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McDONNELL, Sean (Rialto and Clontarf, late of the Law Society of Ireland and Royal Dublin Golf Club) on 21st July 2025 at St. Francis Hospice, Raheny; Beloved husband of the late Deirdre and loving dad of Ronan, Fionnuala and Aideen. Sadly missed by his loving family, brothers Des and Ciarán, daughter-in-law Ciara, sons-in-law Stuart and Paul, grandchildren Naoise, Ruarc, Breana and Senan, uncle Eamonn, sisters-in-law Iris, Caitríona and Geraldine, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. Reposing in the Fanagan Kirwan Funeral Home, Fairview Strand, tomorrow (Friday 25th July) from 5pm to 7pm. Requiem Mass on Saturday (26th July) at 10am in St. John the Baptist Church, Clontarf Road, followed by burial in St. Fintan’s Cemetery, Sutton. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to the Irish Cancer Society.

BOLES, Robin (Kilmacanogue, Co.Wicklow) Having entered his 91st year, the Lord called Robin home on Saturday, the 19th July, 2025. Robin will be deeply missed by his beloved wife Margaret, his children Wendy and Peter, their partners, his stepchildren, and grandchildren and their partners, and his cherished great-grandchild. He is also lovingly remembered by his brothers and their families, his neighbours, and a wide circle of friends both near and far. A life well lived, a heart well loved – Robin’s presence will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. A private cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Robin’s Life will take place on Saturday 26th July at 2.30pm in Dun Laoghaire Evangelical Church, Lr. Glenageary Road, A96 F6TO.

CANNING, (nee Regan) Anne, The Manor, Edenderry, Co. Offaly and late of Rathfarnham, Dublin - July 19, 2025 (peacefully but unexpectedly) at home. Predeceased by her husband Sean. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving family: sisters Frances (Byatt-Smith), Marion (O'Driscoll) and Martina (McKenna), brothers-in-law John and Anthony, sister-in-law Amelda, nephews and nieces Jack, Niall, Regan, Fiona, Peter, Nicholas and Iain, grandnieces and grandnephews Emily, Ava, Annie, William and Rowan, extended family, relatives and friends. Reposing at Larkin's Funeral Home, Edenderry tomorrow (Friday) from 11:00am to 12 noon, followed by removal at 12:45 pm arriving to Mount Jerome Crematorium for cremation at 2:30pm in The Victorian Chapel. The family would like to give a special thank you to her friend Bridget for her kind care and compassion. May her gentle soul rest in peace

RYAN, (née O'Sullivan) Eilis. The death has occurred of Eilis Ryan (née O’Sullivan) Ranelagh, Dublin 21st July 2025. She passed away peacefully, after a joyful and inspiring life, surrounded by her loving family and in the care of the exceptional staff of Blackrock Clinic. Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Conor and son Dwyer. Much-loved mother of Lisa, Barry, and Karin. Very sadly missed by sons-in-law Laurent and Mark, cherished grandchildren Lena, Barra, Niko, Killian, and Dylan, brothers Diarmuid, Karl, and Barry, sisters-in-law Rosi and Marie, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours. Pre-deceased by her brothers Colm and Eoin, sister Karin and sister-in-law Maureen. Reposing at home, Thursday evening (24th July), from 4pm to 6pm. Removal on Friday morning (25th July) to the Church of the Holy Name, Beechwood Avenue for Mass at 12pm followed by burial in Kilmashogue Cemetery. Family encourages everyone to wear one splash of colour to the Funeral Mass. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to Women’s Aid. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis

KINGSTON, (née Kelly) – Aherlow, Tipperary & formerly Kingston’s Shoes, Main Street, Tipperary Town – 21st July 2025 – peacefully in the tender care of Cluain Arann Nursing Unit, Tipperary Town - MARGARET – (pre-deceased by her brothers Brian & Jack) - Deeply regretted by her loving husband Billy, sons David & Ken, daughters-in-law Diane & Emma, grand-children Craig, Alex & Charlie, sister-in-law Anne, nephews Mark, Fintan, Brendan, Damian & Myles, nieces Alison, Sue & Janet, extended family, relatives, neighbours & friends. May Margaret Rest in Peace. Reposing at Fogarty’s Funeral Home, Blind Street, Tipperary (E34VX40) this Thursday (24th July) from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. Funeral Service at 11.30am Friday at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, Tipperary Town followed by burial in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Tipperary. Margaret’s Funeral Service may be viewed online https://www.premvideo.com/margaret-kingston/

