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Arts Minister Jimmy Deenihan has offered his condolences to the wife, children, family and friends of the late Páidi Ó Sé.

Minister Deenihan commented:

I was shocked to hear this morning of the death of Páidi Ó Sé. Páidi and I were colleagues on the football field for over ten years, but were friends for much longer. 

Paidi will be remembered not only as one of the greatest footballers of his time and also as a very successful manager guiding Kerry to two All Ireland victories. His talent, commitment and energy were legendary.

Paidi's lifetime of achievement earned him great respect, both in Kerry and across the country. His death, so unexpectedly and at so young an age, is a great loss. I would like to extend my deep condolences to his wife Máire, and children Neasa, Siún and Pádraig Óg on their loss.