Sharlene Mawdsley 'devastated' following sudden death of her dad

Olivia Kelleher

Olympic athlete Sharlene Mawdsley has announced the death of her 67-year-old father, Thomas (Tucker) Mawdsley.

Mr Mawdsley of Newport in Co Tipperary died on Tuesday. Ms Mawdsley (26) posted on social media that she was “devastated” at the loss of her father.

“I have no words right now to truly capture how I feel. I will forever love and miss him so much.

"I would like to thank everyone who has been so kind and supportive at this time, from the emergency services to our great neighbours and wider community, and so many friends.”

Ms Mawdsley has asked for privacy at this difficult time. Mr Mawdley was predeceased by his father, Tom and his “adored” brother Billy.

A notice on Rip.ie reads that he is survived by his partner Louise, mother Sally, his sons, daughters, grandchildren, sibling, extended family and a wide circle of friends.

Mr Mawdsley will lie in repose at Meehan’s Funeral Home in Newport today, Friday, from 5.30pm until 7.30pm with removal to the Church of the Most Holy Redeemer, Newport.

His requiem mass will take place on Saturday at 11.30am with burial following at Rockvale cemetery in Newport.

Mourners are asked to donate to the Irish Heart Foundation in lieu of flowers.