Statement of condolence: Irineu Comelli Júnior | OneFootball

It is with deep sorrow that Avaí Futebol Clube has received the news of the passing of IRINEU COMELLI JÚNIOR, which occurred on September 21, 2026, at the age of 82. He was born on December 20, 1942.

At Avaí, he served as 1st vice president during Fernando Bastos’s second term. He was acting president of Avaí in 1973. For many years, he was the financial director of Grupo Hoepcke and director of Rádio Guarujá. Avaí Futebol Clube extends its condolences to his family and friends on behalf of the Club’s staff, the Deliberative and Fiscal Councils, and the Executive Board.

MOMENT OF SILENCEIn his honor, Avaí will request that the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) observe a minute of silence at the match against Ceará, at 11 a.m. on October 3, at Ressacada, for the 31st round of the 2026 Brazilian Série B Championship.

Also to be honored:VANDO CORRÊAHe passed away on September 17, 2026, at the age of 79. He was born on December 1, 1946. An Avaí supporter and member for many years, he was always present at the club’s matches and celebrations. He was the father of Luciano Correa, a former club official who contributed to Avaí’s century-long history for more than two decades.

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