The community of Kilkenny is mourning the tragic loss of 59-year-old Patsy Mackin, who died in a workplace accident on Thursday, December 12th, 2024. The incident occurred at a construction site on Dublin Road in Kilkenny, around 4 p.m. Authorities, including the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and local gardaí, are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact circumstances. Initial reports suggest that Patsy was struck by a vehicle while working on-site, a devastating accident that claimed his life.
Emergency services and gardaí responded swiftly, but despite their efforts, Patsy was sadly pronounced dead shortly after their arrival. The sudden and tragic nature of his passing has left his family, friends, and colleagues in shock and deep sorrow.
Originally from Roath, Cardiff in Wales, Patsy had settled in Callan, Kilkenny, where he lived with his beloved wife, Ann, and their two children, Rhiannon and James. Known for his warm and generous spirit, Patsy was the kind of person who left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Friends describe him as an endlessly loyal individual, whose ever-present smile could brighten the darkest of days. His kindness and dedication to those around him will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
His family now faces the unimaginable pain of continuing life without him. Patsy was more than a husband and father; he was a pillar of strength and joy in their lives, always putting his loved ones first. Rhiannon and James, in particular, have lost a devoted father who was their greatest supporter and role model. For Ann, Patsy’s passing leaves a void that words cannot fill.
