Tributes are pouring in for a woman who was tragically killed in a road collision over the weekend.
Stephanie Fitzpatrick, from Lisdoonvarna in Co Clare, died following a single-vehicle crash in Lahinch on Saturday evening.
The young woman, who was in her 30s, was a passenger of the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene.
People have been extending their condolences to her family following her death, with Stephanie described as "good to everyone around her".
Her sister-in-law said: "Our beautiful, fun loving, gentle, kind, talented, funny baby sister/sister in law/auntie Stephanie Fitzpatrick was cruelly snatched from our hearts at the weekend.
" She adored her family with a love so fierce, you felt it the minute you were with her. So difficult to make sense of this senseless loss.
"Hug your loved ones a little longer, and a little tighter today as nobody knows what life has in store. We love you and miss you beyond words Stephanie."
A friend wrote on social media: "Thank you for being my friend Stephanie Fitzpatrick [since] that first day back in first year. I will cherish all my memories with you forever. Love u Always."
The Personal Development - Jennifer Stritch Facebook page added: "Thinking today of Stephanie Fitzpatrick, a graduate of the Moylish social care programme who died in an accident this past weekend, and her family, friends and classmates.
"Stephanie was kind and funny and good to everyone around her, and she was a pleasure to work and learn with. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam."
Kinvara Hockey club also added their condolences to the family, writing: "The club would like to extend our deepest sympathy to one of our coaches Tina Meyler and her family on the tragic death of Tina’s sister Stephanie Fitzpatrick over the weekend. May Stephanie rest in peace."
Members of Stephanie's local community, former colleagues and her friends from home and college have also been paying tribute to her.
One person said: "Rest in Peace dear Stephanie, your big, beautiful smile & kind soul will be missed so very much."
A second said: "Sincere sympathy to all of the Fitzpatrick family on the tragic passing of Stephanie. Shocked & saddened.
"Steph, we had many a good night out and laugh. You lit up a room with your infectious smile. May you continue to do so up there. Rest and sleep easy beautiful girl."
A third person wrote: "Steph you touched all our lives in limerick with your fun, warm and such kind nature. My deepest sympathy to the Fitzpatrick family at this difficult time. May you rest in peace my friend."
Someone else said: "My deepest sympathies to all of Stephanie's family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with her a few years ago. She was a lovely person with a very witty personality and a hearty laugh. May her gentle soul rest in peace."
While another added: "Stef you touched all our lives in different ways over the past 8 months. Your wonderful smile your hearty laugh and your beautiful black hair.
"We will never forget you and the memories we shared. Our deepest sympathy to your dear Mam Biddy your sisters and brothers nieces and nephews and extended families and friends. Rest in peace Stef."
Stephanie's funeral Mass will take place at Corpus Christi Church in Lisdoonvarna at 11am on Thursday.
