The Skipper-R.I.P

07/07/2024

The death has occurred of John Burke of Inishbofin, Galway Ireland, on 04/07/2024. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

10/06/2024

The death has occurred of Noel Wilde

Noel Wilde, Loughshinny, Co. Dublin, 8th June 2024, peacefully at the O'Casey unit surrounded by his loving family. Son of the late May and George, brother of the late Paul and Alan. Sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend Sheila, devoted children Shane, Maria, Aoife, George, Elaine, Barry and Noel, adored grandchildren Emily, Mia, Robyn, Sadhbh, Fainche, Carragh, Jools and Iris, brother Ivan, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, extended family and a large circle of friends.

Reposing at his residence Tuesday from 6pm to 8pm, removal Wednesday to St. Patrick's church Skerries arriving for 11am funeral mass, burial thereafter in Holmpatrick cemetery.

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30/05/2024

The death has taken place of Rainer Krause (The German), Cartron, Kinvara, County Galway, formerly of Dresden, Saxony, Germany on May 28th 2024 at U.H.G.

He will be sadly missed by his wife Mary, sons Ruedi, David, Daniel and Brian, his daughters Heidi and Marianne, sister Hannelore (GR.), his daughter-in-law Amanda, sons in law Chris and Joseph, his grandchildren Andrew, Alan, Christopher, Rebecca, Ultan, Jack, and his great grandchild Ashling, all his nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May he rest in peace



House private by request

Reposing at the Corless Funeral Home Kinvara this Friday 31st May from 4:30pm with removal at 7:00pm to St. Joseph's Church Kinvara. Requiem Mass in St. Joseph's Church Kinvara on Saturday 1st June at 2pm followed by interment in Doorus Cemetery. Mass can be viewed on The Ballinderreen and Kinvara page.



Condolences to the family can be left on the online page below or sent in the traditional manner. All enquiries please to Corless Funeral Services, Kinvara on 086 2645707.



Rainer’s family deeply appreciate your kindness, loyalty, love and support at this time. A special word of thanks to our wonderful family, neighbours and friends for all they have done to help us in these difficult days.

19/04/2024

The death has occurred of

John Murphy
East End, Castletownbere, Cork / Valentia Island, Kerry

Deeply mourned and sadly missed by his wife Mary, daughters Regina (Bergin), Loretta (Czepapiewski) and Mariese, Sister Pat, sons in law Kevin and Mark, grandchildren Lauren, Jacqui, Sarah, Keira and Eoin, brother in law John Edward, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. Predeceased by his sister Marie and brother Mike.



Reposing In Harrington’s Funeral Home, Castletownbere from 5pm - 7pm on Friday (19th) followed by the rosary and removal to his home, HOUSE PRIVATE. Requiem mass will take place at 3pm on Saturday (20th) in The Church Of The Sacred Heart, Castletownbere. John will make his final trip around the pier followed by burial in St.Mary’s Cemetery in Droum. Link to view funeral mass below. Funeral cortège will leave Johns home at approximately 2.30pm.

The death has occurred of John Murphy of Castletownbere, Cork Ireland, on 18/04/2024. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

12/03/2024

The death has occurred of Christy Gargan
Island House, Termonfeckin, Louth / Clogherhead, Louth

Formerly of Almondstown, Clogherhead, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved son of the late Dessie Gargan and brother of the late Breda Egan. Loving father of Maria and Christopher, husband of Angela. Sadly missed by his loving children, wife, son-in-law Cormac, grandchildren Anna, Robyn and Will Christopher, mother Veronica, brothers Gerard, Desmond and Jim, sisters Rita, Joan, Frances and Helen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, relatives and friends.



Rest in Peace.



Reposing at the home of his daughter Maria, Strand Road Termonfeckin (A92 NXE3) from 12 noon until 8pm on Wednesday. Removal on Thursday to The Church of The Immaculate Conception, Termonfeckin, arriving for Requiem Mass at 11am, and thereafter to St. Denis' Cemetery, Clogherhead, travelling via Almondstown and Clogherhead Pier.

