Norman Deane

First time i met Norman , was at a "Disco" at Harlequins, he was the "Bouncer" , he had a big Cranky head on him ,he kicked us out , NOBODY was aloud to stay in the carpark after the Disco End . Many years later i had him come to my shop to buy a lawnmower , still a big Cranky head on him , Cutting the Cricket pitch was his thing , everytime the mower broke down it was my fault , but after 30 years of his Bluster ,i grew to enjoy him , and we always had the Craic , A big blusterie Teddy bear , Good bye Norman

Sincere condolences to Sarah and Norman's many friends.
Norman dedicated his efforts to all in Harlequins for so many years. Thank you for being welcoming and showing pride in making the Club such a special place. Rip Norman.

Very sad to hear of the passing of Norman . Condolences to his Sister and Friends. A great Harlequins person.
Tony O’Grady (Harlequins)

Deepest condolences to Norman's family and friends. Norman has been a great constant in Tour de Munster training for the past 16 years, i.e. since Harlequins very kindly agreed to accommodate us in 2009. Always kind and accommodating, he made us feel very welcome. His spirit will live on in his beloved club and in the 'Quins Spins which are key to the success of the Tour de Munster.
Rest In Peace gentle friend to so many!

Sending condolences to Sarah on the passing of her brother Norman. I joined Harlequins in 1960. In those days Norman played as a full back on the 1st Hockey team. Back then there were no facilities. We changed in Billy Ellis's caravan and would then retire to O'Hallorans where Norman would treat us to a few pints. How things have improved in Harlequins largely due to Norman's hard work over the years. Rest in peace Norman.

Sincere sympathy to Norman's family and friends. A great stalwart of Cork Harlequins, who facilitated us so often when requiring an astroturf pitch. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Frances on the death of your dear Brother

Sincere sympathies to the family and friends on Norman. May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences to Norman's family on your sad loss. I first met him playing tennis for Church of Ireland against Douglas LTC in the Glasheen Road days. He was real character as cricket groundsman in Harlequins for so many years where he ruled the roost firmly but kindly. We christened him "Storming Norman" behind his back of course. May he rest in peace.

Sad to hear of Norman’s passing. Condolences to his family.
I’ll always remember him for ensuring I had the best of the goalie gear. RIP Norman.

Belatedly we learned of Norman's passing. He was the essence of a true gentleman, a loyal and dedicated club man, always kind and welcoming to all ages and of immeasureable value to hockey and cricket in Harlequins.
May he rise in glory and reap his heavenly reward.

Fond memories of our time in Harlequins and our many chats in S/V Carrigaline.

May Norman rest in peace,fondly remembered in Harlequins

So sorry to hear of Normans passing. A true Harlequins legend. He definitely had boundaries which we all crossed the odd time.The making up was always fun. A true gentleman.

Sincere sympathies on the passing of Norman. A legend of Quins and an absolute gentleman. Rest in Peace, Norm.

Sincere sympathy to Francie on the death of her dear brother Norman. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Sincere sympathy to Norman’s family and friends and all those in Cork Harlequins.

Condolences to Norman's sister Sarah and friends i joined Quins in 1996 loved meeting Norman every time i went to the club what a legend REST IN PEACE
NORMAN

Sincere sympathy to Frances and all who morn the sad passing of Norman.

My sincere condolences to Norman's family and friends. May He Rest In Peace.

I was very fond of Norman. He was kind to me over the many years that I was a member in Harlequins HC. We all know there were the odd occasion we may have stepped over his rules boundary😄. We all have our story. Norman was so proud of Quins and all of us who gave their 100% to the club on and off the pitch. Norman, we were proud of you also.
Sincere condolences to Norman's sister Sarah, family and dear close friends, Margaret, Billy & Stan. May Norman rest in God's eternal peace xx 🧡

My sincere sympathies to Sarah on the passing of Norman.
May he now rest in eternal peace with the Lord.

Sincere sympathy to Norman's sister and his many friends. Harlequins will forever remember Norman and the devotion he had to the club, may he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Norman's sister & friends & all in Quins. Always enjoyed our chats. Rest in peace Norman, you legend.

Deepest Sympathy to Normans sister What a wonderful person and Club man

What will Quins be like without Norman’s presence?
From school girl days to Ladies Vets, from grass pitches to floodlit astroturf he was a THE non changing face of the Club.
How we relished coming in after Vets hockey on a Wednesday night at 10 pm to the fire blazing and Norman making sure we were well warmed before heading home after our Tea!! (Favourite Tipple) and Tayto.
May Norman Rest in Peace after a long life of helping all those who sported and played on the pitches at Farmers Cross. You will surely reap your rewards in Heaven.

Rip Norman Deane.
Sincere condolences to friends and family at this hard time.

