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SMITH - (née McConnell) – Winifred Audrey (Sandymount, Dublin 4), 29th August, 2026, peacefully, in her 95th year, surrounded by love, after a long life well lived, beloved wife of the late Roy, much loved and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her children and their families – Philip, Shirley, James, Matthew, Jessica and Caroline (Sandymount); Peter, Deirdre, Stephen, David and Andrew (Killiney); Olwen & Brian (Galway); Nigel (also Sandymount) and an enduring circle of extended family & friends. Winifred was blessed with great love, care and support from her close family and from Amanda, Marie, Sharon and team at Margaretholme, Sandymount. In line with her wishes, a Private Family Cremation Service has taken place. Donations if desired to Christ Church Sandymount.

Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens and I will give you rest.

Matthew, Chapter 11, Verse 28.

CUNNINGHAM - Michael (Dundrum, Dublin, formerly and proudly of Newbridge, Co. Galway). Peacefully, at home on 28th August 2026, surrounded by his loving family, after a long life well lived and enjoyed. Predeceased by his son Michael, parents Dodie and Michael, and his five brothers. Forever loved and missed by his beloved wife Maree and his children Mark and Trevor, daughter-in-law Deirdre, his treasured grandchildren Mia and Sam, sisters in law, nieces and nephews. Very sadly missed by his extended family, friends and neighbours. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace. Michael will repose at Fanagans Funeral Home, Dundrum from 5pm to 7pm on Tuesday 1st September. Funeral Mass to take place in the Church of the Holy Cross, Dundrum at 10:30am on Wednesday followed by burial at Esker Cemetery, Lucan, Co. Dublin. Donations if desired to Blackrock Hospice.

MOORE - (Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin) August 29, in the kind care of the wonderful staff of Our Lady Hospice Blackrock. Jim (James) beloved husband of Breege, loving father of Martin, Dermot and James. Sadly missed by his wife, sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, sister and brother, extended family and friends. Remembering also his late brothers Tony and John. Reposing Tuesday, September 1 in Fanagans Carnegies Funeral Home in Monkstown from 5pm-7pm. Removal Wednesday, September 2 to Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Johnstown/Killiney arriving for a 10am Funeral Mass which can be viewed on at www.churchservices.tv/johnstown ourlady followed by cremation in Mount Jerome Crematorium. No flowers please, donations if desired to Blackrock Hospice.

McGUINNESS - Brendan, of Clonmel, Co Tipperary, formerly managing director of Bulmers Ireland, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family at St James's Hospital, Dublin on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Predeceased by his sister Geraldine. Adored husband of Bernadette (Mac) McGuinness, wonderful and caring Dad to Paula, Brian and Ruth, devoted Grandad to Rory, Katie, Sean, James and Chloe. Always inspiring, Brendan will be sadly missed by his loving wife, son, daughters, grandchildren, daughter-in-law Michelle, son-in-law Cormac, brother Malachy, and all who came in contact with him over the years. Brendan will be missed by his extended family and relatives, his neighbours and many friends, and his former colleagues. May he rest in peace.

Requiem Mass takes place today Monday, August 31 in Ss Peter and Paul's Church, Clonmel (E91 YY01) at 1 o'clock, followed by a private burial in Dublin on Tuesday, September 1. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Parkinson's Ireland.

McGUINNESS - Brendan, Clonmel, County Tipperary, formerly Managing Director of Bulmer's Ireland, died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at St. James's Hospital, Dublin, August 27th, 2026. Predeceased by his sister Geraldine. Adored husband of Bernadette (Mac) McGuinness, wonderful and caring dad to Paula, Brian and Ruth, devoted grandad to Rory, Katie, Sean, James and Chloe. Always inspiring Brendan will be sadly missed by his loving wife, son, daughters, grandchildren, daughter-in-law Michelle, son-in-law Cormac, brother Malachy, and all who came in contact with him over the years. Funeral arrangements later.

