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TRIBUTES HAVE BEEN PAID TO OLIVIA TUOHY, STUDYING AT QUEEN MARGARET UNIVERSITY, WHO PASSED AWAY WHILE RUNNING THE EDINBURGH HALF MARATHON ON SUNDAY, MAY 25. 13:14, 02 Jun 2025 Tributes have
been paid to a student who died while running the Edinburgh Half Marathon. Olivia Tuohy, 24, passed away after taking part in the event on Sunday, May 25, reports Edinburgh Live. The runner,
who studied at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, leaves behind partner Michael, parents Kieran and Liz, brother Stephen and his partner Laura. A death notice said: "Olivia, a
bright and beautiful spirit, passed away on the 25th May while participating in the Edinburgh Half Marathon. "Olivia’s bubbly personality and kind heart will be deeply missed by all who
knew her. "Olivia is survived by her heartbroken parents Kieran and Liz and her brother Stephen and his partner Laura, her loving partner Michael and his parents Maria-Elena and
Steven, aunts, uncles, cousins, neighbours and her friends both in Ireland and Edinburgh." Article continues below The runner was from Ennis in County Clare, where she was part of the
Clare Ladies Gaelic Football. The club also shared tributes for their sadly departed teammate, saying: "We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Olivia Tuohy. "Her
kindness, warmth, and vibrant spirit touched so many lives on and off the football field , and her absence will be felt profoundly. "Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to her
family, friends, her partner and all who loved her during this difficult time. May she rest in peace." JOIN THE DAILY RECORD WHATSAPP COMMUNITY! Get the latest news sent straight to
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group'. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Well-wishers took to the comments to share their condolences. One shared: "Rest in peace Olivia may god comfort you and
your your loved ones and Clare footballers." Other football clubs shared their support for Olivia and her family. Article continues below Players at CLG Éire Óg Inis, a Gaelic Athletic
Association football club based in Ennis, held a moment of silence for Olivia before their game on May 29.