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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- General
- The Irish Sun
‘Devastated' family of woman, 24, who died after Cork marathon confirm funeral details and make ‘colourful outfit' plea
THE HEARTBROKEN family of a 24-year-old woman who died after falling ill during a marathon in Cork have confirmed she will be laid to rest on Thursday. Ellen Cassidy, 24, sadly passed away after falling ill at the finish line of the Advertisement In a heartbreaking funeral notice, her family said: "We are devastated to announce the tragic and sudden death of Ellen Cassidy on 1st June, 2025. A beautiful and amazing young lady. Ellen will be "forever loved and truly missed" by her mum, Vi, her dad, Tom, her sister, Mary, her brother, Charlie and her boyfriend, Rob. She will also be missed by her "beloved grandparents", Joan, Billy, Tom and the late Noreen. The talented young swimmer will also be deeply missed by her coaches, teachers and work colleagues. Advertisement READ MORE IN NEWS Ellen will repose in her home on Wednesday from 5pm to 7pm. Requiem Mass will be held at 2pm on Thursday in The Church of the Annunciation at Blackpool in The family has asked all ladies who are attending the funeral to wear "their most colourful outfit" and bring a flower if they wish to do so. The tragic runner has been remembered as "a true ray of sunshine" and "a genuine girl" in heartbreaking tributes that have been pouring in. Advertisement Most read in Irish News Breaking Exclusive A mourner said: "Our deepest condolences on the heartbreaking passing of your beautiful girl, Ellen. "She has left a legacy behind that will always be remembered, a shining star - such a gifted young lady, taken too soon. There are no words for your loss. 'ABSOLUTLEY ONE OF A KIND' A close friend wrote: "Absolutely heartbroken over Ellen's passing. "She was not only an amazing friend but somebody I always looked up to both inside and outside the pool. She was always kind, helpful and humble. Advertisement "I will never forget the laughs and fun we had together. We started off as team mates and ended up as friends, I will treasure that friendship forever. "Ellen was a genuine girl who always had time for every single person she met and never failed to put a smile on peoples' faces. "She will be truly loved and missed by every single person she ever met. Her achievements speak for themselves and show that she was absolutely one of a kind." Advertisement Ellen was a champion She was an inspiration to everyone she met" Swim Munster In a tribute paid by the club, they said: "Ellen swam through life with grace, strength and passion. Your smile and your drive will never be forgotten. "Our deepest condolences to all the Cassidy family and friends." A spokesperson for Swim Munster paid tribute to Ellen: "Swim Munster is deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Ellen Cassidy yesterday. Advertisement "Ellen swan with Dolphin Swimming Club, "She was an inspiration to everyone she met and dedicated to her sport of swimming and the promotion of it, most recently as Joint Chairperson of the UCC Swimming Club and the organization of the Inter Varsities Swimming Championship in Cork in 2024." Ellen had competed on behalf of her club, Munster and Ireland at the She had also been on a UCC Emerging Talent programme and represented Ireland at the international schools level. Advertisement 1 Ellen Cassidy tragically passed away after a marathon in Cork City Credit:
Belfast Telegraph
4 days ago
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Tributes paid to woman who died following Cork marathon
Ellen Cassidy, 24, a talented swimmer, fell ill at the event on Sunday, which included a full marathon, half marathon and 10k race. She was taken to hospital but later died. We need your consent to load this Social Media content. We use a number of different Social Media outlets to manage extra content that can set cookies on your device and collect data about your activity. In a statement, Cork City Council expressed deep sadness over her passing. Lord Mayor of Cork, Dan Boyle has offered his sincere condolences to Ellen's family and friends. 'We extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and all who knew Ellen,' he said. 'Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.' Dolphin Swimming Club expressed deepest condolences to Ms Cassidy's family. 'Ellen swam through life with grace, strength and passion. Your smile and your drive will never be forgotten,' they said. 'Our deepest condolences to all the Cassidy family and friends.' Swim Munster said Ms Cassidy had competed for Ireland as well as the University of Cork. 'Swim Munster is deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Ellen Cassidy yesterday,' they said. 'Ellen swan with Dolphin Swimming Club, University of Cork Swimming Club, Munster Regional Squad and represented Ireland at European Junior Championships. 'She was an inspiration to everyone she met and dedicated to her sport of swimming and the promotion of it, most recently as Joint Chairperson of the UCC Swimming Club and the organisation of the Inter Varsities Swimming Championship in Cork in 2024. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with her mother Violet, father Tom, sister Mary and brother Charlie, her family, friends, and all who knew her during this difficult time.'
