Louth Obituaries 2005
Jimmy Moonan (Drogheda) The late Jimmy Moonan, who passed away in 2004 aged 62, will be remembered as a terrific sportsman. A former Irish youth boxing champion, he had the distinction of boxing for Ireland. He broke into the Oliver Plunketts senior team at the age of 17 and gave great service to his local club. The gifts at Jimmy’s requiem mass included two reminders of his prolific sporting past – a pair of boxing gloves and an Oliver Plunketts jersey. Sean McGarrity (Dundalk) Sean McGarrity from Ard Easmuinn, Dundalk featured prominently in many aspects of the town’s sporting life. A true football enthusiast, he lined out for both Clan na Gael and Dowdallshill and was also a stadium announcer at Dundalk FC’s home games. Hugh McCabe (Dundalk) The late Hugh McCabe from Greenacres was formerly from Cortial, Kilkerley and was a lifelong supporter of the local Kilkerley Emmets GAA club. He was a powerful player for the club and also served the Emmets in many other capacities. A former committee member, he acted as club secretary and was held in great esteem by everybody in the local GAA scene. Members of Kilkerley Emmets provided a Guard of Honour at Hugh’s funeral and his coffin was draped in the club’s colours. Bernadette Halpin (Dundalk) Mrs Bernadette Halpin from Cypress Gardens was a camogie enthusiast. She was a former treasurer of St Kevins GFC, Philipstown. Paddy Clinton (Ardee) Paddy Clinton from Ballybailie loved gaelic football and was a lifelong supporter of his local John Mitchels GFC. Fintan Mullen (Ardee) Fintan Mullen from Mulladrillon, who passed away peacefully on November 20 2004, lived in Ardee all his life. Employed as a psychiatric nurse at St Brigid’s hospital for over 30 years, he was an extremely popular man in the area. Fintan won a Louth championship medal with St Marys and was also associated with Ardee Hibernians soccer club. Patrick McEnteggart (Dundalk) Patrick ‘Paddy’ McEnteggart from Goslin’s Terrace, Hill Street was a prolific footballer who had the distinction of lining out for Louth. He was aged 90 when he passed away in late 2004. Patrick Morgan (Knockbridge) Since moving to Knockbridge from his native Courtbane in 1972, Patrick ‘Packie’ Morgan became a highly respected member of the local community. He was a keen GAA follower and could be spotted regularly at local club and county matches. Fintan Cotter (Dundalk) 32-year-old Fintan Cotter from Crumlin, Dundalk died in Salthill, County Galway on Wednesday December 22 2004. He had worked in Salthill as a bar manager for eight years. He was a member of Geraldines GFC. Patrick ‘Patsy’ Reilly (Stabannon) Patrick ‘Patsy’ Reilly from Drumgoolstown, Stabannon, was held in high esteem throughout the community. He was widely respected in GAA circles. A native of Gudderstown, Ardee, Patsy was actively involved in both farming and auctioneering right up to the time of his sudden death at the age of 74 in January 2005. A keen gael, he played for both John Mitchells and Stabannon, winning Division Two (1951) and senior football championship (1954) medals with the Parnells. His sons Brendan, David, Niall and Ken represented Stabannon, with both David and Ken distinguishing themselves with both club and county from minor level upwards. Rosemary O’Brien (Ardee) Rosemary O’Brien, who died in New York on Friday January 14 2005, was wife of Louth’s 1957 All-Ireland winning captain Dermot O’Brien. The couple spent their time between New York and Ardee. Kevin O’Brien (Dundalk) Kevin O’Brien from Oakland Park, Cox Demense passed away on Tuesday January 11 2005. Kevin had a great interest in sport and was an avid follower of the Louth football team, travelling far and wide to cheer on the boys in red. Nan Whelan (Tallanstown) Mrs Rose Ann (Nan) Whelan from Tallanstown followed in the footsteps of her parents Patrick and Elizabeth Conlon when she became a nurse at St Brigid’s in Ardee. She passed away in January 2005 and a Guard of Honour was provided at her removal by Glyde Rangers GFC. Joe Murphy (Carlingford) The late Joe Murphy from Mucklagh Lodge in Carlingford was the last member of his family generation. Joe, who was aged 81 when he passed away, had been an avid GAA follower all his life and was an enthusiastic Cooley Kickhams supporter. Daniel Duffy (Lordship) The Lordship community was plunged into grief by the sudden passing of 21-year-old St Patrick’s clubman Daniel Duffy, who passed away suddenly after having a meal to celebrate his 21st birthday. Daniel was laid to rest on Tuesday March 1 2005. Daniel appeared to have his whole life in front of him - he was returning to the family home in Lordship and was set to join his father in the family business. He won a Louth