The Banagher man's career spanned across six decades.
Offaly musician Johnny McEvoy has died aged 81.
The Banagher man first gained widespread recognition in 1966 when Muirsheen Durkin topped the Irish charts, followed by popular recordings such as The Boston Burglar and Nora.
He also penned songs such as Long Before Your Time, Michael and The Planter's Daughter, which he wrote in memory of his late wife, Odette.
In a statement, his children, Jonathan and Alice, paid tribute to their father, saying that while his music touched the lives of so many people, to them "he was just Dad".
They also expressed their gratitude for the affection and support shown to him throughout the years.
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