A sculpture of former GAA President Dr Mick Loftus has been unveiled in his hometown of Crossmolina in Co Mayo.
Among his many on-field highlights was involvement in the Mayo panel that last won an All Ireland title in 1951.
He served as GAA President from 1985 and continued to be active with his local club, Deel Rovers, well into the 21st century. At an unveiling ceremony in the centre of Crossmolina today, Dr Loftus was remembered as a person who gave his time to his family, his community and to the service and wellbeing of others.
Mr Burns also paid tribute to the work Dr Loftus undertook in starting the task that led to the renovation and redevelopment of Croke Park, crediting him with having a vision few had at the time.
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