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HANLON - Rachel (née Dalton), it is with indescribable sadness that we share the passing of Rachel, who died peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday 4th October in the care of Blackrock Hospice after an incredibly courageous battle against cancer. Beloved wife of Darren and most loving Mom of Emilia. Predeceased by her father Padraig. Very sadly missed by her husband, daughter, mother Bernadette, brothers Greg, Patrick and sister Vanessa, brothers-in-law Barry, Jamie, Karl, Sean, sisters-in-law Brenda and Juliet, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, friends and neighbours. Over the past three years, Rachel faced every challenge with extraordinary strength, resilience and deter-mination, and her commitment to creating meaningful moments for our family never wavered. From the Paris Olympics to Disneyland LA, glamping weekends around Ireland to dolphin searching in the Adriatic to name just a few, Rachel has devoted this period to creating family memories during an incredibly difficult time. We would like to offer special mention to the incredible staff in the Beacon Hospital, who looked after her so well throughout her journey. We are also incredibly thankful to the wonderful nurses, doctors, carers and volunteers who made her final days so peaceful and calm, within Our Lady’s Hospice Blackrock. Reposing in Massey Bros. Funeral Home Blackrock (A94 X308), on Tuesday 6th October from 5pm – 7pm.

A ceremony to Celebrate her Life will take place on Wednesday 7th October at 10am in the Victorian Chapel, at Mount Jerome Crematorium (D6W HY98), and all are welcome. Rachel’s light, kindness and love will stay within our hearts forever. Donations to Our Lady’s Hospice, Blackrock in lieu of flowers. All enquiries to Massey Bros. Blackrock (01) 2804454

We love her to the moon and back.

MADDEN - Brian - 4th October 2026, Late of Templeogue and formerly of Sarsfield Road, Inchicore.

Peacefully surrounded by his family in the exceptional care of the staff at Our Lady's Hospice, Harold's Cross. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Kathleen and his sister Maeve. Beloved husband of Katherine and loving father of Declan, Ciara, Daniel, Colin and Jenny and beloved grandfather of Lachlann, Lexi and Zoe. Brian will be sadly missed by his wife, his children and their partners, his grandchildren, the extended Madden family including the Neary, Murphy, O' Shea and McGibney families and his former New Ireland Assurance colleagues and many friends. Reposing in Massey Bros. Funeral Home, Templeogue Village this Wednesday 7th October from 5pm to 7pm.

Funeral Mass on Thursday morning in St. Pius X Church, College Drive, D6W A611, arriving for 11.30am Requiem Mass followed by burial in Esker Cemetery, Lucan.

May he Rest in Peace.

FINN - Ted - First anniversary. In loving memory of Ted, who died on the October 5, 2025. Yvonne, Doreen and Alan wish to acknowledge and thank everyone who sympathised with and supported us in our recent sad loss. Thank you to everyone who visited, left condolences on RIP, sent letters and cards, and came to Ted's repose and funeral. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this as a token of our deep appreciation.

We loved Ted, and we miss him every day.

HEALY - – (Ratoath) – In loving memory of our dear father and mother, Joe and Molly, who died October 6, 1974. Always remembered by their loving son and daughter, Joe (Roscommon) and Valerie (Dublin).

CASHELL - Des (Thirteenth Anniversary) - Missed today and every day by his loving wife Gemma.

WARD - Desmond (Leitrim and Castleknock) First Anniversary. In loving memory of Des, who died on the 6th October 2025. Evelyn and family wish to acknowledge and thank most sincerely everyone who supported and sympathized with us during our recent sad loss. We are deeply grateful to everyone who visited the house, left messages of condolence on RIP, sent beautiful letters, or joined us in celebrating Des’s life at his Funeral Mass. To our incredible friends and neighbours, your continued presence and practical support have been a source of immense strength. Special thanks to Elmgreen Nursing home for their exceptional care and kindness to Des. We also wish to thank Father Damian McNeice, for his kindness and comforting words and Zoe and all at Cunninghams Funeral Directors for their utmost professionalism and guidance. Des, always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Sadly missed by his loving family.

No matter how life changes,

No matter what we do,

A special place within our hearts is always kept for you.