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McCARTHY, Muriel (née Breslin) Dublin 28th July 2021 former Keeper of Marsh’s Library, Honorary Doctorate from Maynooth University, Honorary Masters from Trinity College Dublin, Honorary Lay Canon of St Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh. Recipient of the Lord Mayor’s award, Member of the Old Dublin Society and Gold Medallist. Peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the extraordinary care of all the Nurses and Carers of Newtown Park House Nursing Home. Predeceased by her loving husband Charles, her twin Mairéad and brothers Liam and Seán. She will be deeply missed by her daughters, Paula, (Panczenko), Martina (Kealy) and her son Justin, sons-in-law Brian and Russell and daughter-in-law Justina. Her loving grandchildren Caroline, Susan, Richard, Julianne, Charlie and Max, and her best friend Ann Simmons and brother in law Nicholas (Furlong) nieces nephews relatives and friends. Rest in Peace In keeping with current government and HSE guidelines a private funeral will take place for family and friends. Muriel's Funeral Mass can be viewed live this Tuesday, 3rd August 2021 at 10am via the following link https://www.whitefriarstreetchurch.ie/ Those who would have liked to attend the funeral, but due to current restrictions cannot, may leave a personal message at https://www.masseybrosfuneralhomes.com/funeral-notices/ Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, https://www.svp.ie/get-involved/donate/single-donation.aspx

HACKETT, Marlene (Gaeltacht Park, Whitehall, Dublin 9), July 29, 2021 (Peacefully), in the Mater Hospital. Predeceased by her sister Jeanne. Very sadly missed by her sister, Louise Richardson, her nephews Mark, Paul, John and Peter, their wives and partners, her grandnephews and grand nieces, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace. Funeral mass will take place on Wednesday August 4, at 10.30 am, Please refer to RIP.ie for funeral arrangements.

SKERRITT, Breda (nee Byrne) July 29, 2021, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, in the loving care of the Blackrock Hospice, after a long battle with cancer, borne with great courage and dignity. Sadly missed by her husband David, sons Jonathan and Ian, daughters in law Joanna (Dwyer) and Sian, grandchildren Conor, Orla, Emilia, Oran and Cece, brothers and sisters Mary (Kennedy), Kitty (Smith), Sylvester, Terry, Paddy, Norah (Burton), Gerald and Eileen (Mulhall), brothers and sisters in law and her wide circle of friends. Predeceased by her brothers John and Joe. May she Rest in Peace. Family flowers only; Donations if desired to the Blackrock Hospice. Due to ongoing Government and HSE guidelines on public gatherings a private Service will take place on Tuesday August 3, 2021 at the Victorian Chapel Mount Jerome. Those who would like to attend but cannot due to current Government Restrictions, may view Breda’s service live from 2.30 p.m. using the following link https://vimeo.com/event/153499.

DUNLOP, - Joyce (née Meates), (late of Lucan, Blackrock and Donaghmore), died peacefully on July 24, in her 95th year in the tender care of Brabazon staff. Joyce (Jeuody to her beloved husband, the late Alex Dunlop) will be much missed and lovingly remembered as a 'bright and beautiful' mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, cousin and aunt by Johana and Anna; John, Iris, Alex and Melissa; Amanda, Sara, Kate and Craig; Angus, Tracey, Georgia, Bella and Rex; Richie and Muriel; Louie; Roly and Heather; her extended Meates family, her Thomas family-in-law and her wonderful range of friends. A private funeral service and celebration of Joyce took place at Mount Jerome on Wednesday, July 28.

