Funeral details have been announced for former treble-winning Derry City manager Jim McLauglin who passed away earlier this week.
His Requiem Mass will take place on Sunday, August 18.
A family notice reads: “Jim McLaughlin, Seafield Road, Blackrock, Co. Louth and formerly of Derry City.
“Who passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday 15th August 2024.
“Beloved husband of Reina (née Fletcher) and cherished dad of Paul, Sean, Jane and Martin.
“Predeceased by his parents Edward and Sarah, his grand-daughter Chloe and his brothers and sisters.
“Jim will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife, sons, daughter, sister Bridie Gallagher, sons and daughters in-law, his adored grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family relatives, wonderful friends and by all who knew and loved him.
“May His Soul Rest In Peace
“Reposing at his residence in Wallace’s Road, Blackrock (A91A7Y3) from 12 noon to 8pm on both Friday and Saturday.
“Removal on Sunday afternoon 18th to St. Fursey’s Church, Haggardstown (A91XH75) arriving for Funeral Mass at 1pm followed by burial in adjoining Cemetery.
“House Private on Sunday by Family Request.
“Family Flowers Only. Donations please to the Birches Day Care: https://www.idonate.ie/cause/7397_the-birches-alzheimer-day-centre.html
Derry City FC paid its own tribute to Jim McLaughlin following his sad passing.
“All at Derry City Football Club are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim McLaughlin,” it said in a statement.
“Jim, a native of the city, was one of the most successful managers in Irish football.
“A very proud Derry man; Jim played and managed the Candystripes over his career.
“As manager he led City to the historic domestic Treble in the 1988-89 season.
His managerial track record before returning to Brandywell had seen him dominate the domestic game.
“He led Dundalk and then Shamrock Rovers to league titles and was in charge of the “Three in a Row” side at Milltown.
“He returned to Brandywell and took over from Noel King in 1986.
“The famous days of the late 1980s saw City rise to the top of Irish football, culminating with the historic Treble win of 1988/89.
“Picking up the three major domestic trophies has never been equalled since.
“Jim’s contribution was recognised throughout Irish football and he was awarded Special Merit Awards by both the Football Association of Ireland and the Soccer Writers Association.
“The historic nature of his achievements at Brandywell was reflected in 2019 when he was awarded the Freedom of the City by the local council.
“The family connections continued with both his son Paul and grandson Ben appearing for the club.
“All connected to Derry City would like to pass on our condolences to his wife Reina; his children Sean, Paul, Martin and Jane, as well as his many grandchildren.”
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