*Cyril Cuddihy.
CYRIL Cuddihy, whose untimely death took place at his home in St Senan’s’ Road, Ennis recently, was a popular widely known and successful sportsman.
By Tony Mulvey
He was a talented pitch and putt player, winning several major competitions all over the country and he also competed in a number of All-Ireland finals as a member of the Clare Road Pitch and Putt Club.
He and his brother Noel were also among founder members of the club and were familiar figures on the course most Sunday mornings. The course was owned by the late Frank White of the Halfway Bar.
Cyril, who was aged 67 years, also played his part in the promotion of the sport during his time as secretary of the Pitch and Putt Union of Ireland. Cyril was a valued member of the quiz team which represented the Halfway Bar. He also enjoyed playing cards and taking part in dart tournaments representing the popular Clare Road pub.
He was a son of the late Ned and Helen Cuddihy who came from Ballyhale near Kilkenny to live in Ennis with their family in the early 1960s. Educated at Ennis CBS, Cyril later studied engineering at University College, Galway with whom he also played rugby.
Later on he joined his brother Noel in their Auto Electrics business in their home place at St. Senan’s Road. Unfortunately a lot of his activities had to be curtailed following a stroke eight years ago. Cyril will be remembered as a quiet and unassuming person and a very friendly neighbour.
Following his death on May 28 last, reposing was at Daly’s Mortuary Chapel, Ennis on May 30 and the funeral took place to Drumcliffe cemetery the following day after mass in St. Joseph’s church.
Cyril is survived by his brothers Noel and Eamonn, sister Helen, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends
