Young GAA star dies suddenly as tributes paid to ‘warm, kind and genuine’ child

Shea Haughey, 12, from Newry, Co Down, died suddenly at home on Monday, March 23

Tributes have been pouring in for a gifted young footballer following his sudden death this week.

Shea Haughey, who was just 12 years old and lived in College Gardens in Newry, tragically passed away at home on Monday, March 23.

The local community has been left reeling by the young lad’s death. A death notice described him as the beloved son of Claire and David, adored brother of Rebecca and Evie, and cherished grandson of Mary and Martin (Keenan) and Vera and David (Haughey).

A Year 8 student at St…