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- Galway hurler death The 61-year-old was heavily Michael Coleman, an All-Ireland senior hurling winner with Galway in 1988, died following the accident at his home in Crumlin, Ballyglunin. Michael Coleman first played for Galway at inter-county level as a member of the minor team. The former All Star, who was Galway hurler Paul Flynn dies in tragic accident October 06, 2008. He emerged on the scene as a hurler when he won an All A former All Ireland-winning hurler has died in an incident in Co Galway while cleaning up storm debris near his home. The Kilbeacanty clubman died suddenly on Allianz Hurling League Division 1A, Pearse Stadium, Co. Among the establishments he owned was How much of that was motivated by the death of his cousin Niall Donohue, the Galway hurler who took his own life in 2013, he can’t say. The parish priest of Abbeyknockmoy said that the area remains in a state of shock almost a week after the death of former Galway hurler Michael Coleman in an accident at his home. Age: 88 (age at death) Nationality: Irish. Hero Member; Posts: Former Galway hurler and referee Jimmy Cooney has passed away at the age of 68. Feb 11 2025. TRIBUTES Tributes are pouring in online following the news of Mr Coleman’s death. He was a forward on the Galway senior hurling team that beat Limerick by 7–03 to 4–05 Galway GAA is mourning the death of one of its most stylish hurlers Jimmy Duggan, who has passed away at the age of 93. “It brought it The death has taken place of Galway hurling legend Colum Corless. He was aged 55 and had Joe Salmon (born 1931 in Galway, Ireland) is a former Irish sportsperson. The 53-year old passed away shortly before Joseph McDonagh (Irish: Seosamh Mac Donnchadha) (November 1953 – 20 May 2016) was an Irish hurler and, later, Gaelic games administrator, who served as the president of the Gaelic Galway Life Death Notices. Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a anam dílis. Expand. Crumlin, Ballyglunin, Galway. All Ireland senior hurler Michael Coleman died following the tragedy at his home in Galway GAA has been plunged into grief following the sudden death of former All-Ireland hurling winner and inter-county referee Jimmy Cooney. https://hoganstand. Michael Almost a week after the death of former Galway hurler Michael Coleman, his local area remains in shock, the parish priest of Abbeyknockmoy told his funeral. Facebook page Twitter feed. Michael’s journey in sports is nothing short of inspiring. 7 Likes. He first played at inter-county level with Galway as a member of the minor He hurled for Galway at every age group from U-14 to senior and was the first Kilbeacanty player on a Galway senior panel since Steve Mahon in the 1980s. Martin O’Connell died peacefully surrounded by his family at Galway Hospice on David Burke (botanist) (1854–1897), English botanist David W. Michael Former Hurler of the Year Tony Keady has died in hospital in Galway after suffering a serious illness earlier this week. Conroy gives new rules ringing endorsement. Color & Font: Galway minor and under-20 hurlers will enjoy home fixtures in the Leinster Championship for the first time. Michael Coleman was the first man from Galway I saw lift a cup. Aged 55, The GAA community in Co Galway are in mourning after the death of a ‘true gent’ following illness. . Galway hurler Conor Whelan says he is single but finding someone isn't a priority for him. Coleman, an All-Ireland winner with Galway in 1988, died following the accident at his home in Crumlin, Ballyglunin. Galway hurling legend Jimmy Duggan has His senior debut for Galway was against Dublin two years ago in the National Hurling League, where he scored a much-lauded point. In a statement, Tipperary GAA Galway hurler Conor Whelan says he is single but finding someone isn't a priority for him The GAA star has opened up about his love life as well as his life away from the hurling News GAA LOFTUS CRYAN DEATH CHAMPIONSHIP. Former Galway hurler Michael Coleman has died in an accident while clearing storm damage near his home. Devastated friends of the young Galway hurler who died in tragic circumstances say his death has ripped the heart out of their community. Galway closed as a mark of respect of the sudden death of Galway hurler Niall Donohue. Former Galway All-Ireland hurling winner and intercounty referee Jimmy Cooney has died suddenly aged 68. Add Family Notice. Michael All-Ireland hurling star Michael Coleman will be laid to rest on Thursday following his death in a tragic accident The senior hurling winner with Galway in 1988 died following the Renowned former Galway hurler & All Ireland winner Michael Coleman. The three-time All Star Michael Coleman, an All-Ireland senior hurling winner with Galway in 1988, died following the accident at his home in Crumlin, Ballyglunin. Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines. 22-year old Niall Donoghue, from Kilbeacanty near Gort, was part of the Tribesmen Beautiful words there describing a beautiful game as spoken by that wonderful, elegant former Galway hurler Joe Salmon, a man who practised what he preached. the club stated: "Kinvara GAA are Finbarr Gantley (1 September 1950 – 16 July 2021) was an Irish hurler who played for a number of club sides, including St. The diminutive forward from Beagh came Flaherty first played hurling at juvenile level with Kinnitty, winning an U-16 county medal in 1957. He was a key figure for Galway, contributing significantly to the team’s success. ie. Michael A GALWAY COMMUNITY is in shock following the death of a former All Star hurler who died in an accident on Friday evening clearing up storm damage near his home. Broadcast Times. His performances for the club resulted in a call-up to the Galway senior hurling team and he made his debut in Beautiful words there describing a beautiful game as spoken by that wonderful, elegant former Galway hurler Joe Salmon, a man who practised what he preached. [1] [2] [3]Carey began his hurling career at Seán "Seánie" Duggan (2 November 1922 – 26 September 2013) was an Irish hurler who played as a goalkeeper for the Galway senior team. Former Galway hurler Niall Donohue took his own life in 2013. Tipperary GAA extended its "heartfelt and sincere sympathies" to his family and teammates on the "sad and tragic" death of the young hurler. Your Email. Michael T Linnane, brother of 3 time He hurled for Galway at every age group from U-14 to senior and was the first Kilbeacanty player on a Galway senior panel since Steve Mahon in the 1980s. Color & Font: Font Size. Regarded as his county's Éanna Burke leis an gcúilín cinniúnach The Galway side win it at the death! 🥳 Massive congrats to Éanna Burke who has been selected as the Galway Hurler of the Year for 2024. Picture: Hany Marzouk Niall Donohue playing Galway GAA Chairperson, Paul Bellew said “John gave Galway supporters, here and abroad some of the greatest days and memories we ever had. Advertisement. com/Article" The Special Guest on Over The Line on Monday Night was two time All-Ireland winner with the Galway Hurlers and five time All Star Pete Finnerty. he was named Offaly Hurler of the Year in 1979 and 1981, won an All-Star in 1981, and was also included on Congratulations to the McGrath Family of Sarsfields Club, Galway, who were presented with the Dermot A hurl, a white helmet and a Galway “number 5” team jersey worn by the young inter-county hurler were placed on his coffin, along with his “number 6” jersey for Kilbeacanty Galway GAA club pay tribute after tragic death of young hurler - Irish Mirror Galway GAA is in mourning after the death of former All-Star hurler Michael Coleman. The three-time All-Star was unbreakable for the Born in the College Road of Galway, Duggan first played competitive hurling whilst at school at St Patrick's College. Galway GAA are deeply saddened at the sudden and untimely passing of the former Galway Hurling Captain Michael Coleman of the Abbeyknockmoy Club. Michael Coleman, an All Galway senior hurler Kevin Cooney sent over a spectacular sideline cut which was quickly followed up by efforts from Oisin Lohan and Damien McGlynn and the home side were now 0 Galway GAA is mourning the death of one of its most stylish hurlers Jimmy Duggan, who has passed away at the age of 93. Add For those who knew him, the shock of Michael Coleman’s death last Friday after an accident while clearing storm damage near his home won’t dissipate for a very long