Funeral arrangements for Waterford toddler who died in tragic accident

The funeral arrangements have been announced for two-year-old Elizabeth (Lizzie) Troy who died in a tragic accident on Wednesday, June 5, at her home in Dungarvan. 

The young child's death notice reads that Lizzie "is deeply mourned by her heartbroken parents Nathan Troy and Mary Caitlan Rigney, her twin sister Freyja, grandparents Lisa and Declan O’ Keefe and Kathleen and Martin Troy, great grandparents Willie and Mary Rigney, great aunt Betty McEvoy, aunts Lydia and Jessica Troy and her uncles Joey and Kelvin Troy and Michael Phelan."

Since the community has learned of Lizzie's death, tributes have poured in from mourners locally, and across the country. 

"May God comfort you all at this sad time. God love you all and her little sister. I have twin grandchildren next door, so there are no words. I will pray and think of you all," said an anonymous message, signed by "a Kerry Nanna". 

Another message, written by a Limerick family, reads, "Utterly heartbroken for you all on Lizzie's passing, may ye find solace in the time ahead. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel, thinking of you all at this very sad time, there are no words to describe the sadness, be kind to yourselves."

A Galway dad also shared his condolences, "I am so sorry for your huge loss. I was heartbroken when I heard this news. I will remember Lizzie and you all in my prayers. RIP Lizzie."

Lizzie will be reposing in Coolnasmear (Eircode X35 XR70) on Sunday, June 9, from 3pm to 7pm. Mass of the Angels will take place on Monday, June 10, at 3pm in St. Gobnait’s Church, Kilgobinet with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.