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The Irish Sun
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Derry City mourning death of club president who was ‘lifetime supporter and long-term sponsor' of League of Ireland side
DERRY CITY FC are grieving the death of club president Paul Diamond who died over the weekend. He was a lifelong supporter of the Candystripes and held various roles within the club in addition to being a long-term sponsor. Advertisement In a statement released on Monday, the League of Ireland outfit informing followers of his passing. It read: 'It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of club president, Paul Diamond. 'Mr Diamond was appointed club president in 2021 having served a number of other roles in the club over the years. 'Mr Diamond was a lifetime supporter of the club, and a long-term sponsor. Advertisement Read More On Irish Football "His support for the club has been demonstrated over many decades. 'Mr Diamond's love of the Candystripes was triggered by his own father's support of the City and has spoken about how the red, white and black of his firm's logo were inspired by the club colours. 'Paul joined the board of the football club in 1995 and served as club chairman when the club last won the League of Ireland in 1997. 'Outside of football, Diamond Corrugated are a significant local employer and Mr Diamond was awarded a O.B.E in 2002 for his services to the packaging industry. Advertisement Most read in Football Comment 'The Diamond family links to the club continue as his son Niall was appointed to the club board in 2022. "Everyone at Derry City extends our sympathies to his wife Mary, sons Niall and Gerard and the wider family circle.' Carlo Ancelotti named Brazil coach as former Chelsea boss makes history after leaving Real Madrid In a kind show of solidarity across the League of Ireland, several clubs posted condolences upon hearing the sad news. St Patrick's Athletic tweeted: "Condolences from everyone at St Patrick's Athletic, may Paul rest in peace." Advertisement Beyond tributes from the football community, Foyle MP Colum Eastwood hailed him as "an institution in Derry". Speaking to "He gave people the opportunity of good jobs at his packaging firm Diamond Corrugated in Pennyburn." Eastwood added that the late businessman loved the city and "gave back to it in every way that he could". Advertisement 1 Paul Diamond has been remembered as "an institution" for the city as a whole Credit: @derrycityfc
Irish Daily Mirror
12-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Daily Mirror
Derry City lead tributes following the passing of club president
Derry City have paid tribute to their club president and lifelong supporter Paul Diamond who has passed away. Diamond was a long time sponsor of the club and was chairman the last time the Candystripes won the league in 1996/97. His firm, Diamond Corrugated, has provided shirt sponsorship to the club since 2011. In a statement today, Derry City said: 'It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Club President, Paul Diamond. 'Mr Diamond was appointed Club President in 2021 having served a number of other roles in the club over the years. 'Mr Diamond was a lifetime supporter of the club, and a long term sponsor. His support for the club has been demonstrated over many decades. 'Mr Diamond's love of the Candystripes was triggered by his own father's support of the City and has spoken about how the red, white and black of his firm's logo were inspired by the club colours.' Derry City's statement continued: 'Paul joined the board of the football club in 1995 and served as club chairman when the club last won the League of Ireland in 1997. 'Outside of football, Diamond Corrugated are a significant local employer and Mr Diamond was awarded a O.B.E in 2002 for his services to the packaging industry. 'The Diamond family links to the club continue as his son Niall was appointed to the club board in 2022. Everyone at Derry City extends our sympathies to his wife Mary, sons Niall and Gerard and the wider family circle.'
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tributes paid to Derry City president Paul Diamond
Tributes have been paid to the prominent businessman and president of Derry City Football Club, Paul Diamond, following his death. Mr Diamond, who died at the weekend, owned the packaging company Diamond Corrugated in the city. He was appointed OBE in 2002 for his services to the packaging industry. A life-long supporter of the Candystripes, Mr Diamond held several senior roles at the club, including chairman and honorary president, after succeeding former SDLP leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner John Hume. Foyle MP Colum Eastwood led tributes to Mr Diamond, describing him as "an institution in Derry". "His whole life was dedicated to the city and using his extraordinary talents to help people," Eastwood said. "He gave people the opportunity of good jobs at his packaging firm Diamond Corrugated in Pennyburn." Mr Eastwood said the late businessman loved the city and "gave back to it in every way that he could". Manufacturing NI, of which Mr Diamond was a founder, said he was a huge contributor to the north west economy. In a statement, Derry City FC remembered Mr Diamond as a "lifelong supporter" and long-time sponsor of the club. He was appointed club president in 2021and the club said his support had been demonstrated over many decades. He joined the board of the club in 1995 and served as club chairman when they last won the League of Ireland in 1997. The club said Mr Diamond's love of the Candystripes was triggered by his own father's support for the team the red, white and black of his firm's logo were inspired by the club colours. "The Diamond family links to the club continue as his son Niall was appointed to the club board in 2022," the statement said. "Everyone at Derry City extend our sympathies to his wife Mary, sons Niall and Gerard and the wider family circle."
