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Local News 2009

Popular senior team player Seamus O'Shea married his long time sweetheart Deirdre O'Shea in St Finian's Church on Saturday 30th May and afterwards a most enjoyable reception was held in the Waterville lake Hotel late into the night.

Seamus is the son of Lily and the late James O'Shea of Beenbane while Deirdre is the daughter of Brigid and John "King" O'Shea of Cahersiveen. Indeed, John "King" spent his early life in Beenbane, so it is appropriate that Deirdre should come full circle and become a Beenbaner.

Fr John Kerin, a native of Scartaglin, was the mass celebrant, with Marion O'Neill and Cormac Dineen providing the music. Deirdre's sister Yvonne was chief bridesmaid, ably assisted by Linda and Rachael. Best man was Conan Fenton and the groomsmen were Ian Galvin and Kieran O'Shea. Ian and lovely wife Julie made the trip from New York especially for the occasion. Deirdre's granny Katherine, in her ninetieth year, came from the U.K. and aunt Ann crossed the Atlantic from the island of Bermuda.
Lily is a native of Kilkenny and many of her family made the journey from the sunny south east. They seem to have brought the sunshine with them as Deirdre and Seamus were blessed by the best day of the year so far, weatherwise......surely an omen for their future lives together.

We wish Seamus and Deirdre a long and happy life together.

Mike Dwyer Hits Forty

During the wedding celebrations it was discovered that Mike Dwyer had reached the forty milestone. Sara hadn't forgotten and produced an appropriate cake to the delight of Mike and all present.
We wish Mike continued good health and wish him well for the future.

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A belated happy ninetieth birthday to popular local senior citizen Doll Sheehan O'Sullivan of Farranahown. She celebrated her special occasion among her extended family in her home on April 18th and there was a plentiful supply of food and beverage followed by music and dancing.

We wish continued good health to Dolly in the years ahead,

Lá na gClub

There was a great day on Sunday for the countywide Lá na gClub, part of the GAA’s 125 year celebrations. There were activities for children of all ages and afterwards they planted shrubs to mark the occasion. Some of the more senior members planted a Silver Birch to commemorate the occasion.

Refreshments were laid on afterwards in the clubhouse.

Tragic Death of Éamonn Fitzgerald

" They never truly die who live on in the hearts of others.”

Our community was once again shocked and stunned at the news of the tragic death of popular local man Éamonn Fitzgerald of St Finian’s Terrace on Tuesday morning last, April 21 st 2009.
Éamonn was an employee of Coláiste Na Sceilge for many years and will be sorely missed by staff and students alike.
He was but forty one years of age and a much loved and respected member of the community. He was involved in many sporting activities eg Beagle Hunting, Darts, Golf, Gaelic Football, to name but a few. He was also an avid soccer fan and made many trips to Liverpool to support his favourite team. He will always be remembered as an extremely sociable character and for his friendly smile. He saw the positive in everyone with whom he came in contact. He never forgot a birthday and was generous to a fault.
Éamonn was interred in St Finian’s Cemetery on Friday after requiem mass at twelve noon. His funeral was one of the largest seen for some time, such was the extent of his many friends and acquaintances.
We extend our sympathy to Éamonn’s family, especially brothers John and Patrick, sisters Angela, Sheila Ann and Fiona, his uncles, aunts and his large extended family.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

The first big stage race of the Irish cycle racing season, the Ras Mumhan a four-day cycle race, took place over the Easter weekend from Good Friday to Easter Monday, April 10 to 13. The race was promoted by Killorglin Credit Union Cycling Club and was led by New Race Director Pat Dunworth, The total prize fund for the race was approx €4,500.

The Easter Sunday stage started and finished in Waterville. The stage was sponsored by Pauline Sugrue, Auctioneer. Pauline’s brother Eamonn was a dedicated cyclist but passed away at a young age.

The race began in Waterville at 12 noon and covered a distance of approx. 80 miles.
After leaving the village the peloton headed for Ballinskelligs, Cahersiveen, Coars, Cillín Liath,, Chapel Cross, back in to Cahersiveen, Portmagee, Valentia, Cúm an Easpaig, The Glen, Ballinskelligs and back to Waterville.

After three hours approx in the saddle a bunch of forty cyclists, of the 118 who started, sprinted for the finish line but it was Dutch man Tjarco Cuppens who just edged out Kerry’s Paul Griffin of The Earl of Desmond team with Cuppens’ team-mate Raymond Werst securing third spot.
Special guest on the day was the famous "Iron Man" Mick Murphy who won the Rás Tailteann many years ago on a regular common bike. He was delighted that the Dutch contingent were so successful as he informed us that he had spent a long time in Holland in his younger days.

