President Dr. Patrick Hillery has died at the age of 84

President Dr. Patrick Hillery,
(1923-2008)

It is with deep saddness and regret that I read that a former President of Ireland, Dr. Patrick Hillery has died at the age of 84. According to breakingnews.ie, President Hillery's family have accepted the Government's offer of a State Funeral and further details will be announced soon.

The Official Biography of Hillery from the Office of the President's website lists the following:

Patrick J Hillery

He was born on 2 May, 1923, in Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare and qualified as a medical doctor. He married Mary Beatrice Finnegan in 1955.

In 1951 Dr. Hillery was elected to Dáil Éireann for the constituency of Clare and he received his first Government appointment as Minister for Education in 1959.

He subsequently served in a number of ministerial posts (Industry and Commerce, Labour and Foreign Affairs) prior to his appointment in 1973 as Vice President of the then Commission of the European Communities, with special responsibility for Social Affairs. He served as Commissioner until 1976, when he was inaugurated as President of Ireland on 3 December, 1976.

Via: President.ie

May he Rest in Peace.

Gay Clare Disco: Sat 26th April, Ennis

Gay Clare just wish to remind you about our next disco. It will take place on Saturday 26th April next in the Inisheer Suite in the West County Hotel,Clare Road, Ennis. Time 10.00 till late. Admission €10.

As this is our biggest venue to date all support would be appreciated, so please spread the word and let anyone you know about the night who might be interested in coming along.

We have accommodation details on our website for anyone who might require that option.

This promises to be really enjoyable night and a great opportunity to meet and socialise with people from throughout the county and beyond.
The night can only be a success with everyone’s support.

Hope you can make it on April 26th.

Regards & thanks

Gay Clare Group
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