"A passionate man that loved the GAA and the culture it provided"
The late Ger Fitzgerald ©INPHO/James Crombie
Tributes have been flowing since news of the death of former Cork hurling star Ger Fitzgerald broke earlier this week.
The Midleton clubman won All-Ireland SHC titles with the Rebel County in 1986 and ’90, and was also captain of the 1992 Munster championship winning side.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has been among those to pay tribute to the late Mr Fitzgerald after the sad news of his passing on Tuesday.
Very saddened at the passing of Ger Fitzgerald, who made an outstanding contribution to GAA
— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) March 18, 2025
A talented hurler, Ger won 2 All Irelands with Cork in ‘86 & ‘90. He was also a wonderful coach & mentor to so many young people in his beloved Midleton
Deepest sympathies to his family
Cork hurling legend Ger Fitzgerald has passed away at 60. A 2x All-Ireland winner, Midleton icon, and inspirational leader. 🏆 His legacy lives on in every game. Condolences to his wife Kathryn and his 3 daughters. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam 💬 #CorkGAA pic.twitter.com/Hye2bSWtAO
— Dominic Naughton (@NaughtonCares) March 19, 2025
Such sad news to hear the passing of Ger Fitzgerald. A star of one of the greatest club teams I ever seen & had the honour to play against. Ger had many admirers in the Glens. Condolences to his family & all at the Midleton Club.
— Sambo Mc Naughton (@SamboMcNaughton) March 18, 2025
Midleton's Ger Fitz was one of the good ones, why are they always taken from us too early? https://t.co/a38OWVhlpb
— EchoLive.ie (@echolivecork) March 19, 2025
So sad to hear of the passing of Ger Fitzgerald apart from his hurling ability an absolute gentleman to deal with at all times.
— Finbarr Mc Carthy (@FiFinnymac) March 18, 2025
Bore his illness with great dignity sincere sympathy to his family, team mates @MidletonGaa and @OfficialCorkGAA
Rest easy Ger. pic.twitter.com/0LaRkJugkc
Ger Fitzgerald RIP. A great servant of @MidletonGaa and @OfficialCorkGAA. A man that gave his all to club and county. A passionate man that loved the GAA and the culture it provided. My condolences to his family, club and the players that stood beside him.
— Martin Kiely (@MartinKiely1) March 18, 2025
Such sad news about Ger Fitzgerald. Superb player, formed a truly legendary full-forward line with Kevin Hennessy and John Fitzgibbon. Part of a generation that gave Cork some amazing days. pic.twitter.com/m24X1DUsHm
— Michael Foley📚🖊 (@MickFoley76) March 18, 2025
One of my all time favourite pictures. 27 August 1992; Journalist Enda McEvoy interviews Ger Fitzgerald during a @OfficialCorkGAA senior hurling press night at Páirc Uí Chaoimh in Cork ahead of their All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final. Rest in Peace Ger pic.twitter.com/RLGlcZOEJs
— Ray McManus (@Sportsfileray) March 18, 2025
Our thoughts are with the family, friends, teammates and all in @MidletonGaa and @OfficialCorkGAA on the passing of 2-time All-Ireland winner Ger Fitzgerald.
— GPA (@gaelicplayers) March 18, 2025
May he rest in peace. ❤️🤍 pic.twitter.com/gZxJx8aagv
Our club is extremely saddened to hear that our great friend and colleague Ger Fitzgerald has passed away.Ger was Midleton to the core, a great leader, on and off the field and we offer our sincere condolences to his wife Kathryn,his 3 daughters and all his Family. pic.twitter.com/gIpo7dfIzg
— Midleton GAA (@MidletonGaa) March 18, 2025
