RIP: 'Great' hotel manager in Galway sadly dies
He had very strong connections to Galway
A “true leader and great” hotel manager with strong connections to Galway has sadly died.
Stephen O’Connor, who died on July 5 in Limerick, spent time at The Harbour Hotel in Galway before moving onto his General Manager role at Limerick’s Strand Hotel.
Stephen was buried on Wednesday at St. Mary’s Church cemetery in Kilmuckridge.
The Strand Hotel paid tribute to Stephen following his death describing him as the “heart of our team”.
They said: “He was the heart of our team, a true leader, a mentor, and a friend to so many. His warmth, kindness and infectious sense of humour made everyone feel welcome, whether they were a guest walking through our doors or a colleague working alongside him.
“He was deeply respected, immensely admired, and genuinely loved by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Stephen led with compassion, integrity, and unwavering dedication, always putting people first and inspiring those around him to be their very best.”
They added: “The impact he had on our hotel, our team, and our guests is impossible to put into words. He leaves behind not only an incredible professional legacy but also countless memories, friendships, and moments that we will treasure forever.
“Stephen will be profoundly missed by everyone whose lives he touched. Our thoughts, love, and deepest condolences are with his wife Eveanna, his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
His RIP.ie notice reads: “Stephen O’Connor, Alandale Hall, Ashbourne Ave, South Circular Road, Limerick, formerly Ballymacsimon, Kilmuckridge, Co.Wexford and General Manager of The Strand Hotel, Limerick.
“Stephen passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family in the exceptional care of Milford Care Centre, Limerick. Beloved husband and best of friend of Eveanna, dearly loved son of Maeve and the late Pat and cherished brother of Elizabeth.
“Stephen will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, uncles, aunts, cousins, Eveanna’s son Cillian, work colleagues and customers at The Strand Hotel and his large circle of friends.”