Michael Lowry (Tipperary, Independent) | Oireachtas source

On behalf of the Tipperary Members of the House, I wish to be associated with the tributes to Seán Treacy and the condolences to his family and many friends in Tipperary. When I came into the House first, in 1987, I found Seán to be very helpful and obliging. As a Tipperary man, he often gave us the nod when we least expected it.

The one thing that stood out about Seán Treacy was that he had a total appreciation of and respect for the office he held. He conducted his duties with consistent fairness, great authority and decorum, which was observed by many. He was very particular about the procedures and protocols of the House and he always stood up for the rights and entitlements of its Members. Overall, Seán Treacy was a man of great courtesy.

He led delegations of both Houses of the Oireachtas and was an exemplary ambassador in that capacity. His greatest moments, which I observed, were when he welcomed with great flourish and style President Bill Clinton and Nelson Mandela. They were the best of many moments as Ceann Comhairle of the House.

He always led with great gravitas and style and the people of Tipperary were indebted to him for his commitment, dedication and many years of service to his community. He was particularly interested in and looked after those in our community and society who were vulnerable. Seán Treacy's door was always open to those who needed support and assistance. We remember him as a great Tipperary man and a great public servant. He was a man of the people and he will be missed greatly.

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