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In memory of the sudden passing of Tipperary hurler Dillon Quirk very last evening.
The 24-yr-aged fell ill during a match for his club, Kronorty Rossmore, in the Tipperary Senior Hurling Championship at Semple Stadium and died just before currently being taken to clinic.
Tipperary All-Eire profitable supervisor Liam Sheedy, who gave Kirk his county senior debut in the league in January 2020, reported: Whilst presenting his “ideas and prayers” to the Kirk spouse and children, he expressed his sympathy.
“Dillon is a smashing figure on and off the pitch, and the entire GAA loved ones is numbed by tonight’s news.”
GAA President Larry McCarthy mentioned:
“He was a youthful gentleman in his key with so significantly probable and probable. On behalf of the GAA spouse and children, our condolences to Dillon’s mother and father, Dan and Hazel, and his sisters, Shannon and Kelly. I would like to categorical my sincerest apologies for the unimaginably hard moments.”
GPA tweeted:
“We can not envision your agony, but we will walk with you and guidance you in any way we can. Relaxation in peace Dillon. We mourn your decline and celebrate your daily life. You. can remain youthful permanently.”
Dillon Quirke’s loved ones, good friends and teammates are a top rated priority in the hearts of players across Eire.
We can’t consider your agony, but we will stroll with you and support you in any way we can.
Relaxation in peace Dillon. We mourn your decline and celebrate your lifestyle. Stay youthful forever💔 pic.twitter.com/zi5CikQTAN
—GPA (@gaelicplayers) August 6, 2022
Tipperary All-Eire profitable midfielder Shane McGrath also paid out tribute, describing him as a “excellent talent who just retains obtaining improved”. Insensitive.Terrific expertise who retains acquiring improved and much better for the club and county.All ideas and prayers with his loved ones and pals at @ClonRossGAA.Heaven’s bed to Dillon.
Dillon Quirk obituary. The suggestion sports activities neighborhood is numb. A wonderful expertise who retains acquiring far better and improved for the club and county.All thoughts and prayers are with his spouse and children and friends @ClonRossGAAMattress in heaven to Dillon.
— Shane McGrath (@Shaneytweet)
Conall Bonner, an additional former Tipperary All-Eire winner, referred to “a wonderful hurler” and “a wonderful youthful male”.
Tonight I was shocked to listen to the information that Dillon Quirk passed absent.I try to remember a excellent hurler and a attractive younger man in the club and county.My condolences to his dad and mom, Dan and Hazel, his household, mates and his club. @ClonRossGAA may well he rest in peace
— Conal Bonnar (@ConalBonnar) August 5, 2022
Taoiseach Micheal Martin mentioned he was “shocked and saddened” by Quirke’s loss of life, though Secretary of State for Sports Jack Chambers stated he was “a remarkable sporting talent at this sort of a young age”.
We are stunned and saddened by the passing of Dillon Quirke.
My deepest condolences to his family, close friends, teammates and the total Tipperary group. https://t.co/j6URgD6yIC
— Michael Martin (@MichealMartinTD) August 6, 2022
I am deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of Dillon Quark.
Incredible sports activities talent, but as well youthful. my thoughts are with his spouse and children, @TipperaryGAA and the @ClonRossGAA neighborhood currently.— Jack Chambers TD (@jackfchambers) August 6, 2022
President Michael D. Higgins claimed, “It was an immeasurable loss, not just to his spouse and children and friends, but to his whole group to whom he produced this sort of a contribution.”
As President of Eire, I would like to categorical my deepest condolences on the passing of Mr Dillon Kirk. This is an immeasurable reduction not only to his household and close friends, but to the whole community to which he has created this kind of contributions. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
— President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) August 6, 2022
The West Tipperary GAA Board and Tipperary Camogie Board, which canceled all game titles this weekend, expressed their “deepest sympathy” just after the tragedy.
West Board extends its deepest condolences to the people of Kirk and Friday and the people of Chronulty/Rosmore on the unfortunate passing of Dillon Quirk.
— West Tipperary GAA (@WestTipperaryGAA) August 5, 2022
Tipperary Camogie extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and teammates of Dillon Qwark on his tragic passing. I would like to condolences from the bottom of my coronary heart. @ClonRossGAAOut of regard, all Camogie video games scheduled for this weekend have been cancelled.
— Tipperary Camogie (@camogietipp) August 5, 2022
Many golf equipment in the Tipperary region also extended their condolences to the Kirk family members and the Clonalty Rossmore GAA Club.
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Boris Airey
Borris-Ileigh GAA extends its deepest condolences to Quirke’s relatives, mates and all associated. @ClonRossGAA Local community on Dillon’s tragic passing. A noble youth in his primary who lit up the club and county fields.
May well his soul be in the proper hand of God. pic.twitter.com/GCorGIqgQk
— Boris Airy GAA (@Borris_GAA) August 5, 2022
golden killer
Everyone @GoldenKilfeacle My deepest condolences to Dillon’s family members, pals, teammates, mentors and anyone associated. @ClonRossGAA About tonight’s incredibly tragic information. May well he rest in peace 🙏
— Golden Kilfeacle GAA (@GoldenKilfeacle) August 5, 2022
Kiruan McDonald’s
Dillon Quirk’s tragic passing devastates absolutely everyone at Kiruan McDonough’s Club. Condolences to Dillon’s Spouse and children & @ClonRossGAA
God bless and comfort and ease his relatives and mates.✝️
There are no words and phrases 💔💔
May well His Majesty’s mild glow upon him. pic.twitter.com/YCJmZVMCwW— Kiruan McDonagh (@MacDonaghsGAA) August 5, 2022
what to deliver
Toomevara GAA extends its deepest condolences to the family members of Dillon Quirke who regrettably passed away tonight.Also my condolences to his teammates and absolutely everyone @ClonRossGAA .
to the proper of his soul.— Toomevara GAA (@ToomeGAA) August 5, 2022
newport
All people at Newport GAA @TulachSheasta1 My deepest condolences to Dillon Quirk’s spouse and children, close friends, teammates and everybody concerned. @ClonRossGAA About tonight’s tragic information. Our ideas and prayers are with all of you.
RIP Dillon🙏
— Newport GAA (@TulachSheasta1) August 5, 2022
Moyle Rovers
My deepest condolences to Dillon’s family, mates, teammates, mentors and all people concerned. @ClonRossGAA About tonight’s extremely tragic news. Might Dillon relaxation in peace.
— Moyle Rovers GAA (@moyleroversclub) August 5, 2022