RIP: A tragic Irishman miraculously saved the lives of five people after he was killed in an attack in Spain

Adam Walsh, of Tivoli Heights, Powerstown Road, Clonmel, Co Tipperary, died on Saturday, October 19, in Malaga Hospital. Authorities say Spanish police detained two people in connection with the incident, which ultimately led to Mr. Walsh being placed on life support.

On Tuesday at the church of St. A funeral mass was held at Peter and Paul Church in Clonmel. As heard at his funeral, Adam saved the lives of at least five people through organ donation.

Following the death of his little cousin Luke Troy, Mr. Walsh is left to mourn his parents Audrey and Alan, brothers Jamie and Scott, girlfriend Leah and his beloved Lexi, grandparents Ann, Noelie, Eleanor and Denny, aunts, uncles, cousins ​​and all those who knew him.

Fr. Michael Toomey said Adam was born on April 15, 2000. He attended St. Patrick’s Primary School. Oliver and then to Clonmel Secondary School. There he played hurling and football with Clonmel Commercials.

“He was very loved as a young man,” said Fr. Toomey. “One of his neighbors said of Adam: ‘I always remember him as a kind and caring boy with a cheeky smile and a twinkle in his eyes.’

“This person said, ‘I have one particular memory when he went out of his way to help me find my lost cat in the neighborhood a few years ago when he was a teenager.’

Adam had a “community spirit” and a need to help others. He supported many other people by caring for their physical and emotional health. “Adam will be remembered for his bright colors,” added Fr. Toomey.

“His runners were always immaculate.” Adam had a passion for motorcycles and had a passion for cyclocross motorcycles. He was always smartly dressed and went to the hairdresser at least once a week to make sure he looked immaculate when going out or going to work.

“He loved his tattoos, the first were the Roman numerals of his cousin Luke, whom we also remember today, and whom Adam often spent at his grave, praying and meditating.”

“Friendship with Adam was very important. Adam worked with John and Brian English at JB Structural Steel in Clerihan and was well-liked and respected as a colleague.

“They paid tribute to him, saying: ‘we were all devastated when we heard about Adam’s death.’ He was not only a fantastic employee, but also a great friend. Everyone will greatly miss his enthusiasm and spark,” said Fr. Toomey.

Fr. Toomey said Adam’s generosity in donating his organs had an extraordinary impact on the lives of those he changed and saved for the better, even after his death. Then the burial took place in the cemetery of St. Patrick.