A CO Derry GAA club has paid tribute to member Francis Lagan who tragically died on Friday during Storm Arwen.
Mr Graham was travelling along the Dublin Road in Antrim town when his car was hit by a fallen tree.
He was the principal of St Mary’s Primary School in Maghera.
His local GAA club Watty Graham#s Glen paid its own tribute to Mr Lagan.
In a message on Facebook, the club said: “A great club man, coach, principal, colleague, mentor, friend but more importantly a fantastic son, brother, husband and daddy.
“We as a club and community will stand strong with the Lagan family in the days, weeks and months ahead.”
“Rest in peace Francis. 💔”
St Mary’s also paid its own tribute to Mr Lagan.
In a message from the vice principal Martina Bradley, the school said: “The entire College family is shocked to hear of the sad passing of Francis Lagan, brother of our Head of Mathematics Mrs M. Devlin.
“Francis was a valued past pupil and Principal of our feeder Primary St. Mary’s, Glenview.
“He is pictured as part of the 1996 Forrester’s Cup winning team.
“He will be sadly missed by the entire community.
“Education in South Derry has lost a giant in his prime.
“Condolences to his wife Louise, Mrs M. Devlin and the entire Lagan family.
“St Patrick, pray for him.”
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