Sunday World
4 days ago
- Sport
- Sunday World
Funeral details announced for Ellen Cassidy (24) who died running Cork half marathon
'Your smile and drive will never be forgotten' – writes Ms Cassidy's swim club in tribute The funeral details for Ellen Cassidy, of Carhoo, Mallow Road in Cork, who died while running the Cork half marathon on Sunday have been announced. Ms Cassidy's family have requested that all ladies wear their most colourful outfit for the funeral. 'Bring a flower also if your heart desires,' said the death notice. She will repose at her home on Wednesday from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Her requiem mass will take place on Thursday in the Church of the Annunciation, Blackpool at 11am, and will be followed by her burial at St Catherine's Cemetery, in Kilcully. 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. She joined Dolphin Swimming Club in Mayfield on the northside of Cork city at the age of nine. She competed with distinction on behalf of her club, Munster and Ireland. She also broke a large number of club records for Dolphin where she was a former 'Swimmer of the Year' and team captain. Tributes were paid to the young woman by the Dolphin Swimming Club, where she served as club captain from 2017 to 2019. 'Ellen swam through life with grace, strength, and passion. Your smile, and your drive will never be forgotten,' the club said in a statement. 'Our deepest condolences to all the Cassidy's family and friends.' When Ms Cassidy represented Ireland at a swimming meet in Luxembourg in January 2018, the club described her as 'such a positive role model for all our younger swimmers'. Tributes were also paid by others in the Irish swimming community, including from Sundays Well Swimming Club based in Douglas, Cork. 'Our swimming community is deeply saddened by Ellen's passing. Her spirit, dedication and friendship touched us all,' the club wrote in a statement on social media. 'We send our heartfelt condolences to everyone at Dolphin Swimming Club from all at Sundays Well Swimming Club.' Pictured: Ellen Cassidy 'swam through life with grace, strength, and passion', tributes read The Fermoy Swimming Club said it is 'deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ellen Cassidy' and expressed condolences to her family, friends and all who knew her. 'Ellen always had a smile for everyone she met and was an inspiration to all, both inside and outside the swimming community. May her beautiful soul rest in peace.' Ms Cassidy competed in swimming for Munster as well as Ireland, with Swim Munster describing her in a tribute as an 'inspiration to everyone she met'. 'Swim Munster is deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Ellen Cassidy yesterday,' a statement read. 'Ellen swan with Dolphin Swimming Club, University of Cork Swimming Club, Munster Regional Squad and represented Ireland at European Junior Championships. 'She was an inspiration to everyone she met and dedicated to her sport of swimming and the promotion of it, most recently as Joint Chairperson of the UCC Swimming Club and the organisation of the Inter Varsities Swimming Championship in Cork in 2024. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with her mother Violet, father Tom, sister Mary and brother Charlie, her family, friends, and all who knew her, during this difficult time.' Shock Christine O'Donoghue, from Blarney, Co Cork, was waiting for her own daughter Shannon (26) to finish the half marathon, when she realised an emergency was taking place on Sunday. 'The finish line is near Penneys,' Ms O'Donoghue said. 'My daughter's friend was tracking her on an app and we knew she was near the finish. But the next thing all we could hear was one of the medical team shouting 'AED, AED [Automated External Defibrillator].' They needed a defibrillator. 'The medical team dealt with it amazingly. I could see them all running but not in a panicked way. And the ambulance came within less than five minutes. 'A steward guided the runners to the other side of the road. We were in shock. My daughter then finished the race 10 minutes later. I started bawling when I saw her coming. 'But then I thought [of the person] who was probably standing, waiting for that girl to reach the finish line.' Ms O'Donoghue said it was heartbreaking that an event where 'such humanity' had been on show, with runners and the crowd supporting each other, that a tragedy would then unfold. Cork city Green Party councillor Oliver Moran, a participant in the half marathon, said: 'It's tragic news to hear after an event that was so heartwarming in other respects. The day was beautiful and the residents and volunteers who came out to support the participants were wonderful. 'Hearing the news emerge after the race finish, when we should all be cheering together, was so saddening. I'm sure the thoughts of everyone who took part alongside the woman are with her friends and family now. 