‘Deep sadness’ at sudden death of popular NI schoolboy

A Northern Ireland school has been plunged into “deep sadness” after the sudden death of one its pupils.
Daniel Black.Daniel Black.
Daniel Black.

St. Malachy’s College paid tribute to “very popular” Year 13 pupil Daniel Black who passed away suddenly.

“We at St Malachy’s College are deeply saddened by the sudden death of Daniel Black,” wrote the school on social media.

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“Daniel was a modest and humble Malachian who was very popular with both his teachers and peers.

“He deserved much praise for the way in which he went about his life in the College.

“Yet, he never sought out praise.”

The Belfast school described Daniel as “one of the really good guys” and said he would be “sadly missed”.

“Daniel was a keen historian and an industrious geographer who also added Business Studies to his A level repertoire.

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“His teachers agree that he was “one of the really good guys”, always well-mannered and respectful.

“He was totally dependable with all aspects of his work and carried his academic ability with a modesty and humility.

“He just got on with it! He was a very conscientious student who took everything in his stride. Never an excuse!”

The school added: “Never a complaint! In his own calm and measured way he rose to every challenge.

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“Daniel, a most respected and valued member of our College, will be sadly missed by all of his extended family at St Malachy’s.

“We will keep Daniel and his family in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.”

Tragedy befell St. Malachy’s College earlier this year when 14 year-old pupil Noah Donohoe died in June.

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