By Sean Moriarty

Tributes have been paid to a “cheeky and lovable” Killarney man who was laid to rest today (Friday) after a tragic accident in the UK.

David Breen (26) died in a collision Chichester, England just over two weeks ago. He was travelling on a pedal bike when he was involved in a collision with a Vauxhall Zafira on the A286 Main Road, near the West Sussex town at around 8.20pm in on Tuesday October 26. He sadly died at the scene.

David’s Requiem Mass took place this morning at 10.30am followed by burial afterwards in Killarney Burial Ground.

His family from Countess Road, – mother Anne, dad Anthony and brothers Shane and Anthony - have paid tribute to popular David.

The family are well-known in town. Anthony Sr is retired from Killarney Fire and Rescue but still works with the Municipal District street team. Anthony Jr is a current member of Killarney Fire and Rescue and Shane works in MD O’Shea’s in the Woodlands Industrial Estate.

Anne is the hugely popular school traffic warden on New Road. The family were on a visit to David’s home in England at the time of the accident.

“It is with deep regret to let friends know that our beautiful son David Breen was killed in a road accident,” said Anne.

“He will be greatly missed. He was funny, caring, ready with the banter, cheeky, lovable and always on the go. We met so many of his friends over the last week in England that showed so much compassion. Thank you to all at Sussex Police for all they have done for us. Thank you to everyone who has been there for us in Ireland since David’s accident.”