Paul Rouse: A decent and intelligent local garda who helped make our town what it was

A Kerryman exiled to Offaly through his work, PJ Stack became embedded in the social life of the town, someone that everyone recognised.

TRUE BLUE: PJ Stack was devoted to Gaelic football, playing with St Senan’s and then Feale Rangers.

Sitting in a taxi with PJ Stack was a pure joy; it was a great way to end a Saturday night in Tullamore. The spin out into the country was an entertainment and an education.

The best times were the nights when – at the end of the fare – he turned off the engine and just chatted. There was no rush.