Death of former Duleek councillor Shaun Lynch

FORMER Taoiseach John Bruton has paid tribute to Duleek man and his former colleague Shaun Lynch, of Newlanes House, Duleek who passed away at the weekend.

Shaun had a distinguished career as a member of Meath County Council, representing Duleek and surrounding areas in East Meath.

‘He served on the Council during a time when Duleek was undergoing rapid development, and Shaun worked tirelessly to preserve the natural and built heritage of the area, so as to provide a good quality of life for all Duleek residents, both native and more recently arrived.

‘As a man with a deep knowledge of farming, he also served the interests of the rural community with care and commitment. He spent much of his early life in Australia and was able to bring an international perspective to bear on political discussions within Fine Gael.

‘With his wife Liz, he was deeply involved in the local community service organisations. He had a particular interest in local history. I extend deepest sympathy to his wife Liz, and to his children Ian, Ciara, Kathryn and Sarah,’ Mr Bruton stated.

Sean’s Funeral Mass is on Wednesday morning at 11pm in St. Cianan’s Church, Duleek followed by burial in Holy Cross Cemetery.