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Tributes to 'modest and humble' St Malachy's College sixth form student Daniel Black

St Malachy's College posted a moving tribute to Daniel Black on social media last night 
St Malachy's College posted a moving tribute to Daniel Black on social media last night  St Malachy's College posted a moving tribute to Daniel Black on social media last night 

A SIXTH form pupil who died suddenly has been remembered as modest and humble.

St Malachy's College in north Belfast said it was deeply saddened by the death on Thursday of Daniel Black, who was in Year 13.

The school posted a moving tribute on social media last night.

"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 school said.

"Daniel was a keen historian and an industrious geographer who also added business studies to his A-level repertoire. 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. Never a complaint. In his own calm and measured way he rose to every challenge. Daniel, a most respected and valued member of our college, will be sadly missed by all of his extended family at St Malachy's."

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, Daniel's funeral will be private, immediate family only. His remains will leave his late home on Wednesday December 16 at 10.30am to arrive at St Bernard's Church for Requiem Mass at 11am and afterwards to Roselawn Crematorium.