Tullamore GAA flag to fly at half mast after passing of former club caretaker

Tullamore GAA club has paid a warm tribute to former club caretaker Paddy Kavanagh, who died earlier today (Thursday).

Mr Kavanagh, of Clontarf Road, Tullamore, passed away peacefully at home, with his loving family.

A tribute from Tullamore GAA said everyone at the club was deeply saddened to hear the news of his passing in the early hours of Thursday morning.

"Paddy served as caretaker for our club for many years, taking pride in the upkeep of the grounds and proud to see many a player develop from our underage ranks into the adult teams," said the club.

"We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Paddy’s family, Mary, Michael, Patrick and Geraldine, daughter-in-law Lily, grandchildren Andrew, Alan, Gary and Kelsey, great-grandchildren Owen, Jayden, Aidan, Katie-Marie, Katelyn, Ben, Ava and Lilyanna, brother Michael, sisters Mary, Bridget and Lily, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

"As a mark of respect our club flag flies at half mast."

Mr Kavanagh was predeceased by his beloved wife Kathleen, two infant children, and his brother Charlie.

He will be reposing at O'Reilly's Funeral Home, Harbour Street, Tullamore (R35 FC84) tomorrow, Friday, from 4.30pm until removal at 6.30pm to the Church of the Assumption, Tullamore.

His funeral Mass will take place on Saturday morning at 10am, with burial afterwards in Clonminch Cemetery. The funeral Mass will be streamed online here.

May he rest in peace.