Cyclist who died in Kildare collision on Easter Sunday described as "lovely man"

The cyclist killed in a collision on the Kildare/Carlow border on Easter Sunday described as "a lovely man" by friends.

Gar Fennelly of Rutland Terrace, Bennekerry, Co Carlow was involved in a collision with a car at Knocknagee, close to Carlow town around 11.30am on March 31.

Mr Fennelly was pronounced dead at the scene and his remains were taken to Naas General Hospital where a post-mortem was carried out. 

Mr Fennelly's remains will repose at McGuill’s Funeral Home in Bennekerry from 4pm on Wednesday, concluding with prayers at 7.30pm.

His Funeral Mass will be held at St Mary’s Church at 11am, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Mr Fennelly is survived by his brothers and sisters Rita, Joe, Pauline, Danny, Patricia, Teresa, Thomas and Jenny, step-brothers and sisters Georgina, Ernie, Mavis, Eugene and Martin.

Mr Fennelly was described by a friend on rip.ie as “a lovely man, the gentlest of souls".

Another added that he was “most helpful and kindest human being I ever met. He was a true friend and always there to help. Rest in peace my friend.”

Gardaí are appealing for road users or pedestrians who may have camera footage (including dash-cam), and who were travelling in the area on the date between 10:30am and 11:30am.

Anyone with any information can contact Kildare Garda Station on 045 527730, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.