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Sunday World
27-05-2025
- General
- Sunday World
School attended by Luke Silles praised for helping pupils cope with his tragic loss
School management hosted breakfast mornings this week where pupils are encouraged to talk about Luke and celebrate his life in a positive and engaging way. Staff and management at Tralee CBS The Green have been praised by parents for their efforts in liaising with pupils in need of support since the death of Luke Silles on Friday. Luke was a popular and engaging student at Tralee CBS where the school community is this week struggling to come to terms with his tragic loss. Parents have spoken of counselling being made available to pupils with some staff returning from annual leave to help out during what has been an emotionally difficult time for everyone at the school. Luke Silles. News in 90 Seconds - May 27th School management hosted breakfast mornings this week where pupils are encouraged to talk about Luke and celebrate his life in a positive and engaging way. For many of the pupils, Luke's death has been the first emotional challenge they will have faced in their young lives. The Kerryman understands that pupils have received 'great comfort' from this bereavement process and by school management ensuring 'space and opportunity' is there for pupils who need to speak about Luke. One parent said that 'every support' has been offered for the entire school community, and the extended community. 'There are listening ears and shoulders to cry on. There is time given to listening to stories and hear emotions,' she said. 'They've created a space for pupils to share memories and given them all the time they need to remember Luke. The right thing to do is to help the pupils through this. The staff and everyone connected with The Green family deserve huge credit for the way they have handled this tragedy,' she added. Tralee CBS The Green will close on Wednesday for the funeral of Luke Silles which will arrive at St Brendan's Church, Clogher on Wednesday at 10:30am for 11:00am Requiem Mass followed by interment afterwards in New Rath Cemetery.
Irish Independent
27-05-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
Kerry school attended by Luke Silles praised for helping pupils cope with tragedy
Luke was a popular and engaging student at Tralee CBS where the school community is this week struggling to come to terms with his tragic loss. Parents have spoken of counselling being made available to pupils with some staff returning from annual leave to help out during what has been an emotionally difficult time for everyone at the school. School management hosted breakfast mornings this week where pupils are encouraged to talk about Luke and celebrate his life in a positive and engaging way. For many of the pupils, Luke's death has been the first emotional challenge they will have faced in their young lives. The Kerryman understands that pupils have received 'great comfort' from this bereavement process and by school management ensuring 'space and opportunity' is there for pupils who need to speak about Luke. One parent said that 'every support' has been offered for the entire school community, and the extended community. 'There are listening ears and shoulders to cry on. There is time given to listening to stories and hear emotions,' she said. 'They've created a space for pupils to share memories and given them all the time they need to remember Luke. The right thing to do is to help the pupils through this. The staff and everyone connected with The Green family deserve huge credit for the way they have handled this tragedy,' she added. Tralee CBS The Green will close on Wednesday for the funeral of Luke Silles which will arrive at St Brendan's Church, Clogher on Wednesday at 10:30am for 11:00am Requiem Mass followed by interment afterwards in New Rath Cemetery.
Irish Post
25-05-2025
- Irish Post
'A shining light': Tributes paid to teen who died in Co. Kerry swimming tragedy
TRIBUTES have been paid to a teenager who died after an accident while swimming in Co. Kerry last week. Luke Silles, 18, was rushed to hospital following the incident at Fenit Pier on Saturday, May 17. He had been in a critical condition since then but sadly passed away at University Hospital Kerry on Friday. His death follows the recent passing of seven-year-old Alan Singh in Co. Sligo and teenagers Emmanuel Familola and Matt Sibanda in Co. Donegal, who all died after getting into difficulty in the sea. In a statement, CBS The Green in Tralee paid tribute to their Leaving Cert student. "Luke was a shining light in our school community — a kind-hearted, thoughtful, and gentle young person who brought warmth and positivity to those around him," it read. "His presence in our classrooms, on our corridors, and among his peers left a lasting impression. "He had a quiet strength and a generous spirit that touched the lives of so many. "Luke will be missed deeply by his friends, his classmates, and all the staff here at CBS The Green. "His absence leaves a space that cannot be filled, and we will remember him with great affection and sorrow." It added: "At CBS The Green, we are more than a school — we are a family. And today, we grieve together as one. "We will honour Luke's memory with compassion, unity, and love." 'Sun set in a black cloud' Luke's former school also paid tribute, saying he was 'deeply loved by peers and staff alike'. "Luke was more than just a student — he was a bright light in our school community," read a statement from O'Brennan National School in Tralee. "Whether through his warm smile, kindness to others, or quiet determination, Luke left a mark that will never be forgotten. "We remember him not just for academic achievements or participation in school life, but for the person he was — compassionate, full of mischief, and deeply loved by peers and staff alike." The teenager's sports clubs have expressed their sorrow at his passing. "The sun set in a black cloud last evening as our community mourned the loss of our beloved Luke Silles," said Ballymacelligott GAA. "Luke was sporting, witty, smart and roguish. He was called early by our creator at just 18 years of age. "His family and our club have been denied a great man." Football club Tralee Dynamos said that Luke had graduated from the club's academy ranks at the age of nine and 'went on to represent our club at all age groups with great pride and distinction'. "An honest and unassuming young teenager, Luke forged strong and close relationships with all those around him," they added.