27/02/2024

The death has occurred of Denis Carbery Snr
Kille, Kilcar, Donegal (formerly of Mountmellick, Laois)

Predeceased by father and mother Ted and Molly, sisters Rose and Noreen and brother Ted. Sadly missed by his loving wife Máire (né McBrearty), sons Denis (Clair) & Paul (Yvonne), daughters Ann (Manus) & Brenda (Georgie), and grandchildren Áine, Grace, Niall, Niamh, Aoife, Emer, Ciara, Robbie, Kevin, Tara, Orla & Lisa.
Fondly missed by sisters Ann, Mary, Irene, Therese, Colette, Pauline and Fionnaula, sister in law Annemarie, and brothers in law Kevin, Jim (RIP), Tim (RIP), Vincent, Brian (RIP), Michael, Tom, Charlie & Cyril, nieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Rest in Peace
Reposing at McBreartys Funeral Home, Killybegs on Wednesday, 28th February, from 4pm-7pm. Removal on Thursday morning at 12.30pm to St.Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs for 1pm Funeral Mass with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.

Mass will be streamed live at https://mcn.live/.../st-mary-of-the-visitation-church....
House strictly private at his own request please.

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15/12/2023

Des Hurley (Kinsale) on December 14th 2023 tragically following an accident at sea. Beloved son of Jimmy and Noreen, dear brother of Chris, Mark, Jemma and Vikki, partner of Larissa and uncle of the late Robbie.



Sadly missed by his heartbroken parents, brothers, sisters, partner, grandparents Christy and Eileen, uncles David, Jim and Liam, aunt Fiona, nephews Joey and Tadhg, nieces Millie and Olivia, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, neighbours and his large circle of friends especially in the Fishing Community.



Des will be lying in repose at Gabriel and O’Donovan’s Funeral Home, Kinsale on Sunday from 5pm followed by prayers at 7pm.



Removal on Monday at 10.40am from Funeral Home to St. John the Baptist Church, Kinsale for Requiem Mass at 11am which will be livestreamed on https://www.churchservices.tv/kinsale, funeral afterwards to St. Eltin’s Cemetery via The Pier.



House Private please.

07/12/2023

Sad news from Galway of the death of Bertie Ó Fátharta

Bertie will be fondly remembered around the coast as Skipper of the Duthies, Albatross and Girl Cliona

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Funeral details at .https://rip.ie/death-notice/bertie-o-fatharta-bearlta-sheain-galway-aran-islands-538557

30/08/2023

Funeral arrangements for the late West Cork Skipper, Val McCarthy.

Visitation in dunmanway funeral home 7pm to 8pm Monday the 4th of September.

Tuesday the 5th of September at the island crematorium ringaskiddy cork at 2pm.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu to the RNLI would be greatly appreciated.

https://rnli.org/

17/08/2023

The death has occurred of Olgarry Skipper, Noel Mc Ging from Killybegs

Predeceased by his brothers Pat and Danny and granddaughter Molly. Sadly missed by his wife Maire, sons Garry, Marty and John, daughters Olga and Mairead, daughters in law Lisa, Susan and Aileen, sons in law Stuart and Declan, grandchildren Orlaith, Aine, Eoin, Rosie, Bonnie, Bella, Andrew, Jack and Noah, brothers Frank and Michael, sisters in law, brother in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Reposing at his residence (F94 KT96) on Friday, 18th, and Saturday, 19th August, from 12pm to 9pm. House private at all other times. Removal on Sunday morning at 10.30am to St Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs for 11am funeral mass with burial afterwards in the local cemetery.

Mass will be streamed live on www.mcnmedia.tv.

Family flowers only. Anyone wishing to sympathise with the family can do so via the online book of condolence below.