GOUGH, Noel, Blackrock, Co. Dublin. Peacefully, in his 90th year, surrounded by his loving family and in the exceptional care of the staff at both The Blackrock Clinic and The Blackrock Hospice in his final days. Predeceased by his beloved wife Áine. Deeply missed by his children Paul, Hilary, David and Alan, his much-loved grandchildren; Lucy, Emma, Laura, Rachel, Harry, Robyn, Sophie, Grace, Richard and Ruairí, daughters-in-law Maol Íosa and Cliona, son-in-law Ray, and his close family friend Margaret Canavan, sister-in-law Nuala Kavanagh and brother-in-law Paddy O’Kelly. Fondly remembered by his extended family and wide and wonderful circle of friends. Reposing at his home tomorrow Thursday 24th July from 5pm – 7pm. Funeral Mass will be held at the Church of St. John the Baptist, Blackrock (A94YP08), on Friday 25th July at 10am, followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to The Irish Cancer Society. All enquiries to Massey Bros. Blackrock (01) 2804454 Forever remembered with love and gratitude.

PHAYRE, Robert Andrew (Rob) (Glenageary, Co. Dublin) - Ann, Karen, Janice and Stephen are heartbroken to announce the death of their beloved husband and dad, Rob (Bob), on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, in the wonderful care of Blackrock Hospice, following a long illness, surrounded by his loving family. Rob will be hugely missed by his treasured grandchildren — Richard, James, Elle, Benjamin, and Jane — Elle’s partner, David; sons-in-law, Kilian and Rob; daughter-in-law, Allison; his beloved Belle; and his extended family, neighbours, and many friends. Rob will be reposing in Carnegies Funeral Home, Monkstown on Saturday, July 26th, from 1pm to 3pm. Private cremation will take place at a later date. House strictly private.

MONAGHAN, Seán Riversdale House, Athenry, Co. Galway, (formerly Arklow) July 21st 2025, peacefully in the gentle care of the staff of University Hospital, Galway, with his family by his side. Beloved son of Norrie and the late Derry Monaghan. Seán will be sadly missed by his siblings Mary, Marcella, Helen, Jacqueline, Anne, Dermot and Domnic; his in-laws Seán Geeney, Seán Newell, David Kelly, and Sinéad Deely; his nephews and nieces, Manolis, Stella, Seán, Derry, Emmanouella, Fionnuala, Cathal, Aoife, Diarmuid, Cian and Éalga; Grand nephews and nieces, as well as extended family and friends. Reposing at Gardner’s Funeral Home, Athenry, (H65 EV80) Wednesday July 23rd. from 5:00pm, removal at 7:00pm to the Church of the Assumption, Athenry, (H91 PV27). Requiem Mass on Thursday 24th July at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in the New Cemetery, Athenry. Donations if desired, will be gratefully appreciated by Cancer Care West. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

FEIGHAN, (nee Slemon) (Kill, Co. Kildare and formerly of Ballyroan, Dublin 16) - July 21, 2025, (peacefully), surrounded by her loving family, in the care of the wonderful staff at Naas General Hospital, Mary, beloved wife of the late Ernie and dear mother of Thérèse, Bill, Anne and Brian; Sadly missed by her loving sons, daughters, son-in-law Johann, daughters-in-law Marie and Helen, sisters-in-law Mary and Pat, grandchildren Matthew and his wife Rachael, Sarah-Marie, Chris, Amy, Hannah, Naomi, Jack, Sam and Danny, great-grandchildren Jamie and Faye, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposing on Thursday from 5 o’c to 7 o’c at Murphy Brothers Funeral Home, Church Lane, Naas, W91 VY71. Removal on Friday to St. Brigid’s Church, Kill arriving for 10 o’c Mass. Funeral immediately afterwards to St. Corban’s Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Enquiries to Murphy Brothers Funeral Directors Church Lane, Naas Ph: 045 897397. The Funeral Mass can be viewed by clicking on the following link: https://www.churchmedia.tv/test “Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a h-Anam Dílis”

FENNELL, (nee Northridge) Barbara, Crossneen House, Springhill Road, Carlow, July 19th 2025 peacefully at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Bruce and much loved mother of Nichola. Sadly missed by her loving husband, daughter, sister Jean, brothers Robert, John and David, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Funeral Service tomorrow (Wednesday) at 2pm in Killeshin Parish Church, Portlaoise Road, Carlow R93 EC84 followed by private cremation. Family flowers only, please. Donations in her memory to RNLI