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Sunday World
2 days ago
- General
- Sunday World
Tributes paid to young Irishwoman who died during Edinburgh Half Marathon
Olivia Tuohy from Ennis, Co Clare had been studying at Queen Margaret University in the Scottish capital before her passing A Clare woman has passed away while taking part in the Edinburgh half marathon. Olivia Tuohy, aged 24, from Ennis, Co Clare, was studying in Edinburgh before her untimely death. In a tribute posted on Olivia is described as a 'bright and beautiful spirit'. The full tribute reads: 'Olivia, a bright and beautiful spirit, passed away on May 25 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 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.' Olivia Tuohy, 24. Image: News in 90 Seconds - 3rd June 2025 The 24-year-old was studying at Queen Margaret University in the Scottish capital before her passing. An avid Gaelic football player, tributes have poured in for Olivia across Clare from her previous teams and others. Clare Ladies Gaelic Football Club expressed their sadness in a post on Facebook: 'We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Olivia Tuohy. Her kindness, warmth, and vibrant spirit touched so many lives on and off the football field, and her absence will be felt profoundly. 'Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to her family, friends, her partner and all who loved her during this difficult time. May she rest in peace.' Banner Ladies Football Club also shared their condolences to Olivia's family through Facebook. 'We wish to express our sadness at the passing of our friend and former teammate Olivia Tuohy, daughter of Liz and Kieran,' the club said. '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.' Details of the funeral have not yet been announced, however, the family is requesting donations, if desired, be sent to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. Ms Tuohy's passing is the second death of a young Irish woman while taking part in running events over the past week. On Sunday, Ellen Cassidy, of Carhoo, Mallow Road in Cork died while taking part in the Cork Half Marathon. Emergency service workers fought to save the life of the 24-year-old who collapsed 'seconds from the finish line' on St Patrick's Street on Sunday. Ms Cassidy was taken to Cork University Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. The young woman was a graduate of University College Cork. She was also a former student of St Angela's College on Patrick's Hill in the city. Ms Cassidy was a keen swimmer who participated in numerous competitions over the years both in Ireland and overseas.
The Irish Sun
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Funeral details confirmed for ‘truly cherished' Meath grandmother killed in weekend crash as tributes pour in
THE funeral details have been confirmed for a 'cherished' mum and grandmother who passed away in a collision over the weekend. Theresa Morgan died after she was Advertisement The incident occurred on the Now, her devastated Taking to the family wrote: "We are saddened to announce the passing of Theresa, who died tragically following an accident. "May Theresa Rest In Peace". Advertisement READ MORE IN IRISH NEWS She is predeceased by her parents Tom and Elizabeth. Theresa is survived by her daughter Denise, sons Tony and David, their father Noel and her partner Pat. She will also be missed by her son in law Martin, daughter in law Jennifer and her grandchildren Jack, Rose, Emily and Penny. She will also be missed by her siblings Jimmy, David, Martin, Michael, Dessie, Aidan, Brendan, Tommy, Stephen Janet and Alicia, her brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and wide circle of friends. Advertisement Most read in Irish News Exclusive Theresa also leaves behind her beloved dog Milo. The much loved woman will repose at her son Tony's house on Thursday May 29 from 4pm until 8pm. Gardai and RSA measures aimed at driving crash deaths on Irish roads The removal will then take place on Friday morning to The Church Of The Immaculate Conception Ashbourne, arriving for 11am Mass. She will then be buried afterwards in St. Declan's Cemetery. Advertisement The mass will be livestreamed Moving tributes have poured in for Theresa ahead of her funeral mass later this week. One person said: "So sorry to learn of Theresa's passing. Condolences to Denise and all the family. "She's a great loss to them and the community. May she rest in the eternal peace of heaven." Advertisement Another person added: "A lovely kind lady who will be so missed." 'SOMEONE YOU COULD RELY ON' A friend added: "Feeling blessed to have had Theresa in our lives for so long. We have always shared lots of laughs and have had some lovely memories down through the years. "Theresa was a kind and warm lady who always spoke lovingly about her children and grandchildren." In a resounding tribute another dear friend of the beloved mother and grandmother said they were "blessed" to have known her. Advertisement They said: "Trasna (lovingly known by our family) was truly cherished. "Her unconditional love & kindness towards us all will always be remembered. "We were blessed to have her in our lives. Someone everyone could rely on and nothing was ever a hassle. We Love you Trasna." Another person simply added: "Such a tragedy." Advertisement 1 Theresa Morgan died in after she was struck by a car over the weekend Credit:
