Local publican passes away

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The death has occurred of well-known local publican, Paul Keane.

Paul was the proprietor of The Sportsmans at Ballymakellet in Ravensdale and was a hugely popular figure in the local vintner’s trade.

From Little Ash in Knockbridge, Paul passed away peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital yesterday.

He is survived by his wife Susan, nee Harvey, mother Nan and children Barry, Patrick and Aisling.

His removal will take place on Saturday morning at 11.30am to St Mary’s Church, Ravensdale, arriving for Mass at 12 noon. Burial will take place afterwards in Calvary Cemetery.