The political and business life of Waterford city is shocked by the sudden death today (Tuesday) of Gary Wyse, a Fianna Fail member of the City Council and owner of Classic Carpets, O’Connell Street.

A native of St. john’s Park he resided at The Village, Ballygunner with his wife Michelle, three sons and a daughter. He was elected to the City Council at his first attempt in 2009 and was the only Fianna Fail member of the Council.

Tributes have been led by the Mayor, Cllr.John Cummins and City Manager, Michael Walsh.