Accomplished footballer Kevin Morgan passed away in Spain
His talent emerged at an early age when he played in a very successful Bank Rovers minor team, managed by Jim Martin and included such noted players as Tomas Kelledy who played with Dundalk, Eddie O'Connell, Stephen Maguire and Benny Gaughran who went on to play with Louth.
Kevin's greatest achievements in football came as a goalkeeper in the black and green of Young Irelanders, for having won a JFC medal with the club in 1977 when they beat Oliver Plunketts in the final in Knockbridge, he kept his place in goals when the club regained their senior status.
When the Irelanders reached the senior final in 1979 for the first time in 29 years, Kevin was in goals when they upset the odds beating the dominant team in the county at the time Cooley Kickhams who were going for their 4th title in a row.
He continued playing long after others of his age quit, and was readily available to help out any team when asked.
In recent years he kept himself fit playing golf, another sport at which he was accomplished, and the sudden nature of his death shocked many for Kevin was a well known and popular figure in town.
Originally from Cluan Enda, Kevin's father was a well known referee in junior and minor soccer leagues, and he lived in Vincent Avenue for most of his married life.
The sympathy of many is extended to his wife and family.
Reposing at his home on Saturday between 4pm and 8pm and on Sunday between 2pm and 8pm. Removal on Monday afternoon at 12.30 (walking) to St. Patrick's Cathedral arriving for Funeral Mass at 1pm. Thereafter (driving) to St. Patrick's Cemetery for burial.
House strictly private at all other times.
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