Tributes have poured in following the passing of Ballysaggart manager Adrian ‘Bobo’ Meagher.

Meagher passed away peacefully at home yesterday surrounded by his loving family.

He was a key man in the club for many years, guiding them to Munster Junior Club Hurling Championship glory in 2013, before losing out in the All-Ireland final to Creggan Kickhams.

The club also went on to win promotion to the senior grade for the first time in 2020 under Meagher’s guidance, having won the Waterford Intermediate Hurling Championship title, before going on to finish as runners-up in Munster.

Tributes have poured in on the news of Meagher’s passing.

Ballysaggart GAA said: “The club is devastated to hear of the passing of our manager Adrian (BoBo) Meagher. To Dianne, Elaine, Anna, Katie Niamh & Darren, to Eileen, Honor, Benny, Vincent, Fergal & Matty and all the Meagher and Hickey families we offer our deepest sympathies at this time.”

Ballysaggart Ladies Football added: “It was with a heavy heart that we heard about the passing of Adrian (Bobo) Meagher. The club would like to extend their sincerest sympathies to Dianne, Darren, Elaine, Anna, Katie, Niamh and all the Meagher family at this very sad and difficult time.”

“Ballysaggart Ladies Football Club was formed in 1996. Bobo played an integral part in the formation of the club when he accepted the role as trainer. He trained the junior team for 10 years and held the position of Chairman for 5 years. From the day the club was formed, Bobo was the club’s greatest supporter. His style of leadership was a one of clear communication, fairness, and a genuine interest in the well-being of each and every girl in the club. Up and down the line for over a decade, his voice was always one of encouragement.”

“Bobo will forever be remembered for his passion, love of club and jersey, admired for his motivational skills and vision for the game.  His dedication, support and commitment to the club and the inspiration he provided to players, mentors and coaches will never be forgotten. Bobo has left a lasting legacy to the club that can never be replaced.”

West Waterford Autograss said: “It’s with huge sadness that we share the news of the passing of Adrian Meagher, our neighbour, huge supporter, and most of all the best friend we could all have, and Ballysaggart too. Our sincere sympathy to Dianne, daughters Elaine, Anna, Katie and Niamh, son Darren and his mother Eileen, sister Honor O’Donovan, brothers Benny, Vincent, Fergal and Matty, and to all their wider family and friends. To Vincent, Adrian’s nephew Shane and niece Aisling who are current members, our sincere condolences. Your were one in a million Bo. Rest easy now.”

Reposing at his home in Feagarrid (P51ND98) on Thursday (August 7th) from 4pm to 8pm.

Reception into Saint Mary’s Church, Ballysaggart on Friday (August 8th) for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in the adjoining Cemetery.

May Adrian rest in peace.

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