William’s contribution to Fermoy’s development has been enormous.  His activities over the years read like a history of the development of modern day Fermoy.  

He was probably best known in the town as Branch Manager of the Social Welfare Association, however he was always active in multiple other areas.

He spent many years serving on Fermoy Urban District Council, but it was his involvement with the Fermoy Civic Action Group that led to the establishment of Fermoy Credit Union where he was chairman for several years.  It is now the thriving Synergy Credit Union with branches in Fermoy, Watergrasshill and Glanmire.

His involvement with the Cluain Dara Association through fundraising, canvassing, arm twisting and compassion delivered a most valuable part of Fermoy’s infrastructure for senior citizens.  He is currently Chairman of that Association.

His contribution to Fermoy GAA saw him act as Chairman and Treasurer over a long period of time.

He always found time for other groups having served on the committees of Fermoy Choral Society, Pitch & Putt Club, Fine Gael Party, Fermoy Lourdes & District group.

He is currently Chairman of Fermoy Men’s Club and a member of their popular men’s choir and also chairman of Castlehyde Restoration Committee where they recently published a beautiful history of the graveyard there.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee is most grateful to William for his contribution to modern day Fermoy and we are delighted that he agreed to be the Grand Marshal for the 2026 Parade.