Mr David (Daisy) Bell who joined Lansdowne FC in 1943 celebrates his 100th birthday this week. David is the oldest living Schools Senior Cup Medalist.

David – top right Interpro (‘37 & ‘38). CastleKnock JCT losing Semi in ‘35, SCT losing Semi ‘36, Won Senior Cup ‘37, losing Senior Final ‘38.

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David Bell (left) with Tom Burns (father of Lansdowne member Willie) on his wedding day 1949 , David was also a proud member of Birr RFC.

We wish David a very happy birthday and hope to see him in the clubhouse over the next few weeks to celebrate his milestone.

 

Pictured in the header above wearing his son Dave ‘s (Beller) honours scarf attending the last international to played in the old Lansdowne Rd.