David Feherty announced that his 29-year-old son had died from an overdose, here is how the golf world responded...
The Golfing World Unites For David Feherty After Son Passes
Golf Channel host and on-course reporter David Feherty announced on Tuesday that his eldest son Shey had died from an overdose on his birthday.
My first born son is gone from me, dying from an overdose on his 29th birthday. Bless his sweet heart, I will fight on.
— David Feherty (@Fehertwit) August 1, 2017
The Northern Irishman received huge support from the golfing world, here are some of the tweets of support:
Such sad news! I can't even imagine how you must be feeling right now my good friend. Thinking of you! Stay strong @Fehertwit https://t.co/2P99RZbIIU
— Sergio Garcia (@TheSergioGarcia) August 2, 2017
Sorry to hear the sad news from @Fehertwit family loss today. Best wishes to you Guys.
— Ernie Els (@TheBig_Easy) August 1, 2017
David, so terribly sad to hear this tragic loss. Vivienne, my family & I send our condolences, love and support during this difficult time.
— Gary Player (@garyplayer) August 1, 2017
.@Fehertwit David, Thinking of you and the family. Be strong my friend. Much love The Poulter's
— Ian Poulter (@IanJamesPoulter) August 2, 2017
So sorry to hear the news Fehert.
— Darren Clarke (@DarrenClarke60) August 1, 2017
So sorry to hear that david was great to see you at the open https://t.co/uBFW4Tj8xw
— Paul Lawrie (@PaulLawriegolf) August 1, 2017
David Feherty's always been there for us. It's our turn to be there for him. You'll never meet a kinder soul. Prayers to David & his family
— Kelly Tilghman (@KellyTilghmanGC) August 2, 2017
Really sad and sorry to read of this news Fehrt – thinking of you all
— Paul McGinley (@mcginleygolf) August 1, 2017
Feherty thanked the world for the support he and his family had received
Thank you all so much for your messages. To be surrounded by such love is of great comfort to me at this time
— David Feherty (@Fehertwit) August 1, 2017
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