Edinburgh university bosses in tribute to young woman who died during marathon
Bosses from Queen Margaret University have paid tribute to a young woman who passed away while running in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival
Olivia Tuohy, 24, tragically died after participating in the Edinburgh Half Marathon on Sunday, May 25.
The Irish runner was a graduate of Queen Margaret University and her alma mater spoke on the news following Olivia's passing.
A spokesperson from Queen Margaret University, said: 'We are deeply saddened by the tragic news of the passing of Olivia Tuohy, graduate of Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh.
"The QMU community send their heartfelt condolences to Olivia's friends and family at this extremely sad and difficult time."
Earlier this week, Olivia's loved ones released a death notice to pay tribute. It read: "Olivia, a bright and beautiful spirit, passed away on the 25th 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 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 was from Ennis in County Clare, located in the Midwest of Ireland. She was part of the Clare Ladies Gaelic Football, which also shared tributes for their sadly departed teammate.
An announcement from the club stated: "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."
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