01/09/2026
It is with great sadness that Half Way House Bunclody marks the passing of Tom Finn of Coorduff, Kilmyshall, a former player, committee member and supporter of our club.
Born in 1943, Tom was the second eldest of a family of ten, a son of the late Hannah and James Finn.
Tom's association with Half Way House Bunclody stretched across many decades. In his younger years, he represented the club as a hurler, playing at underage level before progressing to the junior ranks, where he lined out at wing forward.
During the 1990s, Tom served as a member of the club committee, giving his time and energy to the administration and development of the club.
Tom was supporter of Half Way House Bunclody throughout his life. He was a familiar face following the fortunes of the green and gold especially when he had the opportunity to watch and support his grandson Steven playing for the club from underage to adult.
Tom's considerable sporting talents were by no means confined to the GAA field.
He had a long association with Kilmyshall Handball Club and became an accomplished and highly competitive handball player. In the early 1990s, Tom formed a formidable partnership with Johnny Nolan, and together they proved a force to be reckoned with for the following decade and more.
Tom and Johnny enjoyed considerable success on the local handball circuit, winning tournaments in Bridgetown, Barntown, Ballymitty and St Mary's Wexford, among others.
Tom's ability also brought him success at provincial and national level. In 1992, he won both Leinster and All-Ireland honours at Novice level, a tremendous achievement. Six years later, in 1998, he added a Masters title to an already impressive handball record.
Tom was also someone who took a keen interest in his local community and was never afraid to get involved. In 1996, he put himself forward as a candidate for the Mayoral election to raise funds for the purchasing of additional lands at Chruch Road , another example of his willingness to contribute to community life.
Tom was the loving husband of Joan and father of Jimmy, Tommy, Ann and Eric. He was brother of Nancy, Philomena, Margo, Hughie and Patsy, and the late Mary, Bridie, Denis and James.
We extend our deepest sympathies to Tom's wife Joan, his sons Jimmy, Tommy and Eric, his daughter Ann, his brothers and sisters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and his many friends.
Funeral Arrangements
Tom will repose at Lennon's Funeral Home, Bunclody, on Monday 31st August from 3pm until 7pm, and again on Tuesday 1st September from 3pm until 7pm.
Removal will take place on Wednesday morning to the Church of St. Mary Magdalene, Kilmyshall, for Funeral Mass at 11am, followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery, Bunclody.
As a mark of respect for Tom and in recognition of his service and support to Half Way House Bunclody, the club will form a Guard of Honour at Calvary Cemetery for his burial on Wednesday.
We will meet at 12:00 midday at the gate of the cemetery.
May Tom's gentle soul Rest in Peace.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
