Derry Daily
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Sport
  • Features
  • Courts
  • Business
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Jobs
Friday 14°CSaturday 15°C

Derry Daily Derry Daily Derry Daily

  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Sport
  • Features
  • Courts
  • Business
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Jobs
Derry CityHealthNewsSport

Shane Duffy pays tribute to his ‘hero’ dad Brian who has died aged 53

written by John May 12, 2020
ShareTweet

Derry-born Republic of Ireland international footballer Shane Duffy has paid heartfelt tribute to his ”hero’ father Brian who has sadly died aged 53.

Mr Duffy is understood to have passed away at his home.

Originally from Ard O’Donnell in Letterkenny, the 53-year-old was well known in football circles and was a regular at Republic of Ireland matches home and away.

Posting on Instagram, Brighton & Hove Albion defender Shane described his father as his hero.

“You weren’t just my dad, you were my hero, my idol,” he said in his tribute.

“I’ll miss ringing u after the match and you telling me how sh**e I was.

“Daddy I love you and miss you.

“Look after us all now.

“Every time I put that green shirt on for our country I’ll be thinking about you because I know how proud you were of me playing for Ireland.

“Love you and miss you.”

The FAI today expressed condolences to Shane his family following their sudden loss.

A dedicated supporter of the Ireland team, who travelled all over the world to watch Shane play and always mixed in with Irish fans, Donegal native and Derry resident Brian was incredibly proud of his son’s achievements as a player.

Shane first represented Ireland at Under-19 level before becoming the country’s second most-capped Under-21’s player and then making his senior debut in 2014 and captaining the team against Denmark in November 2019. Brian was part of that journey all of the way.

Senior Ireland team boss Stephen Kenny said: “Our thoughts are with Shane and his family at this very sad time. Brian was very proud of his son, a proud football fan and a huge supporter of the Foyle Harps club in Derry where Shane played his underage football alongside Patrick McEleney and where Paddy McCourt learned the game.

“My own son Eoin played for Harps up to two years ago and I know just how central to the Galliagh community the club is. Brian’s loss will be felt by everyone at Foyle Harps and in Galliagh but none of us can comprehend what Shane and his family are going through now. We can only offer our support and sympathies.”

FAI Interim Deputy CEO Niall Quinn said: “To lose a father at any time is heartbreaking but to lose Brian at just 53 years of age is such a tragedy for Shane and his family. We can only imagine the pain they are going through now and I am sure I speak for everyone involved with Irish football when I offer our sympathies to Shane and the Duffy family in Derry and in Donegal.”

President of the FAI, Gerry McAnaney added: “On behalf of the Football Association of Ireland, I offer our condolences to Shane and his family on the loss of Brian at such a young age. Our thoughts and prayers are with Shane, his mum Siobhan, brother Tony, daughter Nicola and the extended Duffy family. May Brian Rest in Peace.”

Shane Duffy pays tribute to his ‘hero’ dad Brian who has died aged 53 was last modified: May 13th, 2020 by John

Tags:
Ard O’DonnellBrian DuffyBrighton & Hove Albion defenderDerry Cityderry-bornletterkennyRepublic of IrelandShane Duffy pays tribute to his hero dad Brian who has died aged 53
ShareTweet
John

LEAVE A COMMENT

You may also like

Sadness as mother of girl (6) killed...

9 hours ago

‘Inaction on Foyle Bridge barriers and mental...

12 hours ago

Two charged over huge cannabis haul seized...

18 hours ago

Sadness as child dies and three others...

18 hours ago

PSNI discover huge cannabis factory near border

20 hours ago

Major investment in Capital Projects approved by...

1 day ago

Mayor looking forward to All Ireland Pipe-Band...

1 day ago

Mayor hosts Guardian of the Sperrins event

2 days ago

Durkan calls for urgent traffic calming measures...

2 days ago

Harkin: Stormont Executive must act now to...

2 days ago

Keep in touch

Facebook Twitter Email

Features

  • Sun, sea, spectacular views, historical charm and fabulous food. Tunisia of course

    April 5, 2024
  • Magical trip to see Santa from Belfast

    December 20, 2023
  • DD Travel Feature: Cork’s amazing The Montenotte Hotel

    April 18, 2023
  • Derry cancer survivor Noeleen McMorris reveals importance of awareness

    July 25, 2022
  • Competition! Win tickets to Northern Ireland v England Women’s Euro 2022 match

    June 17, 2022

Courts

  • Two men in court after £1.2m cannabis find near border

    July 3, 2025
  • Two charged over huge cannabis haul seized in North West

    July 3, 2025
  • Two men to face Derry court over driving and drug offences

    July 2, 2025
  • Former Derry coach Rory Gallagher launches High Court action against GAA

    July 1, 2025
  • Derry man jailed over house burglary offences

    June 26, 2025

Donegal Daily

    Read More

    • News
    • Sport
    • Courts
    • Jobs
    • Features
    • Business
    • Politics

    Information

    • Contact Us
    • About
    • Advertise WIth Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Terms & Conditions
    Derry Daily

    © 2025 Derry Daily. All rights reserved.


    Back To Top

    We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.OkPrivacy policy