By Dan Walsh
Two of Kilmore Quay RNLI’s dedicated fundraising volunteers were presented with RNLI Certificates of Thanks in recognition of their longstanding service to the charity that saves lives at sea.
As an independent charity organisation, the RNLI relies on donations to fund its life saving work. Kilmore Quay lifeboat crew are on call day and night throughout the year. To sustain this service, well-maintained equipment, lifeboats, shore equipment and ongoing training are required. None of this would be possible without the enthusiasm, commitment, and drive of dedicated local fundraisers.
Congratulations to Anne McMorris and Johnny Moore. Anne was a diligent Station Treasurer at Kilmore Quay for over 34 years. Sadly, Anne passed away earlier this year after a long and courageous battle with illness. Accepting the award on her behalf were her son and daughter, John and Felicity.
Johnny joined Kilmore Quay RNLI as shore crew in 1987 and currently holds the role of Launching Authority in addition to being a dedicated member of the fundraising team for the last 25 years.
Speaking at the event Pauline McGann, RNLI Community Manager (Ireland East) said; “Volunteers like Anne and Johnny are the lifeblood of the RNLI. They have done trojan work raising vital funds for the charity and I am delighted to be here today to recognise their hard work and commitment. We could not do what we do without the vital support of our incredible volunteers.’
Also presented with Certificates of Service by Coxswain Eugene Kehoe were Victor Gore and PJ Bates. Victor served as a crew member from 2013 to 2023. During his service Kilmore Quay Lifeboat rescued 11 lives. PJ served as a crew member from 1997 to 2023 also qualifying as a Navigator. During his service Kilmore Quay Lifeboat rescued 53 lives.
Speaking following the event, Coxswain Eugene Kehoe said; “We have a long tradition of life-boating here in Kilmore Quay thanks to our dedicated volunteers. We are very proud of all our volunteers, the fundraisers, shop volunteers, shore crew and sea-going crew, and the way they do what they do to help save lives at sea.”
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