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James(Jimmy) Walker – RIP
News | 05.02.2026

James(Jimmy) Walker – RIP

Home / News / James(Jimmy) Walker – RIP
News | 05.02.2026

With deep sadness, we wish to share the news of the passing of James “Jimmy” Walker, father of Eugene Walker, Masters’ Chairperson, who passed away yesterday.

With deep sadness, we wish to share the news of the passing of James “Jimmy” Walker, father of Eugene Walker, Masters’ Chairperson, who passed away yesterday.

The Board of Squash Ireland, along with the wider squash community, extend our sincere condolences to Eugene and to all of Jimmy’s family and friends at this very difficult time.

Our thoughts are particularly with his family as they mourn the loss of a much loved father. Jimmy’s passing will be keenly felt by all who knew him, and by those connected through the squash community.

Reposing will take place on Friday (6th February) from 3.00pm, with Requiem Mass on Saturday (7th February) at 10.00am, followed by burial. Full details regarding funeral arrangements can be found on rip.ie – here

May he rest in peace.