BYRNE, Gay

This was published in the following publications on 05.11.2019:
Irish Times

BYRNE, Gay (Broadcaster, late of RTE and Sandymount, formerly of Howth and Rialto) November 4, 2019. Peacefully at home in Howth. Beloved husband and best friend to his devoted Kathleen, loving father to Crona and Suzy, adored grandad to Cian, Sadhbh, Kate, Saoirse and Harry, father-in-law to Ronan and Philip and brother of Mary and the late Ray, Ernest and Al. Sadly missed by his family, relatives, neighbours, former work colleagues and a wide circle of friends. Departing on Friday (8 November) through Howth at 11.00am arriving for Requiem Mass at 12.00pm at St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, Marlborough Street, followed by a private burial in St. Fintan’s Cemetery, Sutton. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to to the Irish Cancer Society, 45 Northumberland Road, Dublin 4 and/or St. Francis Hospice, Raheny, Dublin 5. House private. “Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam”

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Thank you for your huge contribution to Irish life Gay. Our hearts are with you Kathleen and the memories of the wonderful interview you gave on The Late Late with one of your beautiful children’s books. Fondest love from your Irish fans

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May you rest in peace, Gay. Thank you for the memories and for all the entertainmen​t! We grew up listening to you. You're a part of Ireland's history. Rest well. V

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God rest Gay you will be sadly missed.

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Simply the Best. DES NEALON

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You could make me laugh and cry RIP Kathleen Rooney Y

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He had not hasn’t nor will ever have an equal. Just fantastic in both radio and tv. He is never ever going to be forgotten and will be talked about relentlessly for many a long year. Gay you were great!

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Thanks for the wonderful chats and walks on Windgate. Slan. Joe & Mary

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God be with you and yours,as you were with us.our lives have been blessed by your very being.sleep peacefully in the arms of the Angels. Brian Lawler

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To Mrs Byrne and Family, so sorry for your lost, a wonderful man and we were all blessed to have him in our lives. Mr Byrne was part of our lives growing up, he will be greatly missed. May he Rest in Peace. Peter Shaffrey from Antwerp

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Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and Gay's family. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace. Pauline O'Donovan,​Kilkenny

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In deepest sympathy. An inmeasurable loss. Mike

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Lorraine Scannell I remember his programme on the radio in my grandparents house in the late 60's early 70's . he was one of a kind. blessed with personality and humility. may he rest in peace.

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Mark Taylor - For many of us in our 40s and 50s, Gay was a constant presence in our lives. He helped to shape Ireland and us. His passing is a big loss. Thank you, Gay.

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"Hitching" at Customs Post in Lifford in 1960's

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With great memories and my deepest sympathy. Helen Penney

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Annmarieb.​johnson@​gmail.com

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I remember Gay dressed up as Bhorn

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a wonderful man gone thanks for the memary

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Such a lovely, warm person. He made you laugh, cry and sigh all at the same time. Sincere sympathy and gentle strength to his beloved family. Peggy O’Neill

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A gentleman, who gave equilibrium to the meaning of life. Loraine C. Murray

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james fox i will miss you gay a fellow biker..rip

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A gift to the Irish nation.​Always looked to a pluralist, compassionat​e, tolerant Ireland by his broadcasts. Father served in the army in First world War and he was proud. Loved his music programmeand his senseof humour.What alife! Thank you

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You were one of a kind Gay. It was like old times listening to your voice so many times on the television and radio today. R.I.P Carol

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Rest easy, Gay and go easy on St. Peter Thanks for all the company and the common touch!

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