Colum Eastwood MP has paid tribute to the life and legacy of Paul Diamond following news of his passing.
He said: “Paul Diamond was an institution in Derry. His whole life was dedicated to the city and using his extraordinary talents to help people.
“He gave people the opportunity of good jobs at his packaging firm Diamond Corrugated in Pennyburn.
“He generously contributed to community life with his time and donations to causes close to his heart.
“And of course he was an outstanding supporter of Derry City where he served as Chairman in the late 90s and more recently as Club President after succeeding John Hume.
“Paul loved our city and gave back to it in every way that he could.
“He will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. My thoughts are with Mary and his whole family at this difficult time.
“I hope they are comforted in the knowledge that our city and our community has benefitted immeasurably by Paul’s generosity and friendship.
“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”
