Celtic 'saviour' to be laid to rest
The late John Keane.
A Mayo man who was credited as being the saviour of Glasgow Celtic football club will be laid to rest later this week.
Doohoma-born businessman John Keane was often dubbed the ‘man who saved Celtic.’
In the 1990s, an immediate £1million was needed to save Celtic from the ignominy of administration. To avoid such a catastrophe, John pledged this amount to the club and is forever in the hearts of the club and its supporters as a result of this act.
“A man of absolute humility and dignity, and a lifelong Celtic supporter, John played a hugely significant role in preserving the Club’s history, success and, above all, continuity.
"John played a pivotal role in saving Celtic for us all and his contribution can never be underestimated,” said Glasgow Celtic in a tribute to the Erris native.
ohn served as a non-executive director of Celtic Football and Athletic Club for well over 20 years, and in 2013 was confirmed as the Honorary Chairman of Celtic Football and Athletic Club.
Mr Keane who lived in Edinburgh, will be laid to rest in the Scottish city on Friday.
Funeral mass takes place in St. Patrick’s Church, Cowgate, Edinburgh followed by burial in Mount Vernon Cemetery.
