Country legend Margo O'Donnell has paid tribute to her long-time friend and fellow musician Henry McMahon who passed away on Sunday.
The late Henry McMahon was a renowned musician, songwriter, band leader, promoter and music manager who was an integral part of the country music scene for up on six decades.
He became known to thousands of country music followers as the band leader and announcer with Big Tom and The Mainliners.
His songs were recorded by country stars including Philomena Begley and Margo herself as well as Robert Mizzell to name but a few.
Speaking to Northern Sound, Margo said: "I have many memories of Henry since we first met in 1966 and many bridges crossed but most of all I am grateful for his friendship. A man of many words, great songs and stories."
Margo O'Donnell said Henry McMahon was a "real genius and his death is a "terrible loss."
Henry McMahon will repose at Ward’s Funeral Home, Ballybay (A75 H585), on Wednesday from 1pm until 8pm.
His funeral cortege will proceed on foot from the Big Tom Statue, Castleblayney, on Thursday at 11.30am to arrive at St Mary’s Church in Castleblayney for funeral mass at 12 noon, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
