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CLEARY, Alex (Max) (Stillorgan, Co. Dublin; formerly of Glenageary, Co. Dublin); 30th November 2024, peacefully, in his 72nd year, and in the wonderful care of all the staff at St. Vincent’s University Hospital, and previously in the wonderful care of the staff at Cluain Mhuire Adult Mental Health Services. Beloved son of the late Michael and Norah, and loving brother of the late Niamh. Alex will be very sadly missed by his brother Michael, sister Nollaig, sister-in-law Meral, brother-in-law Kenneth, nieces and nephews Peter, Sarah, Niall, Ciara and Cathal, grandniece Cadhla, his extended family and friends. Rest in Peace. Reposing at Nollaig’s house today (Thursday 5th) from 17:30-19:30. Funeral Mass to take place tomorrow (Friday 6th) at 10am in the Chapel at St. John of God Hospital, Stillorgan Road, which can be viewed on the following link, https://www.churchservices.tv/sjog, followed by cremation at Mount Jerome Crematorium, viewable here, https://www.mountjerome.ie/garden-chapel-service/

SMITH - Rosemary Joy Smith

International Rally Driver, Dress Designer, Founder of Safe Driving Academy.

At the first anniversary of her death, Rosemary’s family wish to warmly extend

immense thanks for the support of her close circle of friends, both during her

illness and following her death. Special thanks go to the wonderful staff of the Oncology and Palliative care team at the Beacon Hospital who went above and beyond in their care of Rosemary, to the world-wide motoring community and especially the Hillman Imp Club who organised the escort at her funeral. Thanks also to all those who attended the funeral service both in person and via the live stream, and to those involved in the preparation and conducting of the funeral and the interment of ashes. Special thanks to all who read or paid tribute to Rosemary, to the designer of the Order of Service, Flanagan Funeral Directors, the Garda Siochana, The Goat, and last but by no means least, everyone who sent heart-warming wishes of condolence.

VAN DER FLIER, Johanna, (Church Hill, Wicklow Town) peacefully at Knockrobin Hill Care Home, Co. Wicklow on 3rd December 2024, shortly after her 98th Birthday. Sadly missed by her loving children Aleida, Eileen, Dirk and Eamon, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and friends.Johanna will be reposing at McCrea's Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Wicklow Town (A67E003) this Thursday evening from 5.00pm to 8.00pm.Removal on Friday to Holy Trinity Church, Castlemacadam, Avoca, Co. Wicklow for 11:00am Funeral Service, followed by interment in adjoining Churchyard. Family flowers only.

MACDOUGALD, , Roisín (née Kennedy), Blackrock, Co. Dublin (formerly of Donnybrook) – 2nd December 2024 peacefully in the wonderful care of Newtown Park House Nursing Home, Blackrock, dearly beloved wife and best friend of the late John (T. J.) adored Mum of Anna and Donal, stepmother of Neil and the late Jill, loving grandmother of Emily, Luka, Timothy and Ella; sister of the late Maeve St. John and Peter Kennedy, sadly and lovingly missed by her family, sister-in-law Evanna Kennedy, nephews and nieces, extended family and many friends. Reposing at Massey Bros. funeral home, Blackrock (A94X308) on Wednesday 4th December from 5pm – 7pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday 5th December at 11 am in Church of the Sacred Heart, Donnybrook, Dublin 4, followed by cremation at Mount Jerome. Family flowers only Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer Society of Ireland. All enquiries to Massey Bros., Blackrock (01) 2804454 May she rest in peace

O'SULLIVAN, (née O’Donnell) Marie T. (Foxrock, Dublin 18 and Blainroe, formerly of Granville Road, Blackrock and late of RTE) December 2nd, 2024. Peacefully, in her 92nd year, surrounded by her loving family, in the care of St. Vincent’s University Hospital. Beloved wife of 66 years to Eoin and much loved mother of Kate, Owen, Frank and Donel; cherished sister of Miriam. Sadly missed by her loving family, son-in-law Maurice, daughters-in-law Maria, Fiona and Linda, grandchildren Kara, Mark, Kym, Eli and Tien, godchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace. Reposing tomorrow (Thursday) evening (December 5th) from 5pm-7pm in Fanagans (Carnegies) Funeral Directors, Monkstown, A94 XK28. Removal on Friday morning (December 6th) to Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock arriving for reception of remains at 9.45am for Funeral Mass at 10.00 am followed by cremation at Mount Jerome. Family flowers only please. House private.

CULLEN, Joan (née Roche) (Templeogue and late of Bulgan, Co. Wexford), 1st December 2024, peacefully in the care of the wonderful staff at Parke House Nursing Home, Kilcock. Predeceased by her husband John, sister Marie, brother Jim and grandson Baby Daniel. Very sadly missed by her loving daughters Valerie and Dearbhla (McDaid), sons-in-law Steve and Mark, grandchildren Laoise, Conor, Rosie and Charlie, nieces, nephew, relatives and friends. Rest in Peace. Reposing at Fanagans Funeral Home, Lower Kimmage Road on Thursday afternoon (5th December) from 12.00pm to 1.30pm prior to her removal to the Garden Chapel, Mount Jerome for a Funeral Service at 2:15pm, followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Irish Heart Foundation. Enquiries to Fanagans Funeral Home, Lower Kimmage Road, Mount Argus-014925959

FOGARTY, Eileen (née Livingstone) (Rathmines, Dublin 6, Bray, Co. Wicklow and Belfast, Co. Antrim) – November 30, 2024, aged 101 years, peacefully, in the loving care of all the staff at Mount Tabor Nursing Home, Sandymount. Beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved sister of the late Douglas and Ken. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by the Hatch, Harwood and Henry families, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday (December 7) at 1.00pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Powerscourt, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow followed by burial in the adjoining Churchyard. ‘Peace, perfect peace’

LONG, (née Fennelly), Ursula (Dalkey, Co. Dublin, and late of Ballintaggart, Co. Tipperary) – 29th November, 2024. Peacefully, in the loving care of Beechfield Manor Nursing Home, after a long illness, patiently borne. Devoted, beloved wife and best friend of Gerard; much loved mother of Ann-Marie and Killian. Sadly missed by her son-in-law Rory, daughter-in-law Gina, granddaughter Pia, and Mollie, sister Anne, brother Fintan, brother-in-law Joseph, sisters-in-law Brenda and Miriam, extended family and friends. Funeral Mass tomorrow morning (Thursday, 5th December) at 10am in the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey. Funeral thereafter to Deans Grange Cemetery. House private, please. May her kind and gentle soul rest in peace.

STEWART - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Frances Stewart (née Wilson), aged 84, who died peacefully on Monday December 2 at Foyle Hospice. Formerly of Liskey House, Strabane and latterly of 21 Cavanacor View, Ballymagorry, County Tyrone. Beloved wife of the late John Stewart, devoted mother of James, Suzanne and Victoria, adored grandmother of Kate and Anna, and sister of Felicity, Hugh and David. A private funeral service (family only) will take place at her home on tomorrow (Wednesday), with burial afterwards at Douglas Presbyterian Church at 1pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Foyle Hospice, 61 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JE.