The sudden death of the "kindest and nicest wee girl anyone could know" has torn through the hearts of her friends.
Former St Genevieve’s pupil Stacey McGuigan took her tragic last breath on Wednesday morning in the third tragedy to hit her family.
The West Belfast teenager lost her mum Tina Marley on Valentines Day, while her dad James and eight-year-old sister Lorna died in a devastating car crash in which she and her younger sister were also injured in December 2006.
Stacey's pals have taken to social media to pay their respects following her death.
One said: “Stacey McGuigan you were one of a kind... Your’e in the arms of your wee mummy now. Watch over your granny and wee sister.”
Another said it was “truly a blessing having someone like you in my life”.
They described Stacey as “the most kindest and nicest wee girl anyone could know” adding gonna miss all the laughs we shared with each other (and) truly will cherish the memories I was able to share with you and will hold on to them”.
Many have also voiced their heartbreak.
One said: “My Stacey Mcguigan - my heart. I have no words. Give your mummy the biggest hug and kiss ever from me. Two of you are together forever. Always.”
Another added: “I actually can’t believe this, you were so young had your wee life ahead of you.
“All the things you told me you were gonna do... I dont even know what to say. Least I know you’re with Lorna now. Give her big hug from me. RIP chick.”
Police said Stacey's death is not being treated as suspicious.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "Police received a report of a sudden death of an 18-year-old female in the Raby Street area of Belfast on Wednesday 28 August.
"A post mortem has been carried out and death is not being treated as suspicious."
Her funeral is planned for Monday, 10am at St Oliver Plunketts.
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