27/03/2023

The death has occurred of Richard Daly

Eyeries Village, Beara and formerly of Kealkill, Co.Cork on the 27th March 2023 peacefully in the care of the staff in Bantry General Hospital surrounded by his loving family, RICHARD. Deeply mourned by his loving wife Virginia (Jenny), children Lorraine, Anthony, Grace and Luke, his sister Bernadette (Maguire) and his adored grandchildren Jamal, Salim and Said, Anthony’s partner Aoife, Luke’s partner Mags and Graces Partner Eoghan. Predeceased by his siblings, John, Billy, Terence, Eamon and Paudie and his sisters Emily, Mary, Veronica and Ellen. Richie will be sadly missed by his cousins, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.



Reposing in Harringtons Funeral Home, Castletownbere on Wednesday (29th) from 5pm to 7pm. Requiem mass will take place on Thursday (30th) at 11am in St.Kentigern’s Church in Eyeries followed by burial in Gortnabulliga Cemetery. Funeral cortège will leave the funeral home at approximately 10.15am where Richie will make his final journey around the pier in Castletownbere before arriving to Eyeries Church. Please use the online condolence page to offer your sympathies to Richies family.



May He Rest In Peace.

14/03/2023

The death has occurred of Paddy Hodgins
Clogherhead, Louth

Paddy, former Harbour Master, Clogherhead and former Honorary Secretary of Clogherhead Lifeboat, beloved husband of the late Joan and predeceased by his sisters Alice and Mary. Sadly missed by his sons and daughters Mary, Hugh, Martin, Patrick, Joan, Joseph and Frances, sons in law Eugene and Martin, daughters in law Helen, Emily, Aisling and Ericka, grandchildren Dylan, Seán, Orlaith, Neal, Shayne, Kaitlyn, Georgia, James, Donnacha, Colm and Niamh, brother in law Brendan, nieces, nephews, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.



May He Rest In Peace



Reposing at his home on the Harbour Road (A92 EH79) today, Tuesday, and tomorrow, Wednesday, from 3 o’clock until 8 o’clock. Removal on Thursday morning at 10.15am driving via “The Pier” arriving to St. Michael's Church, Clogherhead for funeral Mass at 11 o’clock which can be viewed on https://churchmedia.tv/camera/saint-michaels-church. Burial afterwards in St. Denis Cemetery.

06/03/2023

Arthur Reynolds R.I.P
We are extremely sad to announce the death of The Skipper Founding Editor Arthur Reynolds.

Arthur Reynolds R.I.P

We are extremely sad to announce the death of The Skipper Founding Editor Arthur Reynolds.

Since he began The Irish Skipper in 1964 Arthur was a passionate advocate for our fishermen and coastal communities. Over several decades as Editor he documented the high and lows, successes and failures and was never afraid to challenge what he saw was the injustices inflicted on our industry.

To all of us here at The Skipper he was an inspiration and mentor but most importantly a very dear friend.

To Fintan and Anne we offer our deepest sympathies and condolences

He will be missed by all those who live from the sea around our coastline

"The grief of our loss may be with us for a long time, but the joy of our memories will stay forever."

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Funeral arrangements are :

(Blackrock, Co Dublin, and Norway, lifetime subeditor and former night editor of The Irish Times, founding editor of The Irish Skipper and Ireland Afloat, sculptor, sailor, storyteller, adventurer, radio contributor) March 5, 2023. Peacefully, in his 94th year, at Rosepark, Blackrock surrounded by his devoted carers and friends. Predeceased by his wives Stephanie, Mairead Dunlevy and Borghild Lieng and his sister Dorothy. Fondly missed by his son Fintan, stepdaughter Anne (Childs), grandchildren Jessica and John (England), Katherine and Stephanie (Canada), godson Cian (Siggins), and his many friends in Ireland and Norway.

