial afterwards in St. John Paul II Cemetery, Ballybunion Road. Diane's family said that the ceremony will be live-streamed on the Listowel Parish website. Diane's sudden death has sent shockwaves through the local community, with friends, neighbours and acquaintances paying heartbreaking tribute to the popular young woman. A close pal said in a message shared online: "Condolences to all of the Maloney family especially to Mags, Lorcan and Eddie at this very difficult time. May Diane Rest in Peace. A kind, beautiful, loving soul taken too soon." Another added: "My deepest sympathies to Mags and family during this tragic time. Diane was a beautiful young lady inside and out. May she rest in peace." A third mourner said: "So sorry Margaret,Lorcan and Eddie and extended families on the passing of Diane. Always a lovely girl with a lovely smile. Thinking of all of ye at this very sad time." While a fourth wrote: "Sincere condolences to Diane's family, partner and friends on her passing, such a beautiful young woman, RIP."
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Heartache as family of ‘bubbly' young Irishwoman who died during half marathon abroad confirm funeral as tributes pour
THE heartbroken family of a "bubbly" young woman who died while running a half marathon have released her funeral details. Advertisement She had been studying at the Scottish city's Queen Margaret Her passing shocked the tight-knit community in the Banner county, Now, her heartbroken Olivia will be reposing at her Advertisement Read more in Irish news Her funeral ceremony will be held at Ennis Cathedral on Saturday, June 7. The service will begin at 11am and will be followed by a burial in Drumcliffe Cemetery. The family have asked that anyone wishing to make a donation should make it out to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. The Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN Exclusive Olivia leaves behind her She is also mourned by her loving partner Michael and his parents Maria-Elena and Steven. And she leaves behind doting aunts, uncles, neighbours and a wide circle of friends in Ireland and Olivia's family paid tribute to her when announcing the details. Advertisement They said: "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." And multiple people left their condolences for the tragic young runner. THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS One person said: "My sincere and heartfelt condolences to you Kieran, Liz, Stephen, Michael and to all of Olivia's extended family and friends. Advertisement "I remember her so well from her time in the CBS. She was a fabulous young girl, always smiling and happy. "My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this heartbreaking time. May Olivia rest in peace." Another said: "Deepest sympathies to Olivia's family and friends during this heartbreaking time. "My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May she rest in peace." Advertisement A third penned: "We are deeply saddened by the loss of your beloved daughter Olivia. "Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this unimaginable time. "Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you navigate this profound sorrow." And a fourth put in: "My most sincere condolences to all of Olivia's family and friends, both at home and in Edinburgh on her sudden passing. Advertisement "It was a privilege to have known Olivia, worked alongside her in ESF and spent many days in QMU with her. "Thinking of you all during this very difficult time." 1 Olivia's funeral will be held on Saturday Credit:
Sunday World
21-05-2025
- Sunday World
Young Irishman (22) dies tragically in swimming accident on holiday in Portugal
It's understood Dylan McCahey, 22, passed away on Saturday following a swimming accident A young Irishman has died tragically while on holiday in Portugal. It's understood Dylan McCahey, 22, passed away on Saturday following a swimming accident. The biomedical science graduate is a native of Magheracloone, Sherlock, Co Monaghan. Widespread tributes were paid to him on social media. Heartbroken friends described him as ' one of life's true gentlemen' with a wonderful personality who will be greatly missed. One friend wrote;' Dylan always made me laugh and always had a smile on his face.' He is predecessors by his infant sister Nicole and survived by his devastated parents PJ and Geraldine, brother Alan and sister Caitlin. The Department of Foreign Affairs said they are aware of his death and have provided consular assistance to the family . Dylan's funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mourners are asked to make a donation to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust , if they so wish. Dylan McCahey News in 90 seconds - 21st May
Irish Daily Mirror
21-05-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Tributes flow to Irishman, 22, who died in tragic drowning incident in Portugal
A young Irishman has died tragically following a drowning accident while on holidays in Portugal. Dylan McCahey, 22, passed away over the weekend after he got into difficulties swimming in a pool. The biomedical science graduate is a native of Magheracloone, Sherlock, Co Monaghan. Widespread tributes were paid to him on social media. Heartbroken friends described him as 'one of life's true gentlemen' with a wonderful personality who will be greatly missed. One friend wrote: 'Dylan always made me laugh and always had a smile on his face.' He is predecessors by his infant sister Nicole and survived by his devastated parents PJ and Geraldine, brother Alan and sister Caitlin. The Department of Foreign Affairs said they are aware of his death and have provided consular assistance to the family . Dylan's funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mourners are asked to make a donation to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust, if they so wish. The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust is an organisation that aims to alleviate the financial hardship of bereaved families repatriating the bodies of loved ones who have died abroad in sudden or tragic circumstances back to Ireland.
