Stephen Malone of Lugbriscan, Riverstown, Dundalk passed away on Easter Sunday 2009 (April 12). An avid supporter of both Cooley Kickhams and Louth, he was present in Croke Park in 1957 to witness Louth winning the Sam Maguire Cup. He played minor football for Cooley for three years and went on to line out at junior as well. Stephen also served on the club committee. Past and present club members provided a Guard of Honour at his removal.