Widespread sadness at death of auctioneering legend Pat Dermody
A MINUTE’S silence was observed at Tuam Mart on Monday as a mark of respect to Pat Dermody who died at his home in Kilconly on Sunday.
Pat was a very well-known and respected auctioneer for many years at Tuam and he also conducted sales at Headford, Ballinrobe and Balla marts during his career spanning half a century.
He died as a result of a farm accident which is being investigated by the Health and Safety Authority. Pat farmed as well as running his auctioneering business and estate agency and is described as a legend in the cattle trade throughout the West and the country.
Tuam Mart Manager Marian Devane said they were all greatly saddened at the news of Pat’s sudden death.
Pat was a very well-known and respected auctioneer for many years at Tuam and he also conducted sales at Headford, Ballinrobe and Balla marts during his career spanning half a century.
He died as a result of a farm accident which is being investigated by the Health and Safety Authority. Pat farmed as well as running his auctioneering business and estate agency and is described as a legend in the cattle trade throughout the West and the country.
Tuam Mart Manager Marian Devane said they were all greatly saddened at the news of Pat’s sudden death.