Tag: Retirement

Dubby Twomey Expresses Sincere Thanks for Many Supportive Years of Christmas Tree Provision

Following many dedicated years of providing the highest quality Christmas Trees at The Square, Millstreet – Dubby Twomey has decided that this greatly appreciated service will no longer be available.   Dubby wishes to express his heartfelt thanks to the many people who consistently supported the sales of countless trees over several years.  He extends very best wishes to All at Christmas and throughout a very Bright 2025.   We thank Dubby for such heroic dedication over the years and wish him a very happy and richly deserved retirement from this superb festive dedication.  (S.R.)

Seán Murphy and Eily Buckley pictured with Dubby Twomey on 10th Dec. 2010. Tap on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Aubane Presentation to Denis O’Sullivan

There was a very special night in Aubane on Friday Night last July 19th for Denis O Sullivan marking his retirement after 41 years driving the School Bus in the Locality.

We wish the very best to Denis on his Retirement.

 

Declan Retires Following 36 Years of Supreme Dedication in the Ambulance Service

While we look forward to recording a comprehensive Radio Interview on “Radio Treasures” on www.corkmusicstation.com with Declan Ryan to acquire an excellent insight into the Ambulance Service over the past Forty Years we extend sincere thanks to Declan for sharing two splendid images and some introductory information.

Declan shares the following:  “I was appointed to the Millstreet Ambulance

Declan Ryan pictured in 1985.

Base on the 18/11/1985 and retired recently after nearly 36 years.   Over that time I would have travelled hundreds of thousands of miles and transported and cared for thousands of patients in eight based Millstreet Ambulances from the surrounding areas of Cork and Kerry and worked with many amazing Colleagues including the late John Kelleher who went to his Eternal Reward last year.   Today’s National Ambulance Service is amongst one of the best trained and equipped in Europe.”   We wish Declan many years of wonderfully healthy, happy and fruitful Retirement.   We shall later indicate when we shall be broadcasting Declan’s Radio Interview which we have yet to record.  Tap on the images below to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Declan Ryan pictured on 27th Sept. 2021.

Firefighter Driver/Mechanic Supreme John Sheahan Retires

Following twenty years of wonderfully dedicated service to Millstreet Fire Brigade Service as Firefighter Driver/Mechanic supreme John Sheahan of Mount Leader, Millstreet has recently retired.   At a reception  in Millstreet Fire Brigade Station in honour of John – visiting Fire Officers paid many tributes to John including the fact that the hugely high standard in evidence in his magnificent care of the Fire Engines has been exemplary and consistent over the twenty years.   Eamonn O’Keeffe speaking on behalf of the Millstreet Crew expressed sincere thanks to John for being such an inspirational colleague towards all the Crew over the years.  Special presentations were made to John and his wife, Anna in the presence of his Family where three generations were present.   Refreshments were enjoyed by all with some specially decorated cupcakes and a Retirement Cake impressing all present.   It is wonderful to also note that John is truly handing on the torch to his son Darren who will shortly be taking up his full-time position as Firefighter with Cork City Fire Service.   We extend our very best wishes not only to John on a very Happy, Healthy and Long Retirement but also to Darren in his new career.   Here we share a selection of images from the recent superb reception at Millstreet Fire Station.  Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.) [read more …] “Firefighter Driver/Mechanic Supreme John Sheahan Retires”

Retirement of Margaret Collins, Director of Nursing at St. Joseph’s Community Hospital, Millstreet

Sincere Congratulations to Margaret Collins, Director of Nursing in St.Joseph’s Community Hospital, Millstreet on her retirement after 5 years and 5 months of wonderfully dedicated service. A presentation on behalf of the Staff  was made to Margaret on Thursday, 10th June 2021.  We wish Margaret many years of health and happiness.   (We thank Marie Morley for alerting us all to this important occasion and for sending us the excellent image and caption….S.R.)

Tap on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

A Very Happy Retirement to Dedicated Teacher Mary Randles

At Millstreet Community School on Thursday, 22nd Oct. 2020 a surprise celebratory event marking the retirement of wonderfully dedicated Teacher, Mary Randles was organised by Principal, Pól Ó Síodhcháin & Staff.   Mary has spent almost four decades as Teacher supreme mainly at Millstreet Community School where she had also been a Student herself.   The joyful occasion took place mainly online where many logged in from their own homes.  Teacher Jennifer O’Donoghue paid a splendid tribute to Mary as did Pól and Barry and Deputy Principal Frances and two Students.  We thank Teacher, Chris Horan for sharing four images recorded in the School showing the presentation of beautiful gifts to Mary including superb Artwork pottery and Painting by Artist Barry Fraser.   Here we share a selection of images from the memorable occasion.   Tap on the pictures to enlarge.   We wish Mary a very Happy and Healthy  Retirement filled with many Blessings.  (S.R.)…….(Chris also shared the following captions to some of the images:  In her final business class; niece Ria Buckley presents a painting by Barry Fraser; Sister in law Marion Buckley, Organiser Mary Fitzgerald and Ria Buckley prepare to surprise Mary; Mary with her LC business class.) [read more …] “A Very Happy Retirement to Dedicated Teacher Mary Randles”