'Just yesterday, I attended a launch of new equipment for the St John's Ambulance with two councillor colleagues, who were also running in the marathon. It was a reminder then about the role those services play in an event like this and I understand the young woman was treated at the finish line by emergency services.' Ellen Cassidy News in 90 seconds - June 2nd In a statement issued on Monday morning, Cork City Council said: 'Cork City Council is deeply saddened at the passing of Ellen Cassidy, a participant of yesterday's Cork City Marathon.' The Lord Mayor of Cork, councillor Dan Boyle offered his 'sincere condolences' to Ms Cassidy's family and friends. 'We extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and all who knew Ellen. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time,' he said. Over 11,000 runners participated in the full Cork City Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K events. **This article was amended on June 2, 2025 to correct the address of Ellen Cassidy.
Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Funeral details announced for Ellen Cassidy (24) who died running Cork City Marathon event
Ms Cassidy's family have requested that all ladies wear their most colourful outfit for the funeral. 'Bring a flower also if your heart desires,' said the death notice. She will repose at her home on Wednesday from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Her requiem mass will take place on Thursday in the Church of the Annunciation, Blackpool at 11am, and will be followed by her burial at St Catherine's Cemetery, in Kilcully. 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. She joined Dolphin Swimming Club in Mayfield on the northside of Cork city at the age of nine. She competed with distinction on behalf of her club, Munster and Ireland. She also broke a large number of club records for Dolphin where she was a former 'Swimmer of the Year' and team captain. Tributes were paid to the young woman by the Dolphin Swimming Club, where she served as club captain from 2017 to 2019. 'Ellen swam through life with grace, strength, and passion. Your smile, and your drive will never be forgotten,' the club said in a statement. 'Our deepest condolences to all the Cassidy's family and friends.' ADVERTISEMENT When Ms Cassidy represented Ireland at a swimming meet in Luxembourg in January 2018, the club described her as 'such a positive role model for all our younger swimmers'. Tributes were also paid by others in the Irish swimming community, including from Sundays Well Swimming Club based in Douglas, Cork. 'Our swimming community is deeply saddened by Ellen's passing. Her spirit, dedication and friendship touched us all,' the club wrote in a statement on social media. 'We send our heartfelt condolences to everyone at Dolphin Swimming Club from all at Sundays Well Swimming Club.' The Fermoy Swimming Club said it is 'deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ellen Cassidy' and expressed condolences to her family, friends and all who knew her. 'Ellen always had a smile for everyone she met and was an inspiration to all, both inside and outside the swimming community. May her beautiful soul rest in peace.' Ms Cassidy competed in swimming for Munster as well as Ireland, with Swim Munster describing her in a tribute as an 'inspiration to everyone she met'. 'Swim Munster is deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Ellen Cassidy yesterday,' a statement read. 'Ellen swan with Dolphin Swimming Club, University of Cork Swimming Club, Munster Regional Squad and represented Ireland at European Junior Championships. 'She was an inspiration to everyone she met and dedicated to her sport of swimming and the promotion of it, most recently as Joint Chairperson of the UCC Swimming Club and the organisation of the Inter Varsities Swimming Championship in Cork in 2024. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with her mother Violet, father Tom, sister Mary and brother Charlie, her family, friends, and all who knew her, during this difficult time.' Shock Christine O'Donoghue, from Blarney, Co Cork, was waiting for her own daughter Shannon (26) to finish the half marathon, when she realised an emergency was taking place on Sunday. 'The finish line is near Penneys,' Ms O'Donoghue said. 'My daughter's friend was tracking her on an app and we knew she was near the finish. But the next thing all we could hear was one of the medical team shouting 'AED, AED [Automated External Defibrillator].' They needed a defibrillator. 'The medical team dealt with it amazingly. I could see them all running but not in a panicked way. And the ambulance came within less than five minutes. 'A steward guided the runners to the other side of the road. We were in shock. My daughter then finished the race 10 minutes later. I started bawling when I saw her coming. 