The Manchester United legend’s mother Marie Keane passed away peacefully on Friday surrounded by her family in Cork
Roy Keane has shared a poignant five-word tribute following the passing of his mother, Marie, on Friday.
Marie Keane (née Lynch) died peacefully surrounded by her loved ones in St. Anne’s Ward at Marymount University Hospital and Hospice, Cork.
The mother-of-five had a profound influence on her son Roy, who represented Manchester United and Celtic, and earned nearly 70 caps for the Republic of Ireland.
It’s widely acknowledged that Keane, who seldom discusses his private life, shared a close bond with his parents. His father Maurice (Mossie) died in August 2019.
During an episode of The Overlap podcast last summer, Keane became visibly moved when shown a photograph of his mother and father, Mossie, attending one of his matches during his Manchester United career, reports the Irish Mirror.
“You’re on about family, the ups and downs of football. But when you see your family at Wembley after you’ve won a big game…,” said Keane, who grew emotional and received comfort from friend Wright with a reassuring hand on his shoulder.
Posting on social media on Saturday evening, the 54 year old made his sentiments clear when, alongside a photograph of himself with his mother, he wrote: “You’ll always be the boss.”
Marie Keane will be laid to rest on Tuesday following Requiem Mass at the Church of the Resurrection, Farranree.
Countless well-wishers, relatives and members of the public have expressed their condolences to Mrs Keane on social media.
“Our deepest condolences to the Keane family at this sad time. May your mum rest in peace,” said Mayfield AFC in Cork. Another person wrote: “Sincere sympathy to the Keane and Lynch families on your sad loss. Marie was a lovely lady. We had many happy years working in Sunbeam. May her gentle soul, rest in peace.”
A third added: “My condolences to the Keane family. My mum always always spoke so kindly of your mum before they were married and had kids. My own mum just sadly just passed as well so please allow your selves be vulnerable with grief next few weeks. God bless.”
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