RIP: 'Left us far too soon' - Young man dies following tragic incident at festival

A teenage boy from Leitrim has tragically died after getting into difficulty with water over the weekend last.

The 19-year-old man died following a drowning incident in Ballinamore, Leitrim during the Ballinamore festival on Sunday, August 16.

The tragic death of Alan Creamer of Rooskeynamona, Mohill has shocked and devastated his family, friends, his community and people across the country.

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene following a report of a person in the water. Alan was taken from the water but was subsequently pronounced dead. His body was removed to Sligo mortuary, where a post-mortem examination will be arranged. The coroner has been notified.

Alan is predeceased by his grandparents Mary and Berney McKiernan.

Alan’s RIP notice says: “It is with heavy hearts, we share the sudden, tragic loss of our beloved Alan. Alan left us far too soon.

“His bright smile and kind heart will stay with us forever”.

Deeply loved and missed by his heartbroken Mother Carmel and Father John. Adored brother of Chloe. Cherished grandson of Mary and Liam Creamer.

He will be forever remembered by his aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and a wide circle of close friends and neighbours who loved him dearly.

Messages have poured in on RIP.ie, one mourner said: “I was shocked and saddened to hear this terrible news. Alan was a lovely young man, he was up for a laugh and would always stop for a chat.

“Sincere sympathy to Carmel, John and Chloe and all of Alan’s family, may Alan’s gentle soul rest in peace”.