minor football championship medal with Valley Rangers in 2002 and was a very proud member of the Pats. Members of St Patricks GFC formed a Guard of Honour at the removal, and the 2002 MFC medal was one of the items brought to the altar during the offertory procession. John O’Brien (Tallanstown) Glyde Rangers GFC and Louth GAA in general were left numbed by the tragic death of 21-year-old John O’Brien, who was a first-team regular with the Tallanstown club. John was a central figure on the Glyde senior team alongside his brothers Trevor, Mark and Laurence. John, Trevor and Mark won a minor championship together with Baile Talun in 2001. John lost his life in a fatal motorcycle accident less than a mile from his family home on Saturday March 5 2005. His passing is a huge loss to Wee County GAA as well as to his family, as the young man was widely regarded as a true friend to those who knew him and a devoted family man. John had just set up his own plastering business and his performances on the sporting front were greatly admired - with Glyde Rangers and Square United as well as in fishing, shooting and golf. His premature passing represents a terrible loss for his wide circle of family and friends and Louth GAA will be all the poorer for his absence. The widespread grief caused by John’s death speaks volumes for the impact the gifted Glyde clubman made. Glyde Rangers GFC provided a Guard of Honour at the funeral and acted as pallbearers. As a mark of respect, the club decided that the No.7 jersey that John had made his own should be retired for the rest of the 2005 season. Teresa McCann (Riverstown) With the passing of Teresa ‘Teasie’ McCann (nee Murphy) from Glenmore, Riverstown, Dundalk, another link to the peninsula’s proud farming past was severed. Teasie was a keen football follower, who supported the local St Patrick’s club. Her enthusiasm for the game was bolstered by the presence of her sons on many Pats teams over the years. Denis “Dinny” Belton (Dundalk) Many can remember the late “Dinny” playing gaelic football with Dowdallshill and Knockbridge in his youth. Denis was also interested in horse racing and soccer. He passed away on March 14 2005, aged 69. Patrick “Paddy” Callan (Louth village) The late Paddy Callan was from Mullavalley, Louth village and formerly of Coolcreedan. A well-known and highly-respected local farmer, he had a great interest in nature and in sport. He wore the St Mochtas colours in his early days and remained a keen supporter of the club and an avid GAA follower up until his untimely death at the age of 67 in March 2005. Sean Hearty (Dundalk) The passing of 82-year-old Sean Hearty from Lennon and Melia Terrace severed another connection with the good old days in Dowdallshill. Sean was very proud of his Dowdallshill roots and had a lifelong association with the local GAA club. He was involved in many aspects of local community and sporting life. He lined out for Dowdallshill GFC and was an outstanding footballer. Throughout his time on earth, he retained a deep interest in the club and the GAA in general. He also followed the Republic of Ireland soccer team far and wide. Dowdallshill GFC provided a Guard of Honour at the funeral. Gary Gray (Dundalk) The sudden death of Gary Gray from Willow Grove, Carrick Road, Dundalk caused widespread shock and sorrow. Gary, who was only 38, collapsed and died while playing soccer with a group of friends at the Sports Centre in Muirhevnamor. Gary loved gaelic football and was a proud Clan na Gael clubman. He started playing with the Clans when he was 14, in 1980, lining out at midfield on the side that reached the semi-final stage of the county U14 football championship. Two years later, Clans won the county U16 championship and Gary scored a goal in the final. He represented the club at minor level for two years, playing at left half back on the team that beat St Marys to win the county MFC in 1983. He continued to play at adult level and was a panel member when the Joe Ward Cup was scooped in 1985 and ‘87. Gary also collected junior championship medals in 1990, ‘93 and ‘95. His Roll of Honour with the Green & Amber was extensive - U16 and minor league and championship, three ACC Cup medals, four Cardinal O'Donnells, two SFCs in 1985 and '87, five junior championships, two junior leagues and a junior 'B' league. He also represented Louth at minor level. After hanging up his boots, he served the Castletown Road club as junior team manager (a position he held at the time of his death) and was also active on various juvenile committees as well as the club’s executive committee. But for his untimely death, Gary would have played a big part in the club’s future. His passing left a huge void in the