Irish Times
25-05-2025
- Irish Times
‘A shining light': Leaving Cert student dies after being injured while swimming in Co Kerry
A Leaving Certificate student who was seriously injured while swimming in Co Kerry last weekend has died. Luke Silles, an 18-year-old from Curraghleha East near Tralee, was taken to University Hospital Kerry last Saturday in a critical condition following the incident at Fenit Pier. He died in hospital on Saturday surrounded by his family. Luke was a son of Tony and Paula Silles and had two siblings, Oran and Aimee, according to a notice published on In a statement, his school, CBS The Green in Tralee, described Silles as 'a shining light in our school community – a kind-hearted, thoughtful, and gentle young person who brought warmth and positivity to those around him'. READ MORE 'His presence in our classrooms, on our corridors, and among his peers left a lasting impression. He had a quiet strength and a generous spirit that touched the lives of so many,' it said. 'Luke will be missed deeply by his friends, his classmates and all the staff here at CBS The Green. His absence leaves a space that cannot be filled, and we will remember him with great affection and sorrow.' The school extended its sympathies to the Silles family and pledged to 'walk beside them with care and support in the days, weeks and months ahead'. Ballymacelligott GAA Club, of which Silles was a member, said: 'The sun set in a black cloud last evening as our community mourned the loss of our beloved Luke Silles. 'Luke was sporting, witty, smart and roguish. He was called early by our creator at just 18 years of age. His family and our club have been denied a great man. Rest in peace Luke.' Silles's funeral Mass will take place in Co Kerry on Wednesday.
Irish Examiner
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Funeral details announced for Kerry teen who died following swimming accident
Funeral details have been announced for the teenager who died on Friday evening after he was injured in a swimming accident on May 17 off the Kerry coast. Luke Silles had been in critical condition since the incident and died on Friday at approximately 8pm. The 18-year-old, who was a sixth-year pupil at CBS The Green, in Tralee, had been swimming with friends by Fenit Pier when the incident occurred. The popular teenager, from Curraghleha East, Tralee, is described as a 'cherished and beloved son' of parents Tony and Paula and 'adored' older brother of Oran and Aimee. His notice reads: 'Luke passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the exceptional care of a dedicated team at University Hospital Kerry. 'Luke will be sadly missed by his heartbroken parents, brother, sister, grandfather Denis, [and] grandmother Mary.' He will also be missed by his "aunts, uncles, grand-aunts and grand-uncles, cousins, extended family, the community of Ballymac GAA, the CBS Green Family, neighbours and his wide circle of friends". Luke is predeceased by his Nana Maureen, Grandad Silvie and his aunt Mary-Teresa. He will be reposing at his home on Tuesday evening from 4pm to 8pm. A Requiem Mass will take place at 11am at St Brendan's Church, Clogher on Wednesday, followed by interment in New Rath Cemetery. The family has asked that donations should be made in lieu of flowers to the Fenit RNLI. The notice adds: 'Tony, Paula, Oran, Aimee and the extended Silles and Harris families are deeply grateful for all the love, support, and kindness shown to them during this difficult time.' Kerry County Council leas-chathaoirleach Fionnán Fitzgerald, in a statement on behalf of Luke's school, said the 18-year-old was a very popular student at The Green and was highly regarded by both staff and students. Mr Fitzgerald, who was one of Luke's teachers, also spoke of his love of sport, saying he not only loved sport but also loved representing his school. He played football for The Green and was part of the team that won the Br Taft competition in 2022. That year, he was also part of the soccer team that won the U15 Kingdom Cup. Mr Fitzgerald said: 'He was kind, gentle, thoughtful, good-humoured, cared deeply for all and engaged positively with everyone. 'He had a kind word and a smile for all he met. 'Luke was preparing for his Leaving Cert examination alongside his classmates and always showed gratitude for guidance given. 'Luke Silles encapsulated the spirit of The Green.' Since Luke's death, the school has implemented its critical incident plan and is working closely with various agencies, in particular, the National Educational Psychological Service, to provide support for students and the wider school community.
