Oliver Galligan

The death has occurred of Oliver Galligan Kilnavara , Cavan, (Former President of the Ulster Council GAA) Monday 18th of August, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and in the exceptional care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital.

Predeceased by his parents John & Jane.

Oliver will be very sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend Frances, sons John (Breda) Oliver (Emma) and daughter Elaine (Peter). His adoring grandchildren Caoimhe, Max, Charlie Bob, Ella Jane, Darragh, Patrick, Tom & Isabelle, his brother Sean and sister Kathleen. Also by his sisters in law Áine, Carina, Irene & Mary, nephews, nieces, all his relatives and many, many friends who have had the pleasure of knowing him.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Reposing at the Mc Mahon Funeral Home, Farnham Rd, Cavan (H12C821) on Wednesday evening the 20th of August from 4pm until 7pm. Removal from his home in Kilnavara on Thursday afternoon to arrive for Funeral Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim, Cavan for 1 o’clock. Following Mass, the cortége will travel to St Brigid’s Cemetery, Killygarry for committal prayers and burial.

Family flowers only please, donations would be appreciated by the family to CCU/Medical 1 Cavan General Hospital, any family member or donation box in the Funeral Home.

Oliver's Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the parish website at www.cavantownparish.com/webcam