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IRVINE -

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our loving mum, Patricia Irvine (née Grimson) Killiney and formerly of Finglas (peacefully) in the kind care of the staff at St. Jame’s Hospital surrounded by her loving family on February 8th 2026. Patricia beloved partner of Declan, loving mother of Holly, Scott and Patrick and adoring Nana of Fionn and Íde. Sadly missed by her partner, children and their partners, Rónán and Laura, grandchildren, brother Brian, sister Christine, sister-in-law Deirdre, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family and her wide circle of treasured friends.

Predeceased by her parents, Chris and Eithne, her sister Phil and nephew Paul.

Reposing Thursday February 12th in Quinn’s of Glasthule from 4pm-6pm. Removal Friday February 13th from her home to the St. Alphonsus and Columba Church, Killiney Hill Road arriving for an 11.30am Funeral Mass which can be viewed online at https://churchmedia.tv/camera/sts-alphonsus-and-columba-ballybrack-killiney-parish followed by burial in Kilternan Cemetery, Ballycorus Road, Dublin 18. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Irish Cancer Society. Click here to make a donation.

BRODIE - Tom

(Baily Point, Salthill, Galway) 8th February, 2026;

It is with deep sadness that Tom’s family say a fond farewell to a very special husband, brother, brother-in-law and uncle; peacefully in the great care of the Galway Hospice. Dearly beloved husband and best friend of Peig (née McGrath) and much-loved brother of Treasa Browne. Predeceased by his parents Bertie and Violet and brothers Anthony and Michael.

Mourned by his wife Peig, sister Treasa, sisters-in-law Deirdre and Kathy, nephews and nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces, relatives and friends. Tom will lie in Repose at the O' Flaherty Funeral Parlour, Munster Avenue (H91V1K8) on this Thursday, 12th February from 5 p.m. Removal to the Church of Christ the King, Salthill at 6.30 p.m. Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Tom at 11.00 a.m. this Friday, 13 February. Following Mass, he will be laid to rest in Rahoon cemetery. Mass will be live streamed. Memorial donations if desired to the Galway Hospice.

I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn

SMITH - Donal - February 9, 2026, Springfield Road, Terenure, Dublin 6W., peacefully at Gascoigne House Nursing Home, Rathgar, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Eileen, loving and much-loved father to Connor, Paul, and Barry. Donal will be forever remembered and sadly missed by them and by his daughters-in-law Mary-Pat, Catherine and Dawn, adored grandchildren, brothers and sisters, and his extended family. Reposing at Massey Bros Funeral Home, Templeogue Village on Thursday (February 12) from 5pm to 7pm. Removal to Terenure College Chapel on Friday 13th February for 10.30am Requiem Mass, followed by burial in Kilmashogue Cemetery, Rathfarnham. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Lewy Body Ireland.

May he now Rest in Peace

O'KANE - Valerie (née McCarren) 8th February 2026, Rathdown Avenue, Terenure (Formerly of Cavan town), peacefully in the wonderful care of Leeson Park Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family. Valerie is predeceased by her husband Cian and sister Sheila. She will be forever loved by her sons Barra, Cian, Donal and John, her brother Andrew and sister Lorraine, daughters-in-law Jacqui and Marian, her sister-in-law Joy and brother-in-law Denis. Sadly missed by her adoring grandchildren Matthew, Louise, Neil, Sean, and Barry, her great grandchildren Farrell and Farrah, nieces and nephews, extended family and many wonderful friends. Valerie’s funeral mass will be held at the Church of Saint Nicholas of Myra, Francis Street today (Tuesday) 10th February 2026 at 2.30 pm followed by cremation in Mount Jerome, Harold's Cross at 4pm.

May Valerie Rest in Peace.

HOWARD - John 6th February 2026 Foxrock and formerly of Fanore Co Clare, peacefully surrounded by his wife and daughter in the wonderful care of the Blackrock Clinic.

Chef Proprietor of Le Coq Hardi restaurant. John will be sadly missed by his loving wife Catherine, his devoted daughter Karen, son-in-law Nicholas, his brothers PJ and Patrick, brothers in law Martin, Mike and the late Tom, sisters-in-law Mary, Margaret, Ann, Mary and Anastasia, his cherished nieces and nephews, extended family, the restaurant community, neighbours and friends. Reposing at his home on Wednesday 11th February from 5pm-8pm (family only outside of these times). Funeral Thursday 12th February at The Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Foxrock at 9.40am followed by burial in Shanganagh cemetery

GALLAGHER - Frank Donegal Road, Killybegs, Co Donegal peacefully at University Hospital Galway, surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his wife Marlene, sons Philip & Barry, his parents Jack and Maude, brothers Jackie, Phelim, Michael, Patrick and Tadhg, nephews Jack, Michael and Paul and grandniece Maria Anna. Sadly missed by his son Damien, brother Eamon, sisters Mai and Anne, grandchildren Liam and Lorenzo, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and Tetiana. Remains reposing at Mc Breartys Funeral Home, Killybegs on Monday 9th February from 8pm 10pm and on Tuesday 10th February from 2pm - 9pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday 11th February in St Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs at 11am.

Burial afterwards in the cemetery of the Church of the Sacred Heart, Mountcharles. Mass will be streamed live on www.mcn.live

House private please. Anyone wishing to sympathise with the family can do so via the online book of condolence on RIP.

May he rest in peace.

THOMPSON - Lois (Blackrock, Co. Dublin) – February 8, 2026, peacefully, in her 98th year, in the loving presence of her family and in the excellent care of Belmont House Nursing Home, Stillorgan. Beloved and loving wife of the late Harry, much loved mother of Lesley and Jonathan and adored grandmother of Bryan and Rebecca. She will be sadly missed by all her family, relatives and friends. Funeral Service on Thursday (February 12) at 11.30am in St. Philip and St. James’ Church, Cross Avenue, Booterstown followed by private cremation.

HEALY -

Patrick, Slaney Meadows, Rathvilly, Co. Carlow and formerly Stillorgan, Co. Dublin – 8th February 2026 peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny surrounded by his loving family; predeceased by his brother James and sister Elizabeth.

Sadly missed by his loving wife Ann, son Mark, daughters Adelle and Lynn, daughter-in-law Carol, sons-in-law Roy and Mike, brother John, sisters Sr. Sylvia and Margaret, sister-in-law Wendy, grandchildren Sean, Lauyrn, Katie and Robert, extended family, neighbours, relatives and friends.

May Patrick Rest In Peace.

Funeral arriving to St. Patrick’s Church, Rathvilly on Thursday, 12th February for 12 noon Requiem Mass after which he will be laid to rest in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Rathvilly.

WHELAN - Sean (Ormond Keep, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary and late of London and Crumlin, Dublin) - Following a short Illness on February 8, 2026. Predeceased by his beloved father Mick, mother Rita and brother Finbar. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Roisin, son Liam, sister Maureen, brothers Mick, George and Seamus. Extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposing at Ryan's funeral home, Nenagh (E45 KN93) tomorrow (Wednesday) from 5pm to 6.30pm, followed by private Cremation.

" Remember Orr "

TYRRELL - Capt. Barrett Job (Barry), La Cala, Monument Lane, Arklow, Co Wicklow. Barry’s wife Doris, daughters Anne and Zoë, son Roger, brother James, and all his family wish to extend their most heartfelt gratitude for the many expressions of sympathy and support they have received during the time of Barry’s passing and in the weeks since. They are deeply grateful to all those who cared for Barry throughout his illness and to everyone who offered kindness, comfort, and assistance during his funeral and afterward.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of the family’s sincere appreciation.