Emotional tributes have been paid to a pair of brothers who drowned in a diving tragedy.
Fergus, 42, and Philip, 34, Brophy from Co Laois died when they went diving together at a 40-metre deep water hole in Tipperary on Sunday morning.
Their elderly parents Seamus and Dina have spoken of their devastation.
Local priest Fr Tom Dooley visited with the family at their farm in the rural townland of Lough just outside Portarlington after news of the shocking tragedy broke on Sunday.
“The family are devastated of course and can’t believe it has happened,” he told the Irish Mirror.
Heartbroken Seamus and Dina spoke briefly to reporters on Monday as they struggled to come to terms with the shocking loss of their youngest and second born sons.
And more emotional tributes have been paid to the two brothers after the "devastating loss".
Innisfails Gaa Club wrote on Facebook: "We would like to offer our sincere condolences to Paddy Brophy and his family on the recent passing of his brothers Fergus and Philip in tragic circumstances. Ar dheis de go raibh a n-anamacha."
While one mourner said: "Our sincere condolences on the loss of your lovely sons. We are deeply saddened by this tragedy. Words cannot fill the space of such great boys but only support to you and your family can help you on this sad time. With great sadness , we are thinking of Seamus, Dinah and all the family .
Another added: "I feel words are inadequate, my heartfelt sympathy to you all for the unimaginable grief for Philip and Fergus.
"Two young men with so much to offer, it is just a devastating loss for your family.
"My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad and terrible time. Rest in peace Philip & Fergus."
A post from the family on RIP.ie confirms that funeral details will be announced at a later date.
