Tributes paid to former Naas businessman and politician
Former Naas councillor Timmy Conway said Mr Mulvey had made a significant contribution to the town
Tributes have been paid to former Naas councillor and well-known local businessman Michael ‘Mick’ Mulvey Snr, who passed away.
Among those remembering the popular Naas man are current and former councillors Seamus Moore, Charlie Byrne, Bill Clear and Timmy Conway, who described him as a major contributor to the town and a man with a remarkable knowledge of its history.
Mr Mulvey, of South Main Street, Naas, and Belmont, Offaly, died peacefully on August 19 in the care of staff at Maynooth Community Care Unit.
Former Naas councillor Timmy Conway said Mr Mulvey had made a significant contribution to the town and community during his life.
“We grew up together on Main Street. We both served on Naas UDC, and Mick's contributions to the people of Naas, the town, and the community are numerous,” he said.
“He was always my friend, and I loved to meet him. I always went away the better for his deep knowledge and interests.”
Cllr Bill Clear said he was deeply saddened by Mr Mulvey’s death, describing him as “an absolute gentleman in every way” and “such a great asset to our lovely town of Naas”.
Former councillor Charlie Byrne also paid tribute, saying: “Sincere condolences to the Mulvey family on the sad passing of Mick. We had some great times in the past. May his gentle soul rest in peace.”
Cllr Seamie Moore recalled Mr Mulvey's extensive knowledge of Naas and his involvement in the town's development.
He said Mr Mulvey had remained in contact with local people and continued to take an interest in “the town he knew so well”.
Mr Moore also recalled an occasion when Mr Mulvey helped organise a welcome for Olympic gold medalist Ronnie Delany when the athlete stopped in Naas on his journey from Shannon Airport to Dublin following his return from Australia.
“Mick was the man for any such occasion,” he said.
Former councillor Paddy Behan said: “We had many chats about Naas...”
Cllr Anne Breen and husband Larry said: “A unique lovely gentleman with a big personality. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. ”
One mourner recalled his efforts in the late 1950s to organise football matches, fundraising, dances, draws, guest players and publicity to support a local club.
Others remembered him as a successful businessman and employer, with one former employee describing him as a “decent boss” who was held in high regard.
Mr Mulvey was the beloved father of Michael and adored grandfather of Bobby. He was also a loving uncle to Elaine, Caitriona, Ronan, Des, Siobhán, Paul and Gabe.
He is sadly missed by his family, grand nieces and nephews, great-grand-nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.
His funeral took place on Saturday, August 22, with Requiem Mass at 10am in the Church of Our Lady and St David, Naas, followed by cremation at Newlands Cross Crematorium.
Family flowers were requested, with donations in lieu to Barnardos.