A proud Sligoman, Kevin had a deep love for the arts, drama, the Irish language, and his native Sligo. His tireless work, alongside the Executive Committee, helped ensure the continued success of the Feis, including the celebration of our 90th anniversary in 2019. He was especially passionate about preserving the memory of Sligo’s Noble Six, in whose honor Feis Shligigh was founded.
Kevin was also President of Coolera Dramatic Society for many years, a role he held with pride and dedication, and continues to hold in spirit.
He will be greatly missed by his sons Sean, Cormac, and Ronan, daughters-in-law Joanne and Jackie, grandchildren Aoibhe, Aisling, Eoin, and Sorcha, and his loving sisters Deirdre and Maeve.
We, the Executive Committee of Feis Shligigh, remember Kevin with fondness for his hard work, commitment, and the joy he brought to all of us.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
On behalf of the Feis Shligigh Festival organising committee, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for contributing to the success of our 2024 event. Your enthusiasm, dedication, and support have truly made this year's festival a memorable and vibrant celebration of Irish culture.
To all the talented entrants who showcased their skills and passion across various competitions, thank you for sharing your talent and creativity with us.
We are immensely grateful to the schools that encouraged and supported their students to participate in the Feis. Your involvement is instrumental in fostering a love for Irish cultural traditions among the younger generation.
A special word of appreciation goes out to our dedicated volunteers, whose tireless efforts behind the scenes ensured the smooth running of the festival. Your time, energy, and enthusiasm are invaluable to us, and we couldn't have done it without you.
We also extend our deepest gratitude to our esteemed members and generous sponsors for their unwavering support. Your contributions have helped us continue the legacy of the Feis and bring the community together in celebration of our heritage.
Last but not least, we want to thank everyone who attended the festival, whether as participants, spectators, or supporters. Your presence added to the joy and spirit of the event, and we are grateful for your enthusiastic participation. As we reflect on the success of the 2024 Feis Shligigh Festival, we look forward to future editions with renewed excitement and anticipation. Together, we will continue to preserve and promote Irish cultural traditions for generations to come.
We look forward to seeing you again in 2025!, updates will be announced here and on our Facebook page - The Feis Shligigh Committee