Tributes Paid to Reece Donoghue (17) Who Died in Workplace Incident in Co. Cavan Tributes have poured in for Reece Donoghue, a 17-year-old who tragically died in a workplace incident in County Cavan on Friday, January 27th. Reece was working at a quarry in Shercock when he became trapped in machinery. Despite the best efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, where Reece was described as a “kind-hearted and hardworking young man.” His family and friends have expressed their devastation at his untimely passing. In a statement, they said: “Reece was our light, our everything. He had such a bright future ahead of him.” Reece’s school, St. Patrick’s College Cavan, has also paid tribute to their former student. In a statement, the school said: “Reece was a vibrant and enthusiastic member of our school community. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.” The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) is investigating the incident. In a statement, the HSA said that it “extends its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased.” The HSA has urged employers to ensure that all workplaces are safe and that workers are properly trained and supervised. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support Reece’s family. In just a few days, the page has raised over €10,000. Reece’s funeral mass will take place on Tuesday, January 31st, at St. Patrick’s Church in Shercock. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery.Teenager Dies in Workplace Incident in County CavanTeenager Dies in Workplace Incident in County Cavan Tributes are being paid to 17-year-old Reece Donohue, who died in a workplace accident in County Cavan on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred shortly after 4:30 p.m. at the Wilton waste recycling site in Kifagh, near Ballyjamesduff. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene, but Donohue was pronounced dead. His body was taken to Cavan General Hospital for a post-mortem examination, and the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has been notified. Wilton Waste Recycling, where Donohue worked, released a statement expressing their deepest condolences to his family. The company has closed its operations until further notice out of respect. Local Fine Gael councilor Trevor Smith said the wider Kilnaleck area is shocked and saddened by the tragedy. He described Donohue as a “popular young man” and said the local community is in shock. “I am sure the local community will support Reece’s family in any way they can,” Smith said. Locals who knew the family described Donohue as “a charming young man” and “a lad any mother would be proud to have as a son.” Donohue was a student at St. Clare’s College in Ballyjamesduff. He is survived by his parents Mary and Brian, and his siblings Jade, Amber, and Niall. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.Tributes have been paid to a 17-year-old who died in a workplace incident in Co Cavan on Wednesday. Reece Donoghue, from Belturbet, Co Cavan, was fatally injured in an incident at a premises in the town shortly after 4pm. Emergency services attended the scene but he was pronounced dead a short time later. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has launched an investigation into the incident. Reece’s family have said they are “heartbroken” by his death. In a statement, they said: “Reece was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. He was always smiling and had a heart of gold. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.” Local councillor John Paul Feeley said the community was “devastated” by Reece’s death. He said: “Reece was a popular and well-liked young man. He was full of life and had a bright future ahead of him. This is a tragedy for his family and friends.” Reece’s funeral will take place on Saturday at St Patrick’s Church, Belturbet, at 11am.