Joe Kernan led his home club Crossmaglen Rangers to three All-Ireland titles before becoming county manager

Kerry manager Paidi O'Se congratulates Joe Kernan after Armagh's victory in the 2002 All-Ireland final at Croke Park

Joe Kernan was the centre of media attention ahead of the All-Ireland final against Kerry in September 2002

Captain Kieran McGeeney talks tactics with Joe Kernan during a Championship game against Monaghan in 2006

Armagh players Paul McGrane, Andy Mallon, Steven McDonnell and Aaron Kernan with Patricia and Joe Kernan at the 2005 All-Star Awards

Armagh manager Joe Kernan hugs his sons Stephen and Aaron after the Ulster final replay win over Tyrone in 2005

Tyrone manager Mickey Harte enjoyed a great rivalry with his Armagh counterpart Joe Kernan

Joe Kernan holds the famous Sam Maguire cup aloft after Armagh had beaten Kerry in the 2002 All-Ireland football final

Armagh manager Joe Kernan consoles son Aaron after the Orchard County's defeat qualifier by Derry - Kernan's last match in charge