Emotional tributes have been paid to a long-serving Shamrock Rovers matchday steward who died suddenly this week.
Catherine Jones, who had been a steward at Tallaght Stadium for the past eight years, died on Monday.
She was appointed as Deputy Event Controller last year.
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Shamrock Rovers led tributes to the much loved mother-of-one.
In a Facebook post, the club said: "All at Shamrock Rovers F.C. and Tallaght Stadium are deeply saddened at the sudden passing of matchday steward Catherine Jones who passed away on Monday.
"Catherine was a steward at Rovers for 8 seasons and was the Deputy Event Controller since mid 2018.
"Such a happy smiling face that greeted all fans to the stadium, Catherine had made many friends within the Rovers family and will be sadly missed.
"Our thoughts are with Catherine's family, friends and matchday colleagues. RIP."
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Fans also paid tribute to the beloved grandmother.
One wrote: "Very sad to hear the news of Catherine's passing.
"She was always a happy person to meet on match night. She will be sadly missed, may you rest in peace Catherine."
Another added: "Rest in Peace Catherine. Such tragic news.
"Always smiling at the turnstiles. Another legend of the club gone too soon."
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Catherine is survived by her daughter Sarah and granddaughter Indianna.
She is also survived by her parents Andrew and Myra, brothers Andrew, Niall and Daniel and sisters Karen and Louise.
Her funeral took place this morning in St. Anne’s Church, Bohernabreena, followed by burial in Bohernabreena Cemetery.
