Michael Mac Nulty

My sincere sympathy to Phyllis and sons and to June & Mary on the loss of Michael- I have very happy memories of Michael from my childhood days in Sandycove and indeed he was very kind on my own mother’s death/ May he rest in peace/ my eldest first cousin
Rita

Deepest sympathy to Phyllis, June, Mary, Gerard and all the MacNulty family on the sad loss of Michael. He was always a very gentle person and I treasure memories of his looking after his siblings and me on the bumper cars at Dun Laoghaire carnival, Sandycove Galas in Blackrock Baths and many other occasions. May he rest in Peace

Sincere condolences from the O'Rourkes to Phyllis and all the MacNulty family on the very great loss of Michael. My Dad (Charles) and my late mum (Jo) often shared stories of entertaining evenings spent in Phyllis and Michael's excellent company at Moninne and Paul Burke-Kennedy's house. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a ainm. Keelin and Charles O'Rourke

Deepest sympathy to all the MacNulty family on the passing of Michael. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to David and all the Mac Nulty family on the sad passing of your beloved Dad. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Phyllis and the boys on the death of a husband, father and grandfather.
Both John and I have known Michael for many years, and in my case for many more, when are our fathers worked in the Hibernian Bank.
We have missed watching the MacNultys, McDonnells and McLaughlins leaving their respective holiday homes in Rosslare, in Black tie, to attend the Opera in Wexford, such glamour!
May he rest in peace

My uncle - and just a great man, always had my back and that of the family . Such an intesting life and journey, Phyliss his rock and the boys did him proud yesterday, and in life, will remember Michael at my swim today at 40 Foot.
Barry Delaney

Sincere condolences to Phyllis and all the family on the loss of a man who contributed much to Ireland without seeking recognition. He was held in great respect by all our family and especially by my late father Dr Paddy Hillery. I will always hold warm memories of a trip MIchael arranged for Dad, me and Michael to Georgia, USA. I never hear Nat King Cole without thinking of that time and warm companionship (which made up for some indifferent golf!). May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences Chris on the loss of your beloved father, sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this sad time

Dearest Phyllis, Peter, David, and Christopher, I'm so very sad to hear today about your loss. Michael was such a larger-than-life part of our childhood memories - a true gentleman, full of fun, and a caring soul. We probably falsely believed he was a great influence on Dad over the Dunlop years - I suspect they were truly bad for each other but also shared fun and friendship that lasted so many years. I've so many great memories of family times with you all, highs and lows, and everything in between. Please hug Phyllis for me, and know that the Sheridans are thinking of you all at this sad time with warmth in our hearts, knowing that Michael and JNS are sharing a drink and a laugh up there. (PS I still tell the story of Michael's recitation of the Hail Mary in Irish at the conference the Allens are talking about in their messages.) Love to you all, Judy xx

My deepest condolences to Peter and the family.

sincerest sympathy Phyllis to you & family! I have many happy memories working with Michael in Dunlop many years ago but the friendsip still lasted. May he rest in peace. Margaret Murray.

May God Be You. Michael and Your Family have touched so many lives around the world.

I have the fondest memories of Michael for over 60 years. He was a great colleague and an inspiration with a great can-do attitude. Presently in Spain but my thoughts are there with you all

Condolences to all the MacNultys and their extended families on the death of Michael. RIP.

Michael was a man of unfailing charm and good humour, as well as being astute and decisive when need be. He is one of the few that I will always hold in the greatest of respect.

So sorry to hear about your father Chris. Thinking of you, Una and all your family at this sad time. May your Dad Rest in Peace

A very sad day today to farewell a wonderful man, a gentleman, an achiever. Michael and Phyllis were always so welcoming any time we met them. Peter, I am so sorry for the loss of your dear father. Our most sincere condolences to you, to your brothers, and to Phyllis, and all the extended family. We are thinking of you all.

Sending sincere condolences to Phyllis, Peter, David and Chris from all the Cartys
Michael was a true gent and shall be missed by one and all

Deepest sympathy to Michael’s wife Phyllis, sons Peter, David and Christopher, brother Gerry and to the extended family. Had the pleasure of working with Michael in Bord Failte and in later years with his tourism consultancy business that he ran so successfully with his sons. Michael was a great motivator and was always supportive and encouraging. An absolute gentleman who achieved so much for tourism in Ireland and internationally. Michael will be greatly missed. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Part 3B

We had such a grand time! But we worried that Michael could be black-balled the next week because of the uncontrollable crowd that he had brought into the club.

