Pa O’Dwyer has passed away at the age of 40, reportedly due to a heart attack. Reports indicated he collapsed in the early morning hours while preparing for an upcoming competition, during a cutting phase for weight loss.The Irish competitor never married but was in a long-term relationship with Layna Foley, with whom he shared three children, Sienna, Rocco and Freddy. According to her Instagram, she owns a beauty salon called Laynas Beauty Rooms in Rathkeale, Ireland. She helped him in his training and had always been a backbone for him. She has been receiving community support via a GoFundMe following the sudden death of her partner.The Limerick native dubbed the “Limerick Lion” excelled in strongman competitions. He secured five Ireland's Strongest Man titles, made history as the first Irish victor of UK's Strongest Man in 2018 and earned runner-up honors at Britain's Strongest Man in 2022.Continue to read more.Tributes pour in as Pa O’Dwyer passes away Pa O’Dwyer’s sudden death has shocked his fans and the strongman community, who are remembering him in their emotional tributes. Tributes have poured in from the strongman community since his sudden passing.“A true strongman, an even better human, and one of the funniest characters the world was ever blessed with. Pa brought strength, laughter and warmth wherever he went. He genuinely was one of life’s biggest characters and everyone who ever met him would have a story to tell I’m sure.” Eddie Hall wrote in his emotional post. View this post on Instagram Instagram Post“I’ve been friends with Pa for about six years now and he was a great dude, one of the funniest and nicest dudes that I’ve ever met and had the pleasure of competing with…” Evan Singleton known as the Strongest Man on Earth paid his tribute to Pa O’Dwyer who had known to him for six years. He shared a heartfelt message on social media.“Loved the battles over the years and you were always fun to be around. My love and thoughts go to Pa’s family.” Laurence Shahlaei took to his Instagram Story to share his tribute to O’Dwyer.“Just heard the news about @PaODwyer1. I’m absolutely devastated. My thoughts are with his wife and children. A former Ireland and UK Strongman champion and a huge advocate for mental health. RIP, Big fella. You’ll be missed by us all.” Sheamus, a four-time WWE World Champion from Dublin shared in his message on X.“Shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Pa O Dwyer this morning. Pa was not only a top class strongman but had an amazing, unique ability to light up a room when he walked in it… To be in his company was an experience you would never forget… Rest in peace Pa, you will be sadly missed…” A fan wrote on X.“Rest in Peace Pa O’Dwyer. I met him twice, in two different lounges, and both times he had me in absolute knots of laughter. A truly special human being who just knew exactly how to put things.” Another added.Pa O‘Dwyer will always be remembered for his strength, humor and devotion to his kids.