A young couple in their 20s died just days apart, only a month after their wedding. Adam Hencek, 23, passed away unexpectedly last Tuesday, and his husband Tomas Fueller died on Friday evening. Both men, originally from Slovakia, were living in Carrick-on-Suir, southern Ireland, and died at home, according to a funeral director in Clonmel.
Community tributes pour in
Adam's former piano student wrote online: 'So sad. Adam taught me piano briefly, he was a brilliant teacher and a gentleman. My thoughts are with Adam’s family and friends at this awfully sad time, may he rest in peace.' Tributes have flooded in from the community after news of the couple's deaths spread.
Another person wrote: 'Very sad to hear this. We met Adam and Tomas last year through work and their energy and love of life was infectious.'
A third person said: 'This is devastating. Two young men, in the prime of their lives, passing so unexpectedly. My sympathy to their family and friends.' Another tribute added: 'RIP to this handsome couple Adam & Tomas, so very sad, condolences to both of their grieving families. May they find comfort in the memories of happy times shared together.'
Fundraiser for funeral costs
Adam’s aunt, Mirka Kohutovicova, launched a fundraiser for her nephew and his husband following the tragedy to help with funeral costs. She said: 'I am fundraising for the joint funeral of my nephew Adam Hencek and his husband Tomas Feuller, who tragically passed away on the 02.06.2026 and 05.06.2026 respectively. We would greatly appreciate any donations to help fund the wake and the cremation of the newlyweds.' Within days, the GoFundMe reached its target of €12,000 (£10,352).
