GAA stars remember brave Donal

May 13, 2013

The late Donal Walsh. Pic courtesy of RTE
A host of GAA stars, past and present, have paid tribute to brave teen Donal Walsh who passed away last night.

The Tralee youngster sadly lost his battle against cancer but, during his short life, he had inspired many in campaigning against suicide and raising €50,000 for various charities.

Kerry stars such as Darran O'Sullivan, Paul Galvin and Killian Young were joined by the likes of Donal Og Cusack, Mark McHugh and Aaron Kernan in remembering the 16-year old on Twitter.

Donal was an avid Munster rugby fan and All-Blacks legend Dan Carter tweeted: 'Sad to hear the news of young @Donal_Walsh_ #RIP #inspiration thoughts go out to his family & friends'.

Darran O'Sullivan (Kerry)

Just hearing about the passing of #donalwalsh what an inspiration! RIP friend your bravery & strength was incredible.

Mark McHugh (Donegal)

After hearing of the passing of Donal Walsh! While he was allive he inspired many and hope people take what he has said on board..RIP Sir!

David Moran (Kerry)

Donal Walsh demonstrated the power of the human mind. He touched and inspired a nation in such a short time, he is the perfect role model

Cathal McCarron (Tyrone)

Donal Walsh what a hero and inspiration to all people.. RIP #veryverysad

Donal Og Cusack (Cork)

Sad to hear about this passing...inspirational outlook...lesson to all of us...live while we can... #RIP Donal Walsh...

Paul Galvin (Kerry)

I got your letter on Friday kid. I will carry that out for you. Good to know you and God Bless You @Donal_Walsh_

Killian Young (Kerry)

RIP Donal Walsh. I was fortunate enough to have met the guy. A pure inspiration for life.

Emlyn Mulligan (Leitrim)

Sad to hear about the passing away of Donal Walsh #inspiration#rip

Colm O'Neill (Cork)

RIP Donal Walsh #hero #inspiration

Paddy McBrearty (Donegal)

Saddened to hear about the passing of Donal Walsh..Thoughts and prayers go out to his family..#Hero

Aaron Kernan (Armagh)

RIP Donal Walsh... God bless his friends & family... He was brave beyond description. Inspirational young man.

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