Son of former golfer David Feherty dies from overdose
Shey Feherty died on his 29th birthday and his funeral will take place in Dallas, Texas, on Tuesday.
The son of David Feherty, the Northern Ireland golfer turned US commentary star, has died from an overdose.
Feherty tweeted the tragic news on social media.
“My first born son is gone from me, dying from an overdose on his 29th birthday. Bless his sweet heart, I will fight on.”
It is understood Shey Feherty died on Saturday. A funeral service was to be held in Dallas, Texas, on Tuesday.
David Feherty, 58, was originally from Bangor, Co Down, but is now based in Dallas.
After a successful playing career, which saw him represent Europe in the Ryder Cup, Feherty went on to forge a career as an on-course commentator and analyst.
Having previously worked for CBS, he now has his own show on NBC’s Golf Channel.
He has spoken publicly about his own battles with alcohol and drug addiction in the past.
Hollywood actor Don Cheadle was among those to extend condolences.
“Oh, David. Gutted. No words. Thinking of you and love you, man,” he tweeted.
PGA tour golfer Tony Finau tweeted: “Sad to hear. Thoughts and prayers with you and the family David.”
