Much sadness followed the death on December 16, 2008 of Johnny Carolan, Stickillen, Ardee. Johnny had a keen interest in the GAA. He played for the Sean O'Carrolls club in his early days and was one of the first players to line out for St Kevins after the club was founded in 1948. He followed Louth and also had an interest in the fortunes of the home of gaelic football - Kerry. He made friends with many past and present Kingdom players during his annual visits to Killarney.