A daughter of a popular Castlerea man, who died in a road crash earlier this week, has reflected on his remarkable acts of kindness.
Caoilinn was speaking at Tommy Bruen's funeral in St Patrick's Church in the west Roscommon town today.
The 85-year-old, a retired businessman, died after being hit by a car while walking on the R337 near Castlerea on Monday evening.
Several gifts were brought to the altar as symbols of his life, including the jerseys of Castlerea St Kevin's GAA club and Castlerea Celtic Football Club, whom he played for with distinction in his younger days.
A golf club was also brought up, as he spent much of his "post-football life" playing the sport.
He was also remembered for his lifelong involvement with the local musical society.
Tommy was also a devoted Catholic and was involved with the church choir for many years and was a Eucharistic minister.
A family photo was also brought to the altar, as Tommy's son, Dara, said: "Daddy's first and last love in life was his family."
Tommy lived in Castlerea for his entire life and an aerial photo of the town was brought to the altar to symbolise his love of the town.
A photo of him and his wife Mary's wedding, back in December 1968, was also brought to the the altar.
Son Dara said: "They loved and honoured one another, though sickness and health, through good times and bad, all the days of their lives. Last Monday, on Mam's birthday, the call came from above for Dad.
"They are together again, in one another's arms, at the right hand of the Lord."
His daughter Caoilinn also reflected on his life towards the end of the funeral:
