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FINNEGAN, Daniel (Dalkey, Co Dublin, born Ballinagh, Cavan) - A gentleman in his 96th year on April 9th, very peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Colleen, adored and cherished father of Donal, Neil, CathyAnne, Michelle, Peter, Alan and the late Paul. He is sadly missed by his family, daughters-in-law Anne-Marie, Maria, Ana, Jane, sons-in-law Howard and Shane, his loving grandchildren Richard, Killian, Katie, Dan, Peter, Maria, Mark, Aoibhín, Isobel, Seán, Tess, Tom and Sally, his nephews, nieces, sister-in-law Kathleen, extended family, customers and all the dedicated staff of Finnegan’s over his 53 years in business in Dalkey and his many friends. Reposing Wednesday (April 12th) at Quinn’s Funeral Home, Glastule from 4pm to 6pm. Removal Thursday (April 13th) to the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey, arriving for 11.30am Funeral Mass, which can be viewed online at www.churchservices.tv/dalkey followed by burial in Deansgrange Cemetery. May he rest in peace

HAUGHTON, Helen (née Crookshank), (Sandyford, Co. Dublin) - April 8 2023, passed away peacefully in the excellent care of the staff at The Fern Dean nursing home, Blackrock. Beloved wife for 69 years of Joe, and extraordinary mother of Jonathan, Anne, Robert and Jenny. She is greatly missed by her son-in-law Brian, daughters-in-law Debbie and Dominique, grandchildren Isabelle, Rebecca, Kate, Carolan, Ian, Sean, Phelie and Michael, and great-grandchildren Ciara, Arthur, Lara, and Dain. She will be cremated privately. A memorial meeting will be held at the Churchtown Quaker Meeting House, Lower Churchtown Road, on Thursday, April 13, at 11.00 am.

KAY, Frederick (Fred) (Killiney) - April 7th 2023, in his 90th year, peacefully, at Blainroe Lodge Nursing Home; husband of the late Maeve, much loved father of Robin and Susan, father-in-law of Pam, grandfather of Jenny and Jamie. Sadly missed by his extended family of nieces and nephews, Jamie’s wife Amy, Susan’s partner David and friends. Funeral Service on Thursday (April 13) at 11 am in Holy Trinity Church, Killiney, and afterwards to Mount Jerome Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to RNLI.

O'GALLIGAN, (Ard Muire, Lake Road, Cobh, Cork / Glenageary, Dublin) - On 6th April 2023, unexpectedly at The Mercy University Hospital, Cork Kenneth Henry (Late of Marine Transport Services Limited). Beloved and loving husband of Joan, proud father of Peter, Derek and Tracey, grandfather to Aidan, Emma, Elena, Christopher, Rosie and Sam, brother of Geraldine and the recently deceased Norman and dear uncle of Nigel, Karen and Sean. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his loving wife and family, sister-in-law Anita, brother-in-law Gerard, daughter-in-law Jackie, extended family, relatives and a wide circle of friends. May Ken Rest in Peace. Ken will repose at Cahill's Funeral Home, Newtown Rd. Cobh on today (Monday) April 10th from 5pm to 6pm. Ken's funeral service will take place on tomorrow (Tuesday) April 11th at Christ Church Rushbrooke, Cobh at 12 noon, followed by burial in St. Lappan's Cemetery Little Island.

CALLALY, Aiden John - On 8th April 2023, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in Blackrock Hospice following an illness borne with fortitude and courage. Much loved son of Peg and the late Gerry and brother of Geraldine, Susan, Sharon, Damien, Colm and Finbarr. Deeply regretted by his aunt Maura (godmother), Nellie and Fr Con (CSSR). Sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, godchildren, sisters-in-law, brothers-in- law and his many friends. Reposing today (Monday) (April 10th) at Massey Bros. Funeral Home Blackrock, Newtownpark Ave A94 X308 from 5pm – 7pm. Funeral Mass tomorrow (Tuesday) at 10am in the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock, followed by cremation at Mount Jerome, Harold’s Cross, Garden Chapel at 12:45pm. “Shine on you crazy diamond”

O'DONOGHUE, (Blackrock, Co. Dublin) - April 6, 2023 (peacefully), in the kind care of all the staff in the Blackrock Hospice. Aileen, beloved wife of Alan Kelly, loving and devoted mother of Ellen and Mia. Sadly missed by her husband, daughters, heartbroken parents Joseph and Margaret her sisters Mary, Bridget, Anne and Angela, Father and Mother-in-law, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and a wide circle of friends, especially Daisy and Neemills (her favourite). Removal tomorrow (Tuesday) to St. Philip & St. James Church, Cross Avenue, Blackrock arriving for 11am Funeral Service followed by a private cremation.

