Offaly mourns adopted son who has been part of local community for 40 years
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PROFOUND sadness was felt by all on Thursday morning last when news filtered through of the sad passing of one of Ballinamere’s adopted sons, Johnny Drea.
Born and reared in Kilkenny, Johnny proudly displayed his black and amber flag at his house gate adjacent to Ballinamere GAA field for ‘a lot’ of summers and always loved the bit of banter when Offaly played Kilkenny.
Johnny has been part and parcel of Ballinamere Club and community for over forty years. He is an Honorary member of Ballinamere GAA Club, and has always been a loyal supporter.