HIGHLIGHT: Emotional scenes as Kilkenny says farewell to much-loved priest

Galmoy native Fr Dan Cavanagh has devoted more than five decades serving communities as a priest, including more than 20 years in his present parish of Rosbercon

After more than 50 years in the priesthood, including over two decades serving the Rosbercon Parish community, Kilkenny priest Fr Dan Cavanagh has retired from active ministry.

Originally from Galmoy, Fr Dan has been a familiar and much-loved figure in parish life.

His contribution was recognised recently at Listerlin National School, where staff and pupils marked his retirement with a special farewell (see all pictures below).

13. Listerlin NS sixth class students Lilianna Phelan, Grace Merrigan, Ellie Conroy, Saoirse Heffernan and Niamh Holohan on their final day at the school

Harry Reid

14. Listerlin NS Principal Julie Prenderville addressed the gathering

Harry Reid

15. A retirement gift to Fr Dan on behalf of the Parents' Association by Chairperson Margaret Mullally

Harry Reid

16. The sixth class graduates gather to listen to the music provided by Jackie and Nell

Harry Reid

HIGHLIGHT: Emotional scenes as Kilkenny says farewell to much-loved priest

Galmoy native Fr Dan Cavanagh has devoted more than five decades serving communities as a priest, including more than 20 years in his present parish of Rosbercon

13. Listerlin NS sixth class students Lilianna Phelan, Grace Merrigan, Ellie Conroy, Saoirse Heffernan and Niamh Holohan on their final day at the school

14. Listerlin NS Principal Julie Prenderville addressed the gathering

15. A retirement gift to Fr Dan on behalf of the Parents' Association by Chairperson Margaret Mullally

16. The sixth class graduates gather to listen to the music provided by Jackie and Nell

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