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Michelle Cullen

Irish community devastated after tragic death of 11-year-old boy 'who had the world at his feet'

An Irish community have been left shocked and saddened following the tragic death of an 11-year-old boy.

Calvin Curley Gray from Dundalk, Co Louth sadly passed away after suffering a fall through a Perspex roof at a premises in the Clanbrassil Street area on Sunday, September 4.

He was airlifted from the grounds of Clan na Gael GFC and taken to Temple Street Children's hospital in Dublin but passed away just over two weeks later.

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Tributes have poured in for Calvin, who was described as an "amazing" and "wonderful" kid who had "the world at his feet".

In a touching tribute on Facebook, Calvin's club Shamrocks F.C. said: "It's with a heavy heart and disbelief that we have to pass on the news that our player Calvin has gained his Angel's wings he was an amazing kid a wonderful player and teammate who had the world at his feet. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this terrible time. R.I.P CALVIN you'll never be forgotten".

His school Redeemer Boy's School, also paid tribute to the youngster.

They said: "The tragic death of our esteemed 6th Class pupil, Calvin Curley Gray, has shocked and saddened us all. Calvin was a treasured RBS pupil, whose friendly smile endeared him to everyone. His presence will be sorely missed by pupils and staff in the days, weeks and months that lie ahead. The thoughts and prayers of the entire RBS community go out to Calvin's wide circle of family and friends. Go Raibh Suaimhneas Síoraí Air. Codladh Sámh Calvin.”

While Clan Na Gael Dundalk wrote: "Our flag is sadly at half mast today after the tragic loss of our u11 player Calvin.

"From everyone at Clan Na Gael our thoughts and prayers are with the Gray and Curley families at this very difficult time!"

Funeral details will be announced later.

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