Sincere condolences to Normans family and friends. I have many memories of Norman in Harlequins. He had a few rules - respect him, his work, harlequins, his side of the kitchen and his open fire. If you abided by these rules, Norman was always a gentleman. He was definitely the face of Harlequins and will be sorely missed. Ar dheis de go raibh a anam.

Deepest sympathy on the loss of Norman

Deepest condolences to all the family and friends of Norman - always enjoyed the craic, may he rest in peace.

Sympathies to Normans family, friends and Harlequins family. A unique and dedicated Quins man.

Deepest sympathies to Norman's family. A true Harlequin great. Many fond and happy memories. May Norman rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathy to Sarah on the passing of her beloved brother Norman.
He was a man of many parts but his life was dedicated to his role in Cork Harlequins. A true gentleman and a friend to so many.
May Norman Rest in Peace.

Mr Deane, Mr Hertz and Mr Harlequins, perhaps many more ... Very sad to learn of Normans passing, he would have relished HQ 100yr anniversary, not to be unfortunately. I had the pleasure of Normans many moods, opinions, social skills et al during my time in the HHC. Off the playing field, best described as my nemesis, the reality was we both had the clubs best interest at heart. I can honestly say very few, if any, were as committed to Quins as Norman; time has proven that.
May he rest in peace, my condolences to Sarah and his good friends Billy,Margaret and Stan.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Norman.
Sincere sympathy to his sister, Sarah and his dear friends.
I got to know Norman, when I worked at Tom Maloney Car Hire (TM Nationwide), Patrick’s Quay, in the seventies and early eighties. Norman was a nice, pleasant person.
May, Norman, rest in peace.

Norman a legend on and off the hockey field . Followed you and Quins Senior mens team well before the reforming of the “ Ladies Club in 1966” Remember many wonderful trips to Railway Union that you organised.
Quins could say
“Well done you good and faithful servant”

Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory Norman

So sorry Sarah and to Normans wide range of friends, He was always a gentleman to deal with, and we have many great memories of him at harlequins! Rip Norman,

Sincere sympathy to Francie on the sad passing of Norman

Sincere condolences to Norman's family, friends and all in Harleguins. He was a character that will be missed.

Very sad to hear that Cork Harlequins and his family and friends have lost Norman. He will be truly missed.

Deepest sympathy on the loss of Norman he will be sadly missed.

Mark & Mags xxx

Sincerest sympathy to Sarah, Stan, Mags & Billy. Harlequins has lost its godfather, the ‘Dean’ of Farmers cross for 50+ years. He will be truly missed. Although he grumbled at me many times it’s far outweighed by the big smiles and chats I have shared with him.
His epic auctions, support and constant dedication to harlequins will never be forgotten. We were a lucky club to have had him for so long❤️

So sorry to hear of the passing of Norman We as a family have fond memories from our days in Harlequins with Norman May he rest in peace

Sincere condolences to Sarah and to those close to Norman. May he rest in peace. Harlequins has lost a long serving member and trustee.

My sincere sympathy to a loving sister,dear friends & extended family on the sad passing of Norman.
Norman, may you Rest Peacefully . Amen. xx

Deepest sympathies to Frances on the sad passing of Norman. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Condolences to Frances on the sad passing of Norman. We will keep you in our thoughts & prayers through the difficult days ahead.

our deepest syampthies to normans sister sarah, family and friends. we had great memories of norman in harlequins he cared for everyone and everything in that club . you were amazing norman x rest in peace

Sincere Sympathy to Norman’s family and friends on the sad passing of Norman. A legend in Harlequins, will be missed by all. Rest in Peace Norman.

Deepest sympathy to Sarah Frances on the passing of her dear brother Norman. He was a gentleman and will be remembered.

Norman will be sorely missed. Over the years he made us all welcome, fire lighting.
A true gentle man, with a gruff exterior.
In my prayers

My sincerest sympathy on the passing of Norman. He was a great character, always with a witty comment when you met him. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

A sad time for Cork Harlequins. Norman was a fantastic supporter of the club. His dedication to field and clubhouse maintenance was outstanding. Sincere condolences to his family and many friends.

Sincere condolences to Norman’s sister and all his friends. Have great memories of meeting Norman on my frequent visits to Quins during my umpiring career.
RIP Norman

Rest in peace Norman, you always appeared out of nowhere when we needed you. Always on your lawnmower or shouting your support for the teams. A true gentleman, a great club man. Thinking of his family and many friends

So sad to hear of Norman’s passing. Great hockey memories. May Norman now rest in peace.

Sarah, Margaret, Billy & Stan,
I will offer my condolence for Norman.
I was playing with Ashton HC.
I was meeting him over the years at Carrigaline.
He was very friendly.

Sincere condolences to Sarah on the passing of Norman . May he rest in peace .

Sincere condolences to Norman's family and close friends. A huge loss to the Harlequin family.
May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Sarah and family at this sad time. Norman was a true clubman and wonderful friend to all of us in Harlequins. May Norman’s gentle soul rest in peace.