The Late Dick Cummins, RIP, Fethard The death of Dick Cummins Fethard had removed in his 93rd year in one of the greatest Gaels the homes of Tipperary ever sheltered. A true son of Ireland and of Knocknagrow, Dick was of a family who adhered to both the Christian and Fenian faiths with dedication, but respected those who did not share their beliefs. Dick Cummins throughout his life never deviated from his commitment to our national games, his work and opinions were always for the good of the association and particularly to make sure our young people would always have Gaelic games as their first choice. He never sought the limelight or made a statement to capture a media headline, doing the right thing was always his objective. His Statesmanship and core values will be missed in the meeting rooms of the GAA in the Premier County. Those who knew him as a friend and fellow Gael know he was the complete gentleman, ever thoughtful, caring with the hand of help and friendship ready to be extended when the occasion arose. Dick was the associate of many people who played key roles in the War of Independence. He was only a boy of nine years when the Anglo Irish Treaty was signed in 1921 and eleven years of age when his brother Ned was on the football selection that won Tipperary's last senior football All Ireland. He was so happy to see Tipperary footballers play before 75,000 people in Croke Park and win the Tommy Murphy Cup playing good football last summer. "It was great to see our footballers back in Croke Park and playing well and winning a National trophy, Tommy Murphy was one of the greats," Dick told me as we chatted in Kilfeakle last October at the memorial ceremonies for Sean Treacy the famous Tipperary patriot and soldiers of Ireland. Dick had left us to receive his Heavenly reward for long and faithful service on earth, the gates opened wide to receive him and welcome him. We all miss him and his words of wisdom. No more will we get his smile of welcome and caring words and straight talking when the occasion required. We share countless happy memories of him and his late wife at functions and local gatherings .News of his death despite his age came as a shock as he was so active up to his peaceful passing to God. A shroud weaved by nature descended around Fethard on the morning of this burial to celebrate his elevation into Heaven. All fortunate to have known him are privileged. May the hallowed sod of Knocknagow rest kindly on his remains and his soul share the eternal happiness of God and his kingdom. Courtesy of Tipperary Star 28 January 2066 Tweet

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