Thank You For The Days

On golden South Beach… Pic: GG

t’s always difficult to know what to say to someone who has just lost a loved one…

You can always try a few traditional words of comfort, letting them know just how much their dearly departed will be missed.

Then again, maybe a little borrowed philosophy about this notoriously mortal coil might help bring a little perspective into the equation.

Always look on the bright side of death, and all that. As the late, great W.C. Fields quipped, it’s a funny old world, and you’d be lucky to get out of it alive. When it came to the big farewell, Sir Woody of Allen famously said that he wasn’t afraid of dying, he just didn’t want to be there when it happened, whilst an anonymous London graffiti artist of the late ’70s perhaps said it best when he sprayed ‘Death is just nature’s way of telling you to slow down’.

And as to why more and more people are choosing cremation for their final curtain, well, must be nice to finally have a smoking, hot body.

Which all goes to prove that you have to hold on to your sense of humour when dealing with the final curtain, embracing all the joyous, triumphant and plain ol’ silly moments that makes up a life well lived.

May all such happy memories flood over those who knew and loved the people we have lost…

Paddy Roche Killincarrig Road

Dr. Paddy (Patricia) Roche (née Johnson) of Killincarrig Road, Greystones, Co. Wicklow formerly Tralee, Co. Kerry. July 8th 2026, peacefully surrounded by loved ones, while in the comfort of her own home. Pre-deceased by her husband Charlie FPSI (Charles Aloysius), son Fergal, grandson Tighearnán, brother Richard and brother-in-law Skipper. Remembered with much love and respect by her children Hilary, Charlie Jnr, Fiona, Paul, David and Richard, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, much cherished grandchildren, great granddaughter Ailbhe, their parents, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, sisters Mary and Anne (Morgan), extended family and circle of friends.

Reposing at her home (A63 WA21) on Friday July 10th from 5pm until 7pm. Funeral Mass to celebrate Paddy’s life at 2pm on Saturday July 11th in Holy Rosary Church, La Touche Road, Greystones A63 N478 (streaming live here), after which Paddy will be laid to rest in Redford Cemetery, Blacklion, Greystones, with her beloved family who have gone before her. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílís. Condolences here. Enquiries to Mark Kinsella Funeral Home on 012810360.

Liam ‘Ted’ Doyle Delgany, Churchtown

Liam ‘Ted’ Doyle, (Delgany Co. Wicklow and formerly of Churchtown, Dublin) – July 6th, 2026. Passed away peacefully on his 62nd birthday in the loving care of the staff at the Wicklow Hospice, and while surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of the late Sandra Doyle (née Farrell), cherished father of Seán and Níamh, much-loved brother of Margaret, Bernie, Linda, Noeleen, Barbara, Alan and the late Jimmy. Sadly missed and forever remembered by all his loving family, daughter-in-law Sophie, his adored grandchildren Isabelle, Joshua, Elora, Everly and Seb, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he Rest in Peace.

Liam will repose at JP Ward & Sons Funeral Home, Sandyford Village (D18 C8P7) on Friday evening (July 10th) from 4pm to 6pm. Removal on Saturday morning (July 11th) to the Church of the Holy Rosary, La Touche Road, Greystones arriving for 10am Mass (streaming live here), followed thereafter to Kilternan Cemetery Park, Ballycorus Road, Kilternan. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in memory of Liam to the Wicklow Hospice here. Séan and Níamh would like to take this opportunity to thank Valerie and all the team at the Wicklow Hospice for the wonderful care they gave to their father Liam during his time with them. Condolences here. All enquiries to JP Ward & Sons Funeral Home, Sandyford Village on 012135905.

Billy Synnott Newcastle

Billy Synnott Newcastle Co Wicklow. Sunrise 8th March 1969. Sunset 7th July 2026. Billy passed away peacefully on Tuesday 7th July aged 57 surrounded by his loving family and in the wonderful care of ICU at St James’ Hospital. Predeceased by his parents Betty and Pat and by his sister Irene. Sadly missed and will never be forgotten by his son and best friend Colin along with his adored granddaughter Layla, Colin’s mother Anne, siblings John, Ollie and Bernie, brother-in-law Barry, sister-in-law Helen, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. May he rest in peace.

Billy was a die-hard Manchester United supporter and the family would love people to wear a united jersey or something red and white to celebrate Billy’s Life. No Liverpool jerseys please. Billy will repose at the William Doyle Funeral Home, Kilcoole from 4pm until 7pm on Friday 10th July. The funeral cortège will leave from Oaklawn, Newcastle on Monday 13th at 11.45am walking to The Castle Inn and then driving to St Anthony’s Church Kilcoole to arrive for 12.30pm funeral mass (streaming live here), after which Billy will be laid to rest with his parents in Kilquade New Cemetery. Condolences here. Enquiries to William Doyle Funeral Home on 012871010.

