Leitrim GAA

The Funeral of James McGovern took place on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 in St Vincent De Paul, Church, Marino, Dublin 9. At 10.30 the car park was f...

“GAA people from Leitrim and London are forever indebted to James and the McGovern family for their contributions over the years. James, Tony and the other members of the McGovern family, have been steadfast in their support for Aughavas, Leitrim and London GAA over the years. Aidan concluded, “Our family are proud to say we had the best daddy in the world.” While in Mostrim he became so immersed in the club and his love was rewarded when Mostrim won their first championship in 1974. He won the match. He told of a fourteen-year-old leaving Aughavas and coming to Dublin. The first and second readings were read by his daughters Eileen and Vera. In Dublin, his GAA club was Parnells. The McGovern family from Aughavas are known not only the length and breadth of Ireland but in the UK and USA. The eulogy was read by his son Aidan. It shows the esteem in which James was held. He spoke about his loyalty, his sincerity, his great friendship, his generosity, his character, and his love of storytelling.