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MARREN, Martina J (Mattie), née Grimes, 97 Arden Vale, Tullamore, late of Oakfield House, Sragh, Tullamore, Co. Offaly and formerly of Enniscrone, Co. Sligo, age 97 years, died 28th March, peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff of Newbrook Nursing Home, Mullingar, surrounded by her loving family. Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Bert. Sadly missed by her loving family Hilary (Galvin), Maire (Piggott), Pauline (Regan) and Robert, daughter-in-law Noreen, sons-in-law Michael, Raymond and Padraic, her adored 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren, sister in law Carmel (Grimes), nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. RIP. Reposing at O'Reilly's Funeral Home, Harbour Street, Tullamore (R35 FC84), on Tuesday from 4pm until Removal at 6pm to the Church of the Assumption, Tullamore. Requiem Mass on Wednesday morning at 10am. After Mass the Funeral cortège will proceed to the Church of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo, arriving for Funeral prayers at 2pm. Burial afterwards in St.Patrick's Cemetery, Kilglass, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo.

LANE, (Castleknock, Dublin 15 and late of Beaumont and Connolly Hospitals and the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland), March 29th 2025, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family in the exceptional care of the staff of St. Francis Hospice Blanchardstown, Brian E. FRCSI. Beloved husband of Jean and cherished father of Louise and Brian and beloved uncle of Bobby Vance. Predeceased by his sister Henrietta; sadly missed by his loving family, brother Fr. Dermot, daughter-in-law Sharon, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, cousins, niece, nephews, relatives, colleagues, friends and neighbours. Fondly remembered for his tireless dedication and care to his patients and countless students privileged to learn from him. May he rest in peace. Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Blanchardstown tomorrow Tuesday evening from 5pm to 7pm. Removal on Wednesday morning to the Church of Our Lady Mother of the Church, Castleknock for funeral Mass at 11am, followed by burial in Mount Venus Cemetery. Donations if desired to St. Francis Hospice.

BROWN, Ruth (née Moncrieffe) (Kimmage, Dublin 12) – 28th March, 2025, peacefully, in the tender care of the doctors, nurses and staff of Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross after a short illness borne with great courage and dignity. Dearly loved and loving wife of Peter and dearly loved and loving mother of Stephen and Sheena. She will be very sadly missed by her husband, son and daughter and their families – Lilla, Paddy, Fiona, Sarah and Andrew, her extended family and wide circle of friends. Funeral Service in St. Patrick’s Church of Ireland, Enniskerry on Wednesday (2nd April) at 11.30am followed by interment in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only, please. Donations, in lieu, may be made to Our Lady’s Hospice and Care Services, Harold’s Cross, D6W. All enquiries to Fanagans Funeral Directors, Kimmage - (01) 492 5959 'At Rest'

McCRYSTAL, Alexis, (Ballsbridge, Dublin), (suddenly), March 25, 2025. Alexis will be very sadly missed by her loving sister Lorraine (Gray), brother-in-law Desmond, relatives, friends and neighbours. Predeceased by her mother Nancy and father Gerry (McCrystal). Rest in Peace. Removal on Thursday morning (3rd April, 2025), to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Donnybrook, arriving for 11 o’c Funeral Mass, followed by private burial. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Irish Heart Foundation. House Private

GRUMLEY, (née Bouchier-Hayes) Irene, (Monkstown, Co. Dublin and formerly of Leeson Street, Dublin 2) March 28, 2025. Peacefully, at home with her children by her side. Devoted wife to the late Eamon, adoring mum to Graham and Hilary and cherished granny “Ide” to Kate, Tom, Sarah, Charlie and James. Predeceased by her sister Ann, brothers Tommy, Dermot, David, Philip and Michael. She will be sadly missed by her children, grandchildren, daughter-in-law Eilis, son-in-law Ben, siblings Gillian, John, Mona, Mary and Tim, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Irene will be reposing in Carnegies Funeral Home, Monkstown, X94XK28 tomorrow evening (Tuesday) from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday (April 2) at 10am in St. Patricks Church, Monkstown followed by burial in Deans Grange Cemetery. For those who cannot attend, the Mass can be viewed on the Church webcam. Sympathy messages for Irene’s family can be left in the condolence section on RIP. Donations, in lieu of flowers to the Blackrock Hospice. May she Rest in Peace.

YATES, Sylvia (late of Foxrock, Dublin 18 and formerly of Geneva, Switzerland) – March 27, 2025, peacefully, in the kind care of St. Columcille’s Hospital, Loughlinstown and surrounded by her loving family. She will be lovingly remembered by her family, close friends and wonderful carers Yara and Tracy. Reposing in Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray today (Monday) from 4.00pm-6.00pm. A Funeral Service will take place at the funeral home tomorrow (Tuesday) at 11.00am followed by committal in Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harold’s Cross, Dublin 6W. House private. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to an animal charity of your choice.

DOHERTY, Sylvester (Syl, Sylvie), (Foxrock, Dublin 18, formerly of Belmullet County Mayo.) On 26 March 2025 (in his 96th year) peacefully, and in the wonderful care of Gascoigne House nursing home, Cowper Road. Adored by his wife Mary, his children, Alan, Jean, Conor, Garrett and Keeva, his daughters-in-law Fiona and Sue, his grandchildren Malley, Patrick, Declan and Donal and his sisters-in-law. Very sadly missed by neighbours in Foxrock, members of Elm Park golf club, great friends and relatives. Reposing at Massey Bros. funeral home Newtown Park, Blackrock (A94X308), today Monday 1 April 2025 from 5pm to 7pm. The Funeral Mass will take place tomorrow Tuesday 2 April 2025 at 10am in Church of the Guardian Angels, Newtownpark Ave, Blackrock (A94WF89). Followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. House private. All enquiries to Massey Bros. Blackrock (01) 2804454 May he rest in peace

LEONARD, (née Donovan) Carmel (late of Castleknock and formerly Oxmantown Road) - March 27, 2025 (peacefully) in her 100th year, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Tom, sisters, brother, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Cherished mother of Dorothy, Mary, Louise, Alison and Dominic and adored Nana to her grandchildren Naomi, Caleb, Oskar, Leonie and her great-grandsons Isaac and Otis. Deeply regretted and very sadly missed by her loving children and their partners John, Paul, Declan, Declan and Colin, her sister Joan, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Removal to the Church of Our Lady Mother of the Church, Castleknock, this (Monday) morning (March 31), for 11am Requiem Mass, with Funeral thereafter to St. Brigid’s Churchyard, Castleknock. House private, please. May she Rest in Peace