Marty Whelan has announced the passing of Alfie, his beloved Old English sheepdog. Marty Whelan has announced the passing of Alfie, his beloved Old English sheepdog. Pic: Marty Whelan/Instagram‘Losing Alfie has left such a void in our lives,’ Marty wrote on social media. Marty shared a picture of him and his beloved pooch on social media following the announcement, alongside a painting of Alfie by artist Tony O’Connor. Marty shared a lovely portrait of his dog, painted by Tony O’Connor, in the tribute to Alfie.