The Keating family was struck by devastating tragedy when Ronan Keating’s brother, Ciaran Keating, tragically lost his life in a car accident.
Ciaran Keating, brother of Ronan Keating, has died following a horrific road accident.
Ciaran, 50, died on Saturday, July 15 after a collision with another car in Ballymiles, near Swinford, County Mayo, Republic of Ireland.
According to the BBC, Ciaran and his wife Ann Marie were traveling to watch their son Ruairi play football for Cork City Football Club. Both Ann Marie and a passenger in the other vehicle received medical treatment for life-threatening injuries.
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Cork City Football Club addressed the unfortunate tragedy in a statement.
“Everyone at Cork City FC is deeply saddened by the passing of Ciaran Keating, father of our player Ruairi Keating,” they said.
Our deepest condolences to Ruairi and the entire Keating family at this incredibly difficult time. Peace be upon him.
“We ask that the family’s privacy be respected at this difficult time. Funeral plans will be confirmed as soon as possible.
The Mirror says Ronan rushed back to Ireland to help his family after the devastating accident.
According to a celebrity friend, Ronan “dropped everything” to come home and is “absolutely devastated” but is “trying to stay strong for his family,” the friend added.
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The youngest of 5 siblings, the 46-year-old Boyzone singer grew up in Dublin’s Bayside district. His mother Marie worked as a hairdresser before she died aged 51 from metastatic breast cancer, and his father Gerry drives a lorry.
As the family deal with their grief, they can take comfort in the outpouring of sympathy and support from friends, fans, and the football community. Love and sincere condolences to the Keating family, may they provide some comfort during this painful journey.
While Ciaran’s life was tragically cut short, the memories and love shared in the family will live on. As they come together to honor his memory and support each other, may they find the strength to heal and carry on, cherishing the moments they had with their beloved brother, husband, and father.