Jane Porfiri Greystones, Gorey

22nd November 1968 – 3rd July 2026
Jane Margaret Porfiri (née Norman) passed away 3rd July 2026. Aged 57 Years. Late of Glass House Mountains, Queensland, Australia. Formerly of Craanford, Gorey, Co. Wexford & Blacklion, Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. Beloved wife of Mick, deeply loved and cherished Mum of Vinny, Gus and Monty. Dearly loved sister of Alison, Stuart and Jonathan. Daughter to the late Fred & Barbara. Sadly, missed by her extended family and a wide circle of friends in Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and the UK.

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Janes life on Tuesday 21st July 2026 at the Gregson and Weight Chapel, 5 Gregson place Caloundra, Queensland, Australia 4551 at 1pm local time (4am Irish time on Tuesday 21st July 2026 – streaming live here). Details of a memorial service for Jane in Ireland will be released at a later date. ‘I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord which made heaven and earth.’ – Psalm 121. Condolences here.

Coral Elizabeth Shortt Bray, KIlmac, Ashford

Coral Elizabeth Shortt (née Kinlay), late of Blackwater, Co. Wexford and formerly of Bray, Kilmacanogue and Ashford, Co. Wicklow and former instructor for the Ski Club of Ireland, passed away peacefully on 7th July, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband James (Jimmy), children Jackie, Louisa and Simon, grandchildren Corey and Keelan, son-in-law Dave, Jackie’s partner Ruud, sister Heather, brother Garnet, extended family and many friends. Predeceased by her sister Beryl and brother Howie.

Coral’s cremation will take place privately at her own request. Condolences here. Enquiries to Colliers.

Dáire Shaw Greystones

Dáire Shaw, Greystones, 4th July 2026. Beloved only daughter of Carmel and the late Harry Shaw, following an illness bravely borne has passed peacefully on her 50th birthday. Remembered adoringly by her daughter Ruby, mother Carmel, brothers Conor, Ronan, Brian and Declan, sisters in law Ella, Claire and Annabel, nephews Elliot and Francis, and niece Kerrianne, as well as Penelope the dog.

Reposing at McCrea’s Funeral Home, Marine Terrace Greystones (A63PK81) from 6pm to 8pm this Monday evening the 6th of July. Removal this Tuesday to McCrea’s Cremation Chapel, Dublin Road, Wicklow Town (A67E003) for 12 noon Cremation Service (streaming live here). Condolences here. Enquiries to McCrea’s Funeral Home & Cremation Chapel on 0872888981.

Paddy O’Hara Greystones, Cork

Paddy O’Hara (née Whyte) Church Road, Blackrock, Cork, and formerly of Greystones, Co. Wicklow and Weybridge, Surrey). On July 4th 2026, peacefully, at home in the presence of her family, Dearly beloved wife of the late Pat, much loved mother of Patrick and Connor, adored grandmother of Billy, Daniel, Patrick, Aoife, Hugo and Erin and dear sister of the late Moyra and Angela. Lovingly remembered by her family, daughter-in-law Carmel, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Requiem Mass at 2pm on Wednesday (July 8th) in St. Michael’s Church, Blackrock (streaming live here). Funeral afterwards to The Island Crematorium, Rocky Island, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork. Family flowers only please. House Private please. Condolences here. Enquiries to Jerh O’Connor & Sons Ltd on 0214507711.

Patrick ‘Finn’ Gillick Kilmacanogue

Patrick ‘Finn’ Gillick of Kilmacanogue, Co. Wicklow and formerly of Blackrock, Co. Dublin died peacefully on Sunday 5th July 2026. Lovingly remembered by his beloved daughter Fay, sisters Bernadette (Mary) and Marcella, granddaughter Mai; Sue, Lorcan, nephew Malachi, nieces Rosie and Emily, brother-in-law Barry, extended family and many friends.

A Funeral Service and Celebration of Life will take place in Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray on Friday (10th July) at 12 noon (streaming live here). A private cremation will take place at a later date. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland here. Condolences here. Enquiries to Colliers.

Vincent Synnott Greystones, Newtown

Vincent Synnott of Greystones and Main Street Newtown, Co. Wicklow. July 3rd 2026 peacefully surrounded by his devoted family while in the exceptional care of Liz, Pat, Billy and their team at Eyrefield Manor Nursing Home. Remembered with love by his beloved wife Flora (née McDonald), their children Helen, Cormac and Dermot, adored grandchildren Dillon, Andrew, Jessica, Alanna, Holly, Ryan, Josh and Lyla, son-in-law Donal, daughters-in-law Mairead and Kathy, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and wide circle of friends. Remembering at this time his late siblings Ursula, James (JJ), Denise and Irene, his brother-in-law and great friend Michael Carey.

Funeral Mass to celebrate Vincent’s life at 12.30pm Monday (July 6th) in St. Patrick’s Church, Kilquade after which Vincent will be laid to rest in Priest Newtown Cemetery, Kilquade. No flowers by request, donations in memory of Vincent to Wicklow Hospice Magheramore here. Condolences here. Enquiries to Mark Kinsella Funeral Home on 012810360. May he rest in peace.

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