The late Paddy Murchan
Dublin star Eoin Murchan with his grandfather Paddy and the Sam Maguire Cup
There was widespread sadness in the Moynalty community with the sad passing of Paddy Murchan of Shancarnan, Moynalty, an Honorary President of Moynalty GFC.
Paddy was heavily involved in the Juvenile section of the club having taken over the reins from the late Fr Tully in the 1970s. Many a day the white Renault car was filled with young Moynalty players on the way to juvenile matches across the county. Paddy also served the club on various committees down through the years.
As an educationalist, Paddy instilled a great appreciation for Gaelic games in the generations of pupils he taught as Principal of Scoil Mhuire NS, Moynalty. Paddy spent many a school day coaching and teaching the young children of Moynalty in the skills of Gaelic football. During his time as a teacher, Paddy also taught at Maio, Carlanstown, and Kentstown.
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Pat McEniff (right) with Paul Brady (left) and Cormac McCready, who would also sing in the Holyrood hotel
HAVING been born and raised in the hotel trade in a busy seaside town, it was no surprise that Pat McEniff loved company.
He always had time for people, and always had a good story or joke to lighten the mood.
Everyone seemed to know Pat and his generosity and easy-going nature won him friends wherever he went.
He was a member of one of Donegal s most famous families, his parents owning the Holyrood and Hamilton hotels in Bundoran.
Brother Brian would go on to be the first manager to bring the Sam Maguire Cup to the county, while another brother, Sean, was Ireland s longest-serving councillor.
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