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tributes paid to Derry City president Paul Diamond
Tributes have been paid to the prominent businessman and president of Derry City Football Club, Paul Diamond, following his death. Mr Diamond, who died at the weekend, owned the packaging company Diamond Corrugated in the city. He was appointed OBE in 2002 for his services to the packaging industry. A life-long supporter of the Candystripes, Mr Diamond held several senior roles at the club, including chairman and honorary president, after succeeding former SDLP leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner John Hume. Foyle MP Colum Eastwood led tributes to Mr Diamond, describing him as "an institution in Derry". "His whole life was dedicated to the city and using his extraordinary talents to help people," Eastwood said. "He gave people the opportunity of good jobs at his packaging firm Diamond Corrugated in Pennyburn." Mr Eastwood said the late businessman loved the city and "gave back to it in every way that he could". Manufacturing NI, of which Mr Diamond was a founder, said he was a huge contributor to the north west economy. Very sorry to hear of the passing of Paul Diamond. A huge contributor to the NW economy, community and sport. He was also one of the founders of Manufacturing NI. Deepest condolences to Mary and his family and colleagues. — Manufacturing NI (@ManufacturingNI) May 11, 2025 In a statement, Derry City FC remembered Mr Diamond as a "lifelong supporter" and long-time sponsor of the club. He was appointed club president in 2021and the club said his support had been demonstrated over many decades. He joined the board of the club in 1995 and served as club chairman when they last won the League of Ireland in 1997. The club said Mr Diamond's love of the Candystripes was triggered by his own father's support for the team the red, white and black of his firm's logo were inspired by the club colours. "The Diamond family links to the club continue as his son Niall was appointed to the club board in 2022," the statement said. "Everyone at Derry City extend our sympathies to his wife Mary, sons Niall and Gerard and the wider family circle."
BBC News
12-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Paul Diamond: Tributes paid after death of Derry City president
Tributes have been paid to the prominent businessman and president of Derry City Football Club, Paul Diamond, following his death. Mr Diamond, who died at the weekend, owned the packaging company Diamond Corrugated in the city. He was appointed OBE in 2002 for his services to the packaging industry.A life-long supporter of the Candystripes, Mr Diamond held several senior roles at the club, including chairman and honorary president, after succeeding former SDLP leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner John Hume. 'Whole life dedicated to the city' Foyle MP Colum Eastwood led tributes to Mr Diamond, describing him as "an institution in Derry"."His whole life was dedicated to the city and using his extraordinary talents to help people," Eastwood said. "He gave people the opportunity of good jobs at his packaging firm Diamond Corrugated in Pennyburn."Mr Eastwood said the late businessman loved the city and "gave back to it in every way that he could".Manufacturing NI, of which Mr Diamond was a founder, said he was a huge contributor to the north west economy. In a statement, Derry City FC remembered Mr Diamond as a "lifelong supporter" and long-time sponsor of the was appointed club president in 2021and the club said his support had been demonstrated over many joined the board of the club in 1995 and served as club chairman when they last won the League of Ireland in club said Mr Diamond's love of the Candystripes was triggered by his own father's support for the team the red, white and black of his firm's logo were inspired by the club colours."The Diamond family links to the club continue as his son Niall was appointed to the club board in 2022," the statement said."Everyone at Derry City extend our sympathies to his wife Mary, sons Niall and Gerard and the wider family circle."
