WLR FM sports editor Kevin Casey dies at the age of just 40

The news was announced on Wednesday morning.

WLR FM have announced the death of sports editor Kevin Casey at the age of just 40. Kevin, originally from County Kerry, died after a short illness. WLR FM managing director Des Whelan says: "Kevin is one of the most popular people I’ve worked with over the years and a really great broadcaster. "His love of sport was only surpassed by his great love for his family. Our condolences to his wife Marguerite, his sons Paul, Mark and James and his parents Paddy and Mary, sisters Marie and Majella and his brother Martin." WLR FM head of news Liz Reddy said: "Kevin was not just a brilliant hard working broadcaster but a fantastic friend and colleague to everyone in WLR FM. "His wonderful easy going charm brought joy to the News and Sports Department and made everyone he met and interviewed immediately at ease. "His contribution to the Sports Department was immense, not just in the major awards he won but also in the way he went about his work every day. Kevin has been inspirational in the dignified way he dealt with his illness over the last year."