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Sports clubs pay tribute following sudden passing of young Banbridge man

Tributes have been paid online following the sudden passing of a young man from Banbridge.

Jack Murray (20), died suddenly at his home on Saturday, November 9.

A death notice said he was the precious son of Lynne and Martin, much loved brother of Harry, Oliver and the late Hannah, cherished grandson of the late Janet, David, Noel, Adela and the late Monica and Colin.

He was also the treasured nephew of Marissa, Brian, Andy and Orla.

Jack’s funeral will take place from his father’s home, 113 Brookfield Road, Banbridge, on Wednesday, November 13 at 10.45am.

The service will be held in St Patrick’s Church, Dromore Street, followed by interment in St Patrick’s Cemetery.

Family and friends are welcome to call at his father’s home.

The death notice added: “Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be made for PIPS c/o Malcomsons Funeral Service, 7 Robert Street, Lurgan, BT66 8BE.

“Very deeply regretted and lovingly remembered by his mother, father, brothers, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, entire family circle and friends.”

Among those paying tribute to Jack on social media was the Tandragee Rovers FC Academy, which has links to relatives of Jack.

In a post on Facebook, they said: “Everyone at TRFC Academy is saddened to hear of the passing of Jack Murray, nephew of U10 coach Andy and cousin to players James & Conor. Our thoughts are with his mum Lynne, dad Martin, brothers Harry & Oliver, and the wider Murray & Metcalfe families at this very sad time.”

Terry Sweeney, of Banbridge Town FC Supporters Club posted: “The whole Banbridge Town FC family, are shocked and deeply saddened at the sudden passing of, Jack Murray, a young man of 20 years, he was a great lad, pleasant and loved by everyone that knew him.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with his Mum, Lynne, Dad, Martin, brothers, Harry & Oliver and the entire family circle. May Jack rest in eternal peace.”

The Club’s Chaplain has also offered a Chaplaincy Drop-in, open to all from 7pm this evening.

“Tuesday evening the clubhouse will be open and the kettle on for those who wish to gather around the memory of Jack Murray. I will be on hand to welcome anyone who wishes to come along.”

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