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Eugene was a dedicated family man and great friend
This week, family and friends are mourning the passing of Eugene O’Shea, a well-known local Killarney businessman, teacher and former Green Party member.
Formerly of Northwest London, Eugene moved to Killarney in the early '80s with his wife Maggie and son Eoin, they opened the much-loved Sugan Hostel, now part of the Shire Bar & Restaurant.
The family expanded with the arrival of daughter Eileen and they opened their second hostel in Bunrower, Ross Road, in the mid 1990s.
He was also one of the founding members of the Kerry Branch of the Green Party and played a key role in the Killarney UDC elections in 1985 - returning Ireland’s first elected member of the party.
He dedicated a large part of his life to securing a lasting peace in Northern Ireland, including a key role in the Forum for Peace and Reconciliation - at Dublin Castle in 1994.
“A great man, who was so generous of spirit you always came away feeling the better for it. A great promoter of Killarney but most of all a dedicated family man and a wonderful friend,” said friend Aidan Quirke.
Eugene passed away peacefully at home on Monday surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness.
He is survived by his loving wife Margaret (nee Purtill), son Eoin, daughter Eileen, daughters-in-law Anne and Emily, grandchildren Alanna, Eugene, Luke and Eoin, mother Hannah (nee Herlihy), sister Maureen and brothers JJ and Michael, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended relatives and many friends.
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Matt Britton Flooring Now Open in Cork
Matt Britton a thriving, local, sustainable, family-run business that has evolved into the ultimate destination for Ireland’s finest hardwood flooring, luxury carpets and bespoke rugs is now open in Cork. […]
Matt Britton a thriving, local, sustainable, family-run business that has evolved into the ultimate destination for Ireland’s finest hardwood flooring, luxury carpets and bespoke rugs is now open in Cork.
Established in 1997 by brothers Matt and Craig, both fitters by trade, Matt Britton has become a popular household name throughout Ireland, a favourite among Ireland’s top interior designers and has been featured in an array of celebrities’ homes, including Peter O’Mahony, Johnny Sexton, Conor Murray, Pippa O’Connor, Vogue Williams, Rosie Connolly, and Suzanne Jackson, among others.
Recent expansion plans included the opening of their fifth showroom, Matt Britton Cork, unveiled by Ireland, Munster and Lions rugby legend Peter O’Mahony.
“We are delighted to have launched our first Munster store as part of our expansion plans across Ireland. We have been overwhelmed with positive feedback from our customers who have previously travelled from Munster to visit us in Dublin and Wicklow and this has encouraged us to open a store closer to home for them. Moreover, we are pleased that the opening of this showroom has allowed us to create 10 new jobs in the local area,” said Managing Director Matt Britton .
Their showrooms are designed to offer customers a luxurious experience and showcase their extraordinary collection of hardwood flooring, opulent carpets, and bespoke rugs tailored to clients’ unique preferences.
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Quest Killarney named Ireland’s best fitness and wellness event
Quest Adventure Series organised by Kerry based Elite Event Management came out winners at the Gym+Coffee Make Life Richer Awards. Quest won Best Large Fitness and Wellness Event, beating other […]
Quest Adventure Series organised by Kerry based Elite Event Management came out winners at the Gym+Coffee Make Life Richer Awards.
Quest won Best Large Fitness and Wellness Event, beating other well-known names in the fitness and event industry.
Irish gym clothing company Gym+Coffee established the Make Life Richer Awards as community-based awards that celebrate those who ‘Make Life Richer” to include people who have the same passion as they do and facilitate events and meet-ups that bring people together.
“The team at Quest are super-proud of this award and the achievement and would like to thank everyone who voted for them, and enjoys being part of the Quest community.,” said Elite Event Management’s Rebecca Kemp
Entries for Quest Killarney October 7 are now open at www.questadventureseries.com
Matt Britton Flooring Now Open in Cork
Matt Britton a thriving, local, sustainable, family-run business that has evolved into the ultimate destination for Ireland’s finest hardwood flooring,...
Quest Killarney named Ireland’s best fitness and wellness event
Quest Adventure Series organised by Kerry based Elite Event Management came out winners at the Gym+Coffee Make Life Richer Awards....
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