Frankie Cahill passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 82
Tributes have poured in for a well-known West Belfast man who died on Sunday, aged 82. Frankie Cahill was a prominent figure in the West Belfast GAA community and the owner of Truly Fare and Cahill’s Belfast on the Falls Road, a schoolwear shop that has been open since 1986.
Following the announcement of his passing, hundreds of tributes have been paid to Frankie on social media, who was said to be the ‘stalwart of the Kennedy Centre’.
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Cahill was a board member of South Antrim GAA, and in a statement, the organisation said they were met with ‘profound sadness’ at his passing.
They said: “Frankie was a dedicated servant to both his beloved Cardinal O’Donnells and South Antrim GAA. His passion for Gaelic games and his unwavering commitment to his club and community will always be remembered.”
Frankie was also the Club President of Cardinal O’Donnell’s GAA, who said he was a man with ‘unwavering commitment’.
They stated: “Frankie was a dedicated servant to our club and community, giving countless hours of leadership, support and friendship to players, mentors, volunteers and supporters alike.
“His passion for Gaelic games and his unwavering commitment to O’Donnells helped shape our club into what it is today.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to Frankie’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved him during this difficult time. His contribution to our club will never be forgotten, and his legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate to know him.”
Hundreds took to social media to express their sadness over Frankie’s passing. One comment read: “The Kennedy Centre will not be the same without him wandering around chatting to the team, the customers and his friends. A real true gentleman. God bless you Frankie.
Another wrote: “RIP Frankie. One of life’s true gentlemen. Always had time for a chat with you. A great gael and Cardinal O’Donnell’s stalwart.
A comment also read: “Frankie was a gentleman who always had a joke or two up his sleeve. A cornerstone of the business community in the Kennedy Centre.”
In a death notice posted online, Frankie was described as the, “beloved husband of Briege. A much loved daddy to Paula, Lynda and Fran. A loving granda to Caolán, Cathal, Charlotte, Lucia and Malachy. A Father-in-law to Carl and Jason.”
A funeral has been organised for Wednesday, 31st December at 12pm in St John’s Church, followed by burial in Milltown Cemetery.
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