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COPSEY, Roger John (Cabinteely, Dublin 18 and formerly of London, England) – November 21, 2023, peacefully, aged 79 years, in the wonderful care of the Blackrock Hospice Team. Loving husband of Pauline, much loved father of Russ and Gayle, father-in-law of Shirley and David, adored grandfather of Cara, Sam, Natalie and Seán and brother of Sandra (Australia) and the late Barbara (New Zealand). Sadly missed by all his family, relatives, wide circle of friends, colleagues and members at Killiney Golf Club. A Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving will take place tomorrow (Tuesday) at 11.00am in Dun Laoghaire Evangelical Church. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Blackrock Hospice, www.olh.ie. Cremation has taken place privately.

ROWLETTE, Elizabeth (Liz) (Sandymount and Sligo) – November 19, 2023, peacefully, in the wonderful care of Wicklow Hospice. Daughter of the late Matthew and Kathleen. She will be sadly missed by her brothers Ted, Matt and Robert, sisters-in-law Mary, Janet and Ailbhe, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and by a wide circle of friends. Liz’s funeral has taken place privately at her own request. May she rest in peace

McDONNELL, Ross Alexander (44 years) (Howth, Co. Dublin and New York, U.S.A.) unexpectedly, on November 5, 2023, much loved son of Maureen and Nicky, beloved brother of Louise and cherished uncle of Eva. He will be very sadly missed by his loving parents, sister, niece, aunt, uncles, cousins, extended family and his many dear friends, LJ, and also his colleagues in Ireland, U.S.A. and around the World. House Private Please. A memorial service for Ross will take place at a later date. "Rest In Peace"

McCLELLAND, (nee Hunter) Julie (1951-2023). The McClelland and extended Hunter family are saddened to announce the death of Julie McClelland on November 20, 2023, after a short illness, surrounded by her children. Julie, beloved wife of the late Colin, much-loved mother of Lauren, Peter and Fiona and loving Grannie to Harry, Lucy, Angus, Finn, Alex and baby Emma. She will be greatly missed by her daughter-in-law Morag, sons-in-law Richard and Neil, brothers and sisters Jane, Christine, Jimmy, the late Maria, John and Stephen, all of her nieces and nephews, wide family circle and many friends. Julie’s funeral service will take place on Friday, December 1 at St Brigid’s Church, Derryvolgie Avenue at 9:30am, followed by burial at Holy Cross Church, Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal at approximately 3pm. A reception with refreshments to follow at the Shandon Hotel, Marble Hill, Co. Donegal. Family flowers only please. Donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Society NI 30 Skegoneill Street, Belfast, BT15 3JP or online at www.okanesfunerals.co.uk. In memory of Julie’s late husband Colin.

HAYES, Dr Liam (Belleville, Ontario. Canada and Westfields, Limerick) - November 3rd 2023. Peacefully after a long illness. Deeply missed by his loving wife Erica, sons Daragh and Brian, daughters-in-law Yuki and Elizabeth, grandson Liam. Predeceased by his parents, sisters Una and the recently deceased Mairead, brother Sean and nephew Tommy. Sadly missed by his sister Maura, brothers Padraig, Michael and Tom, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, family and friends. A Celebration of Life was held by his family in Belleville.

SHACKLETON, Mary (Nee Chaloner) (of Lucan, Co. Dublin) - November 22nd 2023, peacefully, at her home. Beloved wife of the late Dick Shackleton. Sadly missed by her relatives and friends R.I.P. Mary’s Funeral Service will take place in Lucan Presbyterian Church on Wednesday (29th November) at 11am, followed by interment in Clonsilla Churchyard.

KAVANAGH, Peter (Dunbur Glen, Wicklow) (ex Irish Shipping and NET Arklow) - Passed away peacefully at St. Columcille's Hospital, Loughlinstown on 22nd November, 2023, surrounded by his adoring family. Sadly missed by his wife of 61 years Marie, sons Peter, Andy, Brendan, and Tommy, wives and partners, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, extended family, relatives and friends. R.I.P. Peter will be reposing at McCrea's Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Wicklow Town (A67E003) on (Friday) evening from 5.00pm to 8.00pm. Removal Saturday morning to Church of the Most Holy Rosary, Ashford, arriving for 10.00am Funeral Mass, followed by interment in Rathnew Cemetery.

LANE, David Thomas (The Bay, Camolin, Co. Wexford and formerly of Ballygriffin, Arklow, Co. Wicklow) - Died November 22, 2023. Beloved husband of Diana, much loved father of Sharon, Helen, Olwyn and Desmond, son of the late David and Susan and brother of Olive and Margaret. Deeply regretted by his loving wife, son, daughters, sisters, grandchildren Craig, Lauryn, Ross, Megan, Sophie, Louise, William and Hannah, sons-in-law Clive and Philip, brothers-in-law John and Gordon, sister-in-law Dorothy, much loved nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbours. David will be reposing at his residence (eircode Y21WP74) today (Friday) from 5.00pm to 8.00pm and again tomorrow (Saturday) from 4.00pm to 8.00pm. Funeral service on (Sunday) at 2.00pm in St. Edan's Cathedral, Ferns, followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. House private on Sunday, please. "Safe in the Arms of Jesus"

ENRIGHT, Cora (née Toal) (Terenure, Dublin 12) - 22nd November 2023, peacefully in the gentle care of the staff in Meadow View, Peamount. Predeceased by her beloved husband Donal. Much loved and greatly missed by her sons and daughters Donal, Mary, Bernard, Helen and Anne, daughters- and sons-in-law Gaye, Catherine, Ken and Martin, grandchildren Shane, Matthew, Stephen, John, Laura, Hugh, Ian, Katherine, Rachel and Lorcan, great- grandchildren Emily, Oscar, Leo, Eric, Eoghan and Phoebe, her niece and her nephews. Reposing at her home today (Friday) from 6pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass in Kimmage Manor Church, Whitehall Road, D12 WP44, at 10am tomorrow (Saturday) morning, followed by private cremation. "Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis"