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MURRAY, (Rathcoole, Co. Dublin and formerly of Rindifin, Gort, Co. Galway) October 5, 2021 (peacefully), Jim (James), beloved husband of the late June and dear father of Fionnuala, Úna, Deirdre, Liam and the late Jimmy. Predeceased by his brothers John and Joe, his infant sister Mary and his nephews Gerard and Paul. Sadly missed by his loving family, his grandchildren Éabha, Laoise, Aifric, Déithín, Fionnán and Réiltín, his sons-in-law Brendan, Kieran and Diarmaid, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. R.I.P. Removal to The Church of the Nativity of the B.V.M, Saggart tomorrow (Friday) morning arriving for Requiem Mass at 11.00am. The capacity of the Church is limited to 50% but the Mass may be viewed by following the link below; https://www.churchservices.tv/saggart/. Funeral afterwards to Newcastle cemetery. Please continue to wear face masks and adhere to social distancing guidelines at all times. Family flowers only please. Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland. Fear Uasal. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.

STASSEN, Clare (Dublin), October 2, 2021, who unexpectedly passed away in her home. Beloved mother of Paul, Robert and Caroline. Deeply missed by her family: daughters-in-law Clíodhna and Kristina and son-in-law Josh; grandchildren Cooper, Jace, Raegan, Tomás, Iarlaith, Alida and Áine; husband, Leo; sister, Paula; relatives, neighbours and friends; and her beloved companion Tycho. May she Rest in Peace. Reposing at Staffords Funeral Home, 15 Maypark, Donnycarney tomorrow (Friday) from 3.00pm to 5.00pm. Cremation Service at 2.30pm on Saturday, (October 9) in Mount Jerome Victorian Chapel, Harold's Cross (limited to 80 mourners per current government regulations). Please reference RIP.ie for webcam link. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Irish Therapy Dogs.

LECKIE, William (Bill) A.E.M. K.W. Flt. Lt. RAF and Capt. Ret. Aer Lingus (late of Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow and formerly of Troon, Scotland) – October 4, 2021, peacefully, in his 101st year, at home, surrounded by his loving family, beloved husband of the late Ina, he will be sadly missed by his son Allan, daughters Irene and Fiona, daughter-in-law Jacinta, sons-in-law Steven and Giovanni, his seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, extended family and friends. Funeral Service on Saturday (October 9) at 12.30pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Enniskerry followed by committal at Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harolds Cross, Dublin 6W at 4.00pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

DOWNS, Raymond (Co. Dublin) October 5, 2021, in the exceptional care of the staff in Our Lady’s Ward, St. Vincent’s University Hospital and with gratitude for the wonderful care of all at Altadore Nursing Home, Glenageary. Loving and beloved by his wife Moira. Deeply regretted by his wife, his nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. Funeral Mass tomorrow (Friday) at 10.00am in the Church of S.S. Alphonsus and Columba, Ballybrack followed by burial in Glasnevin Cemetery. For those who cannot attend, Mass can be viewed online using the following link: https://www.churchmedia.tv/camera/sts-alphonsus-and-columba-​​ballybrack-killiney-parish. Due to the Government restrictions numbers will be limited at the church and please respect social distancing and mask wearing protocols at all times. House private please.

McCARTHY, Patrick (Bushy Park House, Dublin 6W) October 4, 2021 (peacefully) at his residence, in his 93rd year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Jeannette (née Naughton) Sadly missed by his family Barbara, Dee, Jackie, Patrick and Brian, his sister Grace, grandchildren, Cian, Kyra, Laura, Ellen, Ava and Sophie, son-in-law Michael, daughter-in-law Aine, his relatives and wide circle of friends. May he Rest in Peace. Reposing at Fanagans Funeral Home Rathfarnham today (Thursday), between 3.30 and 5.30pm, removal tomorrow (Friday) morning to the Church of Saint Pius the X, Templeogue arriving for a 10.00am Funeral Mass (maximum capacity 150) followed by burial at Mount Venus Cemetery. Family Flowers only. Donations if so desired to Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross and the Irish Cancer Society.

LONG, Mary, (née Doyle) (Raheny and late of Athlone) October 3, 2021 passed away peacefully in The Mater Hospital Dublin, Mother of Aidan, Ronan and Niamh. Sadly missed by her children, daughters-in-law Michelle and Elizabeth, grandchildren Alice, Sarah, Aidan and Conor, her brothers Bill and Jim, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and life long friends. Removal on Saturday, October 9 from Frank Jennings Funeral Home, Greendale Road, to St. John the Evangelist Church, Greendale Road, Kilbarrack arriving for 10.00am Funeral Mass. kilbarrackfoxfieldparish.ie Cremation immediately afterwards at Dardistown Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to St. Francis Hospice, Raheny.

