It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jerry McDonnell, Tipperary Cumann na mBunscol.
Jerry's involvement with Tipperary Cumann na mBunscol dates back to 1984 and continued until his retirement as an officer in 2023. During this time Jerry held various positions including Tipperary Cumann na mBunscol Chairperson (1991-1992), Tipperary Cumann na mBunscol Vice Chair (1990), Tipperary Cumann na mBunscol Treasurer (2000-2023), Munster Cumann na mBunscol secretary (1991 - 2007), Munster Cumann na mBunscol delegate (1991 - 2007), National Cumann na mBunscol delegate 2002 and Tipperary County Board Delegate (1996 - 2023).
Jerry was instrumental in the creation and development of the hugely successful Equipment Scheme which still exists today. Jerry was also at the forefront of establishing the Primary Game, in its current format, with his fellow Munster Officers. Jerry played a key role in promoting activities on the field - he was central to the establishment of competitions for Under 13 Boys and Girls and later Under 11 Competitions.
Jerry retired from teaching in 2009 but his commitment to Tipperary Cumann na mBunscol activities was clearly evident as he stayed on as treasurer until 2023.
"Jerry McDonnell, Ballingarrane, Clonmel & late of Carrick-On-Suir, Co. Tipperary. Died 30th April 2026, peacefully in Tipperary University Hospital. Pre deceased by his parents Kathleen & John. Sadly missed by his loving Wife Agnes, sons John and Brian, daughter-in-law Amy, grandsons Ben & Joe, brothers Kevin, Niall & Sean, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Reposing at John O’Donoghue & Sons Funeral Home, Kickham Street, Clonmel, E91PK19, on Sunday 3rd May from 5pm to 7pm. Jerry’s Requiem Mass is at 12 noon on Monday 4th May in St. Mary’s Church, Irishtown, E91 FD28, followed by burial in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Clonmel."
Cumann na mBunscol Tipperary will assemble in St PAtrick's Cemetery, Clonmel at 130 pm on Monday for a Guard of Honour. Any available Cumann na mBunscol Officers and friends are welcome to join them.
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