Mark Twain once said, “Misery you can do on your own. But to experience true joy you must share it.”

May the halls ring again with memories of all of the happy times that Michael, his family, and his friends have shared.

Part 3A

Then the surprise mystery speaker at the convention was introduced: Bob Hope. He came out from behind the curtains and looked out at the audience. “It is such a pleasure to be on the dais with these fellows. To my left is Michael Mac Nulty. Have you ever seen such a tall and handsome leprechaun in your life? Michael tells me that it is wonderful to visit Ireland, and that it is really very safe. He says he works for the department of tourism during the day. I asked him what his night job was and he told me he was a tail gunner on a bakery truck.”

The fellow on my right is an astronaut. What an American hero. He makes Superman look like Truman Capote.

Then in 1998 Michael took the Allen families — both Joe’s and Dave’s — to the Royal Irish Yacht Club for dinner. Well, the first challenge there was that all of the men had have to have coats and ties! Fortunately the club did have loaners for folks who arrived incompletely dressed. After we were appropriately robed another guest, Andy Williams, the head of Pepsico for Europe, arrived with neither a coat nor a tie, and it was back to the dressing rooms.

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When Joe arrived, still in his flight suit — which he would wear for his speech — he walked up to the speakers table. There stood a very tall gentleman who asked a waitress for a gin and tonic. “Are you a speaker?” she asked. “We don’t serve speakers before they have given their speech.”

Joe instantly spoke up and asked the waitress for two gin and tonic drinks. “Are you a speaker?” she asked.

“Absolutely not!” said Joe, and she brought him the drinks. As soon as the waitress was gone Joe handed them to the tall gentleman, who was Michael Nac Nulty. They have been the best of friends ever since.

Michael was the first speaker at Ceasar’s Palace Conference Center, and he urged everyone to visit Ireland.

Joe was the second speaker and he gave a quick overview of space flight.

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To Phyllis, Peter, David & Chris,

The Allen family is saddened by Michael’s passing, but the joys inspired by Michael for all of us are permanent glorious memories. Michael was a once-in-a-lifetime friend. The Allen Boys — Joe and Dave — treasured their times with Michael.

In the early 1970’s Michael was a major player for the chamber of commerce of Ireland. In the line of duty he was sent to Las Vegas, Nevada, to convince the crowd at a giant tire dealers’ convention that Ireland was THE PLACE to visit, despite the rumors of “troubles”.

Originally Allen Shephard, the second American to fly into space, was scheduled to join Michael on the stage for this convention, but a last minute conflict forced him to cancel his appearance. So he called on Dr. Joe Allen. “Joe, I have a special assignment for you today. You have to fly to Las Vegas and give a speech about space flight on my behalf.” That was not “fly on a commercial airplane”, but “go out to the Ellington Air Force Base flight line and fly yourself in a T-38 to Las Vegas. You will be met at Nellis Air Force Base and taken to the convention. Write your speech on the way.”

Sincere condolences to Peter & all the MacNulty Family on your sad loss
Leaba I measc na Naomh go raibh ag Michael
Kathleen Cassidy & Family Limerick

So sorry to hear of your family's great loss, David. I met your Dad on a couple of occasions during my journalism days and am delighted to report that his courtesy and vision passed on to the generations that followed him. Frank Mulrennan

Phyllis Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved husband.
Ethna and Vincent Reilly

Peter, Mrs MacNulty, David, Chris and families,
Very fond memories of Michael and adventures in and around Keady Galleon and beyond!
We're sorry we can't be with you tomorrow, but we'll be thinking of you all.
Suaimhneas sioraí go raibh aige!
Mark and Denise

Dear Phyllis,

My heartfelt sympathies to you on the sad loss of Michael. We have so many happy shared memories going back to when Dermot and I first met Michael and yourself and discovered we would be on honeymoon together in Lake Como.

Our children remember the lovely afternoons spent with your family in the beautiful gardens of Keady Galleon.

I hope that Michael can renew his friendship with Dermot in heaven.

Our sincere condolences to you, Peter, David and Christopher and remembering Stephen especially at this time.

Love from Bernadette Blunden and from Jennifer, Julie, John and Ilona.

Sincerest sympathy to Phyllis and all the family on the sad passing of Michael. We were so sorry to hear it. He was a wonderful person.

To David and all the McNulty family: So sorry to hear of the sad loss of your father, Lord rest him. I am in St. Vincent's Hospital, visiting a patient daily and I know the marvellous work they do. May his memory be a blessing.

