Wicklow Mourns Loss Of Talented Sportsman Brendan Stone
The Wicklow sporting community is in mourning following the tragic passing of Brendan Stone, a gifted and much-loved athlete whose passion, dedication, and kindness left an indelible mark on those who knew him.
Brendan, who was deeply involved in both GAA and Rugby, was a cherished member of Barndarrig GAA and Wicklow RFC who both posted tributes online
Barndarrig GAA Club
“It is with deep sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of our beloved teammate and friend, Brendan Stone, who left us far too soon. Brendan was a cherished member of our club, a dedicated athlete, and an integral part of our community. His talent, spirit, and kindness touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing them.”
“Brendan had an infectious passion for the sport and was known for his bravery, physicality and determination. Whether on or off the field, Brendan brought joy, laughter, and inspiration to us all.”
“Brendan was part of the latest generation of the Stone family donning the blue & white of Barndarrig, and still proudly displayed by his brothers and sisters who are the cornerstone of teams they feature on. He will have been proud to have featured on the first-ever Senior football championship side alongside his brother Malachy, bringing a level of physicality and bravery synonymous with the Stone name.”
“To the Stone family Peter, Patsy, Roisin, Aoibhin, Malachy, Fainche, Máire and Diarmuid we offer our deepest condolences, know that we are with you through life’s highs and lows, as you have been for us.”
Wicklow RFC
“It is with profound shock and sadness that we inform you of the tragic passing of our beloved teammate and dear friend Brendan Stone. Brendan has played rugby in Wicklow RFC since he was six years of age and was a proud member of Wicklow’s first-ever under-20s team.”
“Brendan was a brilliant young rugby player and a fearless competitor. He played the game of rugby with skill, balance, speed and ferocity but always with a smile on his face. He was a lovely, kind and friendly young man with a wonderful sense of humour and an infectious smile.”
“Last season, Brendan played a leading role in the Wicklow RFC under-18 squad that won a remarkable Leinster treble. He won the 2024 Players Player of the Year award, an indication of his popularity in the squad. Separately, Brendan inspired a Coláiste Chill Mhantain schools’ team to a historic victory in the McMullen Cup final in Energia Park in Donnybrook. Brendan’s loss will be deeply felt by his teammates and everyone at Wicklow RFC.”
“The Stone family are ingrained in Wicklow Rugby Club. Brendan’s grandfather Malachy played for Wicklow RFC in its formative years in the early 1960s. His dad Peter wore the jersey as did his older brother Malachy. His younger brother Diarmuid is on our under 13s and his sisters Aoibhinn, Roisin, Moira and Fainche have always been at the heart of our women’s and girls’ teams.”
“To Brendan’s heartbroken parents, Peter and Patsy, his brothers Malachy and Diarmuid, sisters Aoibhinn, Roisin, Moira and Fainche and extended family and friends, we offer our sincere sympathies on your great loss. In this time of unimaginable grief, we will stand together as a club and as a community, offering whatever support we can to Brendan’s family, teammates, and friends.”
