A Longford GAA club has been left heartbroken following the death of one of its most dedicated players.

Mostrim GAA has led the tributes to long-serving player Alan O’Hara, whose untimely passing at the age of 39 has plunged his home town of Edgeworthstown into mourning. Affectionately known as ‘Hardchaw’ or ‘Chaw’, Alan was a stalwart of the Mostrim team who also represented Longford at underage level.

“It is with great sadness within our Mostrim GAA Club and the Edgeworthstown community that we have learned of the untimely passing of Alan O'Hara,” his club said in a heartfelt tribute. 

“Alan was a current playing member of the Mostrim GAA Club and was heavily involved in helping with the minors and seniors of the club up until a few weeks ago.  Alan comes from a proud Mostrim GAA family, with the O'Hara family steeped in Mostrim GAA.  

“Of course, Alan was more commonly referred to by his nickname ‘Hardchaw’ or ‘Chaw’ for short, but in reality, he was a true gent. Alan started out at underage level, and it was plain to see his love for his Club Mostrim GAA. 

“On any given day, you would see Alan going to the club gym or going for a run or cycle. Always in tip-top physical condition. Fitness was never a problem. 

“Alan played at every level for the Mostrim Club growing up and represented Longford at each grade up to U21 level. 

“In recent years, Alan was an integral part of the Mostrim senior team, and never more than en route to the County Final in 2021, lining out at number 7, in the half back line.

“To Alan's mother Mary, father John, sisters, Rebecca, Rachel, Alison, Aisling, Alan's partner Ariel, the extended O'Hara family and his wide circle of friends, we extend our deepest sympathies. 

“Alan will be missed in Mostrim GAA Club, Edgeworthstown community and beyond. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”

Longford GAA added: “Longford GAA is deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of Mostrim Senior Player Alan O’Hara. Alan was a true Gael who was an integral part of his Club and Community, wearing the Red & Green with pride and also representing Longford at all underage levels up to U21.

“To Alan's parents, Mary and John, sisters, Rebecca, Rachel, Alison and Aisling, his partner Ariel, the extended O'Hara family, the Mostrim GAA family and his wide circle of friends, we offer our deepest sympathies.

“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”

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