I dont know if my previous message was lost or saved, but I hoped that time would ease the pain of Raymond, Gerard , and Catherine her only sister. but for her mother Mary or Raymond her dad , frankly I dont have answers to that sense of loss. but I wanted also to thank the Keadykat for making a fine remembrance of Ethna

I had not seen Eithne for a while but as so many have said she was the kind of person who touched your life, even in moments. An amazing listener, she loved people for who they were and always took care to ensure nobody felt left out or sad. Eithne, you never knew how much you helped me at a time when I felt so lost. thank you. A true Angel, you will be sadly missed. Your beauty and kindness lives on in our hearts. le gra go deo. M

I didnt know Eithne and i know this memorial is not intended for messages. But reading about about Eithne, seeing the pics i realise she must have been a wonderfull person. A great loss and i wish her family the best ib dealing with this loss. We will pray for you.

I was so sad to hear the news of Eithne Walls.I competed with eithne for years and she was beautiful inside and out and so talented and clever.you will be so sadly missed by everyones life you touched

I didnt actually know you but I am a big Riverdance fan and have seen the show in my home of New Zealand. The loss of the Air France flight was an absolute tragedy for all concerned. I have looked at your beautiful photos Eithne and read about you. You are an amazing girl. So talented and you have achieved much in your short but action packed life. May God bless your family right now and I hope you rest in peace. Carolyn Quinlan, New Zealand.

I was privileged to have met Eithne and she really was the happiest and most beautiful girl you could ever meet, Jason was on Broadway with her and said "She was the nicest person in the whole show and would do anything for anyone". She was a smart and wonderful girl and its so sad to think of how many people she would have helped not just in medicine but also with her good nature and constant thoughtfulness. Condolences to all of the walls family- our prayers are with you, especially Raymond (we're thinking of you) We'll always remember fondly such a special girl with that beautiful smile. Katie and Jason McMorrow

Although I am not sure if our paths crossed during my time with Riverdance as a singer, I send all good, loving thoughts to Eithne's family....it's been a privilege to be involved with such open giving, young souls in the show. Our lives should be measured by what we leave. To dance is a gift to the world....Eithne's gift is timeless....

We were both in Riverdance together and lived in the same building in Astoria Queens, New York. We were having the time of our lives living in the greatest city in the world. She would always tell me about how she was going to study medicine. I would wake up most mornings by banging on her door to go for our 7am run. We never stopped running for the full hour. We used to almost have to stop sometimes from laughing at the characters we would pass along the way. We were so exhausted by the end. It might sound like nothing to some of you but it was a time I will remember. After the broadway show closed a few days before 9/11, the cast and crew all went their seperate ways. We emailed each other only a few times after that but she always told me how she was doing with her studies. She was one of the few really genuine none materialistic girls I had the pleasure of working with. She was a beautiful person inside and out with a good heart. I will always remember our time in New York and the laughs in our apartment with my best buddy Eamon Ellams and Gary Grant, sitting out on the balcony during the summer months with the never ending music and the late night until dawn conversations. Our Loss is heavens gain. goodbye Eithne, I will not forget you. Dazzy x

I danced with Eithne many years ago with the McCaul Academy and was so shocked when I heard her name on the news, Id like to offer my deepest sympathies to the Walls family. xx

I remember Eithne from work in Tallaght hospital. I was lucky enough to have had a few small chats with this trully special person. She was enchanting, poised, elegant, vivacious, totally charming, and a consumate professional. Everytime she passed I would find myself willing to be something like this gorgeous person and I only knew her briefly. Thats the depth of her effect. She was a true lady, a beacon of pure lovely warmth. I pray for her and her family. I hope the paralysing numbness they feel now, is in time softened. Your daughter was very great. God Bless, Nicola Coonan.

We have fond memories of Eithne, especially during our youth, enjoying the clhallenges of Irish Dancing and Orchestra. She was a brilliant girl and a shining star. Mary, you were always such a positive influence on our lives. We pray that God may grant you all his special graces to help you and your family to carry this tremendous burden. Love, Stefanie, Johanna and Kendra (Saintfield)

i remember eithne from my irish dancing days and know her family well.id like to offer my deepest sympathies to her mother,father and two brothers.sean oneill.

