Laois funeral details for late GAA President Liam O'Neill

Liam O'Neill, when he was GAA president-elect, pictured here at the old Galescoil Thromaire, where he was principal for four decades. Picture: Alf Harvey. | Alf Harvey

placeholder image — Liam O'Neill, when he was GAA president-elect, pictured here at the old Galescoil Thromaire, where he was principal for four decades. Picture: Alf Harvey. | Alf Harvey

Trumera man will be laid to rest in his native Laois

Funeral details have been confirmed for the former GAA President Liam O’Neill, who has died peacefully after illness.

Late of Bawnaree, Parkavilla, Mountrath, Liam passed away on August 4, peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.

Much-loved husband of Áine, and father of Caoimhe, Ciaran, and Clíodhna. Devoted grandfather of Éanan, Orla, Aobh, and Alva. Sadly missed by his sons-in-law Kieran and Patrick, daughter-in-law Maija, sisters Maria, Gráinne, Mairéad, Gertrude, Suzette, and brothers Diarmuid, Colm, and Killian.

He is predeceased by his parents Billy and Brigid; sisters Brenda, Barbara and Siobhán; and brothers An t-Athair Caoimhín and Aengus.

Following a private cremation on August 5, Liam’s ashes will repose at Burke's Funeral Home, Mountrath, eircode R32Y661, on Friday, August 7 from 4 pm to 8 pm.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 12 noon on Saturday, August 8, in St Fintan's Church, Raheen eircode R32WT44, followed by burial of his ashes in the adjoining cemetery.

Liam’s Requiem Mass will be live streamed on: https://m.youtube.com/@GoLiveStream-mc2bo?ra=m

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to Laois Hospice.

House private please.