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NEILAN, Sr. Francis (Agnes), Holy Faith Sisters, (Glasnevin, Dublin and California) peacefully 2nd April 2025 in the Mater Hospital, Dublin. Originally from Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon, she was a resident of Marian House, Glasnevin. Sister Francis lived for many years in Los Angeles and San Francisco where she was involved in Catholic education. Predeceased by her parents Michael and Mary, her brothers and sisters. She will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews, extended family, all Holy Faith sisters, the staff and residents of Marian House, former colleagues and her faithful friends. Reposing in Marian House on Tuesday, (April 8) at 5:00p.m. Removal to convent chapel at 6:00p.m. Funeral Mass Wednesday (April 9) at 11:30a.m. followed by burial in convent cemetery. Funeral Mass will be available to view on http://www.holyfaithsisters.org

GALVIN - Tom - The wife and family of Tom in Kilquade, Greystones, County Wicklow, gratefully acknowledge and appreciate all of the wonderful support and expressions of sympathy in their bereavement. We thank all those who attended Tom's funeral, including the many who travelled long distances, those who sent Mass cards and signed the book of condolences and the great friends who were there for the family in the days before and particularly in the aftermath of this sad time. We especially want to thank the staff of Beacon Hospital, in particular Dr Patrick Hayden, for the years of care given to Tom, and to the wonderful team at Wicklow Hospice. We would also like to extend our gratitude to Fr Des Hayden for the beautiful Funeral Mass and to McCrea's Funeral Directors, Wicklow, for the memorable service. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this message as an expression of our appreciation and gratitude.

O'NEILL - Alexander Rory, MRCVS, retired Veterinary Surgeon, Abbeyfield, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo. Friday April 4, 2025, peacefully at home, in his 91st year. Predeceased by his parents Lex and Bess, sister Auveen. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Finola (Fin), his family, Lorcan and partner Luca (Rome), Auveen and husband Dr. Joe Curran (Clonbur), Fergal, Edel, Rory and husband Anderson (Dublin) and Clare, grandchildren Lizzie, Caoimhe and Fionn, siblings Máire (Los Angeles), Con (Cavan), nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, friends and colleagues. The family wish to acknowledge the invaluable support of all his carers. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace. Reposing at his residence (F31 WC65) on Sunday evening (April 6) from 4 o’clock until 7 o’clock. Funeral cortege will arrive to St. Mary’s Church, Ballinrobe on Monday morning (April 7) at 11 o’clock for Requiem Mass at 11.30, with the Funeral proceeding to the new Cemetery Ballinrobe. Rory’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on Church TV.ie /Ballinrobe. The family would like to thank you for your co-operation and consideration at this difficult time. 

Ar dheis Dé go raibh anam dílis

HUSSEY - Deirdre Brenda (Born in Dublin, and formerly of Dalkey), died peacefully at home in Worthing, England, on March 9, 2025, age 96. She will be remembered fondly by her surviving sister, her nieces, nephews, great and great great nieces and nephews and her godsons. Her funeral will be at 11:00am on Friday April 11, 2025 at St Michael's church, Worthing. Instead of flowers, contributions to charity please. All funeral enquires c/o H. D. Tribe Ltd, 130 Broadwater Road, Worthing BN14 8HU, Tel: +441903 234516

DOWLING, Mary (late of Rathfarnham) – 29th March, 2025, peacefully at Bartra, Loughshinny Residential Nursing Home. Beloved sister of Helen and the late Paddy, sister-in-law of Mariea, and loving aunt of John, Peter, Anne, David, Deirdre and Clair. Deeply regretted and very sadly missed by her loving extended family and friends. Reposing at the Fanagan Kirwan Funeral Home, Fairview Strand, on Wednesday evening (9th April) from 7pm to 8pm with family in attendance. Requiem Mass on Thursday (10th April) at 10am in St. Brigid's Church, Killester, with Funeral thereafter to Glasnevin Crematorium. May she Rest in Peace.

WALL - Patrick (Paddy) (Twentieth Anniversary, April 6) - Forever in our hearts. Lovingly remembered by Eileen, Stephen, Garrett, Stuart and Susan.

LYNCH - Paddy (P.B. O'Loinsigh) - late of Templemore, Co.  Tipperary, Pinewood, Crescent, Dublin 11 and An Post, completed his life's journey on March 7, 2025, in his 90th year. Burial took place in Moylough Cemetery, Co. Galway, following Mass in St. Patrick's Church on Sunday 9 March. 

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. 

Requiescat in Pace.

DUGGAN - On the occasion of the one year anniversary of the death of Esther Duggan (née McDonald) April 4, 2024. Eternal gratitude is extended to the staff of The Fern Dean, Deansgrange where Esther lived in comfort, wonderful care and company for her final years. The parish of Balally where Mum lived and raised her family. Her friends and neighbours, bridge clubs and hospitality group with whom she spent those years. Her creativity with gardens and fabric will long be remembered. Thank you to all of you for your treasured support. Fr Jim and Chincia for your kindness and understanding during the sad and sudden occasion of Mum’s funeral. Esther’s family from Kilkenny and in-laws from Laois who knew how special Esther was, thank you for the comfort you extended. All the many friends of our family who supported us during this very difficult and unexpected sudden passing of Mum. We will be forever grateful. A Mass will be celebrated at Balally parish church and Mooncoin parish church for your intentions.

Eternal rest grant onto her, O Lord

and let perpetual light shine upon

her. May she rest in peace. Amen.

KERRIN - Frankie (19) Lankill, Enniskillen - 

Died on 30 March 1970, following a tragic incident.

Joined in death afterwards by his niece Catriona, father Frank, mother Ita and sister Aideen.

Always remembered by his surviving brothers Donal, Niall, Malachy and their families.

Time erodes grief,

whilst memories give balm.