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Moss Keane Obituary
He began as a Gaelic football player before switching to rugby during college. Keane was also part of the Munster team that famously beat New Zealand in 1978.
In 2009, Keane was diagnosed with bowel cancer.
He is survived by his wife and two daughters.
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April 6, 2012
Only just heard about the death of mr Keane. We hiked in Ireland in the '90s when we met Moss and his wife Anne in Kerry. They invited us at there home in Dublin and treated us like close family. For sure the most hospitable people we ever met. Only later, we heard about Moss's great rugby performances. Moss's death is a true loss for the world, for there are not many like him.
Paul vd Lit & Martine Kleerekoper (Gorinchem, Holland)
October 15, 2010
To the Keane Family,
Deeply sorry for your great loss, he was such a talented man. May you all find comfort from the following thought Psalms 34:18-"God is near to those broken at heart..."
You can feel that Death can leave a heartache that nothing can heal, just know that Love can leave a memory that no one can steal.
The Grant Family
john flanagan
October 14, 2010
so sad to hear of moss passing away. he epitomised an irish hero. big, brave generous, intelligent and full of humour and wit. a true sporting legend. R.I.P..
Brian O'Laughlin
October 14, 2010
Irish Rugby Fans of Kansas City honor Moss for his contribution to Ireland and Rugby.
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October 11, 2010
God rest a lovely gentle giant who visited our farm years ago when our son was still using a push chair we have the photo to prove it now our son plays rugby with his college our condolences to his wife and daughters extended family and friends with the help of everyones prayers it will get you through theese gloomy days may he rest in peace
patrick j dunleavy
October 11, 2010
sorry for yere loss ,may he rest in peace,watched him play when i was a young man ,
Paul Butler
October 11, 2010
A true gentleman of rugby R.i.p
October 11, 2010
Moss have touched the lives of so many people and will truly be missed by all. May Our Heavenly Father comfort family and friends and grant you peace to help you to cope during these difficult days. I offer my sincere condolences to you all. Phil 4:6,7
Donal Coghlan
October 9, 2010
Thank for the memories Moss.
Donal
Donal Coghlan
October 9, 2010
Thanks for the memories.
Donal
stuart robinson
October 9, 2010
Please accept my condolences to the loss of a great man, great character and great rugby player. Moss will be missed and never forgotten. Moss entertained me for many years during his awesome rugby playing career.
Yours truly,
Stuart Robinson, Londoner now living in Ottawa Ontario Canada.
Mary Bocchino
October 9, 2010
Such an amazing man, cancer attacks the strongest of man. I am very sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories help you through this most difficult time.
Michael Shine
October 9, 2010
Gone from this world Moss but never from our memories and there were many made by you for us to cherish. Thank you for your part in the finest years of Irish Rugby.
Michael Shine Snr. and the entire Shine Clan,
Limerick City
Newton
October 8, 2010
To the Keane family, sorry for your loss, may GOD give you his LOVE, PEACE, and STRENGTH in this time of sorrow. He has no pain know may he R.I.P <3
Dee "McIrish" Sheehan
October 8, 2010
Moss, from my Irish heart to yours, rest in peace.
My sympathies to your family.
St Brendan's College
October 8, 2010
Maurice Ignatius Keane-past pupil 1961-67
Condolences to Anne, Ann Marie & Sarah.
Ar dheis de go raibh a anam dilis.
October 8, 2010
God Bless 'Moss'!! RIP - Ellie
October 8, 2010
sleep well Moss you are a legend as a man a nd rugby player--
Jim Wales [ex Belfast ]
Andrew Ryan
October 7, 2010
As we say in Munster, Munster men are legends. Goodbye gentle giant, you will be sorely missed by everyone in Kerry, Limerick, Munster, Ireland and the world over.
Go neiri an bothar leat.
Andrew Ryan
Limerick City
Patrick Corr
October 7, 2010
Condolences to the Family. Great Loss for Rugby. (Former Dungannon man fan).
Shirley Griffin
October 7, 2010
I am sorry for your loss may the God of all comfort and tender mercies be with you in your time of grief.
Gerry Ryan
October 7, 2010
Con Houlihan once said of Moss, "a Man of NO airs and many graces", how true that is and a huge loss to everybody who knew him.
Moss, I remember you playing in the classic Munster V All Blacks match in Thomond Park in 1978. It was the greatest rugby day of my life.
Geri Shine
October 6, 2010
Kevin Jackman
October 6, 2010
Rest in peace Moss , once meet never forgotten Kevin Jackman Liverpool.
Geri Shine
October 6, 2010
God bless you Moss, we will all miss you so much not only here in Munster and in Ireland and the Rugby Fraternity all over the world. Our deepest sympathies to your Wife and daughters. Geri, Stephen, Kai and baby Haru Michael, Limerick and Florida
Geri Shine
October 6, 2010
Moss Keane, Munster Man, Irish Man. Moss you will be missed by us all in the rubgy world. May you rest in peace.
October 6, 2010
Sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort and tender mercies continue to comfort your family and friends, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Scriptures: "… he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."" Please accept my sincere condolences during this time of your loss.
Sincerely
Lynette Gonzalez- New Jersey
R Golay
October 6, 2010
To the the family of Moss Keane - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Moss will be missed by many.
Mervyn Groves
October 5, 2010
Brings back memories of those great days when our youthful exuberance took health for granted...
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
charlie roche
October 5, 2010
A great rugby player from a great time in Irish rugby
October 5, 2010
The passing of a legend,what memories we have of such a great player. my sympathy to Moss's family. Jim O'Connell, Fermoy.
Francis O'Dwyer
October 5, 2010
One of the greatest Rugby Union players of all time!
Dolon Peete
October 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rory Brennan
October 5, 2010
The gentle giant was gone, & left a terrible void, in our lives
Thanks Moss for the enjoyment fun & yarns, you shared with us over the years
Dhia duit
Victoria&Andrew
October 5, 2010
'MAURICE'
Thanks for the
Sportsmanship Goal
Sprints
with in all RugBy Games
Sentiments of condolences..
In regards to MossKeaneFamily
~restnpeace~~
October 5, 2010
May your soul find peace and your loved ones cherish their memories
of you!
Paul Roche
October 5, 2010
One of the all time greats, gone too soon
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