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CLIFFORD - Peter (Thirty Second Anniversary, August 16) — Sadly missed but never forgotten­ by his daughters Simone and Naomi, family and friends. Masses will be offered.

BRESLIN - Harry (late of Dublin) - To the family and many friends, at home and abroad, of the late Harry Breslin. We wish to extend our sincere thanks for your many kindnesses, support and the condolences that we have received. We also send our gratitude and appreciation to the excellent staff in Beaumont Hospital and the Hamilton Ward - your care and kindness was greatly appreciated.

The Breslin family.

O'MAHONY - Pat (Banemore, Kilmoyley, Co. Kerry). On the occasion of Pat’s First Anniversary, his family wish to express our heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation to everyone who supported us following his passing. We are deeply grateful to all who attended Pat’s wake and funeral; those who travelled long distances; sent Mass and sympathy cards, flowers and online messages; and to everyone who showed kindness and compassion during our time of loss. We extend a special word of thanks to his colleagues and friends from HIQA and IPU. Our sincere thanks to all who participated in Pat’s funeral Mass, especially Fr. Tadhg Fitzgerald for celebrating such a beautiful and comforting ceremony. A special thanks to Fr. Richard Sheehy who joined us from Dublin. We also extend our gratitude to the musicians, Noel and Leonard, who enhanced the service. Thanks to Graham Gleasure and his staff for their assistance and professionalism and to the gravediggers who prepared Pat’s final resting place. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for the intentions of all. Pat’s First Anniversary Mass will take place on Sunday 23rd August at 11am in St. Brendan’s Church, Ardfert. The Mass will be livestreamed on church media for those wishing to join us online.

DUNNE - Aileen (née Walsh) (Twenty First anniversary) and Brendan (Fifteenth anniversary): 'Then all at once I see your face and the summer night and the open door, dimmer now but not erased. The things we are made of'. Remembered with love, Maria

DIAMOND - Colum (Diamo).

Tenth Anniversary, August 23rd 2026

Colum, you are loved, sadly missed and always remembered by Noel Ruth, Tricia Pat, Keiron Geraldine, extended family and wonderful friends who continue to keep your memory alive.

We also remember our Mum, Sheila, whose Anniversary occurs around this time.

Anniversary Mass: Sunday, August 23rd at 11.30, St Pius 10th Church.

HYLAND - Remembering Detective Garda Richard, killed in the course of duty August 16, 1940. Marie.

O'LEARY - (née Lehane), Bridget Ann (Breda), Kilmacud Co. Dublin and formerly of Old Youghal Road, Cork, died peacefully on August 12th in the excellent care of Foxrock Nursing Home. Beloved wife of John (Sean), mother of Barry, Eithne and the late Kevin. Breda will be greatly missed by her husband, children, sister Kitty, sister-in-law Joan, daughter-in-law Fionnuala, grandsons Conor and Sean, their partners Sandi and Helen, nephews Neil and Daniel, nieces Ann and Gillian, relatives, friends and neighbours. Funeral Mass will be held at the Church of St Laurence O’Toole, Kilmacud A94 CY83, at 10am on Tuesday 18th August, followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery. House strictly private. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Massey Bros. Blackrock (01) 2804454

May she Rest in Peace

O’CEARBHAILL - Breandán, Bray, We remember Bren with love on his first Anniversary. He is greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Nikki and two daughters, Róisín and Clodagh. Our sincere gratitude to all who have supported us in so many ways since Bren’s passing on August 16, 2025. Thank you to those who attended Bren’s removal, requiem Mass and committal service. A special word of thanks to my brother Michael, our neighbour Tom Moss and Sally Nolan of Alz Pals, the staff of St. Vincent’s hospital, St. Joseph’s Day Care centre in Shankill, all our wonderful neighbours, friends and everyone who sent Mass cards, letters, texts and flowers.

The Holy sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Bren’s kindness, sense of humour and love of family will live on in our home and in our hearts.

Rest in Peace.

DOWNS - Moira (née O’Reilly) (Killiney, Co. Dublin, formally of Merrion Square, Dublin and Enniscorthy, Wexford), August 11, 2026. Peacefully, in St Vincent’s University Hospital, A&E and previously under the excellent and kind care of St Columba’s Ward at St Michael’s Hospital, Kilmacud Medical Centre, Dalkey Public Health team and InisCare Home Care Team. Predeceased by her husband Raymond (2021). Moira will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family, friends, incredible neighbours and the Dun Laoghaire Parish Team at St Michael’s Church. Moira will be reposing on Monday (August 17) from 3pm to 5pm in Carnegies Fanagans Funeral Home, Monkstown, A94XK28. Funeral Mass on Tuesday (August 18) at 11.30am in Sts. Alphonsus and Columba Church, Church Avenue, Ballybrack followed by cremation in the Garden Chapel, Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harolds Cross. No flowers please. Donations, in lieu, if desired to Parkinson’s Ireland.

Rest in peace.

HEHIR - Michael (Thirty Eighth Anniversary) You are always in our thoughts and forever in our hearts. (Ann, William, Jonathan, Colin and Elizabeth)

"Our memories of love will be of you"