By Kathleen Mullane

A MEMORABLE  DAY

Well, Sunday last saw a huge crowd assemble at our Community Hall here in Athea for the Tea-Party to honour Dr. Kieran Murphy for his many years of dedicated work here in Westbury Medical Centre. And what a beautiful day it was for this special occasion attended by Kieran his wife Val and all his family and grandchildren.

People came from all corners of our parish and  way beyond to show their appreciation for a wonderful Doctor, a friend to so many, just a man of The People with no Airs and Graces, just completely down to earth. Music greeted everyone with our talented musicians and the display of food was something else. The slide-show on the stage depicted many years and stages of Kieran’s life which was lovely to see.

Sean Liston gave a detailed low-down on Kieran’s life which was amazing, along with Domhnall De Barra who also gave everyone an insight into this great man. Kieran himself thanked everyone for their kindness in making himself and Val part of the Athea Community from Day 1.Tim Connolly gave a rendition of Flying without Wings – in keeping with Kieran’s love of Flying.

A bouquet of flowers was presented to Val and a framed picture of The Man Himself -Kieran painted by the very talented Jim Dunne was presented to him. The lovely cake, made by Sarah O’Connor and Teresa O’Halloran, was cut before the unveiling of a Bigger picture of Kieran which with a lovely Plaque hangs on the wall of the hall for all to see – its almost Life-Like, unbelievable talent.

Congrats to all the Volunteers who made this a very special day of Fond Memories for all the Athea Community and far beyond they did tremendous work headed by the tireless Damien Ahern.

Kieran, along with his wife Val, are wished many years of Health  and Happiness as they embark on another venture of their retirement life.

We wish all the very best to all those who will be receiving their Leaving Cert results this weekend and hopefully they will all get what they desire.

Congrats to Becky O’Connor of Templeathea who celebrated her 18th birthday along with family and friends at Brown Joe’s on Saturday night last, all had an enjoyable time there.

If anyone left an implement in the Templeathea Cemetery while doing a bit of work there recently and forgot it I have it  if you ring me .

Thought for the Week:- Arriving at one Goal is the Starting Point To Another.