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Death announced of legendary lilter Séamus Fay

Oct 19, 2023 08:22 By News Northern Sound
Death announced of legendary lilter Séamus Fay
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May he rest in peace.

The death has been announced of legendary Cavan lilter Séamus Fay.

Séamus’ remarkable talent has been recognized at four All-Ireland Fleadhs where he was crowned all-Ireland lilting champion in 1959, 1960, 1961 and 1969.

Incidentally, these were the only competitions he ever entered, much to the relief of his competitors.

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The Drumconnick native picked up the art of lilting from listening to his mother and grandmother, both experts in the craft.

 

Mr Fay died on Wednesday, October 18th 2023. Peacefully in the loving care of his family and the staff at Cavan General Hospital, in his 91st year.

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May he rest in peace.

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