Presentation by Lucey Transport Ltd. Drivers to Donal Barry on His Recent Retirement

Drivers of Millstreet Depot of Lucey Transport Ltd. assembled at the Macroom Road Centre on Saturday afternoon, 6th April 2019 to make a special presentation to the very popular Donal Barry of Boherbue on his recent retirement after 45 years of wonderfully dedicated service at Lucey Transport Ltd., Millstreet.   Following some very witty sincere speeches the group enjoyed refreshments at Café Aroma at Minor Row, Millstreet.  We, as well as the Organisers of this presentation, extend sincere congratulations to Donal and wish him many long years of happy and healthy retirement.   Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Donal Barry (centre) accepts the presentation from Jerry Murphy (representing the Drivers of the Millstreet Depot of Lucey Transport Ltd.).
Pictured with Donal are some of the Organisers of the special presentation – from left: Daithí Collins, (Donal Barry,) Jerry Murphy and Nicholas Buckley.

Wonderful Retirement Reception for Joan Collins

Marking 32 years of supreme dedication at St. Joseph’s Community Hospital, Millstreet a very special Retirement Reception was held on the evening of Friday, 16th Nov. 2018 at Corkery’s Bar, West End, Millstreet to honour Joan Collins on her retirement.   Staff members enjoyed a splendid occasion during which the very popular Joan was made a number of presentations with many words of great praise delivered.   We wish Joan a very Happy, Healthy and Fulfilling Retirement following her inspiring work for the past 32 years at the Hospital.   Here we share a selection of images from the magnificent reception.   We thank Patricia Robertson (Clerical Officer at the Hospital) for alerting us to the special occasion.  Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.) [read more …] “Wonderful Retirement Reception for Joan Collins”

Retirement Mass and Reception for Hannah Kelleher, Principal, Cullen N.S. on Friday 19th Oct. 2018 Beginning at 7pm

Mass will be celebrated in Cullen Church on Friday, 19th October at 7:00pm to bid a fond farewell to Hannah Kelleher, Principal, Cullen N.S.. The children of the school are busy practising their songs and readings for this Mass. Parents, current pupils, past pupils and members of the community and beyond are all most welcome to attend. 
After Mass, all are invited to attend celebrations in the Community Centre. Music will be provided by past-pupils of Mrs. Kelleher, pupils who would have formed part of the School Band at some stage.  These musicians are encouraged to bring their instrument of choice on the night, to be part of this momentous occasion.
We extend sincere congratulations to Hannah who has contributed so inspiringly to the education of so many young people in such a dedicated manner over many fruitful and uplifting years.    We all wish Hannah a very Happy, Healthy and Fulfilling Retirement.  Click on the images to enlarge.(S.R.)

 

 

This Weekend in Millstreet

We feature three images here of occasions (which will later include a more comprehensive feature on each event ) that have taken place in Millstreet this weekend.

A superbly organised Retirement Reception for Matron Lena Kelleher took place at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday, 4th Sept. 2015. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
A superbly organised Retirement Reception for Matron Lena Kelleher took place at the Wallis Arms Hotel on Friday, 4th Sept. 2015.   Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
The wonderful Wedding of Pearl Lehane & Glenn Twomey took place in St. Patrick's Church, Millstreet on Sat. 5th Sept. 2015. Fr. James McSweeney who concelebrated the Mass is seen with the Happy Couple.
The wonderful Wedding of Pearl Lehane & Glenn Twomey took place in St. Patrick’s Church, Millstreet on Sat. 5th Sept. 2015.  Fr. James McSweeney who concelebrated the Mass is seen with the Happy Couple.
To mark the First Anniversary of the late Connie Hickey a special tree was planted by the Hickey Family in the presence of a large number of Friends.
To mark the First Anniversary of the late Connie Hickey a special tree was planted on Saturday evening at St. Joseph’s Garden in West End by the Hickey Family in the presence of a large number of Friends.

 

Gentleman Supreme Tommy Burke Retires from Supervalu Millstreet

Suprememan Gentle and magnificent Sportsman Tommy Burke retired on Friday evening, 5th June 2015 after ten wonderfully dedicated years at O'Keeffe's Supervalu, Minor Row, Millstreet. Presentations were made to the very popular work colleague by the Staff and Tommy was also asked to plant a special tree in his honour. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Supreme Gentleman and magnificent Sportsman Tommy Burke retired on Friday evening, 5th June 2015 after ten wonderfully dedicated years at O’Keeffe’s Supervalu, Minor Row, Millstreet. Presentations were made to the very popular work colleague by the Staff and Tommy was also asked to plant a special tree in his honour. Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.   )

19Gentleman Tommy Burke Retires from Supervalu 5 June 2015 -8001Gentleman Tommy Burke Retires from Supervalu 5 June 2015 -8003Gentleman Tommy Burke Retires from Supervalu 5 June 2015 -80012Gentleman Tommy Burke Retires from Supervalu 5 June 2015 -800The next two pictures (below) are by Rachel O’Sullivan (of Supervalu Staff) who very kindly emailed them to us for inclusion in our feature.  We also share a variety of images from [read more …] “Gentleman Supreme Tommy Burke Retires from Supervalu Millstreet”