Shock and sadness at young GAA star's passing
December 19, 2023
The Armagh flag flies proudly.
An Armagh GAA club has been left heartbroken by the passing of one of its brightest prospects on Sunday.
Frank James McCaffery, who played for Tír na nÓg in Portadown, was the beloved son of Jean and Francis and brother of Haley and Rosa. Affectionately known as ‘Frank the Tank’, the teenager was part of the club’s U14 double and U16 ½ Championship winning teams in recent years.
A statement from the club read: "The committee, members, players and coaches of Tír na nÓg are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Frank James McCaffrey.
"We send our heartfelt condolences to Frank James’ mother Jean, father Francis, sisters Hayley and Rosa, cousins and players Joe, Tom and Sam and the entire family circle.
"Frank James, fondly referred to by his teammates as “Frank the Tank” was a formidable forward and a key player on our U14 double championship winning and U16.5 championship winning teams.
"Frank always had a smile and a twinkle in his eye and provided the craic on many an away day with his team. A laid-back lad with a kind soul, who did his talking on the pitch.
"Frank James, we will remember you fondly. #ForeverYoung Mary, Queen of the Gael, Pray for him."
— tirnanógportadown (@TirnanOgPdown) December 17, 2023Tweet