Arthur will be remembered for his wit, wisdom, his love of the sea, his mastery of the newspaper headline and the epitaph he refashioned:

“Pass on by, Death horseman, Cast a life, On cold eye.”

We greatly appreciate the support of Rosepark and his wonderful care team. A Humanist Ceremony and celebration of his life at 9.45am on Wednesday, March 15th in The Garden Chapel at Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harold’s Cross, Dublin 6W.

For those that cannot attend, the service can be viewed online using the following link: https://www.mountjerome.ie/garden-chapel-service/. Donations if desired to the RNLI Dún Laoghaire at RNLI . Family flowers only please. Arthur would prefer that you plant something in his memory.

28/02/2023

It is with profound regret we announce the passing of:

Warnock – Samuel, Called Home 25th February 2023, peacefully, late of The Point, Warnocks Road, Portavogie. Devoted husband of the late Jean, loving father to Neil and Janeen, highly respected father- in-law of Kathryn and Chris, adored granda of Jenna, Cara, Sam, Anna and Alexander, cherished uncle, great-uncle, friend and idolised by his little companion, his wee dog Poppy. A Service of Thanksgiving for Samuel’s life will be held at 2.30pm on Thursday 2nd March 2023 in Glastry Presbyterian Church, followed by committal in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Samuel, if desired, may be made payable to Diabetes - UK (N.I) c/o Adair Funeral Directors, 78 Main Street, Ballywalter BT22 2PJ. Callers welcome at his son Neil’s home, 32 Warnocks Road, Portavogie BT22 1BX between 2.00pm & 8.00pm, Tuesday and Wednesday. Samuel will be sadly, sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his entire family circle, his Church and his friends for the character that he was. “Passed on to calmer seas.”

23/02/2023

Barrow West, Ardfert, Kerry

01/01/2023

The death has occurred of retired Skipper, Dinny Byrne, Marine Drive, Killybegs, Co. Donegal.



Predeceased by his son Denis. Sadly missed by his loving wife Mary, sons James, Aidan, Kevin and Sean, daughters Yvonne and Annette, daughters in law, son in law, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.



Rest in Peace



Remains reposing at his residence from 8pm-10pm on Tuesday evening and from 11am - 10pm on Wednesday. Removal on Thursday morning at 10.30am to St Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs, for 11am funeral Mass. Burial afterwards in the local cemetery. Mass will be streamed live on www.mcnmedia.tv.





House private on the morning of the funeral. Family flowers only, please.

25/12/2022

The death has occurred of Michael (Mick) McSweeney
'Doonashode', Dunmore East, Waterford / Baltimore, Cork

December 23rd peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his sisters Kathleen and Rita and his brother Pádraig (Paddy). Deeply regretted by his wife Úna, son Gearóid, daughters Ciara and Eimear, brother Dermot, sister-in-law Kathleen, sons-in-law Andy and PJ and grandchildren Michael, Síofra, Darragh, Ciarán and Eamonn, as well as his nephews, niece, neighbours and friends.

May his gentle soul RIP

Funeral Arrangements Later

23/12/2022

The death has occurred of Retired Skipper Joe Taylor

Killea and formerly of Hook View and Marian Terrace, Dunmore East, Waterford

Died December 22nd 2022

Loving husband of Agnes and much loved father of Suzanne, Ger, Joseph, Keith, Clifford, Niall and Anthony. Will be sadly missed by his father-in-law Gerry Jordan, brothers Gerry, Nicky and Michael, sister Ann, grandchildren, great grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.


Reposing at his residence on Friday 23rd December from 5.00pm until 7.00pm. Due to the current surge in Covid mask wearing is advisable.

House Private at all other times please.


Requiem mass in the Holy Cross Church, Killea at 1.00pm on Monday, 26th December 2022, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only please donations in lieu to the R.N.L.I.

May Joe Rest In Peace

15/12/2022

The death has occurred of Billy Broderick
Riverdale Heights, Killybegs, Co. Donegal (formerly of Youghal, Co Cork). Sadly missed by his wife Olivia, daughter Melissa, sons Cory, Evan and Kalen, extended family and friends. RIP.



