RIP: 'Unimaginable loss'- Heartbreak as young Kerry man dies tragically in river

Tributes have poured in for a young Kerry man Padraig (Paudie) O' Rahilly who tragically drowned in a river.

Padraig was from Calfmount, Headford, Killarney, Kerry and tragically drowned in the river River Flesk in Kerry at around 3.30pm on Tuesday August 12.

Heartfelt messages have been left on RIP.ie, from those who knew and loved Padraig, with one mourner writing,

"My deepest sympathy to Margaret, Liam, Maureen, Valerie and Nathan on the tragic loss of Padraig. He was much loved by everyone. May you find comfort in each other at this very sad time. Rest peacefully Padraig".

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Another message said, "Heartfelt sympathies to Liam, Margaret, Valerie, Maureen, Nathan and the extended O' Rahilly families on the tragic passing of Padraig...he was a grand young lad...always so chatty. So so sorry for your loss. May Paudies gentle soul rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this difficult time".

Another tribute said: "Our deepest condolences to all the family and good friends of Paudie. He was an amazing, respectful, genuine and intelligent boy. No one could ever replace an amazing human like Paudie. Rest easy Paudie. We love and miss you."

"My sincere condolences to O’Rahilly’s family and friends. He was a wonderful, kind-hearted, and always smiling person. He had so much warmth and generosity, which he shared with everyone. I had the pleasure of working with him, and outside of work he was aleo a great friend. I will always remember his cheerful spirit and willingness to help. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Paudie," another person said.

Another person wrote: "Dear Margare, my heart goes out to you in this time of unimaginable loss. Wishing you strength, comfort, and peace in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy".