A community in Mayo has been left reeling after the sudden death of a popular teenager in the area.
Raphael Sunday, of Bangor in Ellis, sadly died on Friday.
Sunday was described as "popular" by many, and tributes have been rolling in since the tragic news broke.
He was a third year student at St Brendan's College in Belmullet, and the school posted a glowing tribute to Raphael.
They said: "It with great sadness this evening that Saint Brendan’s College has learned of the sudden death of Third Year student, Raphael Sunday. This is a terrible tragedy for his family, our school and our community.
"Raphael was very popular among his fellow classmates and played an active part in school life. He had a keen interest in sport and represented the school on many sporting occasions and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
"We are deeply saddened by these events. We in Saint Brendan’s College extend our sympathies to his family and friends at this sad time. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace."
While Ballycroy GAA, who Raphael lined out for on numerous occasions, said: "Today we lost a hugely valued member of our underage club, whose Man Of The Match performance in a county final last year was instrumental in the victory he and his teammates earned. He was much loved and will be greatly missed by his family, friends and teammates, coaches and the many club members who knew him. Ar dheis dé go raibh a h-anam dílis."
Cloghan National School, where Raphael was a student previously, paid their own tribute on social media.
They said: "It is with great sadness tonight that we have learned of the tragic death of a past pupil Raphael Sunday, Raphael was with us in Cloghans Hill for a short while but he lit up our hearts with his huge smile, may he rest in peace. Our thoughts are with his family and friends."
