Tributes flow after tragic death of former Tyrone U20 star

The late John Rafferty

Tributes have been pouring in after the tragic passing of a talented young Tyrone GAA player this week.

John Rafferty lost his life after being involved in a collision between a car and a tractor on the on the A5 between Ballygawley and Omagh.

The 21-year-old had represented his county at U20 level and was a senior player for Killyclogher, captaining the club to the county minor championship in 2019.

Killyclogher GAA described John as “a special footballer” and said the club was devastated to learn of  his tragic passing on Thursday.

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— Killyclogher GAA (@KillyclogherGAA) October 28, 2022

Deepest sympathy is extended to the family of John Rafferty. Thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, team mates and the entire @KillyclogherGAA community pic.twitter.com/C9aOTS8wzR

— Eoghan Ruadh (@DGNHurlingclub) October 29, 2022

John Rafferty RIP 🙏 pic.twitter.com/hcgByf0cZl

— Loch Mhic Ruairí GAA (@LoughmacroryGAA) October 29, 2022

RIP John Rafferty

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal;

Respect, friendship, talent and love leave behind memories that no one can steal.

Codlamh sámh.https://t.co/okya0FXa2a pic.twitter.com/fmOGt0fbKC

— Teamtalkmag.com (@teamtalkmagLIVE) October 28, 2022

It is a heartbreaking tragedy that another life has been lost on the A5 in recent times. I wish to express my sincere sympathies to the family and friends of young John Rafferty and his club, Killyclougher GAC who will miss his huge talent and friendship dearly. pic.twitter.com/XSOv4wzbSx

— Michelle O’Neill (@moneillsf) October 29, 2022

📌John Rafferty RIP

Go raibh suaimhneas síoraí ar a anamhttps://t.co/RRTaGDE03o

— An Charraig Mhór CLG (@CarmenGAA32) October 28, 2022

Both the @ClonoeORahillys and @AnMhaigh team with a mark of respect for the late John Rafferty RIP @KillyclogherGAA pic.twitter.com/8TZlRYOJRs

— Teamtalkmag.com (@teamtalkmagLIVE) October 29, 2022