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KILDUFF, Anne (Ballsbridge Dublin) 24th May 2025 (peacefully) in the wonderful care of the staff of Marymount Care Centre, Lucan. Former teacher in Dominican College Eccles Street and Griffith Avenue, Drumcondra. Predeceased by her parents Jeremiah and Margaretta, her sister Margaret (Hurley), her brothers Tom and Dermot. Anne will be very sadly missed by her sister Kathleen (Kay Campbell), her nieces, nephews, brother-in-law, Brian, sister-in-law Margaret, wider family, friends and neighbours in Serpentine Park. Rest in Peace. Removal tomorrow morning Wednesday to the Church of St. Mary’s, Star of the Sea, Sandymount arriving for 11.00am Funeral Mass followed by burial at Deansgrange Cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

McDONAGH, Noel Hilary (Clonskeagh, Dublin). Passed away peacefully on Sat 24 May 2025, in the wonderful care of the staff of Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross. Deeply missed by his dearly loved wife, Moira (née Hannon), children, Mark, Brian and Hilary, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, adored grandchildren, sisters, extended family and friends. Reposing at Rom Massey & Sons Funeral Home, Cranford Centre, D04 X446 (opposite UCD Flyover) tomorrow Tuesday 27 May from 5pm to 7pm. Requiem Mass will take place at the Church of the Miraculous Medal, Bird Avenue, D14 VP11, on Wednesday, 28 May, at 11am, followed by burial at Kilternan Cemetery Park, D18 X22C. For those unable to attend, the Mass may be viewed live at https://www.memoriallane.ie/Livestream/. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross at www.olh.ie. “May he rest in peace”

KANE, Michael (Ballsbridge, Dublin 4) - Artist and member of Aosdána - on 23rd May 2025. Beloved husband of Shelley McNamara and loving father of Oisin and Aoife. He will be sadly missed by his wife, son and daughter, brother Tony, son-in-law David, sisters-in-law Barbara and Erica, brothers-in-law Bernard and John, extended family, friends, supporters, fellow artists and members of Aosdána. Michael was looked after with dignity and tenderness by the doctors, nurses and staff at Blackrock Clinic, and by his carers at home. A service in celebration of Michael’s remarkable life will take place in the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome Cemetery, Harold's Cross on Wednesday (28th May) at 10.00am. He will be laid to rest afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Michael’s family appreciate your kindness and thoughts, and ask that their home remain strictly private at this sad time.

KILROY - In the presence of his family, the peaceful death has occurred of John Kilroy of Bennettsbridge,

Co. Kilkenny and formerly of Green View Terrace, Callan, Co. Kilkenny, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Teresa, and loving father of Deirdre, Eleanor, Miriam,

Thomas and Lucy, who are broken hearted and will miss him terribly. Lovingly remembered by his sons-in-law Cian, Rob, Thomas and Sean. His adoring grandchildren Oscar, Tara, Ruadhan, Amber, Hugh and Grainne

who will feel his absence greatly, as well his beloved sisters, Bernie (Sr. Mercy),

Philly, and Ursula, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.

Predeceased by his sisters, Sr. Maureen and Josie (Sr. Perpetua) and brothers Michael, Paddy, Tommy and Brendan.

Reposing at his home in Bennettsbridge, (Eircode R95 E8XN), on Tuesday, May 27 from 3pm concluding with Rosary and Vigil Prayers at 7pm. Funeral arriving to St. Bennett’s Church, Bennettsbridge (Eircode R95 HC93)

for Requiem Mass on Wednesday morning, May 28 at 11.30am. Burial will follow afterwards in the adjoining churchyard.

May John Rest in Peace

O'REILLY, (née O’Meara) (Glenageary, Co. Dublin, late of Templemore and Portlaoise) 23rd May 2025, peacefully at home. Ellen Mary (Nell) beloved wife of Martin, loving mother of Michael, Jim and Geraldine. Sadly missed by her husband, children, sons-in-law Tony and John, daughter-in-law Mary, grandchildren Alison, Claire, Jamie, Hannah and Sam, great grandchildren Teddy and Rosie, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Also remembering her late daughters Josephine-Anne and Joan and her son-in-law Sean. Reposing Monday May 26th at her home from 5pm-7pm. Removal Tuesday May 27th to St. Michael’s Church, Dun Laoghaire arriving for 11.30am Funeral Mass followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis

McMURTRY, - Aubrey Victor, on 22 May, 2025, in his 91st year. Much loved husband of Barbara and dear father of Richard, Ian, and Nicola; proud and devoted grandad to Daniel, Emily, Julia, Isabelle, and James, cherished elder brother of Lionel, Ruth, and Jean, mourned with love by his daughters-in-law Jenny and Hyewon, extended family, and friends. Aubrey will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. Sincere thanks to the staff of St Brigid's ward at the Bon Secours hospital for their wonderful care. Service of remembrance and thanksgiving to be held tomorrow (Tuesday) at St Mary's Church of Ireland, Deerpark, Howth at 11am. In Heavenly Love abiding.

DUFFY - Aidan G (Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin). First Anniversary (died 26 May 2024). We would like to extend our deepest appreciation and offer our heartfelt thanks to family, friends, neighbours, colleagues, carers, staff at the Beacon Hospital and St Vincent’s Hospital and all who helped over the years and supported us during our bereavement. Sadly missed and in loving memory. Remembering you today and every day with great love and affection. Brenda, Ian, Ailbhe and Karl 

COLLINS, Michael D. (Ennis) May 21, 2025. Peacefully, at the Fergus Ward, Ennis Hospital. Predeceased by his wife Teresa (née Kelly). Sadly missed by his partner Dorothy, sons Micheál and Pádraig, daughter Sinéad, daughters-in-law Viki and Jeanette, son-in-law Scott and grandchildren Matthew, Stephen, Liam and Niamh, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposing at Kennedy’s Funeral Home, Ennis, Monday (May 26) from 6 o’ clock to 7:30 o’clock followed by Removal to Ennis Cathedral. Funeral Mass on Tuesday (May 27) at 11 o’ clock, followed by Cremation Service at Shannon Crematorium at 1 o’ clock. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

O'KELLY - Morgan (Glasnevin) First Anniversary – May 21.

Lovingly remembered today and always.

Sadly missed by Sean, Mort, and Caitríona.

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