RIP: Tragic Irish man miraculously saves five lives after being killed in attack in Spain

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

The Requiem Mass took place on Tuesday at SS Peter and Paul’s Church, Clonmel. Adam saved the lives of at least five people through his gift of organ donation, his funeral heard.

Predeceased by his nephew Luke Troy, Mr. Walsh is mourned by his parents Audrey and Alan, brothers Jamie and Scott, girlfriend Leah and his pet Lexi, his grandparents Ann, Noelie, Eleanor and Denny, aunts, uncles, cousins ​​and all those who knew it.

Father Michael Toomey said Adam was born on April 15, 2000. He went to St Oliver’s primary school and then to secondary school in Clonmel. There he played hurling and football, along with Clonmel Commercials.

“He was very well-liked as a young man,” Father Toomey said. “One of his neighbors said of Adam: ‘I always remember him as a kind and caring boy with a cheeky grin and a sparkle in his eye.’

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

Adam possessed a “sense of community” and a need to help others. He encouraged many others with their physical and emotional health. “Adam will be remembered for his bright colors,” Father Toomey added.

“His runners were always flawless.” Adam had a passion for motorcycles and dabbled in cross-country motorcycling. He was always neatly dressed and went to the hairdresser at least once a week to make sure he looked impeccable whenever he went out or to work.

“He loved his tattoos, the first being the Roman numerals of his cousin Luke, which we also remember today, and which Adam often spent at the graveside, praying and thinking.”

“Friendship with Adam was so 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 and said ‘we were all devastated when we heard of Adam’s death’. He was not only a fantastic employee, but also a wonderful friend. His enthusiasm and spark will be desperately missed by all,” said Father Toomey.

Father Toomey said Adam’s generosity in donating his organs has had a remarkable impact on the lives of those he changed and saved for the better, even after his death. Burial followed in St. Patrick’s Cemetery.