Conor Lennon: Tributes to Co Armagh dad after death in tragic accident on holiday in Turkey

Tributes have been paid to a dad-of-one from Co Armagh who died in a tragic accident while on holiday in Turkey.

Conor Lennon, from Newtownhamilton, was on holiday with friends when he passed away following a "tragic accident" on Saturday, June 22.

A funeral notice for Conor reads: "Beloved and cherished son of Tony and Paula, devoted daddy to Georgia and loving brother to Megan and Sian. Family home private to family and close friends at this time to allow the family to process their incomprehensible grief and loss.

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"Deeply regretted by his heartbroken parents, daughter, sisters, girlfriend Siofra and his extended family and many friends. On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy."

Conor's sister, Sian, posted a tribute to her "big bro" on social media. She said: "I love you big bro. Didn’t get saying it enough. Forever and always. Thanks for everything."

Posting on Saturday evening, Park Butchers in Newtownhamilton said: "Myself, Vicki and all our staff are devastated to learn of the passing of Conor this Morning.

"The Lennon family have played a big part in our businesses including Conor, from the age of 15. We are all one big family and we are all heart broken.

"We send our sincerest condolences to Tony, Paula, Megan, Sian, Georgia, Siofra and Jackie and family at this difficult time. We keep them in our thoughts & prayers."

One person described Conor as "the most caring, fun, loveable fella you could meet." They added: "Honest to God you couldn't get better. May God and the angels look after his Mummy, Daddy sisters and daughter at this extremely difficult time!"

Another said he was "an absolute one in a million", adding: "I will never ever forget the random drops of unforgettable advice you use to give me."

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