club. Gary also played soccer for Dundalk at U17 and U19 levels and Leinster league soccer with Quay Celtic and enjoyed indoor soccer three times a week. He supported Arsenal and both the Gunners and Clans jerseys were carried to the altar at his funeral. Clan na Gaels GFC provided a Guard of Honour at the removal. As the remains were taken from the church for burial, the funeral cortege stopped outside the club grounds before the coffin, draped in the Clans colours, was carried past. When Clans captured the 2005 Louth junior 2A championship, they were quick to dedicate the success to their former player, coach and friend. Noel Wallace (Kilkerley) Noel Wallace from Rathmore, Kilkerley, Dundalk, spent most of his 71 years on the land. A highly-regarded farmer, he participated in both boxing and football in his youth, lining out for the local Kilkerley Emmets club. Dick Yore (Tallanstown) The late Dick Yore of Charlestown, Tallanstown, Dundalk, passed away earlier this year, aged 83. A man who spent most of his life working with the land, Dick loved all sports, including soccer and gaelic games. He lined out for the local Glyde Rangers team in his youth and remained an enthusiastic supporter of the club throughout his life. Michael Wogan (Termonfeckin/America ) Originally from Termonfeckin, Michael Wogan spent most of his 96 years in New York. In the States, he always remained true to his Wee County roots, working tirelessly for the Louth Society and the Louth Football Club in a variety of capacities over the years. He was a huge supporter of all Louth GAA teams. Derek Hearty (London) Originally from Hughes Park, the late Derek Hearty spent over 40 years working in the construction industry in London. He kept in touch with his Irish roots through London GAA and was a Louth man first and foremost. Paschal Fay (Ardee) Paschal had a great love of sport and will be remembered as an outstanding sportsman in his own right. He was a brilliant footballer with St Marys, Ardee and was right corner back on the teams that clinched Louth senior football championships in 1956 and '60. He garnered many other honours with the Deesiders in the '50s and '60s. Paschal passed away on March 28 2005 and St Marys GFC provided a Guard of Honour at his funeral. Margaret Rogers (Knockbridge) The late Margaret Rogers from Newtown, Knockbridge possessed a keen interest in the Irish national games. Margaret played camogie in her younger days and loved gaelic football too. She was one of the best players on the St Bride's side that won county championships in 1951 and '52. She supported all Louth teams as well as her local St Brides. Margaret passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday April 14 2005, aged 85. John 'Sam' Cunningham (Dunleer) Staunch O'Connells fan John 'Sam' Cunningham passed away at Castlelodge Nursing Home in Castlebellingham on April 30 2005, aged 84. The last surviving member of his generation, ‘Sam’ had a great love of the GAA and was committed to the O’Connell cause all his life. He was always on hand to help out in any way possible at The Grove, where he built the club’s dressing-rooms single-handedly. He enjoyed a brief playing career with his beloved club in the early 1940s and was thrilled when they gained promotion to senior status after a lapse of over 70 years at the end of the 2003 season. John ‘Sam’ Cunningham was laid to rest in Kilsaran Cemetery, with members of O’Connells GFC providing a Guard of Honour at his removal and burial. Liam Morgan (Dromiskin) Liam Morgan from Whitehouse Cross, who passed on to his eternal reward on May 17 2005, left an indelible mark on life in the village of Dromiskin during his 81 years amongst us. Liam loved all sports, including football, and lined out for the Round Towers (later called the ‘Unknowns’) in his youth. He was Honorary President of St Josephs GFC and members of both ‘the Joes’ and Dromiskin Credit Union provided a Guard of Honour at his funeral to Dromiskin cemetery. Paddy Rogers (Mountpleasant) The late Paddy Rogers from Mountpleasant won a Leinster minor football championship medal with Louth in 1943. He also lined out for the Wee County at senior level in the ‘forties. Paddy passed away on May 11 2005, aged 82. He was a wonderful athlete in his early days, and excelled in gaelic football in particular. Paddy won a Louth MFC medal with the De La Salle school in Dundalk in 1941 and was goalkeeper on the Louth team that claimed the 1942 provincial MFC, keeping a clean sheet as Kildare were beaten in the final, 5-10 to 0-6. This was a delayed final and it actually took place in Croke Park on September 26 1943 – All-Ireland football final day! Paddy lined out for the Louth seniors in 1946 and had the