Council Pays Tribute To The Late Sean Hillery

March 15, 2012 - PRLog -- Mr. Hillery, who was a first cousin of former President of Ireland Dr. Patrick Hillery and a cousin of serving Clare County Councillor Michael Hillery, was a longstanding member of Clare County Council and Shannon Town Council. The native of Miltown Malbay also was the first Chairperson of the Clare County Development Board.

A pharmacist by profession, Mr. Hillery was a former President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland, as well as Chairperson of the Mid-Western Health Board.

Mayor of Clare Councillor Pat Hayes commented: “Along with representing his County as first citizen, Sean also was Mayor of Shannon where he represented his local community on the Town Council for many years.  Sean was well known and respected throughout Shannon and the wider County. He also was held in high esteem by colleagues as evidenced by his election as President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland.”

“I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Sean’s sons, Barry, Feidlim and Shane and his daughter Majella. My thoughts are also with Sean’s many friends during this difficult time”, added Mayor Hayes.

Mr. Tom Coughlan, Clare County Manager said he was saddened to hear of Mr. Hillery’s passing.

He added, “Sean was a very popular public representative who will be remembered by those who knew him for his work ethic, humility and sense of humour.  The fact that he held the office of Mayor in both Shannon Town Council and Clare County Council is something I know both he and his family were very proud of.”

Funeral Arrangements for the late Sean Hillery: Reposing at McMahon’s Funeral Home, Shannon on Saturday 17th March with removal at 7.30pm to SS John & Paul Church. Funeral Mass on Sunday 18th March at 2pm. Burial in Illaunamanagh Cemetery.

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Contact:
Mayor of Clare, Cllr. Pat Hayes – 087-6820167