'You could go anywhere in Ireland and mention the name ‘Langton’s’ - Kilkenny TD pays tribute

Local TD Peter ‘Chap’ Cleere has paid heartfelt tribute to the late Kilkenny businessman Eamonn Langton, and sympathised with his family.

“I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Eamonn Langton. I had the privilege of knowing him for many years as a successful businessman, staunch Kilkenny GAA man, and a man who contributed and gave so much to our local economy here in Kilkenny,” Deputy Cleere told Kilkenny Live.

“If you were to go anywhere on the island of Ireland and mentioned the name ‘Langton’s’ everybody would know about Langton’s in Kilkenny and that is a testament to Eamonn’s legacy.

“Eamonn was a man deeply rooted in Kilkenny GAA. Nobody was ever left without a meal, somewhere to lay their head, and his support across many different fundraisers over the years was widely known. Langton’s became the home of Kilkenny hurling and Eamonn lapped up the atmosphere more than anyone.

“It was brilliant to see all of Eamonn’s contributions to Kilkenny acknowledged when he was formally honoured with the freedom of the city earlier this year.

“My deepest condolences go out to his wife Trish, sons Eddie and Conor, and his daughter Tracey and all the extended family. His passing weighs heavily over Kilkenny today, leaving behind a profound sense of loss in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”