Laura McGibbon: Shock and sadness at sudden death of Armagh All-Ireland winner whose smile 'could light up any room'
The sudden death of Lurgan woman Laura McGibbon (née Brown), a former All-Ireland winning Armagh LGFA star, has shocked many in the community.
Tributes have been pouring in following Mrs McGibbon’s passing on Tuesday, December 30.
She is fondly remembered as the “dearly beloved wife of Martin, and loving mummy to Eirinn and Maeva, loving daughter of the late Harry and Bernie Brown, much loved sister of Leisa, David and Philip, beloved daughter-in-law of Brendan and Jacqueline McGibbon, and sister-in-law of Julie and Aimee.”
Armagh LGFA said they were ‘heartbroken” by the sudden passing of their former All-Ireland winning player.
"A true legend of the game, Laura was Player of the Match in both the Ulster Final and the All-Ireland Final in 2012 as well as being nominated for an All Star,” the club said.
"A ferocious full-back on the pitch, yet off it she had the warmest heart - always there for her teammates, always smiling, a smile that could light up any room.
"Laura's legacy will live on through the memories she created, the battles she fought in orange and white, and the love she gave so freely to everyone around her.
"We extend our deepest sympathies to her beloved husband Marty, her precious wee girls Eirinn and Maeva, her extended family, friends, her teammates in Clann Éireann, and all who were lucky enough to know her.”
Clann Éireann GAC Committee extended deepest sympathies to the McGibbon / Brown families on the passing of the club’s “esteemed member, former player, coach and current staff member”.
Mrs McGibbon's funeral will be held on Friday from her home at 96b Castor Bay Road, Lurgan with the cortege arriving at Woodville Arms, Lake Street, Lurgan at 12.30pm to St Peter's Church for 1pm Requiem Mass.
Burial will take place afterwards in St Colman's Cemetery.
Mrs McGibbon's family has asked for no flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, can be made to PIPS c/o Jack McLearnon & Son Funeral Directors 75 North Street Lurgan BT67 9AH. Tele (028) 38322232 or by donations box in the home.