Very Sorry to hear of your sad loss David.My sincere Condolences and sympathy to you and your family on your Father’s Passing. May his memories bring you comfort and peace and may he rest in peace.Kind regards,Neville

Condolence on the death of Michael Mac Nulty.
Sympathies to Phyllis and family.The late Michael Foley Ex.Hanover Tyres was a long ago friend.

David, so sorry to hear about your dad, you & your family are in our thoughts & prayers.

My condolences to David & all the MacNulty family on Michael’s sad passing. May he rest in peace.

To Phyllis and Family.

Please accept our deepest condolences on the sad passing of Michael.

We were terribly saddened to hear the news and have great memories of Marketing Society days.

Regrettably, it is not possible for us to attend the service tomorrow but please be assured we will be there in spirit.

Sincerely,

Frank & Sheilagh Young

Dear Mrs Mac Nulty and The Boys,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this Sad ,Difficult time .I shall light a Candle and say a prayer for Michael and the whole Family .Rest in Peace

The Kehoe family was very saddened to hear of the passing of Michael. Our deepest sympathies and prayers for Phyllis, Peter, David, Christopher and the entire Macnulty family.Michael was a one of a kind special person. Always full of life, energy and abundant enthusiasm. Michael meant so much to the entire Kehoe family. The friendship that existed between Michael and Bill Kehoe, Sr evolved into a very special relationship that transcended through all of the Kehoe's and all of the friends in Savannah that had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know Michael. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. May he rest in Peace.

Deepest sympathies to Mrs. Mac Nulty, Peter, David and Christopher. I am thinking of you at this time and the many fond memories I have of your husband and father. I remember him as a brilliant and kind gentleman.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam.

I am very sorry to learn of Michael's passing and send prayers and deepest sympathy to Phyllis, Peter, David, Christopher and extended family on their great loss. I had the pleasure of working with Michael during his time in Bord Failte where he was an enthusiastic and supportive leader, He was always a friendly, engaging gentleman to meet and will be greatly missed. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy on your dads passing Chris. We are thinking about you and Phylis and the rest of the family at this difficult time. Treasure the happy memories. May he rest in peace.

To Mrs MacNulty, Peter, Dave, Chris, and all the family. Sincere condolences to you all on the passing of your husband and Dad . From what I can see he did a sterling job on the men he reared, may he rest in peace.

Condolences to Phyllis, Peter, David and Christopher. We were not related but we shared a surname with the Mc/Mac spelled differently but we were colleagues and followed each other into the same job in developing Irish Tourism.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

Sincere condolences to you and your family dear Phylis on the passing of Michael. He truly was a wonderful, courteous, gentle man and it was a privilege to have enjoyed his leadership and encouragement when he was Director General of Bord Fáilte. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam.

My sympathies to Phylis, Peter, Dave and Chris. Michael has left a wonderful legacy through his sons - of whom he was so rightly proud - but also through his many contributions to Irish society. We are all the richer and better for his great presence.

Dear Phyllis, Peter, Dave, Chris and family,
I’m sorry for your loss. Michael was such a wonderful gentleman, so good and kind to me as a kid, as were you Phyllis, I alway loved going to your home as a kid, it was such a happy home. And you and Michael alway treated me as if I was one of your boys, so loving and so kind. Some of my best memories as a teenager were send at your home. I still often think of the happy times I spend with you and your wonderful family.
I believe Michael is now reunited with Stephen and they are both loveingly looking over us.
Love,
Brian

Deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences to Phyllis, David, Peter, Christopher and their families. I have many fond memories growing up of Michael and how warm and welcoming he made everyone feel visiting Keady Galleon. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

To Mrs MacNulty, Peter, Dave, Chris, and all the family, my deepest condolences. I always thought Michael & Phyllis the handsomest couple from when I first met them in my late teens, always lovely to see them, and all in our Belfield FC Ailesbury soccer team appreciated so much Michael's encouraging attendance at matches. Glad to say their sons are a credit to their parents, and my thoughts are with them at this difficult time.

Peter..I'm very saddened to hear of your huge loss.
My sincere and heart-felt condolences to 'you' and the entire Mc Nulty Family.
May your Dear Father 'Michael' Rest in Peace with Jesus. My thoughts and humble prayers are with you at this difficult time. 🙏
~ Dan

We were so very fond of Michael. He was a gentleman, a true light guiding his family, and exceedingly kind and generous with his time. He was loved by so many and will be terribly missed by us all.

To Phyllis and Family.
Sad to hear of Micheal's passing.
A strong and gentle man.