RIP: Fireman (40s) who died following work-related accident in Clare named locally

A man who died following a workplace accident in Ennistymon, County Clare has been named locally as Sub Station Fire Officer Joe Crosse.

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fatal work-related incident that occurred on Thursday, July 24. The accident is believed to have occurred at approximately 10am.

A spokesperson for An Garda Síochána in the town confirmed that "a male in his 40s suffered life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced deceased."

The late Joe Crosse was married to his wife Bríd and a father of two children, Teagan and Odhran. He worked as a plasterer and retained firefighter in Ennistymon. 

Mr Crosse was an active member of the community, where he served as manager in the under9's category of Ennistymon GAA Club. 

Paying tribute to much-loved man, a spokesperson for the club said, "Ennistymon GAA were saddened to learn of the sudden and tragic passing of Joe Crosse yesterday. Joe was manager with our U9s, having looked after U7s previously and helped with U11s too.

"Just last weekend he organised U9s for a half time game at the first round of the senior championship. Always smiling and ready for a chat, Joe was a true volunteer, community and family man. He led so many charity fundraisers, ran marathons, organised blitz's, a highly regarded and sought-after plasterer and a retained firefighter with the Ennistymon crew. He was the best of everyone. A great coach, neighbour, worker and friend," a representative added. 

The club went on to give their condolences to his wife, children, brother, sisters, colleagues, friends and extended family. 

Ennistymon GAA called Mr Crosse a "model family man; cousin, uncle, brother, father and husband."

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The scene of the incident was preserved for technical examination and the Health and Safety Authority were notified. They are currently investigating the matter.

Mr Crosse will repose at Clouna Church, Ennistymon on Sunday, July 27 from 5pm-8pm. The beloved man's Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, July 28 at 12 noon with burial afterwards in the Old Cemetery, Ennistymon.

It is family flowers only. Donations, if desired, can go to Clare Animal Welfare. 

His death notice reads: "Joe is survived by his heartbroken wife Brid, children Teagan and Odhran, sisters Joanne, Olivia and Tricia, brother Tom, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, Brid’s parents Brendan and Mary, nieces, nephews, extended family, his close friend Pat, neighbours and a wide circle of friends and his colleagues in the Fire Brigade."

May he rest in peace.