Former Westmeath footballer and manager Paddy Buckley died on Friday at the age of 75.
The Maryland club man played for the first Westmeath minor team to reach an All-Ireland final in 1963 only to lose to Kerry.
He made his senior debut in 1964 and represented his county until 1973.
Buckley later managed Westmeath in the early 1980s, steering them to a Centenary Cup first round victory over the All-Ireland champions Dublin in 1984.
Sunday Game pundit and Westmeath legend Dessie Dolan paid tribute to Buckley on Twitter, writing: "A great family friend, worked with my dad for many years, a passionate supporter, manager and former player of Westmeath and Maryland GAA - a true Gael and gentleman, a sad day for Westmeath GAA - Rest in peace Paddy."
Westmeath GAA said they were "saddened to learn of the death of former Westmeath footballer and manager Paddy Buckley. All in Westmeath GAA, past and present, regret to learn of Paddy's passing.
"Sincere sympathy is extended to all Paddy's family at this sad time. Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam."
Paddy is survived by his wife Kathleen, son Kenneth, daughters Mairéad, Siobhan and Catriona, grandchildren, brothers John, Tim, Malachy and Ned, and sisters Mary, Therese, Bernie and Monica.
In accordance with current guidelines on public gatherings, a private funeral will take place for Paddy in The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Drumraney on Sunday at 2pm, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
