Ronan Keating’s brother Ciarán’s funeral to take place on Thursday-Danni Scott-Entertainment – Metro

Ciarán died unexpectedly in a car crash on Saturday (Picture: PA/Instagram)

The Keating family will lay Ciarán to rest on Thursday, July 20, after his sudden death in a car crash on the way to his son’s football game.

Ronan Keating’s brother Ciarán, who was in his 50s, died on Saturday after being involved in a road collision with two other vehicles.

He had been on his way to watch his son, Ruairí Keating, play for Cork City FC against Sligo Rovers FC.

His wife, Anne-Marie also suffered injuries but they were not life-threatening and she was treated at Mayo University Hospital.

Boyzone’s Ronan, 46, deleted his Instagram after the shocking news broke but has since confirmed his return to the stage despite not publicly addressing the loss.

The funeral is to be held in Louisburgh, County Mayo, on Thursday, according to an announcement by Rip.ie.

Ciarán was Ronan’s older brother and helped Boyzone on tour in the early days (Picutre: instagram/Ronan Keating )

‘It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of Ciarán Keating,’ read the announcement.

‘Dearly loved husband of Annemarie, devoted father of Conall, Ruairí and Aisling and adoring grandpa to Bobbi, May, Reggie, Archie T. and Sonnie. 

‘Ciarán is predeceased by his beloved mother Marie, father-in-law Kevin, brothers-in-law Colm, Joey and Shane.

‘He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his family, his father Gerry, mother-in-law Claire, sister Linda, brothers Gerard, Gary and Ronan, daughters-in-law Amilia, and Emily, Aisling’s partner Matthew, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and many many friends.’

The notice added that he will ‘lie in repose’ at Sweeney’s Funeral Home, Louisburgh on Wednesday, July 19, from 5.00pm, concluding with Vigil Prayers at 7.00pm.

Ronan has not spoken about his brother’s death publicly (Picture: Instagram/Ronan Keating)

On Thursday morning at 11.30am, mourners will walk to St. Patrick’s Church Louisburgh for a Mass of the Resurrection at midday.

While Ronan has not spoken about the loss of his brother, bandmate Keith Duffy was the first to post a tribute.

Posting a picture of a lit candle to his Instagram page, he wrote: ‘I can’t comprehend the loss and devastation of My brother @rokeating and all the Keating family All my family are praying and thinking of our Keating family right now. ❤️❤️❤️❤️’

He shared how Ciarán would join the band touring in the early days, calling him a ‘great guide’ who ‘helped and supported us young innocent kids.’

‘Take your place in heaven buddy with your Mam Marie ❤️🙏,’ the singer added.

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