Glentoran represented at the funeral of Jimmy McIlroy MBE
Former Glentoran player and Northern Ireland legend, Jimmy McIlroy was buried in his adopted home of Burnley on Friday 31st August. The ceremony was fittingly held at Turf Moor, home of Burnley FC. Glentoran was officially represented by David Hogg, a lifelong supporter now living in Cheshire.
David has sent us this account of the service. We thank David for his thoughts and hard work in preparing for the ceremony and ensuring that the club where it all started for Jimmy was well represented.
Service of Celebration for Jimmy McIlroy, MBE.