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BREEN, (The Faythe, Wexford), June 12, 2021, John (Jackie) beloved husband of Ann, loving father of Oonagh and John, brother of Gerry, Laurence and the late Anthony (Pat); sadly missed by his family, daughter-in-law Nicola, sisters-in-law, grandchildren Jack and Ciara, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. R.I.P. A private family funeral will take place. You are welcome to join in the celebration of John's Funeral Mass tomorrow (Thursday) at 12.00 noon on the link www.wexfordparish.com Bride Street. Due to recent HSE guidelines regarding public gatherings, those who would have liked to attend the funeral, but due to current restrictions cannot, please leave a personal message in the 'Condolences' Link on www.irishtimes.com

MURPHY, Mary (née Cummiskey), (Clontarf, Dublin 3, formerly of Kenagh, Co. Longford), June 12, 2021, peacefully at Nazareth House. Beloved wife of JJ, very sadly missed by her daughter Sinead, son Barry, son-in-law Jimmy, daughter-in-law Susan, grandchildren Leah, James, Leo and Sofia, sister Patricia, brothers Arthur and Noel, in-laws, extended family, friends and neighbours. May she Rest in Peace. Mary’s funeral mass can be viewed tomorrow (Thursday), at 12.00 noon by visiting www.churchcamlive.ie/dollymount-live-stream/

LYNCH, Pat, June 12, 2021, (Templeogue, Dublin 6W, late of Thomas Street. Dublin 8). Peacefully following a short illness surrounded by his loving family at the Beacon Hospital. Beloved husband of Monica, loving father to Ciara, Joe, Emma, Nessa and Patrick. Pat will be sadly missed by his wife and family, sons and daughters-in-law, Llorenc, Denise, Hugh, Bill, Clíona, together with his 14 grandchildren, brother Jimmy and sister Mary, extended family and friends. In keeping with current Government and HSE guidelines a private Funeral will take place for family and close friends. Pat’s Funeral Mass will be streamed live from St. Pius X Church, Templeogue this (Wednesday) morning at 11.30am and can be viewed on: https://www.churchservices.tv/piusx. 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 or by using the condolence book at www.irishtimes.com. Family flowers only please. May he Rest in Peace

MERCHANT, R. H. (Harvey) (late of Bray, Co. Wicklow and formerly of Deansgrange, Co. Dublin and Glasgow, Scotland) - June 13, 2021, peacefully, at home. Dearly loved husband of Sylvia, father of Jacqueline (Collier) and Nicola (Reid), grandfather of Alicia, Alastair and Alexandra, father-in-law of Robin and David. He will be fondly remembered by family and friends. Service of Thanksgiving in Colliers Funeral Home tomorrow (Thursday) at 1.00pm. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to the Irish Heart Foundation.

SMYTH, (née McHugh) Maura, (Artane Dublin 5) - June 13, 2021 (peacefully) in the loving care of the staff at Cara Care Centre, Northwood; Beloved wife of the late Patrick and sister of the late Rita, much loved mother of Brenda, Sarah and Ray. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, sons-in-law, Damien and Brendan, daughter-in-law Suelene, grandchildren Rachel, Kate, Peter, Laura, Luke, Colette and Dorian, great-grandchildren Fola, Amelia, Max and Stella, sister Vera, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and her many friends. May she Rest in Peace. A private family funeral will take place due to Government advice, regarding public gatherings. Those who would have liked to attend the funeral, but cannot, due to current restrictions, may leave a personal message in the section "Condolences" on www.irishtimes.com. Maura’s Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday (June 17) at 11.30am in the Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Artane, followed by burial in Fingal Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations, in lieu, if desired, to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

O'BRIEN, Barbara (née Kavanagh) (Ballinteer), June 12, 2021. Peacefully, in the care of The Four Ferns Nursing Home, Foxrock. Beloved wife of the late Philip and loving mother to Ciaran, Rory and Alan, grandmother to Orla, Sophie, Mia, Holly and Ava. Very sadly missed by her loving daughters-in-law, Susan, Clare and Gillian, extended family, friends and neighbours. May she Rest in Peace. A private family funeral will take place in accordance with current government guidelines. Family flowers only please. The Funeral Mass will take place at 11.30 am tomorrow (Wednesday) which may be followed on the parish web camera by selecting the following link: https://www.dundrumparish.com/webcam/

O'LEARY, Janet (née Child) (Bray, Co. Wicklow and former spokesperson for COPD Ireland) – June 13, 2021, peacefully, after a long illness, bravely fought with great dignity, courage and strength, dearly loved wife of the late Tony, beloved mum of Alison and Jess, cherished Nanny Floss of Laura and Ashling, she was a friend to many, especially, Brian, Jacqueline, Joy and Jean. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

CUNNINGHAM O.P., Peacefully, at Mowlam Nursing Home, Sligo. Fr. Seán, June 13, 2021 (formerly of Strathroy, Omagh, Co. Tyrone, late of Holy Cross Friary Sligo). Deeply regretted by his sisters Rosemary (Marshall) and Carmel (Rosen), brother Eamon, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, his Dominican confrères and friends. Pre-deceased by his brothers Páraig, Fr. Séamus (C.S.Sp.), Fr. Tom (C.S.Sp.), Fr. Colum (C.S.Sp.) and Michael, and his sisters Maura, (Sr Breid IBVM), Kathleen (Nolan) and Breid. Rest in peace. Reposing at Holy Cross Friary, Sligo this (Tuesday) evening from 5.00pm to 7:.0pm for family, relatives and close friends only. Requiem Mass will take place tomorrow (Wednesday) at 2.30pm followed by burial in Sligo Cemetery. Due to current restrictions, Fr. Seán’s funeral will be private for family, relatives and close friends only. Family flowers only please. You can stream the funeral Mass live by following the link on the Foley and McGowan funeral home website www.sligofuneralhome.ie