A Lurgan icon, the funeral of Mickey McConaghy takes places this morning

Well known as a Clan na Gael man and a Manchester United supporter, Mickey was a popular and interesting character in the town.

The son of Gerry and Sheila McConaghy, Michael was born in Cherry Tree Walk on December 1954, the youngest of five children.

He was an intelligent man who worked hard all his life.

A devoted husband to his wife Marian and father to Aisling, Orla, Ciara, Gary, Conal, Ronan and Conor, Mickey was very much a family man.

He adored his grandchildren Laila, Beth, Aoibhe, Joseph, Charlie, Emily and Jude.

His knowledge of football was unsurpassed.

Most will know him for his passion for Manchester United and loved nothing more than going over to see them play.

He was also a life long member of Clan na Gaael where he coached the U14 team to championship win and league win.

Indeed Clan na Gael will be having a Guard of Honour for him at his funeral this morning.

Mr McConaghy died peacefully at his home in Downshire Avenue on June 4.

His funeral is today (Saturday) from his home at 10am for Requiem Mass at St Paul’s Chapel at 10,30am

Due to current circumstances the house and funeral are strictly private for immediate family only.

Interment afterwards in St Colman’s Cemetery.

His passing is very deeply regtretted by his loving wife, daughters, sons, grandchildren, son-in-law, partners and wider family circle.

No flowers please. donations in lieu if desired to Ataxia UK c/o Jack McLearnon & Son Funeral Directors 75 North Street Lurgan BT67 9AH.

Funeral Mass can be viewed on St Paul’s Church Webcam, link below https://www.lurganparish.com/stpauls-webcam/