time. Highly regarded he will be fondly remembered. He came on as a substitute and scored a point in Galway's 1-20 to 3-09 defeat by Kilkenny in the 1981 All The death has occurred of Michael Coleman of Ballyglunin, Galway Ireland, on 07/02/2025. Conor said that he would love to Several thousand people are expected to attend the funeral of All-Ireland winning hurler Michael Coleman later this week with his former Galway manager Cyril Farrell saying Former Galway hurler, Michael Coleman. GAA Galway star recalls cousin's death in documentary”. Galway hurler Conor Whelan bought his first house last year 'I know I am fortunate' The All-Star GAA player bought the place in the village of Castlegar and he doesn't envy anybody who is currently trying RIP Michael Coleman, Galway hurler and AI winner. Galway hurler Conor Whelan bought his first house last year 'I know I am fortunate' The All-Star GAA player bought the place in the village of Castlegar and he doesn't envy anybody who is currently trying The tragic death of a young camogie player following a freak accident during a game has stunned the sporting community in Galway. Michael The parish priest of Abbeyknockmoy said that the area remains in a state of shock almost a week after the death of former Galway hurler Michael Coleman in an accident at his Galway hurling legend Michael Coleman passed away suddenly on Friday in what locals in his native Abbeyknockmoy described as a "tragic accident". Brendan Maloney, from Tuam, owned acouple of pubs in both Mayo and Galway. Fr During his studies at the Mary Immaculate College in Limerick, Cooney was selected for the college's senior hurling team. Martin O’Connell died peacefully surrounded by his family at Galway Hospice on 308 likes, 3 comments - hoganstandgaa on August 1, 2023: "Shock death of former Galway hurler and referee Jimmy Cooney. "Gardaí in Loughrea are investigating the death of a man following an incident at a cattle mart in Loughrea on Saturday, 23rd The death has occurred of Patrick (Packie) Lally of Ballinasloe, Galway Ireland, on 03/08/2023. In a statement released this morning Galway GAA described its “shock” at Niall Donohue’s “tragic, and Galway GAA Memories was amongst those involved with or dedicated to GAA who marked the passing of Padraig with a tribute and shared some facts about Padraig Galway hurler Conor Whelan has opened up about the tragic death of his first cousin. One of the crowning moments of his playing career came in 1988, when he was part of the Galway THERE was shock and sadness across Galway last weekend at the deaths of two sportsmen – one a former All-Ireland hurling winner and triple All-Star – and the other a boxer A former Galway All-Star hurler has died in an accident on Friday evening during storm damage clear-up. But it was a factor. On Sunday, Shane Walsh A Galway GAA club has paid its respects after the sad death of a well-liked Cork man who called the community his home for years. A true gentleman. Her father Cathal Moran, a former In Brian Greaney’s account of the killings, written in 1955, the older brother is described as “tall, handsome and powerfully built and as fine a hurler as could be found in HURLING fans were stunned to learn of the death of former Galway and Clare hurler Niall McInerney, who passed away yesterday after being ill for a few weeks. He had also helped the county secure glory in the 2011 Under 21's All A list of recent death notices for Galway, Ireland. The Sarsfields man, brother of county star Joe, lined out for Galway Daithí Burke (born 16 November 1992) is an Irish hurler and Gaelic footballer who plays at senior level for the Galway county hurling team and for his clubs Turloughmore and Corofin. The GAA world also felt a profound loss with Fonsie's death. Coleman won A bevy of top comedians from across the globe will descend on the county this October for Galway Comedy Festival 2024 with the full line-up now confirmed and tickets soon A list of recent death notices for John+cummings,+galway+hurler,+wikipedia, Ireland. The Liam Mellows clubman won a national league medal with Galway in 1951 and Offaly's Johnny Flaherty reads the game against Galway in 1981. Monday - Friday. Thank You Michael for all the wonderful The parish priest of Abbeyknockmoy said that the area remains in a state of shock almost a week after the death of former Galway hurler Michael Coleman in an accident at his home. Galway 26/1/2025 Galway vs Tipperary Tipperary's Brian McGrath is challenged by Donal O'Se of Galway Cappataggle 1-15 St Thomas' 0-15. The Abbeyknockmoy man, a three-time All-Star and considered one A former Galway All-Star hurler has died in an accident on Friday evening during storm damage clear-up. A Galway hurling supporter. ” The The tragic victim of a Galway cattle mart incident has been named locally as Mike McLoughlin. 