Ronan Keating’s brother Ciaran has been killed in a automotive crash.
Ciaran’s son Ruairí performs for Cork City FC and the soccer workforce introduced news of his dying on social media, saying that it was “deeply saddened at the passing of Ciaran Keating, father of our player Ruairí Keating”.
Cork City – who play within the League of Ireland Premier Division – mentioned in an announcement: “We extend our deepest sympathies to Ruairi and the entire Keating family at this exceptionally difficult time.
“We ask that the family’s privacy be respected. Funeral arrangements will be confirmed in due course.
“May he rest in peace.”
Ciaran was concerned in a two-vehicle accident on Saturday afternoon. The driver of the opposite car was significantly injured and was taken to Mayo University Hospital following the collision.
Ciran – who was aged in his 50s – was travelling along with his spouse, Ann Marie Keating, to observe their son Ruairí play. Ann Marie and the opposite car’s passenger have each obtained remedy for non-life threatening accidents.
Meanwhile, the League of Ireland has expressed its condolences to the Keating household.
The league mentioned on Twitter: “The League of Ireland is deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Ruairi Keating’s father Ciaran.
“We would like to send our condolences to Ruairi and his family and all at @CorkCityFC at this very difficult time. (sic)“
Councillor John O’Malley has also offered his condolences.
He said: “Everyone is shocked and saddened by the awful news.
“He was highly regarded by all who knew him here and we are thinking of his wife and children and his extended family.”
Ronan, 46 – who rose to fame as a part of Boyzone within the Nineteen Nineties – is believed to have rushed to Ireland following the tragedy.
Source: www.perthnow.com.au
