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Declan Cavanagh tributes to "true gentleman" after West Belfast teenager's death

Tributes have been paid to a West Belfast teenager described as a "true gentleman".

Declan Cavanagh, believed to be 19, passed away suddenly on April 23 sending shockwaves through the community.

Heartbroken family and friends have paid tribute to the former St Colm's High School pupil, who lived in the Summerhill Grange area of Twinbrook .

The popular young footballer was described as a true gentleman by devastated pals as well as a "terrific footballer" and "smashing kid".

Donal McGoldrick described as "well loved and respected" as tributes pour in for West Belfast man  

In a tribute on Facebook, St Luke's FC said: "We want to pass on our deepest condolences to our former player, manager and supporter of many years Danny Cavanagh and his wife Joanne on the passing of their young son Declan taken from us so suddenly at such a young age.

"He was such a great young lad always lifted his head to say hello when passing, always a pleasure to meet him, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time from all the committee, management and players at St Luke's FC."

Declan's funeral will take place on Saturday, April 27. Declan’s remains will leave his late residence at 9.15am on Saturday to arrive at St Luke’s Church for 10am Requiem Mass. Burial immediately afterwards in Milltown Cemetery.

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