distinction of playing for a number of clubs in the county, including Clan na Gael, Cooley Kickhams, St Patricks and Mountpleasant GFC. Jim Conlon (Drogheda) Jim Conlon from Sunnyside Cottages was much loved in GAA circles throughout the town of Drogheda and beyond. He spent a large part of his life in England, but was a stalwart of the Naomh Mhuire club before emigrating in 1954, at the age of 24. Had he stayed at home, there’s no doubt Jim would have had an even more illustrious playing career. As it was, he did extremely well anyway. Representing the club from 1946 to ’54, Jim collected an array of honours including a street league (1946), minor league (1948), Galbraith Cups (1949, ’50 and ’51), McArdle Cup (1951), Louth junior football championship (1951) and Louth senior football championship (1953). Jim retained his love of gaelic football all his life and GAA followers from all over the Wee County attended his funeral, where team-mates from the Naomh Mhuire teams of the 1950s provided a Guard of Honour. Michael ‘Mack’ O’Hanlon (Jenkinstown) Michael ‘Mack’ O’Hanlon from Rampart, Jenkinstown led a full and happy life. He loved gaelic football and was a keen supporter of the St Patricks club as well as the Louth county team. Michael Burns (Mountpleasant/Coventry) Michael Burns, formerly of Culfore, Mountpleasant, passed away in Coventry on July 25 2005, aged 71. Throughout his life, Michael had a deep affection for the GAA, especially his former club back home in Louth – St Patrick’s GFC. He was a founder playing member of the club in 1953 and played at left corner back in Pats’ first ever competitive match – a Ranafast Cup outing against Carlingford. Darren McDonagh (Drogheda) Eighteen-year-old Darren McDonagh from Riverview in Mell lost his life in a tragic accident on the M1 shortly after attending a graduation ball in Navan in late July. He had just attended the Our Lady’s College, Greenhills Grad with his girlfriend Lisa McDonagh from Pearse Park. The terrible circumstances of Darren’s passing on what should have been one of the best nights of his life left his family, friends and the entire town of Drogheda in a state of shock and profound sadness. An extremely lively and popular young man, Darren played minor football with Oliver Plunketts GFC, who provided a Guard of Honour at his removal. Peter McCullough (Monasterboice) Peter McCullough tragically lost his life in a farming accident close to his Monasterboice home in August 2005. At just 54 years old, Peter was one of the most popular residents of the locality and described as synonymous with Monasterboice. He played football with much distinction with the local Naomh Mairtin club, winning two county championship medals and was also good enough at gaelic football to represent Louth at minor level. Paddy King (Dundalk) Former Louth minor footballer Paddy King had a lifelong association with the GAA at club and county levels and will be remembered as a truly great gael. Late of Woodview Terrace in Dundalk, he passed away at home in his adopted Castlebellingham, where he had lived since 1962. Paddy was one of the finest footballers of his generation and he represented Clan na Gael with distinction, winning honours at each level. In 1954, he starred on the junior team that captured both the Macardle Cup and the junior football championship. Five years later, he helped the Clans to a magnificent senior championship success. Paddy wore the Wee County colours in the Leinster minor football championship at Croke Park and maintained a tremendous interest in Clan na Gael and Louth GAA right up until his sad passing. Paddy Marry (Knockbridge) Paddy Marry from Ratheady, Knockbridge was a dedicated voluntary worker who contributed enormously to the meticulous preservation of St Brides’ splendid pitch at Pairc an Chuinnigh. Paddy, who passed away in August 2005 following a lengthy illness, was on the St Brides team that famously captured the Louth senior football championship in 1943. He also won a county junior championship with the Knockbridge club in 1949. While he was a superb footballer who played a key role in the club’s greatest success, it is for his unbelievable contribution to the upkeep of St Brides’ facilities that Paddy Marry will be best remembered. He was an extraordinary caretaker, looking after the grounds as one might their own front garden. He never asked for or accepted anything in return. The Brides clubman was the first-ever recipient of the Louth Past & Present Players’ Association Club Worker award in 1970 and Paddy even received a special award from then GAA president Joe McDonagh in 1999 recognising his services to St Brides. It would be no exaggeration to say that Paddy devoted his life