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MCCARTHY - The death has occurred of Rev. Fr. Dermod McCarthy, Killiney, Co. Dublin and formerly of Ballinamore Co. Leitrim, October 22, 2025, at Our Ladys Manor, Dalkey, Co. Dublin.

Son of the late Michael and Vera McCarthy. Former Administrator of the Pro-Cathedral, Dublin and former Head of Religious Affairs in RTÉ. He will be sadly missed by his sister Beth (Earley), brothers Mel & Michael, brother-in-law Joe, sister-in-law Rovena, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, the wonderful caring staff at Our Ladys Manor, Archbishop of Dublin Dermot Farrell, his fellow priests, his former colleagues, his many relatives, friends and neighbours. Rest in Peace. Fr. Dermod will lie in repose at Quinns Funeral Home, Glasthule, Co. Dublin A96 EW88 today (Thursday) from 5pm until 7pm. A Mass of Farewell will be celebrated in the Church of the Assumption of Our Lady, Dalkey on Friday at 12 noon after which his remains will be conveyed privately to his hometown of Ballinamore Co. Leitrim. Reposing at Smiths Funeral Home, High St. Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim N41 TD62 on Friday evening, October 24, from 7pm until 9pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday in St. Patricks Church, Ballinamore at 12 noon followed by burial in the family plot in Fenagh Abbey cemetery, Fenagh, Co. Leitrim.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

O'SULLIVAN - (Tivoli, Cork): On October 21, 2025, peacefully, in the presence of his loving family, MAURA, dearly beloved daughter of the late Denis and Peg, cherished sister of Kay (O’Meara). Deeply regretted and fondly remembered by her loving sister, brother-in-law Gerard, nephews Bryan (and his wife Grace), David (and his wife Monica) and Conor (and his wife Sophie), grandnephews Michael and Tommy, grandnieces Aisling and Maeve, relatives, neighbours and great friends. Reposing at the Temple Hill Funeral Home, Boreenmanna Road of Jerh. O’Connor Ltd; On Friday (October 24) from 4.00pm to 5.00pm. Requiem Mass at 10.00am on Saturday (October 25) in the Sacred Heart Church, Western Road. Funeral afterwards to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Millstreet.

"Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis"

Ndaba McGRATH - We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Eva Ndaba McGrath, of Zimbabwe, Dublin, and Batt Street, Wexford Town.

Eva passed away peacefully on Monday, 20th October 2025, in the tender care of the nurses and staff at New Houghton Hospital, New Ross, Co. Wexford.

Beloved granddaughter of the late Patrick (Ben) and Alice Chambers. Predeceased by her parents, Jean and Lloyd Ndaba, and her husband, Brendan McGrath.

Eva will be sadly missed by her sister Vera, nephews David and Mark, the McGrath in-laws, extended family, and her dear friend Tom.

A cremation ceremony will take place at 3:45pm on Saturday, 25th October 2025, at Mount Jerome Crematorium, 158 Harold's Cross Rd, Harold's Cross, Dublin, D6W HY98

May She Rest in Peace

DALY - Joan (Drogheda and Dublin) Joan died peacefully on October 20th, 2025, in her 95th year, in the loving care of the wonderful staff of The Residence, Santry, Dublin.

Daughter of the late Edward and Katherine Daly, Drogheda, formerly of Boyne Cottage and King Street, Drogheda and predeceased by her siblings: Maura, Nuala (Donnelly), John (CSSp), Dan, Eddie and Carl. Beloved aunt of Pat, Garvan, Tony, Aileen (RIP), Katherine, Shane and Paul (RIP) Donnelly, Suzanne and Robert Daly and Eamon, Jonathan and Hilary Daly. Also mourned by her sister-in-law, Maureen Daly, and extended family and friends. Joan’s remains will repose at Townley’s Funeral Home, Cross Lanes, Moneymore, Drogheda (A92 XN75) from 12 noon on Friday, October 24th. Prayer service in the Funeral Home at 1pm, followed by burial in St Peter's Cemetery.

