It is with great sadness that we learned of the sad passing of Fr Der Leahy RIP. A great Blackrock man,Fr Der served in many roles with St Michaels . As Vice President up to his passing , he served as President, and also as a selector in the early 70’s. He made it his priority to attend our AGM’S, and always impressed upon us the need to enjoy participating, winning was important also, he would add with a smile. In October 2022 Fr Der celebrated a remarkable milestone when he marked 70 years in the priesthood ,his ordination was on the 26 October 1952. Just 5 days after that milestone, St Michaels won the Senior A County and we were delighted to be able to bring the cup to him that week. He was there in ‘98 for the Intermediate win and officiated at the official opening of our Páirc Mhichíl Naofa grounds in 2009, all great milestones in our Club. He was indeed a great clubman. He said himself that he was part of both The Rockies and St Michaels clubs longer than he was a priest , he was ordained a year after our foundation. He was a lifelong St Michaels member and supporter.Rest in peace Fr Der and thanks for the fantastic contribution you made to our club.You now join all the great St Michaels clubmen gone before you . Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. 💛💚