The funeral mass of much-liked former RTÉ journalist Tommie Gorman took place in Ransboro, County Sligo today.
Gorman enjoyed a career that spanned over four decades, and also gained national prominence not only for his dedicated reporting in a number of roles, but also for his public battle with cancer which he documented for over 30 years.
Among the many dignitaries attending his funeral today were An Taoiseach Simon Harris and First Minister Michelle O’Neill.
There were many political figures from the North attending, as Tommie was the long-time Northern editor at RTÉ – the presence of former Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams and DUP leader Arlene Foster proof of that.
Many of his former RTÉ colleagues were also in attendance.
In a fitting tribute, Tommie’s beloved Sligo Rovers pulled off a 2-0 victory over Shamrock Rovers at the Showgrounds last night – hours before he made his final trip to the ground as part of the funeral procession today.
During the funeral service, Chief Celebrant Reverand Christopher McCann told the congregation of his close relationship with Mr Gorman over the years, and how Mr Gorman always had “never-ending” questions for him – his journalistic qualities shining through far past the television screen.
“History will be pleased with the part that Tommie Gorman played.”
