TRIBUTES ARE BEING paid to former GAA president Jack Boothman, who has passed away.
Boothman was elected president of the Association in 1994, becoming the first Protestant to hold the role. He served for three years.
He was also a former Leinster Council GAA chairman and remained president of Blessington GAA club in Wicklow.
“We sadly learned this morning of the passing of our lifetime member, former player, Club official in several capacities and present Club Trustee, Jack Boothman,” a statement on the club’s website read.
“We were immensely proud of his achievements nationally and I know he took huge pride in his own Club, none more evident than when we hosted last years Feile.
“As a mark of respect we are closing the pitches and the facilities for the rest of the week.”
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