Tributes have been paid to a boy who lost his fight for life more than two weeks after falling through a roof.
Calvin Curley Gray died on Monday evening at Temple Street Children’s Hospital in Dublin following the accident in Dundalk on September 4.
The 11-year-old, whose family is well known in the town, suffered serious head injuries when he fell through a Perspex roof of a premises in the town and dropped around 12ft, before landing on his head. He was airlifted to hospital following the incident and his family had been mounting a bedside vigil, but he passed away on Monday.
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Sources say gardai believe the incident was a tragic accident and no foul play is suspected. There is no criminal investigation, but a file will now be prepared for the Louth County Coroner Ronan Maguire.
In a touching tribute on Facebook, Calvin’s club Shamrocks FC. said: “It’s with a heavy heart and disbelief that we have to pass on the news that our player Calvin has gained his Angel’s wings he was an amazing kid a wonderful player and teammate who had the world at his feet.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this terrible time. R.I.P CALVIN you’ll never be forgotten”.
His school Redeemer Boys School, also paid tribute to the youngster. They said: “The tragic death of our esteemed 6th Class pupil, Calvin Curley Gray, has shocked and saddened us all. Calvin was a treasured RBS pupil, whose friendly smile endeared him to everyone. His presence will be sorely missed by pupils and staff in the days, weeks and months that lie ahead.
“The thoughts and prayers of the entire RBS community go out to Calvin’s wide circle of family and friends. Go Raibh Suaimhneas Siorai Air. Codladh Samh Calvin.”
Clan Na Gael Dundalk wrote: “Our flag is sadly at half-mast today after the tragic loss of our U11 player Calvin. From everyone at Clan Na Gael our thoughts and prayers are with the Gray and Curley families at this very difficult time.”
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