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18 Dec 2025

Tipperary Garda College stalwarts retire after almost 50 years of service

Buddy Guerin and Carmel Lynagh have announced their retirements

Tipperary Garda College stalwarts retire  after almost 50 years of service

Two stalwarts of the Garda College in Templemore have retired in recent weeks and the community of Templemore wish them every success.

Buddy Guerins and Carmel Lynagh have both given 46 years service to the state, and the community wishes them every success in their well-earned retirement.

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Carmel’s remarkable career included time in Dublin, Templemore Garda Station, and an extraordinary 30 years at the Garda College, where she made a lasting impact on generations of college staff and gardaí.

Her unwavering commitment, professionalism, and kindness have left a mark on everyone fortunate enough to work with her.

The Templemore community wishes her all the very best in this next chapter.

May it be filled with health, happiness, and well-deserved relaxation, they add.

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Buddy Guerin was instrumental in keeping the college looking its best, often hailed as "Michelangelo" for his incredible painting skills.

They also wish him and his family all the very best in his well-earned retirement.

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