The Gazette 1989

GAZETTE

APRIL 1989

John J. Nash An App r ec i a t i on # 5

industrial and community devel- opment in Templemore. He played a leading part in introducing the Lancegaye Safety Glass firm to the town and successfully directed Tipperary Glass Company up to a short time ago. As town clerk of Templemore in the thirties he piloted a major building scheme to rehouse the occupants of substandard dwellings in the town. All aspects of his career were infused by a deep Christian faith. Many worthy causes benefited from his unobstrusive charity. In his college days he was a useful athlete and boxer. He continued to swim and to take long walks up to the day of his death. Truly a case of mens sana in corpore sano. His intellect undiminished and his physique still strong, John Nash never grew old. Such a towering personality must find a place among Tipperary's outstanding sons. To his heartbroken wife, Thérese, who was ever by his side and to his sorrowing brothers and sisters goes our deepest sympathy. P.P.R. (Reprinted with permission of Irish Times)

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His many friends and colleagues were deeply shocked by the news of John Nash's tragic death two weeks ago in a road accident in Gran Canaria. John, who practised as a solicitor in Thurles and Templemore for over 50 years, had become a legend in his lifetime. Educated at Rockwell College and UCD he secured first place in his degree and solicitors' finals, winning the coveted Findlater Gold Medal and a First Class Exhibition. Further honours came with the M.A. and LL.B. Degrees. He aimed at excellence in all he did. A leading advocate, his knowledge of law was legendary. Fearless in the pursuit of justice he acted in many causes ce/ebres and established legal principles which now form part of decided case law here and in Britain. He was a member of the Incor- porated Law Society for over 40 years and was President in 1959. Elected to the Senate in 1961 he served with distinction for twelve years, making notable contribu- tions both in committee and in the chamber. A versatile public speaker he excelled in impromptu debate. Always loyal to his alma mater, he was President of Rockwell College Union in the 1960s. John was no dry academic or "book in breeches." His subtle sense of humour often surfaced to break a deadlock in serious negoti- ations. An amusing raconteur, he had an endless fund of anecdotes, garnered from his wide experience. In addition to his busy practice John found time to advance

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Teresa Hughes An App r ec i a t i on

When I first heard the news of Teresa Hughes'final illness, my response was one of resigned despair that here once more was one of life's angels being loaded with life's misery. However, the dignity and grace with which she bore her burden was an inspiration to all who had the good forturne to know her. It is indicative of her character that she continued in her position in the battlefront we call the Law Society Rooms at the Four Courts almost to the very end and despite all her problems she remained courteous, smiling, efficient and helpful to all. I count myself lucky, as I know do many of my colleagues, to have known her. Our sympathy must go in full measure to her family on their sad loss. J.O.

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