Well known and highly regarded footballer, bus driver, sea boat operator and genuine gentleman, Seano Shea from Bunavalla has retired from the fruit and veg business. To mark this occasion his many friends and relations gathered in the Villa Maria on Friday evening, March 13th to celebrate and wish him well for the future.
Seano was a prominent player with the club for many years and few could outfield him in his heyday. In more recent times he managed the senior team and was extremely unlucky not to capture the South Kerry championship in 2006.
Club chairman, Dan Fitzpatrick made a small presentation on behalf of Seano's former Waterville customers. Micko Dwyer paid tribute to Seano and along with others sang a few songs while Nuala entertained with some nimble footwork on the dance floor.
The evening was organised by Deirdre of the Villa and Fiona of the Corcán. A great night of song and dance was had by all with the ever ready Paddy and Rose providing the music.
Also celebrating a birthday were the Concannon twins and John O'Dwyer who had earlier made sure the twins were snugly asleep in Cuantrae.
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Jack Damian Maher

A special welcome to baby Jack Damian Maher, great grandson of Frank Casey. Jack was born in Hong Kong on March 3rd to Fiona Fitzgerald and her husband Shane Maher, who hails from Donegal.
The family reside in Guangzhou, China where Shane works in the telecommunications industry.

We wish them all well and look forward to seeing them here in Waterville in the not too distant future.

1st: Padraig O'Neill (5) Michael Murphy (5) Maire Lynott (18) Jim Guiry (23)
28.5 pts

2nd: Tom Murphy (9) Mike Gill (14) Maire O'Neill (29) Dara Courtney (10)
29.25

A great night was had in the Waterville Lake Hotel on Friday 6th February for the Waterville GAA club annual Dinner Dance. A good-sized crowd turned out for what was a very special occasion for the club and in particularl for former chairman Paddy Fogarty who recently was replaced by Dan Fitzpatrick. Dan couldn't be present at the function as he had already committed to another engagement in Bermingham.
Invited guests included Jerome Conway, Chairman of the County Board, Patrick Brennan, Chairman of the South Kerry Board, Weeshie Fogarty of Radio Kerry and Paddy McCormack, ex Offaly footballer and long time Friend of Paddy Fogarty, who played with Paddy during his time with the St. Brendan's club in Birmingham.
Everyone who spoke did so with the highest praise for Paddy and the work he has done with this club over his thirty five years on the committee. Club captain Denis Dwyer made a presentation to Paddy of a crystal set and a travel voucher for Paddy and Rose to have a very well deserved holiday. Paddy's wife Rose, daughter Debbie and his grandchildren were there to help him celebrate on this very special night when the club recognized the incredible amount of work and dedication he has put into the GAA in Waterville. Paddy's other daughter Geraldine couldn't be present and was represented by her daughter Kirsty. Paddy's commitment has been constant and unwavering over the years and the club will be forever grateful for all he has done.

Player of the Year 2008

The player of the year award for 2008 was also presented at the Dinner Dance, and it was the veteran defender Haulie Courtney who picked up this award for the second time in his career. It was a very richly deserved award for Haulie as he led a very young defence in last years championship with distinction and drove the team on time after time. All throughout the year Haulies performances were of a consistently high calibre and it was a very popular award among players and supporters alike. Presenting the award to Haulie was new Vice-Chairman John Dwyer who also received an award to honour his service to underage football in Waterville. This was a long overdue award for John as he has toiled for many years developing and nurturing young talent in the club, which has ensured a steady stream of excellent young talent coming up through the ranks.

We would like to thank Haulie O'Shea and his excellent staff for a wonderful night in the Waterville Lake. As ever the meal and service were of the highest quality. Also of a very high quality was the music provided by Patrick O'Sullivan, who had everyone up dancing all night. Sean Cathal O'Sullivan then rounded off the night with a rousing DJ set.
Report by: Eanna

Annual Club Convention 2009:

After nineteen years as club chairman and previously sixteen as club secretary, the inimitable Paddy Fogarty has handed over the guiding reins of the club to Dan Fitzpatrick. Paddy has been a loyal club official all through those years and deserves the gratitude and appreciation of the whole community. His pride and joy has always been the caring for the playing pitch, which he maintained in pristine condition. Football has absorbed all of Paddy's spare time and indeed he has often gone beyond the call of duty in the worst of weather conditions when some of us may have stood and watched from more comfortable vantage points. We know Paddy will continue to play a full and active part in club events in the future.

We wish Dan and his new committee well in his new and challenging position. It is a difficult task and requires a huge time commitment. Dan has been a valuable player and more recently a selector with the senior squad. He will get the unwavering support of all club members and with his "hands on" approach will leave no stone unturned to ensure the continuation of the proud tradition of our club.

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