British Father-of-Two, 37, Dies Suddenly on Holiday in Tenerife as Heartbroken Family Pays Tribute to His “Infectious Spirit”

A holiday with friends in Tenerife has ended in heartbreaking tragedy after Warren Coard, a 37-year-old father of two from Northern Ireland, died unexpectedly while abroad. The sudden loss has devastated his fiancée, Olivia Greer, their two young sons, Charlie and Levi, and the wider community that knew and loved him. As tributes continue to pour in, friends and former teammates are remembering a man whose warmth and personality made a lasting impression on everyone around him.

Warren, who was from County Antrim, had travelled to the popular Spanish island for a trip with friends. Details surrounding his death have not yet been made public, and the cause remains unknown. The sudden nature of the tragedy has left loved ones grieving while they try to come to terms with losing someone who, at just 37, was described as having so much more life ahead of him.

Those closest to Warren have paid tribute to his remarkable personality, describing him as the “life and soul” of every gathering. A fundraising appeal established by friends said he had an infectious spirit and an extraordinary ability to bring people together, brighten a room and make others smile. Their message reflected the profound impact he had on friends, family and everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Warren was also a familiar face in Northern Ireland’s football community, where he worked as a goalkeeper coach and maintained strong connections with several clubs. For him, football was more than a game: it was a community built around teamwork, friendship and shared memories. His sudden passing has prompted emotional tributes from clubs where he had played, coached and supported fellow players over the years.

Barn United Football Club, based in Carrickfergus, expressed its sadness at the death of its former goalkeeper coach, affectionately known as “Coardy.” The club sent its thoughts to his entire family and paid tribute to a much-loved former member of its football community. Islandmagee Football Club also shared its condolences, remembering Warren for his connections with the club as a goalkeeper, goalkeeping coach and long-time supporter.

Beyond the football pitch, Warren’s greatest legacy was the family he leaves behind. His fiancée, Olivia, and their sons, Charlie and Levi, are now facing an unimaginable loss. Friends have launched a fundraising appeal to help support the family with funeral expenses, easing some of the unexpected financial pressure at a time when they should be able to focus on grieving and remembering their loved one.

The appeal also highlighted just how deeply Warren was loved, with those behind it saying that the number of lives he touched reflected the kind of person he was. Their message captured the pain of losing someone so young, along with the memories and experiences that his family and friends will carry forward.

For now, many questions remain about the circumstances of Warren’s death in Tenerife. No cause has been confirmed publicly, and further details have yet to emerge. Amid the uncertainty, one message has remained constant throughout the tributes: Warren Coard was a devoted father, a much-loved partner, a valued friend and a familiar presence in his football community. His loved ones say he was taken far too soon, but he will not be forgotten.

Sources: The Sun