I've known him for 35 years; I know the Fureys, played with them, know their family, their father - all of them are very dear friends. He was a great musician and he was a man that could make you laugh and smile in seconds with his tales and stories. My deepest sympathy goes to the family. Paul will be sorely missed. There was celebrity galore at his funeral and if I offended anyone by not going for a drink afterwards, I'm sorry, but I just wanted to say my prayers, reminisce the old days in silence and be thankful that I counted him to my friends.