Tributes paid to beloved Dromore man Seán O’Donnell

By Niall Gartland

TRIBUTES have been paid following the desperately sad news that Dromore man Seán O’Donnell has passed away following a battle with illness.

While Seán’s loss leaves behind a trail of sorrow, he has blessed his family and friends with countless precious memories from a life well-lived.

A lover of rallying and machinery, Seán spent time in Australia before moving back home to Ireland.

Longhill Plant Services, with whom he was employed, have paid a beautiful tribute to their beloved work colleague following today’s news.

“It is with a heavy heart that we post goodbye to our dearest friend and work colleague Seán O’Donnell.

“Everyone who knew or met ‘tubs’ as he was affectionately known, will remember him for his laughter, stories and love of all things plant, machinery, lorry and rally related. He was held in the highest esteem among everyone at Longhill Plant Services and across so many of our work related contacts.

“Not only was he unwavering in his friendship, loyalty and affection, Seán was unbelievably dedicated to every task in hand. It is hard to put into words this loss, but our thoughts shall remain with his family, so many friends and everyone who knew Sean.

“Rest in peace our friend.”

Seán came from a prominent GAA family in Dromore, and the club has released a statement confirming that all club activities have been postponed until after Seán’s requiem mass, which will take place on Saturday 11am at St Davog’s Church followed by his burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

“The Committee and Members of An Droim Mór Naomh Damhnait would like to express our condolences to Gabriel, Katherine, Brian, Aodhán, the wider family and friends of Seán at this sad time.

“A son to committee member Gabriel and brother to our Treasurer Aodhán.

“All club activities are postponed until after the funeral.

“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”

Drumragh Sarsfields also paid tribute to Sean.

“The Committee and Members of Droim Ratha Na Sáirséalaigh CLG wish to express their deepest sympathy to the O’Donnell Family on the sad passing of Seán, a former youth player at the Club”