Remains reposing at Mc Brearty’s funeral home from 12-2pm strictly on Thursday.



Removal from his home at 10.30am on Friday morning to St Mary of the Visitation Church, Killybegs for 11am Funeral mass.



Burial afterwards in the local cemetery. Mass will be streamed live on www.mcnmedia.tv.



Family flowers only please. Anyone wishing to sympathise with the family can do so via the online book of condolence below.



House strictly private please.

11/11/2022

RIP Donal Doherty

The death has taken place in Dungloe Hospital of Donal Doherty Mullaghduff. His remains will repose at Mc Glynns Funeral Home today Friday from 2pm until 6pm with Rosary at 6pm followed by removal to his home. Wake on Saturday from 11am until Rosary at 9pm Funeral Mass on Sunday at 1pm in St Mary's Church Kincasslagh with interment in Belcruit Cemetery.

01/11/2022

The death has occurred of John (Gaff) Moriarty
Pier Gates, Sea View, Fenit, Kerry / Tralee, Kerry

John (Gaff) Moriarty died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, his wife Breda, daughter Mary, son-in-law Declan and his brother Pat. Predeceased by his sister Geardine. John will be forever loved and sadly missed by his loving family, his nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law and all his close friends.

Reposing at "The Rose Room" Hogan's Funeral Home, Tralee, on Wednesday, 2nd November 2022, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Funeral cortege arriving to the Church of the Purification, Churchill, on Thursday, 3rd November, at 1.30pm where the Requiem Mass for John will be celebrated at 2.00pm (live streamed on www.churchmedia.tv/churchill). Interment afterwards in Réalth Na Mara, Cemetery, Churchill.



Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the Palliative Care Unit, University Hospital Kerry. If you wish to offer messages of sympathy to John's family, please use the "condolence" link below.

08/10/2022

Ollie Dillane R.I.P

MFV Róise Catríona Crew Tribute

It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of our friend and crew man Ollie Dillane. Ollie was a valued and skilled member of the crew onboard MFV Róise Catríona for 14 years and he passed his knowledge and skills onto many new upcoming crew over those years.

As a mark of respect to Ollie's life spent as a fisherman he will make his final journey along the town pier in Castletownbere at approx 2.30pm on Monday 10th Oct following his funeral Mass

RIP Ollie and thank you for your friendship, skill and dedication over the years.

20/09/2022

With kind permission from Margie's family:
DAVIDSON (Cruden Bay)
Peacefully, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Thursday 15th September 2022, Margie Cowe aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Dennis, a much loved and loving mum of Douglas and the late DJ, a dear mother-in-law of Alison, a proud and devoted grandma of Stacey, Scott, Steven and Chloe, a loving great grandma of Paisley and Sophie, a dear sister to Aileen and sister-in-law of the late Danny. Very sadly missed. Service of Thanksgiving for Margie’s life to be held in The Almanythie Hall, Grange Road, Peterhead on Thursday 22nd September at 10.30 a.m. to which all friends are respectfully invited. No flowers please, but if so desired, donations in lieu of flowers at the hall door for chosen charities. Please wear a touch of colour. For those unable to attend, Margie’s service can be viewed using the following link https://youtu.be/dfx6l77YuWY

15/07/2022

The death has occurred of John Joe Millane, Castletownbere, Cork / Aran Islands, Galway

Predeceased by his parents, Patcheen and also Bid Villa and Martin O’Toole; brother Padraig Villa, Patsy O’Toole,Thomas & Máire O’Toole, Catherine & Frank O’Toole & Maura Whelan.



Sadly missed by his brother Tony Millane, John & Maureen, Michael & Ann and Enda O’Toole, Ray Whelan, niece Maureen Burke, and nephew’s Padraic Millane, Denis and Reddy Whelan, cousins, and a large circle of close friends and neighbours.



