Tributes paid to popular Derry bar man
Eddie Cooley sadly died this week after a short illness
One of Derry's most loved bar men has sadly died.
Best known for working in Da Vinci's Hotel, Eddie Cooley died this week following a short illness.
Tributes have poured in on social media following his sad passing.
A post on the hotel's Facebook page stated: "It is with great sadness that the team at Da Vincis Hotel and the wider Garvan O’Doherty group, announce the sad passing of Eddie Cooley."A very esteemed colleague, and dear friend. He was a very special person, loved by so many, who helped so many people in his own private manner."Many would have known Eddie, as he is here in this photograph pouring one of the best pints in Derry. Always with a smile on his face and giving as good as he got across the counter with laughter all around."We are both proud and honoured, to have had Eddie as part of the team for over 37 years."Eddie's former employer, Garvan O'Doherty commented: "From the get-go of Eddie coming to work with me, it was clear he was a very special person. Loyal to the end no matter what, full of integrity, warmth, and goodness. He was loved by so many.
"He will be deeply missed by colleagues, friends, and customers alike. He certainly left his mark on so many lives, and he will leave a void in my life. My thoughts are with the family at this very difficult time."He will be sadly missed by all the team."
Eddie was the beloved husband of Mary. Devoted father of Richard, Stephen, Michael and Catherine. A much loved father-in-law of Nicole, Leanne, Kaylaigh and Peter. Loving granda of Shannon, Sophie, Lily, Shea, Peadar, Jack, Ronan, Donnacha, Cúan and Ruby. Dearest son of the late Jackie and Bridget. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by all of his brothers, sisters, wider family circle, friends and neighbours.
Eddie’s remains will be reposing at his late home, 5 Turasmore Park. Funeral leaving from there on Thursday, June 20 at 9.20am for 10.00am Requiem Mass in St Eugene’s Cathedral. Burial will take place immediately afterwards in the City Cemetery.
Eddie’s Requiem Mass can be streamed live via the link below;