I meet Eithne in primary school the little girl with curls and glasses, a silly memory I have is of the two of us managing to break a toy clock and trying not to get caught and later I remember our chats on the bus on the way to tech. I also worked with her mum for many years and I saw how proud her family were of her achievements, and the love they had for each other. You and your family are in my prayers Rest in Peace. Carina Fitzsimons(Murray)

I did not know Eithne but having been involved in the Irish Dancing circle for many years I felt very saddened when I heard the news. She was obviously a very talented and gifted individual who excelled in every area of her life, someone who I am sure will live on in the hearts of those who knew her. Rest In Peace Eithne

Having taught dancing for many years I had the great pleasure of watching Eithne dancing at local feiseanna many times. I really enjoyed the chats I had with Eithne's mum, Mary, since I just lived across the road from grandparents, John and Mrs McGourty. My thoughts and prayers are with you Mary and all your family.

I remember Eithne from the Gillan School of dancing. We had great times there. Even though it many years since i last seen her i often thought of her and the rest of the girls in the dance class. I just can't descibe the shock of what happened. Its truely awful. My thoughts are with the Walls family. Rest in Peace Eithne. xoxo. Youl''be dancing with the angels, teaching them a jig. God bless. xoxoxo.

Our hearts are filled with sorrow. Eithne was a cousin to Sanni Mc Gourty who is my godchild. My deepest sympathy to McGourty and Walls family.

Eithne, you changed my life! You didn't judge what you saw. You watched what was happening and understood. You told me how to overcome the bullies, not just in school but in the dancing community as well. You made me a better person. And i thank you for that. P.S. There is no icon on here to descride what she did for me!

Some of my memories of Eithne are of when she would come into the kitchen while her mother, Mary, and I were having a cup of coffee after work. Eithne would bounce up onto the kitchen worktop and share snippets of her day with Mary. She always spoke with such brightness, excitement and enthusiasm in her voice - and ALWAYS smiling - no matter how late at night it was! Eithne, her family and close friends- you are in my Prayers. Love to you always. Elaine McMenamin-Bradley.

I was privileged to have played a few tunes on my fiddle for Eithne to dance at Mary's mother's birthday. She was such a warm, loving person. I only met her once but she made me feel like she knew me all my life. I will never forget her. That was Eithne's touch. Paddy McMenamin.

leslie anne kerr

15 years ago

Dear Paddy, Having read your poignant, heartfelt tribute to this beautiful young woman, I was so very touched. I a stranger from Southern California, but I know that your words have brought some measure of comfort to the grieving family. "Eithne's touch" How dear is that? Leslie

My son Chris went to school in Darragh Cross with Eithne she had that smile then that we all loved. I feel so sorry for her whole Family circle. Her mum Mary was my Boss for Years and a treat to work for .it is such a shame to lose such a lovely girl. She was dearly loved by all such a talented and gifted person in all she done.

My thoughts and prayers are with the Walls family and Eithne's friends at this very sad time. No words can express how you must feel on the loss of a beautiful daughter, sister and friend. Eithne was a true star and a ray of sunshine who had the whole world in her hands. I first met Eithne and family at the Irish Dancing feises and had the pleasure to meet her again in Riverdance. When I think of Eithne, I see her dazzling smile. I know she is shining down on us all in heaven. I always remember Eithne's signature, it was the sweetest thing ever. Will miss her smile. Love and Lollipops Eithne xo- xo- xo-

Eithne was born two years after I started working at her dad’s family business, Micwall Developments Ltd. Through the years I watched her blossom into the star and beautiful girl she was! As a student she worked in the office where we all enjoyed her warm, bubbly and affectionate personality. Eithne’s mum Mary taught my two boys at St Caolan’s PS, Darragh Cross where she worked tirelessly as school principal My sister Caroline and I were lucky to see Eithne perform at the Gaiety Theatre, Dublin where she danced magnificently. On behalf of myself and the extended Cummings family circle, I would like to express our sincere sympathy to Raymond, Mary, Catherine, Raymond and Gerard. Geraldine O Callaghan

Eithne, It was a joy to have met you. Your presence touched the life of many. You were such a credit to your family as they were to you. I always remember the days when we danced for the Armstrong scool of Dancing and how dedicated you were to both your music and your dancing as you used to get up at six in the morning to practise your music so that you could head straight to dancing class after school. Your dedication paid off. You were an amazing and beutiful young woman who's life was brought to such a shocking and tragic end. My thoughts will stay with you and your family forever. Slan Eithne

EITHNE YOU WERE SUCH AN AMAZING PERSON WHO BROUGHT HAPPINESS AND LAUGHTER TO ALL THAT MEET YOU. YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE WILL BE DEARLY MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS.XXX

How to you start to put into words who Eithne was and what she meant to you - I feel the Walls family did an amazing job of doing just that with their statement - I'm so sorry for your loss, I can't imagine how tough this is for you all. As for me, I met Eithne when I worked on Broadway for a few months in 2001. I shared many lovely times with her there and many fantastic nights out since. She was the most genuine person I've met and was a true lady - I feel blessed to be able to have called her my friend. I will cherish all my photos of us forever, they will help bring back to life just how wonderful it was to be around her and more importantly remind me of her amazing smile. I hope you are at peace - I'll miss you forever Eithne.

