3 days ago
- Business
- Irish Daily Mirror
Tearful tributes flow for 'true legend' dad-of-three killed in tragic incident
Tributes are pouring in for 'a true legend' and 'great friend' Eamonn Egan, 58, who sadly lost his life after a tragic accident at his home earlier this week.
Father of three, Mr. Egan, was the chief executive of the Irish division of international insurance firm Lloyd's.
It is believed Mr. Egan was fatally injured when a tractor loader fell at his home in Maynooth, Co. Kildare on Monday. Emergency services rushed to the scene of the incident but Mr. Egan was pronounced dead a short while later.
The Health and Saftey Authority (HSA) said it is aware of the incident and has launched a full investigation.
Mr. Egan was well known in the business community and was a former amateur jockey.
Mr. Egan's death notice and funeral details have subsequently been published on The notice reads: "Egan, Eamonn, Ivy House, Clonfert, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, June 2 2025, following a tragic accident at home, deeply regretted by his loving children Eddie, Emma and Ashlie, wife Sarah, brothers Alan, Declan and Fergal, sister Lorraine, partner Katherine, grandson Ethan, extended family, colleagues and friends. Rest in peace."
Family and friends have spent the last few days remembering a man some described as "tremendous" and "a true legend".
"My sincere condolences to the Egan family. Eamonn was a true legend. Rest in Peace," said one person.
"We both attended Oatland's College. Although Eamonn was a few years behind me, our paths crossed many times over the years in the insurance industry. Eamonn was always a gentleman in my dealings with him. Deepest sympathies to his family and friends on his untimely passing. May he rest in peace," said another.
A third person said: "My condolences to the Eagan family on such a sad loss. I am genuinely sorry to lose such a good friend. Eamonn always had a kind word and was always great company whenever we were together.
"Our time together on the board of the British Irish chamber of commerce, and together in the Royal Dublin society. Social events were always social events when Eamonn was there, and his charm and personality always made the occasion one worthwhile. RIP."
Mr. Egan's remains will repose at his home on Sunday from 4pm to 8pm, with evening prayers at 7pm. Removal from his home on Monday at approximately 11am to arrive at the Church of St. Patrick and St. Brigid's, Clane for 11.30am Funeral Mass, followed by burial in Mainham Cemetery, Clane.
