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Irish Post
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Post
Fundraiser for Irish nurse who died suddenly on holiday in Australia passes €128k
A FUNDRAISER launched to support the family of an Irish nurse who died suddenly while on holiday in Australia has reaced more than €128k. Louth native Marie Claire Rogers died in Sydney on Monday, April 28, 'after a short illness", her family has confirmed. The 24-year-old, of Clonmor in Togher, was visiting her sister when she became unwell. She died days later in hospital. A fundraising page which was set up to help with the costs of bringing her body home to Ireland has already raised more than than €128k. 'As many of you know, our beloved Marie Claire Rogers tragically passed away unexpectedly while on holiday in Australia,' the page states. 'This gofundme page has been created for those who would like to support with travel costs for her family and boyfriend as they accompany Marie Claire on her final journey home to Ireland, and help them navigate the many unexpected challenges that come with such an overwhelming loss.' They added: 'On behalf of the family, they would like to sincerely thank everyone for the incredible love and support they have received.' Tributes have flooded in for Ms Rogers, who was popular figure among the ladies GFA scene in Louth. She played Gaelic football with her local Naomh Fionnbarra club, who posted a heartfelt tribute stating: 'Our club and community are beyond shocked and saddened at the sudden passing of our cherished club member and friend, Marie Claire Rogers in Sydney, Australia. 'As her many friends, teammates, and colleagues come to terms with the devastating news, we offer our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the extended Rogers and Osborne families both at home and abroad.' Local club Dreadnots GFC, have also paid their respects to the young sportswoman. "We extend our heartfelt condolences to Andrew, Mary, Frances, Grace, Heather, the Roger's and Osborne families and to all at Naomh Fionnbarra on the sudden passing of Marie Claire," they said in a statement. "Marie Claire was a fantastic footballer who we were fortunate enough to have shared a field with as our underage teams amalgamated with Naomh Fionnbarra over the years," they added. "Not only a talented footballer Mariec caire was an amazing girl who will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know her." Colleague Eugene Meehan remembered Ms Rogers as a "compassionate and caring" nurse. "Marie Claire was a much respected and valued member of our nursing team," he said. "She was a warm, caring, compassionate nurse with a vibrant personalty and was extremely well liked by all who worked with her." Ms Rogers leaves behind her mother Mary, father Andrew, sisters Frances, Grace and Heather and her boyfriend Paraic. Funeral details have yet to be confirmed. See More: Australia, Fundraiser, Louth, Marie Claire Rogers, Sydney
The Irish Sun
30-04-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
‘True gem in this world' – Heartbreaking tributes for ‘extremely kind' Irish nurse, 24, who died on holiday in Australia
HEARTBREAKING tributes have poured in for an "extremely kind" young Irish nurse who died while on holiday in Australia. Marie Claire Rogers, 24, passed away in a Hospital on Monday morning after suffering from a short illness. 2 Marie Claire Rogers, 24, sadly passed away after a short illness in Australia Credit: RIP 2 The young woman has been remembered as a talented footballer and exceptional nurse Credit: Collect The passionate Gaelic footballer, who was from Togher in Co A notice online told how the beloved young woman will "dearly missed" by her mother Mary, father Andrew, sisters Frances Grace and Heather and her "beloved partner" Paraic. It added that Marie Claire will be mourned by her sisters partners Ger and Aidan, her best friend and cousin Roisin, he aunts, uncles, cousins and "many friends at home and abroad. A fundraiser has been launched to support with travel costs for Marie Claire's family and boyfriend as they accompany the tragic young woman on her final journey home to Ireland. READ MORE IRISH NEWS Tributes have poured in for the nurse, who was working in the Drogheda Department of Psychiatry at Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital. One mourner said: "Marie Claire showed the utmost care and compassion as a nurse — a truly beautiful soul whose presence will be sorely missed. "My thoughts and prayers are with all those who are grieving her loss." A coworker added: "An absolute pleasure to have worked alongside - she was extremely kind and always made time for everybody. She will be sorely missed, rest peacefully." MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN A third person said: "Marie Claire was one-of-a-kind, a true gem in this world. Such an amazing role model to those around her. "She was an exceptional nurse and had time for everyone. I will miss the laughs, fun and chats. "You were truly wonderful in every way Marie Claire rest in peace my angel." CLUB HEARTBREAK One pal remembered Marie Claire as a "talented footballer". The young woman, who dad is a prominent ladies football referee in Louth, played Gaelic with her local Naomh Fionnbarra club. The club, which held an evening in remembrance of Marie Claire yesterday evening, confirmed that all club activities will be suspended until 12pm today as a mark of respect. A statement added: "Marie Claire's passing has brought a wave of sorrow and grief across the community. "Offers and messages of support have been pouring in and are greatly appreciated." The ' Marie Claire's funeral details will be confirmed at a later date.
