TRIBUTES have been extended to Ennis nurse Olivia Tuohy who died suddenly while competing in the Edinburgh half-marathon.
Twenty four year old Olivia collapsed after participating in the half-marathon on Sunday last (May 25th). She was a student at Queen Margaret University in the Scottish city.
From the Tulla Rd in Ennis, she has been remembered as “a bright and beautiful spirit”.
An active and popular personality, Olivia played ladies football and camogie with Banner Ladies before relocating to Scotland. She was also a junior player with Ennis Lawn Tennis and Badminton Club.
In a statement, Clare LGFA said, “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”.
A minute’s silence was held before the meeting of Banner Ladies and Éire Óg in the Mothers and Others game last week with all Banner games observing a moment’s reflection for Olivia.
She is survived by her parents Kieran and Liz, her brother Stephen and her partner Michael.
Olivia will repose at home on Friday from 4pm until 8pm arriving at Ennis Cathedral on Saturday (7th June) for Funeral Mass at 11 am with burial afterwards in Drumcliffe Cemetery. Donations if desired to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust.
Separately, Ellen Cassidy (24) died in hospital on Sunday after becoming unwell at the finish line of the Cork City marathon.
Ms Cassidy, of Old Mallow Road in Co Cork, became ill at about 1pm on Sunday after she had finished the half marathon, which is part of the overall race, in Cork City centre.
She was tended to at the scene by medics before being transferred to Cork University Hospital by ambulance. She was pronounced dead a short while later.
