Tributes paid to Philip White of Maddybenny

Described in one tribute as “an excellent horseman, sportsman and gentleman”, Mr White, of Maddybenny in Portrush died on May 2.

In a post on social media, the northern region of Eventing Ireland described Mr White as “a very special member of our community - not only was he a landowner, competitor, supporter, father of an eventer but he was a very dear friend and member of our Eventing fraternity.

“He was known far and wide. He loved his equestrian sport, eventing, show jumping, point to point, hunting - it was in his blood - he was the true amateur.”

He was the dearly loved husband of Eavan, much loved father of Tegan (White McMorrow) and Jack, father-in-law of Cian and Courtney, beloved papa of Tom, Cora and Alfie dear brother of Ian, Anona, Fred, Tommy and the late Lindy.