Irish Daily Mirror
29-04-2025
- Health
- Irish Daily Mirror
Fundraiser for Irish nurse who died suddenly in Australia sees huge support
A fundraiser launched for a young Irish nurse who died suddenly in Australia has seen an outpouring of support, with over €50,000 raised in a short few hours. Marie Claire Rogers sadly passed away in a hospital in Sydney last Monday at the age of 23, days after arriving in Australia to visit her sister Heather, who was on a year long break in the country with friends. It is understood that the recently qualified nurse became ill on Friday, with her condition worsening over the weekend. Friends said she was not feeling well on Friday and went to see a doctor. A blood test was performed and it was discovered she had leukaemia. The young County Louth ladies footballer was rushed into hospital for urgent treatment but her condition seriously deteriorated over the weekend and she tragically died on Monday morning. Marie Claire's parents, Andrew and Mary, had been travelling to see her but did not arrive before she passed away. A fundraiser has not been launched for Marie Claire to help support the travel costs to Australia for her family and boyfriend to accompany her on her 'final journey home', as well as to help with other unexpected expenses. 'As many of you know, our beloved Marie Claire Rogers tragically passed away unexpectedly while on holiday in Australia,' a post on GoFundMe, penned by Marie's family member, read. 'This GoFundMe page has been created for those who would like to support with travel costs for her family and boyfriend as they accompany Marie Claire on her final journey home to Ireland, and help them navigate the many unexpected challenges that come with such an overwhelming loss. 'On behalf of the family, they would like to sincerely thank everyone for the incredible love and support they have received.' Since being created on Tuesday morning, the GoFundMe has raised €52,077, far surpassing the initial €20,000 target. To donate to the fundraiser, click this link. Maire Claire played Gaelic football with her local Naomh Fionnbarra club, where her dad is also a prominent ladies football referee, with the club penning a heartfelt tribute on social media. In a statement published on Facebook Naomh Fionnbarra said: "Our club and community are beyond shocked and saddened at the sudden passing of our cherished club member and friend Marie Claire Rogers in Sydney, Australia. "As her many friends, team mates, and colleagues come to terms with the devastating news, we offer our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the extended Rogers and Osbourne families both at home and abroad. As a mark of respect to Marie Claire and her family, all club activities are suspended until 12 noon on Wednesday. "Marie Claire's passing has brought a wave of sorrow and grief across the community. Offers and messages of support have been pouring in and are greatly appreciated."
The Irish Sun
29-04-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
‘Beautiful girl' tributes as ‘amazing' Irish nurse, 23, dies suddenly 2 weeks after flying to Australia for family visit
A 23-year-old County Louth woman has died suddenly in Australia after a short illness. Keen Gaelic footballer and nurse Marie Claire Rogers passed away in a Advertisement 3 Marie Claire Rogers sadly passed away in Australia yesterday Credit: Collect from John Kierans 3 The young woman was a keen football player Credit: Collect from John Kierans She had only flown to Oz two weeks previously for a holiday to see her sister Heather, who has been living down under. It is understood she was skydiving with her sister and friends on Wednesday and took ill on Friday, with her condition deteriorating over the weekend. Her parents Andrew and Mary had only flown out to see her but she sadly passed away. The whole seaside Togher and Annagassen area of County Advertisement READ MORE IRISH NEWS Maire Claire played Gaelic football with her local Naomh Fionnbarra club and her dad is also a prominent ladies football referee in the Wee County. Heather had been living in Sydney for a year or so with a group of friends from the Togher area. In a statement published on Facebook Naomh Fionnbarra said: " Our club and community are beyond shocked and saddened at the sudden passing of our cherished club member and friend Marie Claire Rogers in Sydney, Australia. "As her many friends , team mates, and colleagues come to terms with the devastating news, we offer our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the extended Rogers and Osbourne families both at home and abroad. Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN "As a mark of respect to Marie Claire and her family, all club activities are suspended until 12 noon on Wednesday. "Marie Claire's passing has brought a wave of sorrow and grief across the community. "Offers and messages of support have been pouring in and are greatly appreciated." The club was also holding an evening of remembrance in honour of Maire Claire. Advertisement 'HER WHOLE LIFE AHEAD OF HER' In a tribute on "Maire Claire was the type of nurse that if you saw her in the ward you knew you would have a good day. "RIP Marie Claire I have nothing but amazing memories of you." Another Emily Doye said: "My heart goes out to Marie Claire's family and friends at this devastating news, such a beautiful young girl with her whole life ahead of her." Advertisement Apart from her parents Marie Claire is survived by her sisters Frances, Grace and Heather. A Go Fund page for the family has also been set up. 3 Naomh Fionnbarra club paid tribute to the young woman Credit: Collect from John Kierans
