TRIBUTES have poured in for a “beautiful” young Irishwoman who died suddenly in Spain last week.
Diane Moloney, who was born and raised in Listowel, Co Kerry, had moved to the sunshine spot a number of years ago to teach in a childcare facility.
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However, she passed away suddenly last Friday.
Diane’s eldest brother Lorcan has told how the family’s “main priority” is now getting Diane home “as soon as possible”.
In a heartbreaking tribute to his little sister, he said: “Diane touched the hearts of everyone that she met in her short life with her beautiful smile, giggly laughter and always looking after her two brother’s.
“The death of my sister has broken our hearts and of those who knew Diane.
“We appreciate everyone’s support and kindness at this very difficult time, it means so much to us.”
The Moloney family has now set up a fundraiser to assist them in the repatriation of Diane.
Organiser Lorcan said: “It is with great sadness that we are setting up this fundraiser to help bring my sister Diane home to Ireland from Spain and alleviate the financial burden associated with this.”
The campaign, which has so far raised €37,813 out of its €20,000 goal, also thanked the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust for their “support, guidance and kindness” towards the Moloney family.
Members of the community have been pulling together to support the family through their tragic loss, with mourners telling how Diane “will be missed so much”.
Nai Ionad Na Cille Childcare, based in Keel, told how they are “heartbroken” by the passing of Diane, who was a former staff member.
The childcare centre said: “We are heartbroken to hear of the tragic passing of Diane Moloney, who worked with us at Nai íonad na Cille a few years ago before moving to Spain.
“Diane was a kind and caring colleague, and we have such fond memories of her time with us.”
A GoFundMe has been set up to help bring Diane home and support her family in this devastating time. Any support would be greatly appreciated.
‘MANY FOND MEMORIES’
Listowel Emmets Ladies Football, which Diane played with as a teenager, told how the club is “deeply saddened” to hear of the passing of their past player.
A spokesperson for the club said: “She played with Listowel Emmets until U16 level and we have many fond memories of her over the years, playing her best at full back.
“We want to send our deepest condolences to her mother Mags, her brothers Lorcan and Eddie and all the rest of her family and friends.
“We send them strength and comfort through this difficult time. May she rest in peace.”
Listowel Celtic club said: “All at Listowel Celtic were deeply saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Diane Moloney.
“We extend our sincere condolences to Diane’s mother Margaret,brothers Lorcan and Eddie, who is involved with one of our U14 teams and all the extended Moloney family and her many friends.
“May Diane rest in eternal peace.”
The ‘To help us bring Diane Moloney home‘ fundraiser can be accessed on GoFundMe.com.
