I remember Jimmy down at Hurst Avenue in the late 1960's. I was a youngster of about eight or nine watching my Dad play football with Jimmy's brothers Mick and Chris. When they were playing on the far pitches, Jimmy woudl drive his car over to the pitchside, if it got cold he would get me to sit with him in the car to keep warm. He would not even let me walk back to the clubhouse but drive me back!!! Jimmy was a fixture in the clubhouse on Saturday after the game, along with his guitar; a big part of my childhood. I had no idea about the dustbin story so beautifully told by patsy in her Eulogy. I was also privileged to be able to join your funeral service on Friday, and you had a wonderful send off. I would also bet the reception committee gathered at the entrance to the purley gates would have included my father, Terry O' Brien, Patsy Hanrahan and of course your brother Chris. I hope you have packed your guitar for the journey, and let the Saturday night clubhouse sing songs recommence. Love and best wishes, rest in peace. Michael Sabini

Fond memories of Jimmy especially from days at OA's football matches, club houses and manning the door at numerous events. Dustbins are of some significance though there may be more than one story involved. Ignatians comes to mind but all probably part of OA folklore now. A great supporter and entertainer. Bye Jimmy and thanks.

Dear Jimmy, Fine and moving tributes to you on your site, all thoroughly deserved! I 'm glad to have known you and equally to have been able to "attend" your funeral yesterday - a dignified farewell highlighted by those emotive words from Samantha and Patsy. You'll be long remembered and not only at 'the going down of the sun'.