St Patrick's Dromahair pen emotional tribute to the late Conor Torsney

St Patrick’s Dromahair GAA club have penned an emotional tribute to 20-year-old Conor Torsney who passed away suddenly in Birmingham on Tuesday June 18, describing him as “a complete gentleman and an example role model to how any young person should conduct themselves.”

The 20-year-old from Killeen, Dromahair is survived by his parents Kevin and Clodagh, grandparents Sean & Patricia Torsney and Thomas McGowan, aunts, uncles, cousins extended family and many friends. Funeral arrangements have yet to be announced.

In their tribute, St Patrick’s Dromahair wrote: “The community of Dromahair & St Patricks GAA received devastating news last week with the passing of Conor Torsney, member of our adult squad, after a short illness. Conor was a complete gentleman and an example role model to how any young person should conduct themselves. 

“Conor was a past pupil of St. Josephs NS, Coola VS & had just finished his second year of an Engineering degree in University College Galway and undoubtedly had a bright professional future ahead of him. 

“Conor has played with the club at all grade levels and over the past number of years, Conor was an ever present member of the coaching group for the summer Cul Camps and would no doubt have continued coaching our younger generation in the future. Conor was loved by all the kids participating within the Cul Camps each year & will be fondly remembered by everyone who knew him. 

“Our heartfelt sympathies go to Conor’s parents Kevin & Clodagh and the extended Torsney & McGowan family during this devastating time. RIP Conor.”

The Leitrim Observer wish to offer our deepest sympathy to the Torsney family on their great loss.