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Sean Duffy – RIP

Sean Duffy – RIP
Sadly, Monday the 7th of January 2019 saw the passing of a Kilbride legend, in fact a GAA legend, Sean Duffy. The word ‘legend’ is vastly overused and misused in modern vernacular, however, anybody who was impacted by Sean Duffy throughout his involvement with the GAA, the Kilbride club and St. Bridget’s will know of his true status. A Gael who will be dearly missed by all and fondly remembered.
Everybody will remember Sean’s famous Green Renault which carried young lads from Oldcourt, Kilbride and Blessington throughout Wicklow and beyond. Always with Status Quo’s greatest hits playing in the cassette deck! Sean gave absolutely everything to the Juveniles in Kilbride and Blessington, his love for the association was infectious and it all started way back in the 50’s and 60’s with Kilbride.
Sean won two Senior Championships in 62 and 68, a Junior Championship in 58, including the Dunne Cup and countless tournaments throughout his playing days. He was heavily involved in administration and moved into Juvenile coaching with St. Bridget’s where he served as Manager for countless teams throughout the decades. In 2007 Sean was a selector that won the Junior championship with Kilbride, with Sean’s Nephew Paul playing in midfield. Sean was also a great man for the horses and his beloved Aston Villa, but his true calling was that famous blue jersey of Kilbride and the GAA.
His dedication to his beloved Kilbride club, St. Bridget’s, the GAA and the wider community held no bounds and his selfless dedication to the GAA will never be forgotten.
He will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by his family, friends and the wider GAA community.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
Sean Duffy in Action for Kilbride - Senior Football Final

Sean Duffy in Action for Kilbride – Senior Football Final

 

Sean Duffy on the Line – Junior A Final v Blessington 2007

 

Sean in 1968 - Senior A Champions

Sean in 1968 – Senior A Champions

 

Team Photo 1968 with Peter Clarke to the Right and Tommy below.

Team Photo 1968 with Peter Clarke to the Right and Tommy below.

 

Sean (top centre) in 1974

Sean (top centre) in 1974

 

Bottom Centre Sean togged out with Kilbride in 1957

Bottom Centre Sean togged out with Kilbride in 1957

 

Neil Donohoe and Sean Duffy under the lights in Baltinglass - Kilbride's only Junior C Semi Final Appearance

Neil Donohoe and Sean Duffy under the lights in Baltinglass – Kilbride’s only Junior C Semi Final Appearance

 

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