Pat Geraghty has today passed away following a short illness

Geraghty, who is most well known for his time as Munster’s media manager between 2000 and 2013 died yesterday morning. He was involved with the Provinces most successful squads in 2006 and 2008 when they won two Heineken Cups.

A lot of tributes were published on social media today by former players and coaches who worked with Geraghty.

Former Munster player James downey said

Very sad to hear of the passing of the great @patgeraghty54 absolute gent of a man. Huge part of @Munsterrugby over the years #RIP

— James Downey (@jamesdowney23) September 19, 2017

Munster forwards coach while Geraghty was media Manager, Laurie Fisher said

So sad to hear the passing of Pat Geraghty. Such a wonderful person, the quintessential Irishman. One of the great characters @Munsterrugby

— Laurie Fisher (@LordLaurie58) September 19, 2017

The Kildare native was in his 60’s.