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Warm tributes have been paid to former hurling patrickswell captain Paul Carey following his tragic death in a traffic accident in Dubai yesterday.
The father of one, Mr. Carey, whose brother is local pitcher legend Ciaran Carey, and whose family is immersed in the GAA, passed away after the incident in the United Arab Emirates.
A teacher of English and religion, he was preparing to return home full time to live once again in his native parish with his wife Anna and their young son Fionn for Christmas.
The community is now joining them and their devastated family in general.
“A sincere Patrickswell and Limerick man” is how one local described him, while another added that he is “an absolutely wonderful person.”
Local TD Niall Collins, a friend of the Careys’ family, said the entire community is “shocked and stunned” by the death of the father, who was due to turn 42 in 15 days.
“He was a very popular and friendly guy within the local community. It’s a terrible tragedy. The fact that it happened so far from home too. The fact that he was there just makes this even more difficult. We all have to support him. the family now to make arrangements to take him home. “
“He was a very friendly and attractive guy, very popular within the community. The kind of guy people had a lot of time for and a lot of respect for.
Independent Councilor Fergus Kilcoyne, who runs a pub on Patrickswell’s Main Street, added: “The whole town, including my own family, is touched by this. We just want to send our condolences to the family during these difficult times. “
Fine Gael member Daniel McSweeney, who also lives in the village, added: “Paul’s tragic passing has left the people of Patrickswell in utter shock. I have no doubt that in the coming days, weeks and months the people of Patrickswell will join. ” to support Paul’s family during this extremely difficult time. I would like to express my deepest condolences to Paul’s wife Anna, son Fionn, father, brothers, sisters and extended family. “
Carey had already moved to Limerick and returned to Dubai to finish a teaching contract and tie up some loose ends, having moved to the Middle East in 2016.
Patrickswell GAA and the entire community are saddened to learn of the tragic passing of Paul Carey in Dubai.
Sincere condolences to his wife Anna, son Fionn and the extended Carey family
We ask that Pablo be remembered in your prayers and that his family be supported in his time of need.
– Patrickswell GAA (@patrickswellgaa)
November 7, 2020
A former student of St Clement’s, he won the All-Ireland title with his senior B pitchers in 1997.
He also celebrated three senior hurling titles with his club, captaining the team in 2003.
That year, he dated his nephew, current All-Star pitcher Cian Lynch, when The Well triumphed.
He played twice in the national league for Limerick, debuting against Derry in 2002 when he started alongside Ciaran.
However, Paul’s senior debut had occurred in November 1998 at Semple Stadium when Limerick faced Tipperary in the South-East League.
He also played soccer for Limerick FC.
“The community is devastated in Patrickswell, as you can imagine. A young man trying his best, trying to get on with life,” added a local.
One of his relatives, who asked to remain anonymous, added: “He was a great family man, a man with great morals. You couldn’t ask for better from an individual. He was a great friend, a great individual loyal and worthy of trust”. . “
In addition to working in Dubai, he had also traveled to Singapore, parts of Afghanistan, Myanmar, and Dubai.
The family member said that he loved learning about new cultures and religions.
“There are no words to describe this. It’s your worst nightmare,” he said.
John McDermott, who chairs Patrickswell GAA, said the club is “devastated” to hear the news.
“The Carey family is synonymous with Patrickswell GAA. They are very involved, the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this time. It is as difficult as it has happened out of the country, it is so difficult to deal with,” he said. , “Ciaran is currently Patrickswell’s senior manager and the whole family is immersed in Patrickswell GAA, so it’s devastating to even understand.”
In a statement, Patrickswell GAA said it is “saddened to learn of the tragic and untimely passing of Paul Carey in Dubai, and we offer our sincere condolences to his wife Anna, son Fionn and the extended Carey family at this difficult time.”
The Carey family is in contact with the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Irish Embassy in the United Arab Emirates.
A spokesman for the Department of Foreign Relations said they are aware of the case and are providing consular assistance.
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