Book of Memories of
James McVeigh
James McVeigh, Randalstown, 26th December 2020. James R.I.P passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving parents Jim & Louise. Brother of Anthony and Clare (Smyth).
Deeply regretted by his sorrowing mum and dad, brother and sister, brother-in-law JJ, sister-in-law Eimear, nephews Tadhg, Senan, Éanna, Olly, Ríoghan and neice Oona, all the McVeigh and McCurdy families, Tír na nÓg GAC, Ardoyne GAC,Warwickshire GAA, Antrim GAA and Ulster GAA.
Book Owner: Tír na nÓg GAC Randalstown
Book Size: 500 Messages
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Matthew 'Huggy' Gribbin
I’ve known James the last few years through coaching Level 1s together for Antrim, always in Tir Na nOg. We would have travelled together to Garvaghey each year for Tutor coaching meetings. Throughout our time together it was obvious that he was always going to have a positive affect on any team that he was involved in, because he was well organised, knowledgeable and had great enthusiasm for what he was doing. I’ll miss our time together whether coaching or otherwise. My future journeys to Garvaghey will never be the same. RIP James …
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David Irish
I had the pleasure of working with James at Archbishop Ilsley. He was a very popular teacher, who was highly respected by all the students and staff, forming many friendships along the way. James thoroughly involved himself in every aspect of the school and for sure never did anything by half measures, fully contributing to everthing he participated in. We shared many an in-depth conversation about education, politics and life. His intelligence, wit and knowledge added another dimension to any exchange. Most importantly he was a man of integrity, living by his own rules and standards. He was also very good on the dance floor. I am so sad to hear the loss, for all his family and friends, we will all miss him….
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Emmet Martin
James McVeigh.. the ultimate Gentleman what more can be said about this man that hasn’t already been documented above. For me, James will be remembered as a “character shaper” on and off the pitch, giving people confidence to relax and be themselves. His most used phrase was “see to be honest mate” and thats how I would sum James up. He gave you honesty in every conversation regarding GAA or life in general…. and he was always there as a friend in times of need… James mcVeigh the ultimate Gentleman…
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Marie J. Hill
It is with deep sadness that I extend my thoughts to the McVeigh family. I had the pleasure of working closely along side James not only at Rathmore Guidance Centre, but at various schools. He always had children and young people at the centre of everything he did. Whether that was through his work, or the various volunteering roles he faithfully committed to within the community. James was a very kind, warm, funny, generous, and one of the best human beings I have had the pleasure of knowing. We shared a common bond for all things ‘geeky’. Society and education just lost an incredible member of the human race. …
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Charles Keane
I was one of James’ students when he was teaching in England (Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School) and he was my coach when I was with James Connollys GAA. He was one of the kindest, attentive, compassionate and genuine people I have ever had the pleasure to meet. I will always remember the training sessions after school with the countless bouts of “Bumper Cars” or him shouting “Eye of the Tiger Charles” at me as well as travelling down to London for the All Britain Championships. He instilled a love for football and Gaelic culture in me that I will have for the rest of my life. RIP Mr McVeigh…
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Micheal Magill
Dear Jim, You were truely an inspiration to so many. My memories will be filled with laughs and smiles. You were genuinely a top man that i will always remember. Rest easy a chara Micheal…
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Kevin Kerr
Your untimely passing has been a very hard thing to come to terms with James. It is something you can’t plan for or prepare for but I look back at my friendship with you with great fondness. We had many a laughs down through the years, starting with the TNN strictly come dancing, the craic was mighty throughout and will always be remembered by myself and the other dancers. You will be sorely missed throughout the club, you gave absolutely everything you had all the time for the club. The time and dedication you put in was second to none and we can’t thank you enough for the work you put in, you have left quite the legacy from u-6s right up to senior. It was an amazing experience winning the intermediate hurling championship this year with you and Jp, an experience that will always give me a smile and I will treasure for the rest of my life. Thank you for everything you have done for me, I am honoured to have met a man like yourself. Rest in peace…
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CJ McGourty
Worked with James for a number of years. A gentleman and a legend. The room was always full of craic and stories when James was around. Brilliant at coaching children and overall a great Gael. Very sad to hear the news on Boxing Day. Thinking of his family at this sad time. …
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Regina Darcy
I will remember James for the kind hearted, gentleman that he was. I am truly sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. God bless….
