Tributes have been pouring in following the harrowing death of three-year-old Annabel Loughlin. The daughter of former hurler Enda Loughlin and beloved mum blogger Eileen lost her life in a tragic accident at home on November 2.
The public was stunned to hear of the untimely passing of the toddler. Since news of Annabel’s death broke people have been honouring the young girl with touching tributes.
The Downs GAA Club express deepest sympathy to the Loughlin and O’Driscoll families on the tragic passing of little Annabel. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.... https://t.co/lXvmJZNexq
— The Downs GAA Club (@TheDownsGAA) November 4, 2018
“Such heartbreaking news to hear of the tragic death of 3-year-old Annabel Loughlin. A little angel taken away too soon. Life can be so cruel,” said one Twitter user.
Delvin GAA Club shared: “Our prayers and thoughts are with the O’Driscoll family, Delvin and the Loughlin family, Clonkill on the tragic passing of little Annabel. Rest In Peace little angel. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.”
“Beyond devastated and heartbroken for you all at this time. Annabel was such a beautiful little girl. Mum and I are thinking of you and your family at this time,” a family friend shared.
“Rest In Peace little Princess Annabel and watch over your family at this difficult time,” another said.
Annabel’s mum thanked everyone for the wave of support since her daughter’s passing: “Thank you for every beautiful message, thought, candle, prayer,” the mum wrote alongside a photo of her holding her beautiful girl’s hand.
Annabel was the only daughter of Enda and Eileen.
The young girl’s funeral mass will take place on Tuesday morning in the The Church of The Assumption, Delvin at noon.
Our thoughts are with Annabel’s parents, siblings, family and friends during this devastating time.