Reposing in Harrington’s Funeral Home, Castletownbere, on Saturday (16th) from 5.30 - 7pm. Funeral cortège will leave the funeral home at approximately 11am Sunday (17th) making its way around the pier before leaving for Rossaveal in Co. Galway, for the 6.30pm ferry to Inishmore. Requiem Mass will take place at 12 midday in Seipeal Eoghanacht followed by burial in the seven church's graveyard afterwards.



May He Rest In Peace

12/07/2022

John Byrne - Byrne Seafoods R.I.P

This evening, Malin GAA have lost our beloved friend and Club Treasurer, John Byrne.
Over the next few days, we will try our best to come to terms with the sudden loss of someone with such devotion to our Club and the entire Community.
John will be leaving Collins Funeral Home, Culdaff at half past midnight tonight.
On behalf of the Club, we ask if you could gather in Malin Town as he makes his way home, passing his beloved Connolly Park.
Our deepest condolences to the entire family.
RIP John Byrne 1949-2022. 🖤💛

07/07/2022

The death has taken place of Mr Charlie McBride R.I.P.

The funeral will be on Sunday, leaving the house at Cromlech Park, Kilkeel at 2pm for the funeral service at Mourne Presbyterian Church.

More funeral arrangements when available

25/06/2022

The death has occurred of Timmy Lynch
St. Joseph’s Villa’s, Castletownbere, Cork

LYNCH, St Joseph’s Villa’s, Castletownbere, Co.Cork on June 23rd 2022 peacefully in the care of the staff in Castletownbere Community Hospital in the presence of his loving family, TIMMY. Beloved husband of Monica and dear father of Joseph and Declan. Timmy will be sadly missed his sister Anne, daughters in law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbours, cousins, relatives and friends.



Requiem Mass will take place on Monday (27th) at 11am in The Church of The Sacred Heart, Castletownbere, followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Droum.


Timmy's funeral Mass can be viewed on the attached link https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/church-of-the-sacred-heart-1


Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to Castletownbere Community Hospital.


Funeral cortège will leave the funeral home at approximately 10am, where Timmy will make his final journey to Berehaven Golf Club and will arrive back at the church at approximately 10.45am.


May He Rest In Peace

15/06/2022

Deepest Condolences to Patrick Murphy - IS&WFPO on the passing of his Mother Theresa earlier today

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The death has occurred of Theresa Gibney Murphy, of Howth, Skibbereen and Charleville, peacefully after a long illness. Loving mother to Karan, Patrick, Sonia, and Daniel. Son-in-law Seán and daughter-in-law Rose.

Reposing in Staffords Funeral Home, Golf Links Road, Portmarnock on Saturday morning 18th June from 8.30am to 9.30am. Removal to the Church of the Assumption, Howth on Saturday morning, for 10am Funeral Mass followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium.

Deeply missed by her cherished grandchildren, Andrew, Saoirse, Aishling, Eoin-Daniel, Niamh, Róisín, Kyra, Clara, Aidan and Achileas.

Brothers, Michael, Tom and Paddy. Sisters-in-law. Also by her much loved nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Predeceased by her adored sisters Mamie and Margaret.

Sincere thanks to Vanessa and Louise, Charleville, for their kindness and care.

Heartfelt thanks to Aperee Bantry Living for the wonderful care of Theresa in her final months.

Reposing at Romie O’ Donovan’s North Street Skibbereen from 7-8pm.

Further funeral arrangements to follow.

24/04/2022

Death of Bryan Casburn, Former head at Galway & Aran Fishermen's Co Op

https://rip.ie/death-notice/bryan-victor-casburn-moycullen-galway/493733

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

06/04/2022

The Death has occured of Fisherman Bobby Creedon, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin

https://rip.ie/death-notice/bobby-creedon-knocklyon-dublin/491774

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