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“Cheeky and lovable” Killarney man laid to rest

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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.”

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Street Orienteering added to Wander Wild programme

By Sean Moriarty A new event has been added to the extensive Wander Wild Festival next weekend. Kerry Orienteers will run a family-friendly Urban Orienteering event as part of the […]

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A new event has been added to the extensive Wander Wild Festival next weekend.

Kerry Orienteers will run a family-friendly Urban Orienteering event as part of the festival on March 25.

Participants can start at the Killarney Plaza Hotel Basecamp anytime from 2-4pm on Saturday.

Orienteering is an exciting outdoor adventure sport which involves walking or running whilst navigating around a course using a detailed map and sometimes a compass. And the Wander Wild Street Orienteering will have courses suitable for all ages and abilities.

“The aim is to navigate in sequence between a set of control points and decide the best route to complete the course in the quickest time. It does not matter how young, old or fit you are, as you can run, walk or jog the course and progress at your own pace. If you need any help or tips members of Kerry Orienteering Club will be available to assist during the day,” said organiser Brendan O’Brien.

Two routes are available: ‘Wander’ – 2km (easy, wheelchair and buggy accessible) and Wild – 4km (moderate), and bookings can be made via: https://t.ly/jHm2R.

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Quiz helps to fund Easter pilgrimage

A popular annual table quiz, which raises funds to send Kerry children and young adults with special needs to Lourdes, will be held in Killarney next week. The Tim Moore […]

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A popular annual table quiz, which raises funds to send Kerry children and young adults with special needs to Lourdes, will be held in Killarney next week.

The Tim Moore Memorial Table Quiz will be held in the Gleneagle Hotel at 7.30pm on Wednesday, March 29.

The entry fee for tables of four is €40 and it is €20 for teams of four schoolchildren with great prizes up for grabs on the night.

All proceeds will go to the Irish Pilgrimage Trust which organises trips to Lourdes every Easter for children and young adults with additional needs.

They will be brought on the pilgrimage on Easter Sunday and all the volunteer helpers and medical staff that will accompany them will cover for their own travel costs.

The annual quiz, which is running for close on 30 years, is dedicated to the memory of the late Killarney accountant Tim Moore who was a tireless campaigner for the Irish Pilgrimage Trust. He passed away, suddenly, in 2002 and his friends have continued the quiz as a tribute to his legacy and to ensure the charity continues to be supported.

It hasn’t been held for the past two years due to the pandemic but all involved are thrilled that it is back for 2023.

Kieran Coffey, the retired principal of Fossa National School, is one of those who spearhead the Kerry pilgrimage to Lourdes and he has appealed to the public to support the very important fundraiser which helps offset some of the costs involved.

“We are delighted to be in a position to continue Tim’s great work and to dedicate the quiz to him. The event is always so well supported by the people of the greater Killarney area and we greatly appreciate that generosity,” said Kieran.

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