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The death has occurred of Brendan Mac Kernan, Mill Road Corbally and formerly Clonlara, Co. Clare.
Brendan passed away on December 6th in the sheltered embrace of his beloved family, his wife Joan and their three sons Ronan, Evan and Conall.
Predeceased by his parents Colm and Mavis, his sister Áine, brothers Paddy and Colm.
Brendan is deeply mourned by his sisters Theresa, Niamh and Siobhán and brother Kieran, daughters in law Noelle, Laura and Ciara and the extended Mac Kernan and Moloney families.
Grandad also known affectionately as “Brandad” will be heart missed by his cherished grandchildren Lottie, Conor, Daithí, Conall Óg, Alexandra and Olivia.
Reposing at Griffin’s Funeral Home, John’s Gate, on Thursday, 11th December, from 4.30pm to 6pm.
Brendan’s life will be lovingly remembered and celebrated at Shannon Crematorium on Friday, 12th December, at 12.00 noon.
All are welcome.
Codladh sámh Breandán
Brendan’s Funeral service can be viewed live Passcode to follow..
Family flowers only please.
Messages of sympathy may be conveyed through the condolences section (below), www.griffinfunerals.com or by post to Griffin’s Funeral Home.
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The death has occurred of Helen Galvin, (nee Leahy) Carrigeen Castle, Croom, Co Limerick.
Died unexpectedly but peacefully on the 6th December 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Loved dearly by her husband John and children Shay, Liza, Sue, John Jnr. and Kate.
Adored by her 14 grandchildren Chloe, Oisin, Sive, Jen, Eoghan, Siun, Alison, Freya, Holly, Ronan, Jesse, Theo, Alex and baby Emma.
Deeply missed by her daughter in law Liane and her sons in law Anthony and James.
Treasured by her sisters Pauline, Betsy and brother Stevie.
Beloved by her Brothers and Sisters in Law, her nieces, nephews and cousins. A special mention for her cherished niece Marie.
Fondly remembered by her wide circle of amazing friends, her wonderful neighbours and all of her fantastic Croom community
May She Rest In Peace
No Flowers please, donations if preferred to Dóchas Midwest Autism Support
“The hardest part of death is not saying goodbye but learning to live without them”
Funeral Arrangements Later
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of John Eaton, Singland Villas and formerly Well Field, Garryowen.
John passed away peacefully at his residence, on the 6th of December.
Deeply regretted by his loving partner Patricia, her sons Alan and Andrew, daughters-in-law Sinéad and Sophie, his beloved grandchildren Mia, Harry, Liam, Rían and Josh, sisters Trisha, Mary, Geraldine, Claire, Imelda and Annette, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, a wide circle of friends and devoted dog Jessie.
Pre-deceased by his parents, Marie and Sean and infant sister Deborah.
Reposing at Cross’s Funeral Home, Lower Gerald Griffin Street, V94 X971 on Wednesday, 10th December, from 5.00-6.30pm.
A service for family and friends will take place on Thursday, 11th December, at 12.00pm in Shannon Crematorium, V14 PV30.
Cremation Service will be streamed live here (Live from 11:55pm | Password: JCE11)
Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Limerick Animal Welfare
We wish to thank the first responders who cared for John and supported us at this difficult time.
May they all rest in peace. To leave a message of condolence, please click here
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