Tributes have been pouring in after the passing of fisheries pioneer Seamus Tully following his death.
Seamus passed away peacefully at his home this week, surrounded by his family.
He was one of the founders of Killybegs Seafoods, and one of the biggest influences on the fishing sector both in Killybegs and nationally.
Donegal TD Pat The Cope Gallagher led the tributes to Seamus today.
“It was with deep sadness that we learned of the passing of Seamus Tully on Saturday morning. I have known Seamus my entire adult life, since I first went to process fish in Killybegs.”
“Seamus was a pioneer within the Pelagic fishing sector , he in his own modest way pushed forward the sector at critical times within the Irish Fishing industry. He equally focused on the service sector with a long involvement with Swan Nets.”
“Tully always had the best interests of the entire fishing sector at heart, he believed if all sectors were preforming well , then the industry would thrive and progress. Seamus in his lifetime overseen the transformation of the fishing fleet from wooden decks to state of the art modern day fishing vessels.”
“Seamus devoted his entire life to fishing, even recently when I met with him; his focus was on the current challenges within the sector, the challenges post Brexit and recent quota cuts.”
“Seamus was also a keen golfer and was a well respected member of Portnoo Golf Club.”
“I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to his wife Kathleen, his daughters Carmel, Marie, Rosaleen and Claire; his much loved Grandchildren.”
The full death notice for Seamus is below.
The death has occurred of Seamus (James Anthony) Tully, Ardglas, Fintra Road, Killybegs, Co Donegal peacefully at his home in the loving care of his family. Predeceased by his parents, brothers and sisters.
Sadly missed by his beloved wife, Kathleen, and much loved by daughters Carmel, Marie, Rosaleen and Claire. Adored grandfather of Thomas, Niamh, James and Meabh.
Reposing at his home on Fintra Road F94Y3K4 on Sunday 9th February from 2pm-6pm and Monday 10th February from 2pm-6pm.
Removal on Tuesday morning 11th February to St Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs for 12pm Funeral Mass.
Mass will be streamed live via MCN Media at https://mcn.live/Camera/st-mary-of-the-visitation-church-killybegs.
Sympathies gratefully received by condolence book in the church after mass or via the online book of condolences below.
Private burial. Strictly family only.
Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to The Irish Heart Foundation or the RNLI.
May he rest in eternal peace.
