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MURRAY, – Grace (née Byrne)(Rathfarnham), February 4th 2021, peacefully, surrounded by her family in the tender loving care of Our Lady’s Hospice Harold’s Cross. Beloved wife of Cathal, loving mother of Kilian, Peter, Grace and Liz, beloved sister of Peadar (Fr John Byrne OSA). Adored by her grandchildren Lauren, Ciarán, Tara, Edel, Bobby, Isabel, Leila-Mae, Eddie and Freddie and deeply missed by daughters-in-law Nicki and Helen, sons-in-law Norman and Rob, extended family, relatives and many dear friends. May she rest in peace. In accordance with government guidelines, the funeral will be private. You may view the Funeral Mass on Tuesday (February 9) at 10 am here: https://www.youtube.com/c/OurLadyof GoodCounselBallyboden Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to Our Lady’s Hospice through their website www.olh.ie

HEASLIP, Danno (Francis Brendan) (Salmon Weir, Galway) 4th February, 2021 peacefully, in the wonderful care of the staff at Coral Haven nursing home, Galway. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Mary, children Simon, Justine, James and Mary Kate, sons-in-law Paul and Finn, daughters-in-law Susie and Diane and grandchildren Ultan, Kevin, Oisín, Béibhinn, Ruby, Peadar, Henry, Rosie, Ellie, Danny and Emma. Pre deceased by his brother Michael. Deeply regretted by his brother Jimmy and sisters Minnie, Helen and Phil and his extended family and friends. Due to current government guidelines a private family funeral will take place. Requiem Mass at 12 noon today (Monday) at Galway Cathedral. Funeral after Mass to Rahoon cemetery. Mass can be viewed on line at https://www.galwaycathedral.ie/webcam. No flowers by request, donations in lieu to Western Alzheimers.

McWILLIAMS, (née McDaid) Catherine, Mespil Road, Dublin and late of Coleraine, Co. Derry and Ballyliffin, Co. Donegal. Peacefully at home on Friday, 5th February, 2021 Beloved wife of James and treasured mother to her nine daughters, Antoinette, Catherine, Margaret, Lisa, Marthena, Carmel, Francesca, Olivia and Marion. Deeply missed by her thirty-two grandchildren and her much loved sons-in-law, nephews and nieces, relatives and wide circle of friends. Thanks to Catherine’s incredible carers who looked after her with such kindness and compassion. Due to government restrictions, a private family Funeral Mass will take place today (Monday) in St Mary’s Church, Clonmany at 12 noon which can be followed on the parish webcam https://www.churchservices.tv/clonmany A celebration of Catherine’s life will be held at a later date. Tá sí ar ais I mbaclainn a máthar. Suaimhneas síoraí dá h-Anam uasal.

DOYLE, (née Wilson), Letty (Mount Merrion, Co. Dublin) – February 4, 2021, peacefully, after a short illness, in the tender loving care of her family and the wonderful staff of Foxrock Nursing Home. Beloved wife of the late Paddy and sister of the late Don and Fr Reginald Wilson. Predeceased by her son Michael, son-in-law Brian and daughter-in-law Sheila. Dearest mother of Maria (Eustace), Eithne (Collins) and Susan (Cassidy), beloved Nana of Patrick, Lisa, Anna, Ciara, Marianne, Conor, Daniel, Emily, Jane and Emma and proud great-grandmother of Max and Matilda. She will be greatly missed by her sister Mary, sisters-in-law Audrey, Gertie, Ann and Betty, her sons-in-law Aidan and Ian, nieces, nephews, relatives, good friends and neighbours. Due to government guidelines a private funeral will take place, but may be viewed online at https://www.mountmerrionparish.ie/webcam/ on Monday morning (8 February) at 10 am. Letty’s funeral cortége will pass her house following Mass at approx. 11.10 am. Family flowers only please. “Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilís”.

MCGOEY, Charlie (Cathal) late of 'Kenlis' The Bower, Balbriggan Co Dublin and formerly Abbeyshrule Co. Longford, (ex Bank of Ireland). February 5th 2021. (Peacefully) in Beaumont Hospital. Predeceased by his infant son John Edward and his brothers Teddy and Gabriel. Sadly missed by his loving wife Rita (née Kieran), daughters Jane and Gillian, sons-in-law Paul Butler and Donal Fitzpatrick, grandchildren Aoibhinn, Cathal, Hugh, Lorcan and Bryan, sister Ursula, brothers Ciaran and John, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Reposing privately. Due to current Government and HSE guidelines on funeral gatherings, a private Funeral Mass for family only (Up to 10 and all must wear face coverings) will take place in S.S. Peter & Paul's Church Balbriggan on Sunday afternoon at 1.30pm. Followed by burial in Ballapousta Cemetery Ardee (arriving approx 3.30pm). Family flowers only. Funeral Mass may be viewed live stream on the following link www.balbrigganparish.com May he rest in eternal peace

COLE, Frances, (née O’Dea) of Ballybar, Carlow and formerly of Dunboyne, Co Meath and Kilconly, Co Galway, passed away suddenly, on February 4th, 2021, at St Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny . Beloved wife of Eric, much loved mother of Marie, Geraldine, Valerie, Jim, Brian, John, Fergus, Eric, Liz and Anne and cherished sister of Kay (Moran) and the late Pierce, Jim, Fergus, Al and Mary. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, sons, daughters, her 15 grandchildren, sons-in-law Eddie, David and Vinny, daughters-in-law Mary, Lisa, Lizzie and Aileen, sister, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May Frances’s Gentle Soul Rest in Peace Due to government advice regarding public gatherings a private funeral will take place for family in St Joseph’s Church, Tinryland, today (Saturday) at 11am and will be followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

KIRBY, Brian (Dun Laoghaire, late of Blackrock, Co Dublin) February 2, 2021 (unexpectedly but peacefully) in the wonderful care of the Carmelite Sisters and all the staff of Our Lady’s Manor, Dalkey in particular the staff of Level 5. Loving husband of Kathleen. Sadly missed by his wife, brother Tom, sisters Mary (Fleming), Patricia (Bastible) and Ann (Quinn), sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, godchildren, extended family and many loyal dear friends. In accordance with current Government guidelines and Brian’s wishes his Funeral has taken place privately. In lieu of flowers, donations if desired, to Peter McVerry Trust May he rest in peace

JOHNSTON, (Skibbereen, Dublin & Co. Antrim): On January 28th 2021 peacefully in the tender care of the nurses and staff at Skibbereen Residential Care Centre, after a long illness, bravely borne. ETHEL CAROLINE (Betty) (nee Siney) darling wife and best friend of Philip, much loved mum of Elisabeth (Liz Fahy) and Stephen, mother-in-law of Frank, loving Nannie to Aaron, Jane, Annabella, Sarah-Beth and the late Meghan Johnston, precious sister of Dorothy and the late George and Arthur. Betty will be fondly remembered by her husband, family, Dorothy’s husband David Rouse, Megs Mum Val, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, her four great grand-children, dear friends and kind neighbours. Under HSE and Government Guidelines a private Funeral has taken place. Forever With The Lord