to his beloved St Brides GFC and the GAA in general. He had the rare distinction of attending 61 All-Ireland football and hurling finals in Croke Park and, to recognize this astonishing feat, the GAA awarded him with a replica of the Sam Maguire Cup. Members of St Brides GFC formed a Guard of Honour on Paddy’s final journey. Patrick ‘Paddy’ Fee (Dundalk) Patrick Fee of Newtownbalregan, Dundalk passed away in August 2005, aged 81. Paddy was reared in Inniskeen and worked in the building trade for most of his life. He was an enthusiastic football follower and kept a close eye on the fortunes of local club, Kilkerley Emmets. Desmond ‘Des’ McDonnell (Dundalk/Limerick) Formerly of Park Street, Dundalk, Desmond McDonnell passed away in Limerick. The Dundalk man had the distinction of managing the Limerick senior football team. He was born in 1931 and studied at St Malachy’s NS, CBS Dundalk and UCD and went on to become a leading engineer. In his youth, Des played football for the Gaels. His father and uncle were founder members and his brother Tony served on the committee. After settling in Limerick, Des led Monalee to Limerick minor, U21 and senior football championships and he also managed the county team in the ‘70s. Martin Duffy (Ardee) The town of Ardee was stunned and heartbroken by the sudden death of local man Martin Duffy (49) in a tragic accident in New York on Friday September 2 2005. Martin was in Manhattan to attend a friend’s wedding when he was stuck by a car and died later in hospital. He was originally from Stormanstown and played football for the Sean McDermotts club for a number of years. He was the youngest member of the 1974 team known as ‘Dad’s Army’ and went on to play senior football with the McDermotts for the next six years. A true GAA follower, Martin had an interest in the fortunes of all mid-Louth teams. Paul McKenna (Drogheda) Paul McKenna passed away peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, leaving a huge void behind him. Born in Thomas Street, the third youngest of a family of nine children, he would make a big impression on the sporting live in Drogheda. He was a gifted footballer with Newtown Blues and Naomh Mhuire himself, with a lovely left foot, and went on to become an exceptional juvenile mentor, providing great coaching, training and encouragement to the town’s youth. After the club disbanded, he joined St Nicholas, where he was heavily involved with the juveniles. So seriously did he take this job that in 1986 he brought none other than the legendary Jack O’Shea to the Ship Street clubhouse to present medals and trophies. This was one of the most exciting days in the club’s history, ensuring that Paul McKenna’s massive contribution to Louth GAA will never be forgotten. Johnny McDonnell (Drogheda) Johnny McDonnell from 12 Hillview, Drogheda was extremely well-known and respected in GAA circles and had a long association with the Oliver Plunketts club. He joined the club as a young man and went on to win many honours as a player. A measure of the esteem in which the late Johnny was held could be garnered from the large crowd that attended his funeral mass in Holy Family, Ballsgrove in mid-September 2005. Brendan Leggett (Dundalk) The town of Dundalk bade an emotional farewell to 21-year-old Brendan Leggett at St Nicholas Church on Monday September 19 2005. Rain spilled from the heavens as a shocked congregation tried to come to terms with the tragic departure of the lively, caring and popular young barman and footballer that they all knew affectionately as Benny. Benny was taken from us after he was the victim of a hit-and-run accident on Park Street ten days earlier. He was goalkeeper on the Dowdallshill football team and a club jersey, signed by his team-mates, was draped across his coffin, as was a Red Devils shirt and another from his time working at Moe’s Bar. Educated at De La Salle Secondary and Primary Schools as well as Dundalk IT, Benny’s early employment had been at the Lisdoo Arms. A lover and keen participant in a number of sports, Benny lived right beside St Brigid’s Park and would have featured in goal for the ‘Hill in the junior final, having helped them secure their place in the decider with a win over Annaghminnon at Louth village a week earlier. When Dowdallshill subsequently captured the 2005 Louth JFC and the Christy Bellew Cup, they dedicated the success to their wonderful young ambassador, so cruelly taken from amongst us. Anthony McKenna (Ardee) Anthony ‘Tony’ McKenna from Church Hill, Ardee passed away following a short illness at Louth County Hospital on Tuesday August 30 2005. An extremely popular man, Tony worked for the Department of Social Welfare most of his life, up until his retirement