O'DWYER - Olivia (Libby) Terenure, 26th August 2026 (peacefully) at St Vincent’s Hospital. Olivia will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her sister Mary Lannen, brother Dermot, her in-law's Killian and Ollie, nieces and nephews Stephen, Caitriona, Nicola, Killian, Robert, Richard and Rachael and their partners, much-loved grandnieces and grandnephews, neighbours, former colleagues and a wide circle of family and friends. Predeceased by loving mother and father, Nellie and Michael, and nephew Ruairi Lannen. Reposing at her home tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon from 5pm to 7pm. House private outside of these hours. Removal on (Monday) morning to Terenure College Chapel arriving for Funeral Mass at 10.30am with committal prayers at 1pm in the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome, Harold's Cross. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to LauraLynn.

Rest in peace.

HUGHES - Anne (née Doran) Athlunkard Ave, Shannon Banks, Corbally, Limerick. The death has occurred of Anne Hughes, 27th August 2026, peacefully, in the wonderful care of the staff in Mount Hybla Nursing Home, Farmleigh Woods, Dublin. Late Limerick and formerly Wexford. Predeceased by her beloved husband Alfie, sons Brian and Eunan, sisters Bernadette and Molly, and brothers James, Peter and Nick. Deeply regretted and lovingly remembered by her children Áine and Peter, son-in-law Bernard, daughter-in-law Audrey, grand-children Ryan, Caoimhe, Brian and Shane (and his fiancée Roseanne), sisters Nancy, Breda, Francis, Betty and Cathy, extended family, neighbours and friends. Anne will repose in Mc Mahon's Funeral home Blackwater on tomorrow (Sunday) from 3pm to 4:30pm followed by Removal to St. Nicholas Church Westbury. Funeral Mass on Monday 31st August at 11am followed by burial afterwards in St. Nessan's Cemetery Mungret.

May Anne's gentle soul Rest in Peace.

PLUNKETT - David (Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin) – 18th August 2026 peacefully after a long illness borne with remarkable courage and dignity in the wonderful care of Blackrock Hospice, surrounded by his heartbroken family. Deeply loved by his wife Karen and his adoring and devoted sons Darragh and Murray. David will be sadly missed by his brother Fergus, and sister Aideen (Cullen), predeceased by his parents Katherine and Edgar, and brother Paul. Fondly remembered and much loved by his brothers-in-law Chris and Tom and sisters-in-law Mary, Maureen and Nuala, nephews, nieces and extended family. David will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his wonderful friends, neighbours and extended family who were a huge support, throughout his illness. The family wish to express their heartfelt thanks to Prof Grogan and Oncology Team in Beaumont Hospital, Dr Fergus Mason and all staff in Johnstown Medical Centre and his home carer Valerie. Our deepest gratitude to each and every one in Blackrock Hospice for the exceptional care and compassion shown to David over the past number of weeks. A private funeral has taken place at David’s request.

Carpe Diem

David lived life to the full

May he Rest in Peace.

“And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow”

CASEY -

Patrick J. (Blackrock, Co. Dublin) 26th August 2026. Peacefully under the care of the cardiac team at St James’s Hospital. Beloved husband of Eileen, much loved father of John and Lydia and adored grandfather of Indy. Patrick will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his family, relatives, friends and all who knew him. Patrick will repose at Fanagans Funeral Home, Monkstown today (Monday) from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Funeral Mass tomorrow (Tuesday) at 10.00am in the Church of the Guardian Angels, Newtownpark Avenue.

May he rest in peace.

FORREST -

Frank Foxrock, Dublin and late of Cork, 27th August 2026 (peacefully) surrounded by his heartbroken family, under the wonderful care of the oncology team at the Beacon Hospital.

Dearly loved husband of Daphne and cherished father of Jane, Mark and David. He will be very sadly missed by his family, his brother Seán and his sister Rosemary, daughters-in-law Annie and Gráinne; adored grandad and papa to Ben, Johnny, Will, Tom and Alex, brother-in-law, nephews niece, extended family, many friends and colleagues. Rest in Peace.

Reposing today (Saturday) afternoon in Fanagans Carnegies Funeral Home Monkstown from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm. Removal on Monday morning to Sacred Heart Church, Donnybrook for Funeral Mass at 11.00 am followed by cremation at the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome.