WHAT is the definition of a wise man? One that I found was that he is a man of unusual learning, judgment or insight, while another said it is someone who is venerated for experience, judgment, and wisdom. Both say much the same, if in a slightly different way.

Bound these qualities up in a wrapping of good manners, warmth, modesty and a conciliatory nature and you would describe the late Neville O’Byrne, former Senior Steward of the Turf Club, who died last Sunday. Wise counsel, a gentleman, loyal, a mentor – these and many more were some of the many qualities attributed to Neville by friends and colleagues.