Ringtown 5k run and walk in memory of Paul Hardman
North Westmeath Athletic Club are organising a 5k run walk in memory of Paul Hardman, RIP, and celebrating his 50th birthday. The event is on Sunday March 29 at noon from Ringtown GAA, and all are welcome to the community centre afterward for refreshments. Parking will be limited at Ringtown GAA, so participants are asked to car-pool where possible.
Paul, who passed on last autumn, was a dedicated member of Ringtown and of the local football club, Castletown Finea Coole Whitehall, who both paid heartfelt tributes to him last year.
The Ringtown tribute stated: “Paul was a lifelong member of our club and a constant presence at matches, always there to support all our hurling and camogie teams, especially when his daughters Amy and Jade or his brother Johnny were playing. His love for the game and our club was unwavering. Paul was always willing to lend a hand, working on committees, helping with events, or carrying the hurls for the senior team. He just loved being involved and was happiest when he was part of the club’s day-to-day life. His passion, warmth, and presence made him a true pillar of our community. Paul will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.”
Paul was also remembered at Performance Driven Strength and Conditioning (PDSC) in Mullingar through an event that raised funds to purchase an AED and to donate more than €2,000 for the Irish Heart Foundation.
Joey Cleary of PDSC said they couldn’t have done it without the support of their members and the members of Paul’s local sports club.
“A massive thank you to Paul’s wonderful family for joining us on the day, especially his wife Sinéad and daughters Amy and Jade. It meant so much to have you there with us, and we were honoured to welcome you back to the gym to receive the cheque for the Irish Heart Foundation. Thank you to everyone who donated, took part, and supported the event.
“Your kindness and generosity helped turn a special day in Paul’s memory into something that will continue to help others.
“Paul is deeply missed, but days like this remind us how strong a community can be when people come together for one another.”