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A mountain walker who died suddenly on New Year s Eve has been described as a gentle giant with a heart to match . Mark Elliott (44) from Portadown passed away from a suspected heart attack while descending the Donard Commedagh Saddle around 1.50pm on Thursday afternoon. A popular member of the Flute Church Band and the Portadown True Blues Flute Band, he is survived by his wife Tracy and his son Alexander. Earlier in the week Mr Elliott, an experienced walker, had posted an anniversary tribute to his wife on social media and had also shared pictures of them enjoying a day of hiking on Boxing Day. ....