Sunday World
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Tributes paid to popular young man who had a love for ‘cutting hair, fizzy sweets and a pint of Guinness'
The popular young man, who was a much loved former student at Enniscorthy Community College and a talented barber, sadly passed away on Friday, May 16. St Aidan's Cathedral was awash with the colour red as the loved ones of Mark Fortune donned jerseys emblazoned with his name on the back, at his funeral service this week. The popular young man, who was a much loved former student at Enniscorthy Community College and a talented barber, sadly passed away on Friday, May 16. The service began with family members and friends bringing a number of his possessions to the altar which represented his life. Amongst the items were FIFA and darts equipment as he was a big fan of sports, his beloved guitar to make music, his car keys, and a family photo. On behalf of the family, the priest spoke about Mark's life and the vast impact he had on those around him. "Mark was a very caring person. He helped everyone, more than himself and put everyone before himself. He was big into his fitness and loved going to the gym and had a love for the ice bath saunas. He had a love for cutting hair, his fizzy sweets, and loved a pint of Guinness with a packet of nuts in Donohoes.' "He would rock into Donohoes bar with his bike where he would have a big chain on it that would hold a boat down in the dock,' he said to resounding laughs from his loved ones in the pews. 'He would go in for his two pints, but if he met his brother Glenn that maybe turned into seven or eight pints.' He detailed how Mark was respected as a great musician who loved nothing more than to play his guitar and write a few songs, when he wasn't playing his beloved games of darts. "He also loved to play darts at his sister Lisa's house and they nearly had to put him on the rent book as he was there so much.' He also painted a vivid picture of the 'FIFA King's' effervescent personality that brought joy where ever he went. Despite always having something to give out about when his sister Ashling cooked dinner for him, leading to many arguments, he had great love for all his family members and his great friend Glenn Buckley who was always by his side. A complete character, he had his own memorable phrases to all who knew him, including his habit of saying 'beautiful, son' whenever something good happened. Ajax Athletic Football Club wrote a tribute to Mark on their social media page, thanking him for bringing energy and music to their long rides to matches. "Mark will never be forgotten for his guitar playing on the bus with our run of seven away games to the semi-finals of the Leinster Junior Shield, where he brought great times and memories to us all.' Fellow mourners took to to leave messages about his kindness and unwavering sense of humour. One mourner wrote: 'I have very fond memories of Mark in EVC. Such a kind, gentle young man with a warm smile for everyone. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.' Another read: 'What a lovely friendly chap we are all going to miss you coming in for your kinder Bueno Sundae and having the laugh with you. May you get the best bed up there.' A further tribute read: 'Rest in peace friend, my heart is absolutely broken, you were one in a million. I'll never forget everything you did for me.' Beloved son of Anne and James, much loved brother of Paul, Glenn, Lisa, Nigel, and Ashling, and cherished grandson of Margaret and the late James (Cowman), Annie and James (Fortune), Mark is also deeply mourned and sadly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Irish Independent
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Tributes paid to popular young Wexford man who had a love for ‘cutting hair, fizzy sweets and a pint of Guinness'
The popular young man, who was a much loved former student at Enniscorthy Community College and a talented barber, sadly passed away on Friday, May 16. The service began with family members and friends bringing a number of his possessions to the altar which represented his life. Amongst the items were FIFA and darts equipment as he was a big fan of sports, his beloved guitar to make music, his car keys, and a family photo. On behalf of the family, the priest spoke about Mark's life and the vast impact he had on those around him. "Mark was a very caring person. He helped everyone, more than himself and put everyone before himself. He was big into his fitness and loved going to the gym and had a love for the ice bath saunas. He had a love for cutting hair, his fizzy sweets, and loved a pint of Guinness with a packet of nuts in Donohoes.' "He would rock into Donohoes bar with his bike where he would have a big chain on it that would hold a boat down in the dock,' he said to resounding laughs from his loved ones in the pews. 