'But then I thought [of the person] who was probably standing, waiting for that girl to reach the finish line.' Ms O'Donoghue said it was heartbreaking that an event where 'such humanity' had been on show, with runners and the crowd supporting each other, that a tragedy would then unfold. Cork city Green Party councillor Oliver Moran, a participant in the half marathon, said: 'It's tragic news to hear after an event that was so heartwarming in other respects. The day was beautiful and the residents and volunteers who came out to support the participants were wonderful. 'Hearing the news emerge after the race finish, when we should all be cheering together, was so saddening. I'm sure the thoughts of everyone who took part alongside the woman are with her friends and family now. 'Just yesterday, I attended a launch of new equipment for the St John's Ambulance with two councillor colleagues, who were also running in the marathon. It was a reminder then about the role those services play in an event like this and I understand the young woman was treated at the finish line by emergency services.' In a statement issued on Monday morning, Cork City Council said: 'Cork City Council is deeply saddened at the passing of Ellen Cassidy, a participant of yesterday's Cork City Marathon.' The Lord Mayor of Cork, councillor Dan Boyle offered his 'sincere condolences' to Ms Cassidy's family and friends. 'We extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and all who knew Ellen. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time,' he said. Over 11,000 runners participated in the full Cork City Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K events.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Heartbreak after two young Irish runners die at separate half marathons in Cork and Edinburgh as tributes pour in
TWO RUNNERS tragically passed away after collapsing during separate half marathons held in two different European cities. Ellen Cassidy, 24, and Olivia Tuohy, 24, sadly passed away after participating in the half marathon in the Ellen became ill at around 1pm after she had finished the half-marathon event in Cork City yesterday. She was tended to at the scene by paramedics before being transferred to Cork University Ellen was a champion In a tribute paid by the club, they said: "Ellen swam through life with grace, strength and passion. Your smile and your drive will never be forgotten. READ MORE IN NEWS "Our deepest condolences to all the Cassidy family and friends." A spokesperson for Swim Munster paid tribute to Ellen: "Swim Munster is deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Ellen Cassidy yesterday. "Ellen swan with Dolphin Swimming Club, "She was an inspiration to everyone she met and dedicated to her sport of swimming and the promotion of it, most recently as Joint Chairperson of the UCC Swimming Club and the organization of the Inter Varsities Swimming Championship in Cork in 2024." Most read in Irish News Ellen had competed on behalf of her club, Munster and Ireland at the She had also been on a UCC Emerging Talent programme and represented Ireland at the international schools level. 'HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES' Honore Kamegni, Deputy Lord Mayor of Cork, added: "My heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones." Elsewhere, Olivia Tuohy tragically passed away after taking part in the Edinburgh half marathon on Sunday, May 25. The Irish athlete was a student at Queen Margaret University on the outskirts of the capital. The news of her tragic passing has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit community in Ennis, Co 'BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL SPIRIT' In a moving tribute paid by her heartbroken family, they said: "Olivia, a bright and beautiful spirit, passed away on 25 May 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 heartbroken parents, Kieran and Liz; her brother Stephen and his partner Laura; her loving partner Michael and his parents Maria-Elena and Steven; her aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbours, and her friends both in Ireland and Edinburgh." Tributes were also paid by the Clare Ladies 'VIBRANT SPIRIT' They wrote: "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." The Banner Ladies football club, for whom she also played, said: "We wish to express our sadness at the passing of our friend and former teammate, Olivia Tuohy, daughter of Liz and Kieran. "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." A minute's silence was observed at all games in Clare yesterday. No 2 Ellen Cassidy tragically passed away after participating in the Cork City Marathon Credit: Dolphin Swimming Club 2 Olivia Tuohy passed away during the race in Edinburgh on May 25 Credit: Facebook
