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‘We just want to support him anyway we can’

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BY MICHELLE CREAN

 

Friends of a well-known local man - who has a long road to recovery ahead of him following serious illness - are planning a huge fundraising event next week.
Mechanic John ‘Sully’ Sullivan (52) is currently in the Mater Hospital, Dublin, after becoming ill with sepsis approximately eight weeks ago.
Self-employed and now out of work for the foreseeable future – family and friends formed a fundraising committee to support the father-of-three.
They’re planning a huge fundraiser ‘A Night for Sully’ on Friday, November 30, in the K Town Bar and Grill.
Local musicians are also on board for the event which begins at 9pm and will include spot prizes and a raffle.
“We just want to support him in any way we can,” close personal friend Donal Shine told the Killarney Advertiser.
“He became sick with a pain in his back at work, and after a visit to his GP was admitted to University Hospital Kerry for 10 days. He was getting worse and shifted to the Mater Hospital where he still is now. He has undergone six operations. As he’s not working at the moment we just wanted to do something to help. He has a long road to recovery ahead of him.”
Donie added that Sully is very well known, not only in Killarney for his mechanical skills, but also in rallying circles throughout Kerry.
“He is involved in all the rallys including the Rally of the Lakes, the Historic Rally, and he was involved in the Circuit of Kerry. He’s a lovely fella, he’d never leave somebody on the side of the road. He’s a great mechanic.”
Donie thanked the public for their support for the event as well as the many local businesses who have provided prizes on the night.
“There’s no cover charge on the night, donations will be greatly accepted.”

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HeartBeat to host Advanced Healthcare Directive information night

Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) […]

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Anne O’Shea Clarke, Regional Manager of SAGE Advocacy Mid & South West Regions, will provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in properly creating an Advanced Healthcare Directive (AHD) on Tuesday, April 29, starting at 8pm in the Parish Centre, Park Road.

An ADH is a document which sets out your instructions in relation to healthcare treatments in the future, when you no longer have the capacity to decide. AHDs are not solely relevant to older individuals. Young adults can also significantly benefit from putting these directives in place for themselves or when assisting loved ones. Attendees will gain valuable ‘Knowledge is Power; regarding legal and personal matters
The meeting will specifically look at two key application forms: the standard AHD Form and the Think Ahead / my form.
Prior to the main meeting, a Blood Pressure. and Pulse Clinic will be available from 7:15pm until 8:00pm sharp. Following O’Shea Clarke’s presentation, there will be a Question & Answer session, followed by tea and coffee.
SAGE Advocacy, the national service for older people, works to ensure access to information, support, and independent advocacy, while also providing safeguarding services across various settings, including homes, day centres, hospitals, and nursing homes.
They also support vulnerable adults and healthcare patients in situations where other services may not be available.
For further information, email anne.osheaclarke@sageadvocacy.ie or visit www.sageadvocacy.ie.

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Singer-songwriter Lillie Foley releases second single

Local singer-songwriter Lillie Foley, from Whitebridge Manor, has released her second single of 2025, titled ‘That’s Life’, on all major streaming platforms. ‘That’s Life’ is described as a powerful blend […]

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Local singer-songwriter Lillie Foley, from Whitebridge Manor, has released her second single of 2025, titled ‘That’s Life’, on all major streaming platforms.

‘That’s Life’ is described as a powerful blend of pop and soul music, drawing on Foley’s own life experiences. The track marks a further step in the promising career of the emerging local artist.
Recorded at the renowned Windmill Lane Recording Studios in Dublin, ‘That’s Life’ showcases Foley’s emotive lyrics, soulful vocals, and a sound that is both modern and deeply personal. Collaborating with music producer and audio engineer Hermann Ogulla, Foley has crafted a song that blends her Irish background with contemporary musical styles, aiming to resonate with listeners in Ireland,and beyond.
Foley said: “This is a song about resilience and accepting that bad things happen in life and we just have to get on with it and move on as best we can.”
‘That’s Life’ is the second of several songs Foley has planned for release in 2025.

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