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Post by BFP on Jan 24, 2013 13:01:05 GMT
I'm sure you have all heard the devastating news by now about the sad passing of our esteemed coach and great friend Shea, and it is with a very heavy heart but also with very fond memories that I write this about him. You all knew Shea as a great football man and an excellent coach, or even as a mouth on the sideline ;D , but to us that were so close to him he was much more than that. He was like a father figure to each and every single one of us at All Saints, the compassion he showed us in times of need, the shoulder to cry on he provided for us when we were feeling down, the joy and craic he shared with us when we were celebrating winning trophies or even just matches, the banter he had with us on team nights out or even just a random pint or two in the bar, the slagging and ribbing we gave him, conversely the slagging and ribbing he gave us and above all else the love he had for us all, these were all attributes that made him be loved by so many, not just by his family or by his team mates, but also by almost everyone that came in contact with him. A team member posted a message on twitter yesterday 'Finished every training session with a hand shake, measure of the man'. Well this was so true, and he lived his life by this. Outside of football, every single farewell from Shea was filled with love. Never ever did I see anyone leave Shea's company or Shea leave someone's company without an "Okay, safe home, take care and God Bless" Or if it was one of his family members, he never once wished them goodbye or goodnight without a great big kiss and the words "I love you". He was such a big family man who was so full of life and love and he shared this family ethos and love with us all at the football club. There has been so many messages on social networking sites and messages sent to me personally, and every single one of these messages portrayed how highly thought of Shea was, these messages are of massive comfort to us all at the club, and also to Shea's family aswell. Shea's passing has left a massive void in so many peoples life, and it has been very hard hitting for everyone, but we all know how much Shea loved life and so I'm sure Shea's message to everyone would be stern and clear at this awful time, and that would be to celebrate his life rather than mourn his death. RIP Shea, you will be badly missed by all, but I promise you, I will do everything in my power to make sure we all do you proud.   |
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Post by Donko on Jan 24, 2013 13:12:58 GMT
An absolutely stunning post BFP. I was in tears reading that.
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Post by EricTheKing on Jan 24, 2013 13:16:14 GMT
Great post for a great man BFP. True gent.
RIP Shea
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Post by Rush09 on Jan 24, 2013 13:31:46 GMT
Shea will be sadly missed by all a true legend RIP Shea gone but not forgotten.
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Post by Rush09 on Jan 24, 2013 13:31:50 GMT
Shea will be sadly missed by all a true legend RIP Shea gone but not forgotten.
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Post by burny on Jan 24, 2013 13:38:22 GMT
Terrible news, RIP Shea!
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Post by cocky on Jan 24, 2013 13:48:15 GMT
Didnt hear bout this till reading bfps post. Very sad news and thoughts are with his family and friends in the saints camp. RIP
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Post by dingle on Jan 24, 2013 13:51:17 GMT
Excellent post. Thoughts with his family and everyone connected with ASOB at this difficult time.
RIP
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Post by Mitty on Jan 24, 2013 13:52:23 GMT
Lovely post BFP. Local football has lost one of its greats. RIP
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Post by mrfish on Jan 24, 2013 13:59:06 GMT
BFP, a very fitting tribute to great man!!
This news has stunned everyone at the club and way beyond. I still can't believe it!!
Rest In Peace Shea!!
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Post by pele10 on Jan 24, 2013 14:01:45 GMT
Gutting news.
Excellent post and message Paul...its easy to see how much Shea meant to you and all around him from your heartfelt words.
RIP Shea
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Post by Jeff on Jan 24, 2013 14:19:06 GMT
Was absolutely stunned when Michael told me this news yesterday. I never really knew Shea only really knew of him. Anytime I seen him he always seemed to be smiling and as I said to pele yesterday he just seemed to live for football. A quick glance on Facebook shows just how highly he was thought of around local football circles but also as a family man. I think it's easy for everyone to see how much he means to the saints camp and this will really hit them hard and I really feel for all of them at this time. The second picture bfp posted is just class, sums up just how much winning the league last year meant to him sitting there in absolute agony yet still smiling.
Massive character taken too soon and he will be sadly missed by so so many
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Post by BFP on Jan 24, 2013 14:25:56 GMT
Cheers Jeff, great words.
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Post by Dowie-RAFC on Jan 24, 2013 14:33:16 GMT
Great post Paul! Very sad news, thoughts are with his family and the saints family. Rip Shea!
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Post by seamusesler on Jan 24, 2013 15:05:14 GMT
stunned last nite when i got a phone call..the big man always happy to give advice when u ran into him. many a good day in glasgow was had with him and for him to see all saints win the title was perfect..everyone who new him learn,t something from him and thats a special thing...prayers for his family circle and the lads at saints. good bless u big man. rip. nfc.
