Padraig Rafferty, a schoolboy Gaelic football star, has died after a long cancer battle. He passed away this week, having been diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2023. Padraig Rafferty was a pupil at St Joseph & St James' Primary School in Poyntzpass, Co Armagh, and played football at underage level for the Gaelic football team Redmond O'Hanlon's GAC.
' As a mark of respect to Padraig Rafferty, Redmond O'Hanlon's GAC suspended all club activities until further notice. ' Local Sinn Fein councillor Oonagh Magennis said, 'No words. Rest easy, wee angel.
' Padraig Rafferty's father is John, his mother is Lorraine, and his sisters are Grace and Niamh. There has been an outpouring of grief and support for Padraig Rafferty's family from the local community, with many expressing condolences on social media and through local gatherings. The specific type of brain tumour he was diagnosed with has not been disclosed.
The exact date of Padraig Rafferty's death has not been specified. Details about any planned memorial services or funeral arrangements for Padraig Rafferty are not yet available, but the community is expected to come together to honor his memory.