Tributes pour in for talented Tipperary hurler after tragic passing

Tributes have poured in for talented Tipperary hurler Paddy Coen Jr. who tragically died last week.

Paddy Coen Jr. passed away last week and his funeral will take place on Thursday with the removal taking place on Wednesday in Nenagh.

And tributes have come flooding in after his untimely passing was announced.

Kiladangan GAA led tributes, saying: "At a later time we will put into words what Paddy Coen meant to us - at this moment we are just unable.

"A proud Johnstown man, Kiladangan man and upmost gentleman. As a club and community we are devastated and his loss leaves a massive void.

"Sympathy to Paddys parents Paddy Snr and Marie, brother David, sisters Karen and Deirdre, partner Shelly, extended family and his wide circle of friends."

And a number of people sent their sympathies.

One person said: "My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. Heart broken for you all. Paddy will never be forgotten."

While another said: "My deepest sympathy, to his family, friends and ciub mates, may his gentle soul rest in peace"

Paddy Coen Jr's funeral will take place at St. Patrick's Church, Puckane on Thursday at 12 noon.

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