KILRAINE, Patricia (Patsy) Kilraine (neé Toolan), (Taylor's Hill, Galway, formerly Oranmore Co. Galway and Ballyhaunis Co. Mayo) - Patsy passed away peacefully at University Hospital Galway, following a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Seán, baby Madeleine, brothers Jackie and JP and sister Marguerite (Peg). Sadly missed by her children Mary, John, Anne and Paul, sister Maureen (Quinn, Ballinasloe), son-in-law John (Hannon), sisters-in-law Hilda, Mary (Lennon) and Peggy, brother-in-law Séamus, grandchildren Jessica, Eoghan, Méadhbh, Saoirse and Madeleine, her nephews and nieces, extended family and friends. Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Patsy today (Monday), at 12 noon at the Church of Christ the King, Salthill and following Mass she will be laid to rest in the family grave in Oranmore village cemetery. House strictly private, please, thank you. Re-united, together again, May they rest in peace

DEMPSEY, Dr. Brendan C. (Milltown, Dublin and late of Swords, Co. Dublin) - April 6th 2023, very peacefully in the exceptional care of the Doctors, nurses and staff at The Royal Hospital, Donnybrook. Dearly loved husband of Eimir, cherished and admired father of Conor, Jeremiah, Brendan and Greta. He is sadly missed by his brother Gerry (pre-deceased by his brothers Paddy and Aidan), daughters-in-law Jean, Sue and Andrea, son-in-law Alan, grandchildren Laura, Shane, Sarah-Jane, Harry, and Georgia, Eve, Tom, Faye, Joe and Billy, Rachel, Isabel and Natasha. Mourned by his sisters-in-law Deirdre and Helen, brother-in-law Peter, nephews, nieces, extended family, friends and former colleagues and patients. Rest in Peace. Reposing at Fanagans Funeral Home, Monkstown on Monday (10th April) from 3-5 pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday (11th April) at 11.00 am in Church of the Assumption, Booterstown Avenue, followed by burial in Deansgrange Cemetery. For those who wish to follow the Mass online please go to the link: https://booterstownparish.ie/ A sartorial touch of green is encouraged. “I know that my Redeemer liveth”

CAPRANI, Irene (Muriel) (née Hallen), (late of Ayrfield, Dublin 13), April 4, 2023, passed peacefully at Beaumont Hospital, after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Harry; beloved Mom of Philip, Linda and David, beloved Nannie of Rachel, Emma, Naomi, Ashley, Marc, Sharee and Hayley, beloved GG of Alex, Harry, Joe, Zara, Ashwin, Hannah and Eli, beloved Mum-in-law of Peggy, Stuart and Bernie and Grand-mum-in-law of Mary, Chris, Aran, Alan, Ciara, Paddy and Eamon. Deeply loved and missed by her extended family and friends. Reposing at her home today (Monday) between 5.00pm and 7.00pm. Funeral Service tomorrow (Tuesday) morning at 11.00am in St John the Evangelist Church, Tonlegee Road and afterwards to Glasnevin Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Beaumont Hospital. "Safe in the Arms of Jesus." "Peace, perfect peace."

NEARY, Anne M. (née Loughran) (Fair Street, Drogheda, Co. Louth) April 3, 2023. Peacefully at her home in her 100th year surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Dr. Peter Neary, her eldest son Peter and brother Pat. Sadly missed by her children John, Sheila and Paul, daughters-in-law, son in law, 12 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, brother Jim, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Reposing at Townley’s Funeral Home, Crosslanes, (A92XN75) from 3.00 o’clock until 5.00 o’clock today (Monday) . Funeral Mass tomorrow (Tuesday) at 12.00 noon in St. Peter’s Church, West Street, Drogheda can be viewed on www.saintpetersdrogheda.ie Burial afterwards in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Family flowers only please. May she Rest In Peace.