Mayo GAA in mourning following passing of chairman Seamus Tuohy

Mayo GAA and the wider Gaelic games community is in mourning following the passing of one of their most important members, Chairman Seamus Tuohy.

The head of the County Executive passed away yesterday, September 22, following a courageous battle with illness.

Tuohy’s contribution to the GAA in this county has been seismic, and spans decades in numerous administrative roles, including as vice-chairman, chairman of Bord na nÓg and chair of the CCC.

The proud Gael ascended to the role of chairman in late 2021. The Breaffy clubman was elected to the role in a vote at the annual convention, which took place in Bekan.

Tuohy was one of the figureheads of the organisation during a historic period when the Mayo Senior footballers ended a 75-year wait to bring Sam Maguire home. He also oversaw a process which saw the organisation appoint their first-ever CEO.

The proud Breaffy clubman has also served his club with distinction over the years. He was also well-known as a long time employee of the HSE.

Following his passing, Mayo County Council have made the decision to postpone the Civic Reception they had planned for Mayo’s All-Ireland winners, which has been due to take place on Friday next, September 25.

“On behalf of the Cathaoirleach, the Elected Members, Chief Executive, Kevin Kelly, and the staff of Mayo County Council, I wish to extend our sincere sympathies to the Tuohy family and to his colleagues and friends throughout Mayo GAA at this difficult time,” a statement from the Council’s Head of Communications, Martina Hughes, read.

Arrangements for the funeral of Seamus Tuohy are expected to be announced later today. May he rest in peace.