PEOPLES - Bridie, (née Joyce) Barnfield, Corroy, Ballina, Co Mayo and formerly of The Islands, Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny. Oct 21, 2025. Peacefully, at home surrounded by her loving family after a short illness that she faced with bravery and dignity.

Bridie predeceased by her parents, parents-in-law, brothers Pat and Fr. Jer. Sadly missed by her loving husband of forty-six years John, devoted daughters Eimear and Áine, sisters Mary Hogan (Mooncoin, Kilkenny), Kathleen Ryan (Tullogher, Kilkenny), Anna Kelly (Lisnagry, Limerick) brother Tom Joyce (Thurles, Tipperary), nieces, nephews, extended family and her wide circle of friends. May Bridie Rest in Peace. Reposing at McGowan’s Funeral Home, Ballina (Eircode F26 V274) today (Thursday) from 5.30pm until 7.30pm. Funeral will arrive to St. Teresa’s Church, Rathduff tomorrow (Friday) at 12 noon for Requiem Mass with funeral proceeding to Ballinahaglish Cemetery, Knockmore for burial. House Strictly Private Please. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Mayo Roscommon Hospice care of McGowan’s Funeral Home, Ballina or online https://www.hospice.ie/donations/in-loving-memory/

BRENNAN - Mary, beloved wife of the late Michael, she will be dearly missed by her children Michelle, Andrew, Sinéad, Garrett, Fióna, Aisling, Niamh, Eoin and Éadaoin, her grandchildren Matthew, Jenny, Ailish, Joey, Liam, Jonah, Dearbhla, Cara, Moya, Bob, Senan, Ryan, William, Ben, Chloe, Charlie, Michael, Katie, Lauren, Daniel, Cian and PJ, her loving sister Kay, brothers Seán, Frank and Eugene, sons and daughters-in-law Kieran, Catherine, Chris, Angela, Rob, Derek, Kevin, Julie and Pádraig, sisters-in-law Geraldine, Nancy and Cathy, extended family and many wonderful friends. Our special thanks to St. Vincent’s ICU for their loving care of Mary over the last six weeks. Reposing at Fanagans Funeral Home, Willbrook, Rathfarnham (D14WO29) today Thursday evening from 5 pm- 7 pm. Removal on Friday morning to St. Colmcilles Church, Knocklyon arriving for 11 am Funeral Mass followed by burial at Kilmashogue Cemetery.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.

BURNS - Victor (Dundrum) on October 21, 2025, peacefully, in The Marlay Nursing Home. He will be deeply missed and remembered with love by his wife, Iris, of 64 years, son Keith, daughter Lesley, daughter-in-law Michelle, son-in-law Brian and grandchildren Caroline, Elena, Matthew and Clara. Funeral private.

MCMULLAN - Robert John (Bob), (Sandymount, Dublin), October 20, 2025. Suddenly, in hospital, dear husband of Mary (Dowey), much loved and loving father of Simon, Victoria and Mark, and enthusiastic, fun grandpa of Finn, Felix, Azalea, Rex and Skye. He will be greatly missed by his brother David, daughters-in-law Rowena and Kate, son-in-law Tarik, nephews Jonny and Ally, our wonderful wider family and many friends in Ireland and beyond. Funeral Service and Committal on Friday at 10am in the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome Cemetery, Harold’s Cross. No flowers please - donations if wished to the Samaritans.

MCAULEY -

(née Myles) Marie (Newtownstalaban, Drogheda, Co. Louth) -

20th October 2025, Peacefully, after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Paddy and adored mother of Paul, Ann, Pat and Louise. Deeply regretted by her brother Barry and very sadly missed by her grandchildren Morgan, Catherine, Liz, Charlie, Mark, Hugh and Kate, her five great-grandchildren, Adam, Ronan, Doireann, Bríagh and Aoibhinn, son-in-law Cathal, daughter-in-law Áine, Jean, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.

Reposing at her home on this (Wednesday) evening (October 22nd) from 4pm until 8pm. Funeral Mass on tomorrow morning (Thursday) in Sacred Heart Church, Laytown. (A92 PF20) at 11am. No flowers please.

May she rest in peace.