LAMBERT, (nee Hennessy) Joan (Perno, Rosslare, Co. Wexford, formerly Ashfield, Killinick) - Sadly but peacefully passed away at home on Thursday 29th July 2021. Dearly beloved wife to the late Nick and treasured mother to Mary, Ger and Patrick. Much loved Mom to Grace, Keelin, Zaac, Ailbe, Breon, Cameron, Nick and Dervla. Cherished mother-in-law to Cian and Niamh. Dear sister to Breda and the late Marian. She will be greatly missed by her relatives and many friends. Due to government restrictions, a family funeral will take place privately. The funeral will take place on Saturday, July 31st at 12 noon at St. Brigid’s Church, Rosslare. Due to recent HSE guidelines regarding public gatherings, those who would have liked to attend the funeral, but due to current restrictions cannot, may leave messages in the ‘Condolences’ section on www.rip.ie. Family flowers only, please.

DUIGNAN, Edward (Ned), MRCVS, Veterinary Surgeon, Abbeytown, Roscommon; (peacefully), at the Sacred Heart Hospital Roscommon on 29th July 2021, in his 96th year; husband of the late Mary (Naughton), much loved by his family Ria, Anthony, Arthur, Maeve and Ann, grandchildren Conor, Mary Clare (deceased), Chris, Caoimhe, Odhran, Ailtin, Ultan and Ellie, great-granddaughter Rosie, daughters-in-law Clare (deceased) and Maresa, and sons-in-law David and Tim. Ned will be fondly remembered by his relatives, colleagues, neighbours and wide circle of friends. The Duignan family would like to express sincere gratitude to all the staff at the Sacred Heart Hospital for their exemplary care. In an effort to follow current guidelines Ned’s funeral will be attended by family only. His funeral cortege will depart from his home in Abbeytown tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 10.30 o’c and arrive at the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon for Mass of the Resurrection at 11 o’c. Burial afterwards in St Coman’s Cemetery. The Duignan family very much appreciate your support at this time. Please note that the funeral Mass will be broadcast in the Roscommon town area on the Parish Radio 105.9 FM and can also be viewed live on Saturday at 11 o’c by clicking https://churchtv3.eu/roscommontown/ HOUSE STRICTLY PRIVATE PLEASE.

CARR, Fr. Francis (Columban Father's), St. Columban's, Dalgan Park, Navan and late of Lisdoran, Athenry; Korean and USA missions. July 28, 2021 (suddenly). Predeceased by his parents Daniel and Mary Ann; sisters Breda, Sr. Gabriel and Sr. Frances; brothers Bob, Jack and Redmond. Fr Frank deeply regretted by his sister Kitty; sister-in-law Ita; nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family, Columban family and friends R.I.P Reposing at St. Columban's, Dalgan Park, Navan. Funeral Mass tomorrow Saturday at 11AM; followed by burial in the Community Cemetery. "Ar dheis De go raibh anam uasal"

Kilroy, Max, Rosses Point, Co. Sligo and formerly of Sligo A.I. Station, July 27th 2021 peacefully surrounded by his family, in the loving and dedicated care of the staff at Nazareth Nursing Home, Sligo. Predeceased by his brothers Billy and Tony. Very much loved husband and friend of his darling wife Margo and much loved father of Sheelin (Durham), Carl (Sligo) and Síobhan (Dublin). He will be sadly missed by his sister Jean, brother-in-law Tom, daughter-in-law Fiona, grandchildren Rhys, Caleb, Eoghan and Niamh, greatgrandson Noah Kilroy, granddaughter-in-law Fiona and all his family, neighbours and many friends. Reposing from 7.00pm to 8.30pm today Friday July 30th in Seán Feehily’s Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo for family and close friends. Funeral Service will take place at 2.00pm on Saturday July 31st in Saint John’s Church of Ireland Cathedral, John Street, Sligo. Funeral Service will be livestreamed at www.studiorove.ie/mkilroy. Burial follows in Saint Anne’s Church of Ireland, Knocknarea Churchyard, Strandhill, Co. Sligo. Family home private please. Covid19 restrictions apply and numbers limited to 50 at all times. Family Flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Nazareth Nursing Home Patient Comfort Fund at feehilys.ie/pay Condolence messages for the family can be left on rip.ie, in private at feehilys.ie or by traditional manner. God saw that he was tired, A cure was not to be. So He put His arms around him And whispered, “Come with Me.”