The passing of Kevin Ginnity

It is with sadness that the Diary records the passing of Kevin Ginnity.

Kevin and his late wife Loreto were very involved in the community for many years, during and subsequent to his time in the motor business in Kilcullen during the 70s and early 80s. Originally from Cavan, he first set up operations in the petrol station and garage business run by Mr Shortt near Brennans Hardware, and subsequently moved to a site which is now the location of Pat Dunlea's Nissan showrooms and sold Peugeot cars and Nuffield tractors.

He sold that business to Pat Dunlea in 1983, after Loreto became ill. During her time as a member of Kilcullen Drama Group, Loreto became particularly memorable for her portrayal of 'Big Maggie' in the John B Keane play of the same name.

Kevin is sadly missed by his daughters Deirdre, Maria, Bridget and Fiona, by his brothers and extended family, and by Gertrude.

He will be removed from St Vincent's Hospital in Athy tomorrow (Tuesday) evening, to arrive at Kilcullen Parish Church at 7.30pm. He will be buried in New Abbey Cemetery on Wednesday after 11 o'clock mass.

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