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The late Mark Rooney, Glencar, Co. Leitrim and Glencar/Manorhamilton GAA Club.

Leitrim GAA wishes to express its profound sympathy to the Rooney Family, Glencar, Co Leitrim on the sad and untimely passing of the late Mark Rooney, after a long illness, bravely borne.

Mark played at the very highest level with his club Glencar/Manorhamilton, and won a SFC medal in 1999, while still eligible for Under 21 grade, as the club bridged a 22 year gap from its previous and first ever title recorded in 1977. He also shared in the clubs 2009 triumph as selector/player in the midst of the clubs four-in-a-row series of triumphs.

Mark, a multi talented sportsman, represented Leitrim at all underage grades from Under 16 to Under 21 from 1993 to the end of the millennium and was a most skillful player, in addition to being the ultimate sportsman.

He will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have known him over his all too short 38 years, but mostly by his family. We wish to record our deepest sympathies to his wife Natalie, sons Zach and OScór, mother Dympna, his brother Aidan, sister Rosaleen, brother in law Camillus, sister in law Denise, father and mother in law Tony and Patricia, nephews and nieces Nathan, Eden and Eli, his uncles, aunts, cousins, extended family and many friends.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Glencar/Manorhamilton GAA Club Appreciation here

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
Mark Rooney, Lower Rd, Glencar, Co. Leitrim, peacefully, at Sligo University Hospital. Remains reposing at his home on Monday from 3pm to 9pm and on Tuesday from 3pm to 9pm with removal on Wednesday to St Osnats Church, Glencar, to arrive for 12 noon Funeral Mass with cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to The North West Hospice, Sligo. House strictly private on Wednesday morning, please. Crematorium private to family only, please.

19-Sep-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

August 2016 GAA Newsletter

The August 2016 Nuachtlitir has been circularised to all units of the GAA. It may be accessed here

25-Aug-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

County Administrator – Leitrim GAA

Leitrim GAA is seeking to recruit an experienced professional to provide clerical support to the County Runaí. In this dynamic and fast-paced role, the successful applicant will contribute to the efficient operation of the County Committee Offices. 

Please follow the link to the Full Advertised Post here

22-Aug-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Leitrim Celebration

Leitrim GAA circles will rejoice on Sunday next 31^st July when many of its members gather at the “Leitrim Celebration” function in the Bush Hotel.

On this occasion specially commissioned trophies of Leitrim Crystal, suitably inscribed, will be presented to the iconic Leitrim footballers Cathal Flynn and Packy McGarty.

It is hoped that many of their former colleagues will attend the function to pay them tribute.

A great night is assured. Commencing at 8pm with a Gala Dinner and continuing with entertainment by the Leitrim Percy French Singers and many other items.

A book, “Leitrim Stór” – continuing Leitrim’s historic, social and human interest stories – will be launched by the guest of honour on the night, Fr. Peter Burke.

Tickets, at €25.00, are available from: Mike Feeney, Eamonn Duignan, Seamus Lavin, Ronan Haslette, Colin Regan, Jim Meehan, Declan Bohan, Attracta O’Reilly, Terence Boyle, Tommie Moran, Jerome McWeeney, Christina McGourty, Robert Easterbrook, Noel McPartland, Eamonn Daly, Seamus Gallagher(Drumkeerin), Tommie Padden, Padraig Gilbride, Kay Horan, Teresa Mahon, Mary McTiernan.

05-Jul-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

The late Paddy and Josie McGoldrick RIP

It has been a most difficult week for the McGoldrick Family, Ck-on-Shannon as they say goodbye to the late Paddy McGoldrick and his wife, the late Josie. A couple who have been synonymous with trading in Ck-on-Shannon over many years, the McGoldrick family has also been associated with the GAA to a huge degree and have been most generous sponsors of the local St Marys Kiltoghert GAA Club, Páirc Seán Mac Diarmada, in addition to being a very popular meeting place after many GAA events in the town over the years. 

Paddy who died Monday 27th June and Josie who died on Friday last, 24th June, are deeply regretted and sadly missed by their loving sons Padraic and Sean, daughters Aine, Martina and Teresa, and extended familiy. Josies funeral mass took place on Monday last and Paddy is reposing at the home of his son Padraic and daughter-in-law Margaret, Coreen, Dublin Road, Carrick-on-Shannon tomorrow Wednesday from 1 oclock until 4 oclock with removal to St.Marys Church, Carrick-on-Shannon arriving at 7 oclock. Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday at 12 oclock followed by burial of Paddy and his wife Josie in St.Marys Cemetery.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh siad.

28-Jun-16 by Declan Bohan – PRO

Cúrsa Shéamuis De Faoite – Week long Irish language course

Ulster GAA runs an Irish course for a full week every year in Downings, Co Donegal. This year it will run from 18 -22 July. There is no charge for the tuition, it is all paid for by the GAA. Participants have only to cover their accommodation. There are separate levels for beginners to advance. The event is hugely popular with participants and there are social activities every night.

Má tá spéis ag éinne dul ann is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le Seán Ó Súilleabháin ag 087 6821566. 

27-May-16 by Claire Crossan – Oifigeach Cultura agus Teanga