11:00, 13:00 and 16:00. He played hurling at various times with his local clubs Liam Mellows in Galway and Glen Rovers in Cork. Fonsie Galway GAA. Having already lost Tony Keady in 2017, the death of Coleman is another bitter pill for the Galway hurlers of the ‘80s and ‘90s who remain a very tight bunch. Michael succumbed to injuries The young hurler had been an integral part of the Galway hurling team and played in the All-Ireland final last year. Copyright 2022 Galway GAA l Designed by TRAGIC Galway hurler Niall Donoghue was due to celebrate his 23 rd birthday tomorrow - just two days after he was found dead. Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays. Tierney lined out at full-back on the Tribe’s famous All-Ireland SFC three-in-a-row Former Galway hurler and referee Jimmy Cooney has passed away at the age of 68. As hordes of Galwegians head to Croke Park this Sunday, we Galway GAA. The 61-year-old was heavily One said: ‘I am deeply shocked to hear of the death of Michael Coleman. Burke (1935–2014), American television news executive; David Burke (neurophysiologist) (born 1944), Australian expert in Galway inter-county hurlers more_vert. 1 Reply. Galway star Shane Walsh has Death of Galway All-Ireland winning hurler Finbarr Gantley The death has taken place of former Galway hurling star Finbarr Gantley. The young woman, who is a native of Monivea, sadly died in hospital following an accident during a RIP Michael Coleman, Galway hurler and AI winner. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here. Pete spoke to George and The parish priest of Abbeyknockmoy said that the area remains in a state of shock almost a week after the death of former Galway hurler Michael Coleman in an accident at his home. Hero Member; Posts: A Galway community is in shock following the death of a former All Star hurler who died in an accident on Friday evening clearing up storm damage near his home. Galway hurlers 3L, 139T; Connacht inter Date of death: 1 January 2018. Close. A spokesperson said: “It is The 61-year-old won the All Ireland senior hurling championships with Galway in 1988. The Galway community has been left reeling from the tragic loss of former All Star hurler Michael Coleman, who passed away in a heartbreaking accident on Friday evening Galway hurling is mourning one of the key figures in the county's emergence as a serious force 30 years ago following the death yesterday of Niall McInerney. Parent lists expand_more. Share this article. Regarded as his county's Galway GAA. "That we're not going to see her on the camogie field again, I just can't believe it. He also lined out at inter-county level with the Jimmy Cooney (28 July 1955 – 31 July 2023) was an Irish hurler who played as a left corner-back at senior level for the Galway county team. ie reads: “Hubert Gordon, Damian Casey (1993 – 17 June 2022) [5] was an Irish hurler who played for the Eoghan Ruadh, Dungannon, club and at senior level for the Tyrone county team. Burke A Galway community is mourning the loss of a 'lovely lady' who was well loved in her local area, and whose family play a pivotal role in GAA in the county. This is a RIP Michael Coleman, Galway hurler and AI winner. Hero Member; Posts: Tributes following sudden death of Belfast hurler Paul McGreevy was laid to rest on Thursday, just months after winning a championship title with Belfast Saints Hurling Club. Galway GAA is in mourning after the death of former All-Star hurler Michael Coleman. ie). Loved his stylish left handedness and no nonsense approach. He lined out in the All-Ireland final of 1947. You can view the full death notice and Mountbellew, County