O'BRIEN, Vivian (née Playle) (Blackrock, Co. Dublin) October 3, 2021. Peacefully, in the care of the staff at St. Vincent’s University Hospital. Beloved wife of Gerry and adoring mother of Robert, Owen and Joanne. She will be sadly missed by her husband, children, son-in-law Liam, daughters-in-law Cristina and Vanessa, grandchildren Max, Lorcan, Sebastian and Daniel, brothers Steven and Lee, cousin Vicki, niece Julie, nephews, extended family and friends. A special thanks to the management and very caring staff at the Ashbury Nursing Home. May she Rest in Peace. Reposing today (Wednesday) from 3pm to 5pm in Carnegies Funeral Home, Monkstown for close family and friends. Funeral Mass at 10.00am tomorrow (Thursday) in the Church of the Guardian Angels, Newtownpark Avenue followed by cremation in Mount Jerome Crematorium. For those who cannot attend, the Mass can be viewed online using the following link: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/church-of-the-guardian-​angel​s-blackrock-dublin. Please respect the social distancing and mask wearing protocols at all time. Messages to the family can be left in the ‘Condolences’ section on www.irishtimes.com. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Blackrock Hospice or the DSPCA. House private please.

MOORE, Davnet (Dympna Carmel) (née Cody) (Stillorgan, Co. Dublin and formerly Skerries, Dublin) – October 4, 2021, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home. Loving and much-loved wife of Joe, mother of Paul, Aidan, John, and Sarah. Davnet will be forever loved and sadly missed by her husband and family, daughters-in-law Mary and Lydia, Sarah’s partner Matt, her adored grandchildren Cathy, Jack, Sammy, Cian, and Ciara, great-grandchild Abby, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended family, and friends. May she Rest in Peace. Reposing at Massey Brothers Funeral Home, 5 Newtown Park, Blackrock A94X308 from 4.00pm-7.00pm this (Wednesday) evening. Removal tomorrow (Thursday) morning to the Church of St. Laurence O’ Toole, Kilmacud for Funeral Mass at 10am. In line with HSE and Government guidelines the capacity of the Church will be limited to 50%. Those who would have liked to attend but cannot, may view the funeral Mass live using the following link churchmedia.tv/camera/church-of-st-laurence-otoole-kilmacud , burial afterwards to Kilternan Cemetery Park. A private message of sympathy for the family can be left by visiting masseybrosfuneralhomes.com/funeral-notice/.

PURCELL, Noel (Upper Newcastle. Galway, Retired Bank of Ireland, Clifden) - October 3, 2021, suddenly and unexpectedly. Beloved husband of Betty (née McNeice) and much-loved father of Elizabeth. Deeply mourned and sadly missed by his wife and daughter, extended family, neighbours and friends. Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Noel at 11 a.m. this (Wednesday) morning at St. Joseph’s Church, Presentation Road, Galway. Funeral after Mass to Mount Saint Lawrence Cemetery Extension Limerick to arrive at 2 p.m. approximately. Livestream link for Mass online: https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-josephs-church-galway Although the attendance at the Church has greatly increased, we ask that you continue to be mindful of spreading Covid-19. Family flowers only.. Donations if preferred to the Heart Foundation. House private. Invitation to use the Irish Times book of condolence www.irishtimes.com. The family would like to thank you for your thoughtfulness and support at this sad time. May his gentle Soul Rest in Peace

BANIM, Míchéal, Droim na hAille, Baile Brigín, Co. Bhaile Atha Cliath, 3rd Deireadh Fómhair 2021. Go suaimhneach i dTeach Banaltrais Loughshinny, ó Dhroim na hAille, Baile Brigín, Co. Bhaile Atha Cliath, Míchéal, céile ionmhain Mary. Crothnóidh a bhean agus a a theaghlach go mór é - a chlann Séamus, Fiachra, Ódhrán, Muireann agus Aoife, a dheirfiúr Geraldine, agus a dheartháir Séamus, 14 garpháistí, a bhanchliamhaineacha Leslie, Amanda agus Therese, a chliamhaineacha Gavin agus Éamonn, deirfiúracha agus deartháireacha cleamhnais, nianna, neachtanna agus a mhuintir ar fad Tabharfar a chorp chuig Séipéal N. Peadar agus Pól, Baile Bhrigín , maidin Dé Céadaoin le haghaidh Aifreann na Sochraide ar a 11. Cuirfear Míchéal i gcré na cille ina dhiaidh sin i reilig Bhaile an Ridire. De bharr srianta Covid, Ní bheidh cead isteach sa séipéal ach ag 50% den ghnáth-thinreamh, agus caithfear mascanna a chaitheamh. Is féidir Aifreann na Sochraide a leanúint ar an nasc seo a leanas: https: //churchmedia.tv/ camera/ church-of -st-peter-st-paul Bláthanna ón teaghlach amháin, síntiúis más maith leat chuig Oispís N. Proinsias. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam