Career
His death at the age of 85 in July 2000 brought great sadness to the entire county but rekindled memories of a glorious career in the Gaelic Athletic Association as a player, referee and administrator. From a famous footballing family he illuminated a glorious period for football at club, county and provincial level during the 1930s and 1940s and was regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time. Bill played for Laois in the All-Ireland Minor Football Championship final of 1932 and when he made his senior debut at the age of 18 the following year he commenced an inter-county career that saw him play in 18 successive championships.