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Roger Casements Coventry
Our club would like to pass on our deepest condolences to the family and friends of James McVeigh. He was a larger than life character, a true Gael and will be greatly missed by many. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam….
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Susan Gault
I met James during his time in Birmingham. I was involved with the Aston University Gaelic team when he became the boys’ coach. What I remember about James is his infectious smile, his laugh and his love of the game. Aston Gaels wasn’t your typical gaelic team, we had very few players that had grown up in the game. Instead of coaching people who knew what they were doing, James shared his love and knowledge of gaelic sports, with people who didn’t even know that gaelic sports existed. And he made them love it too. He was a character, a gent and made the world a better place simply by being in it. I am sorry that we won’t be able to attend the funeral, that you won’t see all the people that would turn out for your son. But please know that there will be people across the globe raising a glass in his memory. RIP James x…
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Warren McClean
I had the absolute pleasure of working with James for the last two years. As a teacher he was excellent and was able to walk into a difficult role in our field of teaching with ease. Him and I thankfully had the same sense of humour and as a result shared some great laughs between ourselves, as a staff and indeed with our pupils. James passed on a wealth of knowledge over the years in his teaching and coaching to so many with a wonderful down to earth manner that the pupils warmed to. A super character and gentleman but above all a great friend who would always have your back. I will miss working with him and chatting with him and acting the ejit with him but he’s left us all some amazing memories. Unfortunately characters like James can never be replaced but that only highlights how great a guy he was. My condolences to his entire family circle. Rest in Peace James 💔…
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Mt St Michael’s PS Randalstown
It was with great sadness that we have learnedof the passing of our dear friend James. James was a regular visitor to our school where he coached our boys and girls in both foundation and Key Stage one. The children loved to see him arriving in school and he initiated a love of Gaelic Games in many of the children. He also gave up his free time to coach our Key Stage 2 children in handball and also hurling/camogie. He also organised tournaments to allow the children to put their skills into action. His enthusiasm for the games and his ability to include even the very reluctant were signs of his care for others. His also had time to share his expertise and humour with the adults in school and gave us many ideas to include in our own PE lessons. James will be fondly remembered and sadly missed as a teacher, coach and friend of our school. We send condolences to his family and to all at Whitehill. May James’ gentle soul rest in peace. St Michael pray for him….
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Mt St Michael’s P. S Randalstown
It was with great sadness that we have learned of the passing of our dear friend James. James was a regular visitor to our school where he coached our boys and girls in both foundation and Key Stage one. The children loved to see him arriving in school and he initiated a love of Gaelic Games in many of the children. He also gave up his free time to coach our Key Stage 2 children in handball and also hurling/camogie. He also organised tournaments to allow the children to put their skills into action. His enthusiasm for the games and his ability to include even the very reluctant were signs of his care for others. He also had time to share his expertise and humour with the adults in school and gave us many ideas to include in our own PE lessons. James will be sadly missed and fondly remembered as a teacher, coach and friend of our school. We send condolences to his family at home and 🔝 at Whitehill. May James’ gentle soul rest in peace. St Michael pray for him….
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Paul, Tracy McAtamney and family
James always had time for everyone and dedicated his life to the GAA. I first got to know him through the first ever hurling club at Magee College (He had established it). Then quite a few years later I saw a familiar face and heard that laugh in school where he was coaching. The greatest memory we have however is the lasting impact he had on our children and all the young players at Tir na nog. He gave children confidence and self belief through his gentle encouragement and reassurance but above all he made it fun and enjoyable. I remember being up at the pitch with the u8 girls a couple of nights before the intermediate hurling final and James taking time out from coaching the hurlers to come over, gather the girls around and ask how they were getting on. A true mark of the man. Could we offer his family our deepest condolences. RIP James. Paul,Tracy,Maria and Daniel….
