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CONNAUGHTON-DEENY, Síle, (late of Blackrock, Co. Dublin). Daughter of the late Bill and Bridget Connaughton and widow of Arthur Deeny. Much loved and sadly missed by her daughters Leda, Shaula and Cordaella, sons-in-law, grandsons, granddaughter and friends. A Humanist service will be held at 1.45 pm on Saturday May 27, 2023 in the Victorian Chapel at Mount Jerome, Harolds Cross, Dublin 6W. Family flowers only please.

O'REILLY, Phelim (Clontarf, Dublin): (formerly of RTE), On May 21, 2023, peacefully, in his 95th year, in the presence of his loving family and in the tender loving care of the staff at Beaumont Residential Care, devoted husband and soul-mate of Máire (née Cummins), much loved father of Eoin, Kate (O’Connor) and the late Phelim, proud grandfather of Anne-Marie, Bernie, Martin, Emily, Caoimhe and Sam and great-grandfather of Joel and Finn. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife and family, daughters-in-law Anne and Nunce, son-in-law Brian, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. Reposing at the Temple Hill Funeral Home, Boreenmanna Road of Jerh. O’Connor Ltd: today (Tuesday) from 4.00pm to 5.00pm. Requiem Mass at 11.00am tomorrow (Wednesday) in the Church of the Incarnation, Frankfield Requiem Mass at 12.00 noon on Thursday (May 25) in St. Anthony’s Church, Clontarf, Dublin Funeral afterwards to St. Fintan’s Cemetery, Sutton, Fingal, Dublin. Family flowers only, please. Donations to the Irish Cancer Society. “Leaba i measc na Naomh dó”

GALLAGHER, Joseph (Joe) (late of Drumcondra and formerly Bord Fáilte (Fáilte Ireland) and Commandant AR MP) – May 22, 2023 (peacefully) in the wonderful care of the doctors, nurses and staff of the Mater Hospital, after a short illness. Loving son of the late William (Dick) and Nurse Muriel. Deeply regretted and very sadly missed by his cousins, in particular Thomas (Toddy), Eileen and family, his extended family, neighbours, many friends, especially his life-long friends Paddy (O’Neill) and Clive (Brooks), former work colleagues and comrades. Reposing at the Kirwan Funeral Home, Fairview Strand, tomorrow (Wednesday) evening with a Gathering of Family and Friends from 5.00 o’clock to 7.00 o’clock. All welcome. Removal on Thursday morning (May 25) to St. Columba’s Church, Iona Road, arriving for 11.30 o’clock Requiem Mass, with Funeral thereafter to Glasnevin Cemetery. For live-streaming, please visit the Iona Road Parish website. May he Rest in Peace.

YOUNG, Mervyn Samuel (Killiney, Co. Dublin) May 20, 2023. Very peacefully after a brief illness, in the care of the staff at SVPH. Beloved husband of recently deceased Joyce, and devoted dad of Paul Rachel and Geoff. He will be sadly missed by his children; Paul’s partner Sarah, son-in-law Ed, daughter-in-law Carmel; his grandchildren Chantelle, Tim (and Aisling), Andrew (and Rebecca), Stephen (and Kaitlyn), Aoife, Ciara, Mark and Dervla; great-grandchildren Beauden and Kingsley; Sandra and Catherine; sister Ruth; brother-in-law Derek, sister-in-law Hazel; nieces, nephew, extended family and friends. A Service of Thanksgiving will take place tomorrow (Wednesday) at 11.00am in Dun Laoghaire Evangelical Church, Lower Glenageary Road followed by burial in St. Kieran's Cemetery, Kilkenny (due 3.30pm approx.). For those who cannot attend, the Service can be viewed using the following link: www.dec.ie/online-service. Family flowers only please. Gifts if desired, to the Blood Transfusion Service. "To be with Christ, which is better by far"

DEMPSEY, Patrick Joseph (Pat), (Dalkey, Co. Dublin), May 20, 2023. Peacefully in his 96th year, in the presence of his family and in the loving care of the sisters and staff of Our Lady’s Manor, Dalkey. Formerly of Dempsey Brothers, Monkstown and Dun Laoghaire. Beloved and cherished husband of Mary; most dearly loved and loving father of Ivan, Erica, Odette, Elizabeth, Jane and Patrick; treasured father-in-law of Katherine, Marc, Clodagh, John and Tim; beloved grandad of Katy, Patrick, Jack, Lucy, Seán, Jessica, Mèlanie, Louis, Daniel (RIP) and Alexander; loving great-grandfather of Elisabeth, George, Ted and Annie; sadly mourned by his adored nieces and nephews, relatives and wide circle of friends. Reposing tomorrow (Wednesday) from 5.00pm to 7.00pm in Carnegie’s Funeral Home, Monkstown (A94 XK28). Funeral Mass on Thursday, (May 25) at 10.00 am in the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey followed by burial at Shanganagh Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the National Council for the Blind of Ireland. Pat’s wife Mary and family express their sincere appreciation for your kindness and friendship. May he Rest in Peace.