'He wanted so badly to see you all succeed' - Munster's next generation urged to remember Tom Tierney when they realise potential

The former Ireland international was remembered as a talented player and coach and welcome presence in any dressing-room.

RESPECT: Both CBC and Crescent College teams stand for a minute's silence before their Pinergy Munster Schools Senior Cup semi-final replay at Thomond Park on Thursday. Picture: INPHO/Evan Treacy

Tom Tierney was remembered as a gentleman who approached life with a quick wit and cheeky smile at his funeral Mass in rural Tipperary.

A player and coach for club, province, and country, his coffin was draped in the flags of Ireland, Munster, and Garryowen as he was carried out of St Nicholas’ Church, Solohead, by members of the Munster Academy who he coached until his sudden death, aged 46.