Read the Tribute Night Report.
This site is a place where the friends, colleagues, teammates and fellow footballers of Ciaran Shannon can learn about events planned to commemorate and honour this man of great integrity and spirit.

All those who knew Ciaran were heartbroken to learn of his death on June 27, 2009. Ciaran (aged 37), his wife Avril, who is pregnant with their fourth child and his daughters Ciara (8), Jade (6) and Laci-Jane (4) were travelling to Blessington when they were involved in a four car pile-up at Mullacagh on N81 in Ireland. Thankfully his family escaped with just minor injuries however our dear friend Ciaran succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
This site is the product of the efforts of those brought together by the tragedy of Ciaran’s death. Assembled here you will find photos and clippings that capture the vibrant man Ciaran was and describe the outpouring of grief that his death elicited in Ireland and Canada.
Our aim is to provide a legacy for Avril and Ciaran’s children. And although Ciaran was a savvy insurance professional who took the necessary steps to provide for his family in the event of his early death, regrettably the reality in such a situation is that there will always be a burden placed upon the surviving spouse. Through our efforts we hope to lessen that burden somewhat.
The Ciaran Shannon Tribute Night
Where: PJ O’Briens, 39 Colborne St. Toronto
When: Friday, October 23rd, 6pm
Cost: $25
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Note 1: This PayPal account is administered by our Treasurer, Cormac Monaghan CA (on behalf of the Ciaran Shannon Canada Tribute Fund) and so his email address appears on the PayPal page.
A bank account has been opened in the name of this fundraising initiative. All donations via the PayPal tool are credited to this bank account. Both the PayPal and bank accounts are administered by our Treasuer, in tandem with two other authorised bank signatories (Steve Mallory and Mark O'Brien). A full accounting of our fundraising efforts will be made available to all donors at the end of this process. If you require any further information on this please contact Cormac, or either of the two co-chairs of the Ciaran Shannon Canada Tribute - Steve Mallory or Mark O'Brien.
Every penny raised that is not required to offset the costs involved with running the event itself will go directly to Ciaran’s family. Just as important as raising funds, we are looking forward to showing Avril and her children, sadly three of whom will only have the vaguest of memories and one of whom will never know Ciaran, how much he meant to those who worked and played with him in Canada.
Note 2: When purchasing tickets online, please print receipt in lieu of ticket.
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|84.92.125.xxx |2009-08-27 10:04:39 Nigel Hamilton - Great guy
I just discovered today(27 08 09) about Ciaran's tragic death. I knew him briefly for a year through work at Quinn Insurance Cavan in 1996. What a great guy, he was a warm friendly individual, great company, great sense of humour. He always had a good story to tell and often left his colleagues in the office splitting their sides. I dont need to say he was mad keen on gaelic football. I recall he was hopeful of breaking into the Cavan side due to his work location being in that county. I lost touch with him after 98 until hearing this sad news today. It was shocking for his wife and children who thankfully escaped with minor injuries that day. Whilst they will never get over the tragedy of losing Ciaran I hope in time they can come to terms with it and move on.
RIP Ciaran.
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|192.188.168.xxx |2009-10-26 09:25:27 Robb Ghag - BrokerI wanted to thank everyone for taking the time out Friday night, despite the horrific weather, to make the event a memorable one. A very special thanks to Ciaran's Dad, Brother-in Law and rest of the family and friends who travelled down from Ireland to attend the evening. Along with the DVD I will be creating some additional slideshows and extras to be added, to send to Avril and the children back home. If Anyone took photo's for the event, please send them to the email address attached.
Again, Thank you all for making The Ciaran Shannon Canada Tribute event a success.
Sincerely,
Robb Ghag
Robb.Ghag@gmail.com

Keep up the good work!