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DON KEOUGH HAS passed away today aged 88 – after being hospitalised in recent weeks for pneumonia.
The Irish-American businessman was a huge supporter of Ireland who encouraged American corporate investment into the country.
He was the operating officer of Coca-Cola and brought the drinks company to Ireland in the 1970s,
Speaking about his death, Taoiseach Enda Kenny said, “A great Irishman and a great American, he will be sorely missed by all who knew him and leaves an enormous legacy including through his philanthropy.
“As one of Ireland’s greatest friends, Don built lasting business, cultural and education connections with Ireland which have helped thousands celebrate their own roots and forge new partnerships.
Don Keough was one of Ireland’s finest sons and the establishment of Coca Cola plants in Wexford, Drogheda, Athy and Ballina are testament to his commitment to Ireland. We have lost a true friend.
“Most importantly, he was husband to Marilyn (Mickie) for nearly 65 years and a beloved father to his sons and daughters.”
He was also a member of the Global Irish Network and was awarded a Presidential Distinguished Service Award in 2013 in recognition of his services to the Irish nation.
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As per usual, Minister Ross is off partying with his feather boa and is nowhere to be seen other than on some Z-Lister’s Instagram page. They wouldn’t stand for this on the continent
@Bertie Was Great: they wouldn’t stand for a “mechanical fault” of the continent !!!….
@old fecker: A certain Mr Hitler eradicated those alright.
Let’s be fair to the Minister…. he could be at a ‘boa’rd meeting…
@Sean Callan: the only way to resolve the issue is to sack a few of the maintenance staff who are responsible for the upkeep of the fleet. You can rest assured that the vast majority of these staff are on extended coffee breaks most of the day giving out about how they are not paid enough for drinking coffee. Not an easy task due to the solidarity of their comrades etc etc. Ransom specialists is all they are.
@Bertie Was Great: Not an employee, work for myself, and I am currently on holidays, which are of course, in my case, ‘unpaid’ (just using that word to help you understand). Congrats, you are 100% incorrect, 100%.
@Bewarethebeardz: Being on the dole is not the same as working for yourself. Some of us are flat out this week keeping the fledgling economy afloat! 100%
@Bertie Was Great: Just so we are clear, I’ve been working since i was 16 either for myself or as an employee. I’ve been lucky enough to have never needed the dole. And no, I have never received any handouts from anyone.
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