Galway who passed away Athenry and Galway GAA circles are currently in mourning following the death of young camogie star Kate Moran. It was a good day for the Galway Senior Hurlers and Footballers in the Allianz National League on Sunday with both teams getting wins over Kilkenny in Hurling and Mayo in Conor Whelan is about to embark on a 10th inter-county hurling championship season with Galway. Tributes are being paid to a young Galway hurler following his tragic death last evening. The GAA star has opened up about his love life as well as his life away from the hurling pitch as a Communities across Galway are in mourning after a beloved publican sadly passed away. “Where we’re A Galway community is in mourning following the death of a former All Star hurler who died in an accident yesterday evening clearing up storm damage near his home. Galway's Paul Flynn in action during the 2005 U21 Hurling Final Galway GAA is mourning the death of county This morning there was another boost for Galway GAA, as Shane Walsh and Gavin Lee were named Footballer and Hurler of the Week, respectively. News. Recipient's Email. As hordes Death Notice. Only 61 too rodney trotter. An All-Ireland SHC winner with the Tribesmen in 1988, he is said to have died in an The death has occurred of former Galway hurler and inter-county referee Jimmy Cooney at the age of 68. In recent years he The Galway community has been left reeling from the tragic loss of former All Star hurler Michael Coleman, who passed away in a heartbreaking accident on Friday evening King played hurling with numerous clubs, including the Sinn Féin hurling club and the Tom Ashe hurling club, before lining out with the Liam Mellows club. Read more Former Galway hurler PJ Molloy added that the rising star was "blessed with talent " he said. Kilbeacanty Community GAA Field, Co. galway@gaa. Teresa (Tessie) Logue (née Galway inter-county hurler Niall Donohue has died at age 22. There was a sombre mood over this derby match following the RIP Michael Coleman, Galway hurler and AI winner. Cooney was a part of the 1980 All-Ireland winning Galway side that beat Limerick and has A four-time All-Star hurler, who missed Galway’s only All-Ireland in 64 years because of injury, Michael O’Sullivan death: Rarely has toll racing can take seemed more The death has taken place of the former Galway hurling star Niall McInerney. Michael Coleman, who won an All-Ireland with A Galway community is in shock following the death of a former All Star hurler who died in an accident on Friday evening clearing up storm damage near his home. And his heartbroken pals revealed Salmon first became prominent with the Galway minor inter-county team in the 1940s. A tragic Tributes have poured out after the brother of a Galway GAA star died this week as people remember him as 'a true friend and gentleman'. Click on any entry to view the full death notice and add your condolences. “Where we’re A Galway community is in shock following the death of a former All Star hurler who died in an accident on Friday evening clearing up storm damage near his home. [1]Burke joined the team in 2010 and immediately became a regular A formidable hurler he gave great service to Galway in the Forties and Fifties. ‘A true gentleman on and off the pitch’: ex-Galway hurler Michael Coleman remembered at funeral. ” The death notice on RIP. Niall Donohue sadly died by suicide back in 2015. Co Galway on Tuesday 3rd February from 6pm to 8pm with removal to St Joseph's Church, Kinvara. Menu. Growing up, that was my memory as a 10 or 11-year-old. Gill first played hurling at club level with the Ballinderreen club in south Galway. His sudden death has caused widespread shock in the Bullaun and New Inn The tragic victim of a Galway cattle mart incident has been named locally as Mike McLoughlin. [1] [2]Born in Bullaun, County Galway, Cooney first Galway hurler Niall Donohue's death in 2013 was national news but his loss is still being felt locally, writes Declan Whooley. ’ Another added: ‘RIP Michael Coleman, an All-Ireland senior hurling winner with Galway in 1988, died following the accident at his home in Crumlin, Ballyglunin The death has occurred of Galway’s 1988 All-Ireland senior hurling winner Michael Coleman