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Post by mrfish on Jan 24, 2013 15:09:21 GMT
Was absolutely stunned when Michael told me this news yesterday. I never really knew Shea only really knew of him. Anytime I seen him he always seemed to be smiling and as I said to pele yesterday he just seemed to live for football. A quick glance on Facebook shows just how highly he was thought of around local football circles but also as a family man. I think it's easy for everyone to see how much he means to the saints camp and this will really hit them hard and I really feel for all of them at this time. The second picture bfp posted is just class, sums up just how much winning the league last year meant to him sitting there in absolute agony yet still smiling. Massive character taken too soon and he will be sadly missed by so so many Fantastic post!!!! |
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Post by SevenTowersMan on Jan 24, 2013 15:21:02 GMT
Great post BFP!! Had a short spell under Shea and as said in previous posts he was a true gent and had time for everyone, his knowledge of football was second to none!! Thoughts are with The family and Allsaints Old Boys from all the guys at Seven Towers! RIP Shea!
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Post by alex on Jan 24, 2013 15:40:08 GMT
You've done Shea proud with that tribute Paul . Shocked and gutted when I heard this terrible news , from myself and all in the Sky Blues camp , we are thinking of you all at the Saints and also Shea's family at this very sad time , Shea was a true gentleman and a brilliant coach , RIP Shea we will miss you
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Post by db09 on Jan 24, 2013 15:48:29 GMT
Great post paul. Shea was a true gent and a pleasure to play for. RIP Shea
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Post by ratman on Jan 24, 2013 16:41:19 GMT
literally knocked the wind out of me when i heard this last night, thoughts are with the family and asob.
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Post by DavyFTB on Jan 24, 2013 17:09:45 GMT
Great post BFP. Shocked and saddened at this news. I new shea from when i was chim corner reserves. I remember going to watch the 1sts in preseason game against DC which they won. I was watching them warming up and he seen me standing there. He knew i wasnt all that great but still told me to go and get changed and put me on the bench. Made my day even tho i never got on lol. Think that is a wee measure of the man. Always had great banter wjth him anytime i seen him and he never missed a chance to crack a wee joke about the glens lol.
Rip shea. Thoughts with his family, friends and asob
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Post by topofthetownclown on Jan 24, 2013 17:47:23 GMT
Thoughts and prayers with shea's family friends and those at all saints.
Very touching post BFP very well worded and emotional to even those who didn't know shea that well
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Post by keano on Jan 24, 2013 18:16:36 GMT
Touching post BFP. A true reflection of a man who will be sorely missed by all in the BMSL. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and team mates of Shea. From all at Michelin FC.
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Post by goram on Jan 24, 2013 18:22:57 GMT
Paul, lovely post.
Big shay was sum thing else, wat a gentleman and a respected man.
Totally shocked. Rip big Shea Hamill ,thoughts are with the saints camp at this very very hard time
Gone but will never be forgotten
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Post by rubberman on Jan 24, 2013 18:58:27 GMT
thoughts and prayers with the hamill family at this sad sad time,and with the all the all saints boys......
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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2013 20:38:59 GMT
Shocked at the news. Shea was a gentleman who will be sadly missed.
The thoughts and prayers of everyone at Ahoghill Rovers are with his family and friends at this sad time
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Post by Baby PJ on Jan 24, 2013 21:14:55 GMT
Lovely words there BFP
Like everyone I'm shocked by this devastating news. I'm just glad I got the chance to play under and learn from the great man. He was a total gentleman, and my thoughts and prayers go out to the Hamill family and all the lads in the Saints camp!!
RIP Shea. God Bless big man.
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Post by antrimwhu on Jan 24, 2013 22:28:25 GMT
Gud post Paul ! Had the pleasure of playin for Shea an as u say true gent an football lover will b sadly missed by all who knew him an all involved in footy. Like to express my condolences to his family an the all saints club . Rip shay
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Post by Bale on Jan 24, 2013 22:36:04 GMT
Amazing post Paul.
Horrible and devastating news. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Hamill family, friends and the whole Saints camp. Had a few training sessions with him and from that little time I could see what a fantastic coach he must have been. RIP Shea
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Post by Snout on Jan 26, 2013 15:31:39 GMT
Saw on feckbake the pics from Shay's funeral. Really looked the part and nice touch from All Saints. I didn't know Shay personally but going by everyones comments he will be sadly missed. Thoughts and prayers go to his family and all at All Saints at this difficult time from everyone at Cloughmills. R.I.P.
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