Tributes paid to Irish runner (24) who died in Edinburgh Marathon
Olivia Touhy's (24) passing has shocked the tight-knit community in Ennis, where she hails from.
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In a moving tribute, her family said: "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''.
Tributes were also paid by Clare Ladies football. They 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.
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"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 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.
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Olivia is survived by her parents Kieran and Liz and her brother Stephen and his partner Laura, her partner Michael. No funeral arrangements have been made as yet.
Olivia's death comes as news that a female runner in the
Cork Marathon passed away
during the race on Sunday, June 1st.
The runner, understood to be a young woman aged in her late 20s, was close to the finish line on Patrick Street when they suffered a medical emergency and were attended by emergency services on the scene.
The incident occurred shortly after midday and Cork CityCouncil has since announced that the runner has passed away.
In a statement Cork City Council said: "Cork City Council is deeply saddened to confirm that a participant in the Cork City Marathon has tragically passed away.
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