Benny had a great love for GAA and took great interest in the local Drung club, as well as the St Finbarr's amalgamation. He was an active member of the Drung GFC committee and at the time of his death was an Honorary President. He passed away in June at 87 years of age and the club held a Guard of Honour for him at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Drung.