About Peter Kelly
Lived 1944 – 2019 (aged 74). Peter Kelly was an Irish politician and funeral director.
Peter Kelly (17 August 1944 – 2 January 2019) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician. He was a Teachta Dála (TD) from 2002 to 2011.
Biography Previously a funeral director and publican, Kelly was elected to Dáil Éireann for the Longford–Roscommon constituency at the 2002 general election. He was re-elected at the 2007 general election for the new Longford–Westmeath constituency. He was a member of Longford County Council from 1985 to 2003, and also previously served on Longford Town Council.
He lost his seat at the 2011 general election.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Peter Kelly?
Irish Fianna Fáil politician (1944-2019)
When was Peter Kelly born?
Peter Kelly was born on 17 August 1944 in Castlepollard (County Westmeath).
When did Peter Kelly die?
Peter Kelly died on 2 January 2019 in Dublin.
What was Peter Kelly's occupation?
Peter Kelly was a politician and funeral director.
What nationality was Peter Kelly?
Peter Kelly was Irish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Peter Kelly (Irish politician)
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