in 1997. He was a talented hurler with St Colmcilles in Ardee during the 1950s, with whom he collected two county championship medals. Jim Quigley (Dundalk) Louth lost one of its greatest ever footballers with the passing of Young Irelands and Wee County legend Jim ‘Sogger’ Quigley. Jim, from Oliver Plunkett Park, passed away peacefully in St Oliver’s Hospital on October 4 2005. He won a grand total of six county SFC medals with Young Irelands – in 1938, ‘40, ’41, ’44, ’47 and ’50 as well as five Cardinal O’Donnell Cup souvenirs. He was captain of the winning side in 1944 and scored a goal in the final against Cooley Kickhams. One of the Wee County’s all-time greats, Jim had a distinguished career in the Louth jersey, captaining the Wee County to Leinster senior glory in 1948. Five years earlier, he was also on the 1943 Leinster championship-winning team. He was the key player on what many consider to have been the Wee County’s best ever team during the 1940s. Jim won an All-Ireland minor championship medal with Louth in 1936 (and he also featured at full back against Wexford in the following year’s Leinster minor final.) Originally from Mill Street, he served his entire club playing career with Young Irelands and won his first club honours in the form of a Dundalk junior football street league medal in 1936. After hanging up his boots, Jim got involved with Clan na Gael and was instrumental in bringing through lots of young talent, contributing greatly to the revival of the Castletown Road outfit. He joined the Clans in 1959 and promptly helped them win their first SFC in 36 years. He also served as chairman of the Louth Minor Board and trained Crossmaglen to Armagh SFCs in 1960 and ’61. In an era when Louth football was at its peak, Jim Quigley stood toe-to-toe with the best of them. A measure of the high esteem in which Jim is held was his selection in the pivotal centre forward position on the Louth Team of the Millennium. This in spite of the fact that he played most of his county football either at midfield or in defence. He played in the National Football League final in 1949 but was controversially omitted from the starting line-up for the All-Ireland final against Mayo in 1950 – an oversight which many still contend cost Louth an All-Ireland. A regular with Leinster, Jim was trainer/selector when Louth captured Sam in 1957 and will rightfully be remembered as one of our greatest ever gaels. Jim’s coffin was draped in the colours of Louth, Young Irelands and Clan na Gael. His contribution to the GAA in this county is simply immeasurable. Nicholas Duff (Termonfeckin) Nicholas ‘Nicky’ Duff passed away on Friday August 26 2005, aged 66, having worked in beef and tillage farming for most of his life. Nicky was a very good footballer with St Fechins and enjoyed a lengthy playing career with the local club. He captained the U14 team and went on to feature during the 1960s and ‘70s. He won a Division Two medal in 1961 and was one of four Duff brothers on the 1965 junior championship winning team. Philip Morgan (Dundalk) Philip Morgan from Chapel Street passed away on September 27 2005, aged 82. Philip was very passionate about the GAA and regularly trekked to Croke Park to provide the Wee County with vocal encouragement. He also enjoyed other sports, including dog racing and experienced many good nights at the Ramparts track. Eamon Mulvenna (Dundalk) Twenty-year-old Eamon Mulvenna, from Muirhevnamor, died in a tragic nightclub accident in town in the early hours of Saturday morning, October 22 2005. Eamon was an exceptional sportsman, excelling at soccer, gaelic football and hurling. Along with his brothers, Conor, Tiernan and Conall, he was part of the sporting fabric of Dundalk and had been since his family moved to Louth from Belfast in the late 1980s. Possessing an exquisite left foot and widely regarded as one of the best talents to come out of Dundalk in recent years, he could have signed professionally for Wimbledon and also had trials cross-channel with Tottenham, Wolves, Middlesborough and Coventry. Eamon played twice for the Dundalk first team and also excelled at gaelic football and hurling, representing Na Piarsaigh and Pearse Og with distinction. He also lined out for Louth in underage hurling. Members of Pearse Og hurling club provided a Guard of Honour as Eamon’s remains were brought to the Holy Family Church for burial. Peter Gorman (Drogheda) The town was plunged into a state of sadness and disbelief when Peter ‘Jackser’ Gorman from Scarlet Crescent in Drogheda passed away suddenly on Saturday August 6 2005. A man who will be remembered as a truly great character, Jackser was a native of Termonfeckin and played gaelic football in his youth.