'We are devastated' - Sadness as former Mayo GAA club player dies unexpectedly

A former Mayo GAA club player has died unexpectedly.

James Geraghty from Creggane, Killasser, Swinford will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his heartbroken parents Breda and Jim, brothers Rouge and Johnjoe, sister Megan, grandparents Eugene and Ann O’Neill, Jim (Leicester), uncles Frank, Paddy, John (Leicester) and Jaimee (Leicester), aunts Siobhan and Lauren (Leicester), his girlfriend Kayleigh, cousins Frankie, John, Robert, Jack and Delia, relatives, neighbours and wide circle of friends. He is predeceased by his granny Jean (Leicester) and uncle Willie.

His club Swinford GAA wrote in a tribute: "We are devastated at the loss of a young man and former club player James Geraghty. 

James played underage club football from U-8 to U-18 and was a very enthusiastic, passionate and talented footballer. He was dedicated to any team he played on, supported by his mother Breda who always made sure he got to training and games."

Geraghty played in an East Mayo U-17 final when he scored the winning goal for Swinford, it was a great moment for him and his team mates.

"He will be very sadly missed by his club mates and coaches," Swinford GAA wrote: "Our deepest condolences to Breda, his family and his many friends. We are heartbroken for your loss. May the memories of James and love of community surround you and give you strength for the days ahead."

Reposing at Boland’s Funeral Home, Swinford (F12K122) this Friday evening, 29th August from 5 pm to 8 pm.

Funeral Mass this Saturday afternoon, 30th August at 3 pm in All Saints Church, Killasser, followed by burial afterwards in Killasser Cemetery.

James' Funeral Mass will be streamed live here. House strictly private on Saturday.

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to Pieta House here.

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