Tributes have been pouring in for little Grace Mahon after her tragic death in May
The heartbroken parents of a "beautiful" and "kind" little girl have made a touching request as they prepare to lay the youngster to rest at her funeral this week.has been rocked by the tragic death of a "wonderful" girl, aged just 10, with tributes for her flooding in.
Little Grace Mahon sadly died on Saturday . She is survived by her loving parents Dave and Kara and older brother Noah. As her family prepare for her funeral at St. Cyprian's Church, Screen on Friday morning, her devastated parents have issued a request for attendees,"We will celebrate Grace's life in vivid colour, so no black clothes please," reads the request on Grace's death notice on RIP.ie.
They have also asked for anyone wishing to buy flowers to instead consider donating to an animal charity in her memory. Grace certainly made her mark during her 10 heartbreakingly short years. Testament to just how special a little girl she was, local sports clubs have posted touching tributes to her on social media over the last few days.
Shelmalier Ladies Football Club, Co. Wexford, said it was "heartbroken" at Grace's passing and stated how the club was "extremely lucky to have known her".
"All of us in Shelmalier Ladies Football Club are heartbroken to share the tragic and sudden passing of our beautiful 10 year old club member, Grace Mahon. "The entire Shelmalier community is completely devastated. Grace loved being over in Hollymount, surrounded by her teammates and friends. A cherished little girl, who brought such joy to our club.
We are extremely lucky to have known her.
"There are simply no words suitable at a time of such devastating loss. To Grace’s dad Dave, her mam Kara and her big brother Noah we are thinking of you, praying for you and sending love to you all. We also wish to express our heartfelt condolences to the extended Mahon and Bannon families.
"During this unimaginably difficult time, our priority as a club and a community is to support her family, her friends, her young teammates and her coaches. May Grace’s beautiful soul fly high with the angel.
" the club added. "There are no words that can ease the heartbreak of losing such a beautiful young girl. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, teammates, coaches, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
"May her name never be forgotten, and may her spirit live on in every sliotar struck, every jersey worn, and every young player who follows in her footsteps. Though her time was far too short, the joy, laughter, and kindness she brought to others will remain forever.
"May she forever be remembered, forever be cherished, and forever be part of the camogie community she loved so much. Rest in peace, little angel," said one person. A teacher said: "I am so sorry for your loss of the wonderful Grace. Grace was the kindest girl, often looking after younger pupils on the playground.
She brought in a beautiful alphabet poster for the pupils in my class, showing her caring nature. The whole school community will miss Grace deeply.
" A third person wrote: "I am heartbroken to hear the news of Grace's passing. What a beautiful bundle of joy she was, and a privilege to have known. Always bursting with creativity and ideas. Thinking of all her family and friends at this sad time.
Sending strength and love. "
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