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Tributes are being paid following the death of Eddie Wymberry.

Tributes are being paid following the death of Eddie Wymberry.

The death has taken place of former WLR broadcaster Eddie Wymberry - one of Waterford's best known characters.

Eddie who was in his late 70s passed away yesterday.

Eddie was well known in many circles in Waterford.

He was involved in sport, and was one of the founders of Villa Football club. He was also a great runner and was deeply involved in athletics.

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Born and raised in Spring Garden Alley, Eddie wrote many local history books.

He was known best of all for being a born entertainer and was involved in Tops of the Town for many years.

He also had his own show on WLR for over a decade, interviewing the great and the good in Waterford and beyond.

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