I had just been diagnosed with cancer when I had the great pleasure of meeting Eithne in 2001. My cousin was in Riverdance with her and they generously allowed me to tag along with them all summer. I was lucky enough to get to have a few conversations with her about my diagnosis, and she was a warm and tremendous comfort. I only spent a matter of hours with her, but remember clearly every minute, I can only imagine how heartbroken those who knew her well must be... She was incredibly bright, kind and lit up the place in a way that stays with you forever. A tremendous loss. My heart and prayers go out to her friends, family and colleagues.

I have so many memories of Eithne. Both Raymond and Eithne attended our class for many many years. Eithne was hard working, honest adorable girl. Patricia and myself are devastated by this tragic loss. We will remember all the good times with Eithne and we can truly say there were no bad times.We had some real laughs and great giggles. The reception we received yesterday by your family was unbelievable.Your mum is so proud of you Eithne.You will never be forgotten by all your friends in Derry. God Bless xx

Eithne...Both you and your family are in our prayers. You were a lovely kind girl who always had time for everyone. As you would write, 'love and lollipops' ... God Bless x

Many happy and teasured memories of you Eithne (goodness I could never spell your name right). We danced many years ago for Maura Bennett, me, you and your big bro Ray. Many fun memories together at dance competitions and dancing in the Flying squad in Riverdance. I'm in total shock at your loss and my deepest sympathies to your family. I will always think of you and your family in my prayers and treasure the photos I have of us that celebrate your memory. You were an amazing person, so kind and considerate, big smiler. I will never forget you. Bless you and your family x

The shock ,when I heard the sad news , last week travelling to Paris for an art fair , just merged into grief, and I know as a family and extended family we all have a particular memory of Ethna, .I hope Catherine her sister and brothers Gerard and Raymond and parents Mary and Raymond sn know we all are thinking about them now

I never did have have the pleasure of meeting Eithne as a dancer in Riverdance but remember her so well from growing up at feiseanna as Ray's sister. What a beautiful woman you did grow into Eithne and how far your appeal did stretch. The tributes to you are so heartfelt. I wish I had known you and in a way I feel I did through Ray. He spoke of you often when we were away on tour and was so fond of his little sister. You, in your life touched so many people and your passing has clearly affected many more. For your family, I cannot imagine how they are dealing with your loss. I only can offer my deepest sympathy. To all you riverdancers who knew Eithne so well, I can't imagine how you are feeling. I know those bonds made on tour are incredibly strong. Ray and all the Walls family, my deepest sympathy goes out to you for your loss. God bless all of you.

Waterford Regional Hospital, Thurs June 11th @ 4pm, Church A wonderful caring doctor with a winning smile and an infectious giggle. Eithne, you were always in good form even after 24 hours with very little sleep. Despite my efforts to persuade you to stay in hospital Medicine, you were intent on Ophthalmology as a career and all the interview practice paid off. Full of common sense, full of chat and exuding happy rays always. You are sadly missed by all who knew you at WRH.

Eithne was a really nice cousin of mine, she had a special smile and was one of my favourite cousins. She was such a talented irish dancer and doctor. I miss her so much and think about her everyday. She will be missed so much love and lollypops niamh. x

I am deeply saddened & shocked by the tragic, devastating and all too soon passing of Eithne. I feel privileged to have called her a friend for many years while she danced here in Derry for the McCaul school. She was truely a wonderful person in everyway & the world is a darker place without her in it, but the heavens will shine brighter with their beautiful new angel. I will hold my memories of Eithne close and will always look upon them with great affection & smile. Mary, Raymond & young Raymond & family, our thoughts & prayers are with you through this most heartbreaking of times. Eithne will always live on in our hearts, forever young, forever beautiful & forever smiling. Sleep tight Eithne. xxxx Mairead, Margaret & Charlie

To meet her was to know her and to always remember her. She was so bright in so many ways - Her smile was her trademark and her personality absolutely infectious. Such a huge loss - the world has lost someone who was undoubtedly going to be a brilliant doctor and who had already proved herself as an excellent dancer, but most importantly the Walls family have lost a daughter and a sister and my thoughts and prayers are with them at this terrible time.