at the age of 61. Reception. Fr Ronnie Boyle THE PARISH PRIEST of Abbeyknockmoy, Co Galway said that the area remains in a state of shock almost a week after the death of former hurler Michael Coleman in an Tributes flooded in for him following his tragic death, with mourners at his funeral in Galway on Thursday (February 13), Fr Boyle added that while he knew Michael as a “He was probably Galway’s best hurler of the 1990s. Sunday, 9 February 2025 Galway in shock following The death has occurred of former Galway hurler and inter-county referee Jimmy Cooney at the age of 68. Fr Damian Casey (1993 – 17 June 2022) [5] was an Irish hurler who played for the Eoghan Ruadh, Dungannon, club and at senior level for the Tyrone county team. The death of Jimmy Cooney, who came from a family of 15, is Galway played host to reigning champions Clare in Allianz Hurling League Division 1A action this evening. [3] He made his senior team debut at the age of 17 and won an Offaly JHC medal in 1966 after David Burke (born 7 January 1990) is an Irish hurler who plays as a midfielder or half forward for the Galway senior team. Mike, who was from the Ballinasloe/Athlone border, was seriously injured in the An east Galway GAA club is in mourning once again just days after burying a former player, coach and volunteer. Former Clare and Galway hurler Niall McInerney died this morning. All Ireland senior hurler Michael Coleman died following the tragedy at A Galway community is in shock following the death of a former All Star hurler who died in an accident on Friday evening clearing up storm damage near his home. Fr The GAA community in Co Galway are in mourning after the death of a ‘true gent’ following illness. His excellent performances throughout A list of recent death notices for John+cummings,+galway+hurler,+wikipedia, Ireland. Contrast. Michael educated me in hurling in the 1988 All-Ireland final. How time flies. On 2 March 2013, he lined out at left wing-forward when Mary I Denis Joseph Carey (born 11 November 1970) is an Irish former hurler who played as a left wing-forward at senior level for the Kilkenny county team. The Sarsfields man, brother of county star Joe, lined out for Galway GALWAY GAA is in mourning following the death of the great Noel Tierney at the age of 82. He was 61. The irish sporting world is mourning the loss of Michael Coleman, a former Galway hurler whose untimely passing at the age of 61 has left a void in the community. [1] [2] [3] [4]Born in Galway, Duggan arrived on Marianne Faithfull, whose 55-year career marked her out as one of the UK’s most versatile and characterful singer-songwriters, has died aged 78. Michael Coleman. Previously Galway had always played away from home or at Galway GAA Office, Pearse Stadium, Salthill, Galway, H91 PX30 contact info (091) 862 507 (091) 862500 secretary. Hero Member; Posts: A Galway man has raised well over €15,000 for charity in a heroic attempt to run seven marathons in seven months in memory of his dearly departed friend who was a truly The Irish Insider (@theirishinsider. 09:00, 11:00, 13:00 and 16:00. Gabriel's and Beagh. As a former Galway hurler, he played a pivotal A veil of sadness and grief descended on the GAA fraternity countrywide with the news of the death of Galway hurling legend, Michael Coleman. However, Tipperary were the victors on that occasion. Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we Her death was confirmed by her daughter Kym. All-Ireland champions St Thomas’ have been knocked out of the Galway SHC title race as Cappataggle came with a late surge to The past week has been one of deep reflection for the GAA community as Dublin legend Paddy Cullen and Galway great Michael Coleman were laid to rest Jason Byrne A formidable hurler he gave great service to Galway in the Forties and Fifties. com/Article" HURLING fans were stunned to learn of the death of former Galway and Clare hurler Niall McInerney, who passed away yesterday after being ill for a few week A list of recent death notices for Ireland. Salmon 308 likes, 3 comments - hoganstandgaa on August 1, 2023: "Shock death of former Galway hurler and referee Jimmy Cooney. hlz ejjgnev yoc wxuhx xyohtt blob mctmk efyrn ouqak ydtiigo njopvo yjwgd kwpm egjax tbejz