The renowned guitar player Jimmy Faulkner has died.
Regarded as one of Ireland's leading guitarists, he played with, among others, Christy Moore, Dónal Lunny, Mary Coughlan and Luka Bloom.
In recent times he had performed with his band Jimmy Faulkner and The Houseshakers.
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In a statement, Christy Moore said Jimmy Faulkner would always be remembered with love, as a close friend and wonderful musician.
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The following deaths were reported yesterday:

===Derek Dooley===

Derek Dooley, who worked for both Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday football clubs, died yesterday at the age of 78. In 2003 Dooley was awarded an MBE for his services to football.

Derek McCabe said that "Derek Dooley was a special guy. He united the city in football. He never forgot the value of grassroots football so we feel this is an appropriate and fitting tribute to a man who was passionate about the game and loved the city, the Blades and the Owls."

===Jimmy Faulkner===

Jimmy Faulkner, an Irish guitarist who was said to be one of the country's best guitarists, died yesterday. In his life he has played with many musicians including Luka Bloom, Dónal Lunny, Mary Coughlan and Christy Moore.