The Irish vintage movement lost one of its greatest stalwarts with the recent death of Martin Bergin following a period of illness. Martin was the quiet determined man who drove on the success of the Irish Vintage Engine and Tractor Association (IVETA) to what it is today.
Martin, who came from Donaghmore, Co Laois, was a dynamic force in a most practical and unpretentious way, behind the successful growth of IVETA from a small association to the one with the largest membership in Europe of over 8,000 vintage subscribers.
He worked hard to create the special vintage insurance arrangements that have stood the test of time and have allowed so many vintage tractor road runs to be successful.
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With foresight, he secured the Swallow’s Quarter mill and buildings from dereliction in his native Donaghmore and oversaw its transfer to IVETA as a national centre.
Martin was truly one of Ireland’s quiet national heroes who worked hard for no personal gain, to support others with advice and encouragement while creating a national vintage movement through his selfless dedication and hard work. We owe him a debt of gratitude for his integrity and for his example for the future.
To Martin’s wife Mary and his family Pat, Liam and John, we extend our deepest sympathy.
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The Irish vintage movement lost one of its greatest stalwarts with the recent death of Martin Bergin following a period of illness. Martin was the quiet determined man who drove on the success of the Irish Vintage Engine and Tractor Association (IVETA) to what it is today.
Martin, who came from Donaghmore, Co Laois, was a dynamic force in a most practical and unpretentious way, behind the successful growth of IVETA from a small association to the one with the largest membership in Europe of over 8,000 vintage subscribers.
He worked hard to create the special vintage insurance arrangements that have stood the test of time and have allowed so many vintage tractor road runs to be successful.
With foresight, he secured the Swallow’s Quarter mill and buildings from dereliction in his native Donaghmore and oversaw its transfer to IVETA as a national centre.
Martin was truly one of Ireland’s quiet national heroes who worked hard for no personal gain, to support others with advice and encouragement while creating a national vintage movement through his selfless dedication and hard work. We owe him a debt of gratitude for his integrity and for his example for the future.
To Martin’s wife Mary and his family Pat, Liam and John, we extend our deepest sympathy.
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