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WALSHE -

Brian (Ardclough, Co. Kildare and formerly of Kilternan, Co. Dublin), November 14th, 2025, in the tender care of the staff of St. Brigid’s Hospice, The Curragh.

Loving husband of Vera (née McDermott) and exceptional dad to Vincent and Adrienne; he will always be remembered by his loving wife, children, daughter-in-law Bernadette, grandchildren Cian and Aishling and his brothers Noel, Vincent, Tommy, Pat and the late Eamon and Joe, his sisters Betty (Fox), Patricia (Ainsworth), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, relatives and friends.

Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Celbridge from 5pm to 7pm today (Monday 17th November). Brian’s Requiem Mass will be held in St. Anne’s Church, Ardclough at 12pm tomorrow (Tuesday 18th November).

Burial immediately afterwards to Glencullen cemetery arriving at approximately 2.30pm. House strictly private.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to St. James Hospital foundation at https://supportstjames.ie/

ROHAN -

Maura (née Costello) Sandymount, Dublin 4, late of Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. Peacefully, on Friday, 14th November 2025, in the loving care of the staff of St. Vincent’s University Hospital. Beloved wife of Eamon and mother of Mary, Angela, Paul and John. Deeply regretted by her loving husband, children, sister-in-law Patsy, son-in-law Ronnie, daughters-in-law Belinda and Heidi, her cherished grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and many friends. Maura is predeceased by her parents, sister Sr. Sheila (Sisters of Mercy), and brothers Sean, Bro. Hilary (Eamon) (Marist Brothers) and Fr. Liam OFM. The family would like to thank the staff of St. Andrew’s Ward and the Palliative Medicine team in St. Vincent’s. Reposing today (Monday), 17th November from 5pm to 7pm in Rom Massey & Sons Funeral Home, 6 Cranford Centre, Stillorgan Road, D04 X446 (opposite UCD Flyover). Funeral Mass tomorrow (Tuesday), 18th November, at 10am in St Mary’s Star of the Sea, Sandymount, followed by burial in Dean’s Grange Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (https://alzheimer.ie), for which Maura was a dedicated volunteer.

“May she rest in peace”

SHANNON -

Lucy (née English) Farranshone, Limerick and formerly of Grove House, Hospital, Co Limerick.

Passed away peacefully on November 14th 2025, surrounded by her loving family, following a short illness, and in the tender care of the wonderful nurses, doctors and staff of Milford Care Centre.

Pre-deceased by her brothers Dominic, John, Tom, and sisters Libi and Tess. Loving wife of Frank, dearly loved mother of Redmond and Kate, adored grandmother (Yaya) of Thomas and Charlotte. Lucy will be dearly missed by her son-in-law Paul and Redmond's partner Mónica; her brothers Tony and Michael; sisters-in-law Ruth and Mary; nieces, nephews; the extended English and Shannon families; and all the friends she made over the years.

May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street (today) Monday (17th November) from 6.30pm to 8pm. Funeral arriving at St. Munchin’s Church, Clancy Strand (tomorrow) Tuesday (18th November) for Requiem Mass at 1pm followed by cremation service in Shannon Crematorium at 3pm.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Milford Care Centre.

SWITZER - Noelle (née Bryan) (Shankill, Co. Dublin) – November 15, 2025, peacefully at Blackrock Hospice, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her beloved husband John B. Lovingly remembered by her sister Elizabeth, brother-in-law Michael, nieces Nicola, Cliona and Orla, nephew Ronan, grandnieces and grandnephews, all the Switzer family, relatives and friends. Thanks and appreciation to Dr. Eoin Tiernan and staff at Blackrock Hospital, and the wonderful staff at Blackrock Hospice. Rest in Peace. Funeral Mass tomorrow (November 18) at 10.00am in St. Anne’s Church, Shankill followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery.

McFARLANE - Alan (Thirteenth Anniversary) - Too much loved to ever be forgotten - Lynda, Daniel and Rachael.

BYRNE -

Hilda (née Tierney) Dun Laoghaire 13th November 2025

Peacefully (after a long illness) in the compassionate care of the Sisters & staff of Our Lady’s Manor, Dalkey. Beloved wife of the late John. She is deeply regretted by her loving children, Martin, Rory, Aisling & Killian, brother John and sister Mary, grandchildren, Amy, Conor, William, Tom, Evie, Conor, Molly, Ella, Rosie, Keith & Katie, great- granddaughters Jess, Kate & Laura, son in law Rory Bowman, and daughters in law Triona, Sarah, & Maureen, brother in law Barry & sisters in law Fidelma & Valerie along with a wide circle of nephews, nieces and many loving friends. Remembering also her late brother Fr. Martin & sister Clare.

May she rest in peace.

Reposing in Quinns Funeral Home, Glasthule, Monday 17th November 4pm – 6pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday 18th November at 10am in St. Joseph’s Church, Glasthule which can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/glasthule with burial thereafter in Shanganagh Cemetery. Donations if desired to the RNLI

Neiland - (née Lalor) Una, peacefully, on November 14, 2025, surrounded by her heartbroken family. In the excellent care of the staff in St. Monica’s Ward, SVUH. Deeply loved wife of John for 67 years. Dearly loved by her son Dara and daughter Brona. Sadly missed by daughter-in-law Heather, son-in-law Peter and grandsons Luke and Matthew, extended family, wide circle of friends and neighbours. Reposing Monday (November 17) in Quinn’s of Glasthule from 4pm to 6pm. Removal Tuesday (November 18) to the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey arriving for 10am Funeral Mass which can be viewed online at http://www.churchservices.tv/dalkey followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery.

CURRAN - John, Emeritus Associate Professor College of Dentistry, University of Manitoba, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, in Winnipeg. Formerly of Warrenpoint, Co. Down, Clongowes Wood College and UCD. Beloved husband of Judith, loving father of daughters Aisling, Anne and Veronica (deceased) and sons Mark and Garrett. Deeply missed by his brother Dermot, daughters-in-law Julianne and Alison, son-in-law Chris, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and wider family and friends. Requiem Mass at St. Ignatius Parish Church, Winnipeg, Monday, November 24, 12.30pm. Recording of service available immediately after on cropo.com