'He would go in for his two pints, but if he met his brother Glenn that maybe turned into seven or eight pints.' He detailed how Mark was respected as a great musician who loved nothing more than to play his guitar and write a few songs, when he wasn't playing his beloved games of darts. "He also loved to play darts at his sister Lisa's house and they nearly had to put him on the rent book as he was there so much.' He also painted a vivid picture of the 'FIFA King's' effervescent personality that brought joy where ever he went. Despite always having something to give out about when his sister Ashling cooked dinner for him, leading to many arguments, he had great love for all his family members and his great friend Glenn Buckley who was always by his side. A complete character, he had his own memorable phrases to all who knew him, including his habit of saying 'beautiful, son' whenever something good happened. ADVERTISEMENT Ajax Athletic Football Club wrote a tribute to Mark on their social media page, thanking him for bringing energy and music to their long rides to matches. "Mark will never be forgotten for his guitar playing on the bus with our run of seven away games to the semi-finals of the Leinster Junior Shield, where he brought great times and memories to us all.' Fellow mourners took to to leave messages about his kindness and unwavering sense of humour. One mourner wrote: 'I have very fond memories of Mark in EVC. Such a kind, gentle young man with a warm smile for everyone. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.' Another read: 'What a lovely friendly chap we are all going to miss you coming in for your kinder Bueno Sundae and having the laugh with you. May you get the best bed up there.' A further tribute read: 'Rest in peace friend, my heart is absolutely broken, you were one in a million. I'll never forget everything you did for me.' Beloved son of Anne and James, much loved brother of Paul, Glenn, Lisa, Nigel, and Ashling, and cherished grandson of Margaret and the late James (Cowman), Annie and James (Fortune), Mark is also deeply mourned and sadly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Irish Independent
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Eleven counties have more ‘voters' than adults living in them as dysfunctional state of national register outlined
The eleven worst offenders comprise: Sligo (111.8pc), Donegal (107.5), Leitrim (106.2), Longford (105.3), Monaghan (104.1), Galway county (101.8), Cork county (101.4), Westmeath (101.2), Carlow (101), Cavan (100.9) and Mayo (100.4). The bloated registers -- of people who are dead, have been duplicated in the system or have emigrated -- are replicated across the country. None of the local authorities has an accurate register, the Electoral Commission said today, making all election turnout figures meaningless. Now the Electoral Commission wants a drive from local authorities to clear up their registers as much as possible in time for the November presidential election. It means that many people can expect emails and letters asking for clarification or extra detail in relation to registrations. Electoral commission chief, Art O'Leary, said he has been receiving two polling cards "every election" for the people who lived before in his house. He said he had sent them back to the local authority -- and encouraged all others who do so -- and did not expect to receive them again for the Presidential poll. At the launch of a report outlining the "shoddy" nature of the nation's registers, it was admitted that some councils are checking or listening to death announcements on the radio. Others use field officers, but there is still a reluctance to delete emigrants who might be coming back. Australia has just announced a new record of over 100,000 Irish-born residents. "We don't believe any of the registers are sufficiently accurate," said Tim Casey of the Commission, which is not yet tasked with, or seeking, the creation of a national register. Only the four Dublin local authorities "talk to each other" in terms of the transfer of elector addresses, but the others do not. A new project aims to have all the local government electoral registers in the one place by the end of next year, but this "will not solve the problem of itself." In recent years, local authorities have been seeking PPS numbers, dates of birth and Eircodes from people seeking to register for the first time. There was controversy on LiveLine two years ago over the demand for "confidential" information, and the provision of a PPS number is not mandatory. People can still register on a "manual route" involving the Gardaí. Since October 2022, only an individual themselves can register. In the past postal information was sought from addresses -- an anonymous return system which led in some cases to the registration of household pets. "In future the cat will have to have a PPS number," remarked Art O'Leary of the Commission.
