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Ewan’s mother issues powerful plea to look out for young people
Mother of late Ewan MacIndoe issues powerful plea to look out for young people
The mother of a young Killarney man who died by suicide last month has issued a powerful, heartfelt plea to the local community to look after one another and cut young people more slack as they navigate life.
The sudden and unexpected passing of Ewan MacIndoe on May 27, at just 22 years of age, plunged the town into deep sadness.
A gifted all-round athlete, Ewan was a highly popular figure across local sporting fields, representing Killarney Celtic FC, Killarney Legion GAA Club, and Killarney Golf & Fishing Club.
He is deeply missed by his heartbroken parents, David and Louise, and his sister, Amber.
To mark the month’s mind of his passing, Louise MacIndoe has given the Killarney Advertiser permission to publish excerpts from the moving eulogy she delivered on the day of his funeral, sharing a vital message regarding how society treats its young population.
'Cut them a little bit of slack'
In her address, Louise appealed directly to employers, parents, and the wider public to show greater patience, understanding, and positive encouragement to young adults.
"Please, please take care of our young men and ladies at home and at work," Louise pleaded. "Cut them a little bit of slack. They are young, they are learning, and they will make mistakes. Please don't penalise them so harshly. They will grow, they will learn. They just sometimes need a little bit of time and a lot of positive encouragement."
Reflecting on Ewan’s 22 years, she noted that he packed a lifetime into those years and lived life to the absolute fullest. Despite facing numerous knockbacks, she recalled how resilient he remained, always trying to move forward in the hope that things would improve.
Addressing Ewan’s large circle of friends directly, Louise urged them to remain resilient during their grief.
"To Ewan's friends, please stay strong," she said. "Your best years are ahead of you. Even on the darkest days like today, please keep living and loving. Ewan would want you to, and we beg you to, too."
Defining true happiness
Louise also spoke openly about the true meaning of happiness, rejecting materialistic milestones in favour of personal fulfilment.
She said that she and David raised their children to make their own decisions and to stand by them.
"Find your happiness, whatever that might be," Louise urged the congregation. "Happiness comes from you as a person. No one can define it; it's what is you."
No firm timeframe for St Finan’s masterplan
There is still no guaranteed timeline for the redevelopment of the St Finan’s site in Killarney, despite ongoing work between Kerry County Council, the HSE, and the Land Development Agency (LDA).
The issue was raised at a recent Killarney Municipal District meeting by Councillor Maura Healy-Rae, who asked the council for an update on its engagement with the Department of Housing, the LDA, and the HSE regarding the future of the prominent landbank.
Responding to the query, a senior council official confirmed that while Kerry County Council, the HSE, and the LDA are jointly developing a masterplan and infrastructure delivery strategy for the site, progress remains contingent on support.
The official stated that a funding application has been submitted to progress the masterplan and that background work is currently ongoing.
Litter bins were previously removed from Lower New Street in Killarney due to ongoing issues with people using public bins to dispose of household waste.
The matter was raised at the Killarney Municipal District meeting by Councillor Martin Grady, who called for additional litter bins to be installed along Lower New Street, specifically along the stretch from Christy Healy’s shop to Presentation Secondary School, citing a lack of disposal facilities in the area.
In response, Kerry County Council confirmed that while bins had been taken away due to inappropriate domestic waste dumping, a litter bin will now be reinstated on a six-month trial basis.
Council officials stated they will closely monitor usage over the trial period to evaluate its effectiveness and ensure it is used properly.
Litter bins to return to New Street
Litter bins were previously removed from Lower New Street in Killarney due to ongoing issues with people using public bins to dispose of household waste.
The matter was raised at the Killarney Municipal District meeting by Councillor Martin Grady, who called for additional litter bins to be installed along Lower New Street, specifically along the stretch from Christy Healy’s shop to Presentation Secondary School, citing a lack of disposal facilities in the area.
In response, Kerry County Council confirmed that while bins had been taken away due to inappropriate domestic waste dumping, a litter bin will now be reinstated on a six-month trial basis.
Council officials stated they will closely monitor usage over the trial period to evaluate its effectiveness and ensure it is used properly.
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