There is deep sadness in Glenflesk following the death of local man Paudie (Padraig) O’Rahilly, who drowned in the River Flesk on Tuesday afternoon.

Emergency services were called to the river shortly after 3pm following reports of a man in difficulty in the water near the Woodlawn area of Killarney.
Paramedics, fire service crews, a doctor, and members of the public assisted at the scene. Mr O’Rahilly, aged in his late 20s and from Headford was recovered from the water and pronounced dead shortly afterwards.
Gardaí are treating the incident as a tragic accident.
Paudie was a well-known figure in the local GAA community, having played with Glenflesk at all levels from underage to senior. He was part of the club’s 2018 East Kerry campaign and contributed to the Division 6 team’s promotion in 2022.
Club vice-president Derry Healy said the news was a huge shock. “They are a lovely, honest family. This is a tragedy for them and the whole community,” he said.
Paudie is survived by his mother Margaret, father Liam, and siblings Valerie, Maureen, and Nathan. Funeral arrangements will be confirmed later.