Anthony McDONALD

Dear Lorna and family,
We only heard the sad news yesterday. I came to know Antony years ago. We often met in the 66A bus, when he joined on his way to or back from Heuston Station.
It was always a pleasure listening to Anthony. I often wondered if there was anything at all that he did not know about railways. But not only that, he was such a nice and kind person.
We know that he will be sorely missed by all who knew him, so the loss will be felt even more by his immediate family.
We offer our heartfelt condolences and would appreciate if we could be told when the commemorative Mass or service will be held,
Rudy and Catriona Jakma, Leixlip

I only knew Anthony a short time from late 2017 when I took up my interest in the IRRS a little more seriously. Anthony was kind enough to show me around the premises and gave me his very personal account of his work that he had carried out there. He was particularly excited at having rescued great swathes of archive material from being dumped at Connolly Station. We also met at several model railway shows and I was always impressed by Anthony's amazing fund of knowledge and his wide circle of friends. The last time I saw him was earlier this year after having heart surgery but he seemed well then. My deepest sympathies to all of his family on such an early demise.

sincere sympathy to the mc donald family on the death of Anthony may he rest in peace

Very sad to learn of Anthony's passing even though he had alerted me to his state of health; I was shocked to view his very long list of medications. Helpful is the the word that always comes to mind when thinking of him and he was very cheerful company. I was impressed by his great interest in his family and always enjoyed meeting his children when he brought them down to the IRRS archives. I am still using the olive oil he so thoughtfully gave me for my ulcers and sore legs!
Sincere condolences to Lorna and his mother and also to his 3 children.

Deepest condolences to Lorna, Caoimhe, Oisín, Fáinne and all who mourn Anthony. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís.

Dear Lorna, so sorry to hear of the loss of Anthony. Such good memories of him at the Scouts and SRFC. Our thoughts are with you, Caoimhe, Oisín and Fáinne.

We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Anthony's passing. He was a beautiful person who gave so much to so many people.
He will be forever remembered.
Thinking of you Lorna and the children

Sincere sympathy on your sad loss.

Sincere sympathy to Mary and all Anthony's family

My deepest condolences to Anthony's family and friends on his untimely passing. The railway fraternity will be in a poorer place by his absence. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to you Lorna, children and all the family on Anthony's passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Such sad news to hear of Anthony’s passing....may he rest in peace and I offer my deepest sympathy to Anthony’s family at this difficult time....

Dear Lorna,

We are thinking of you and all the family at this very sad and difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest in Peace Anthony.

Paddy so sorry to hear of the passing of your nephew Anthony condolences to and family please pass on our sympathies to his mother Mary and to Lorna and family

I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss I have many fond memories in Wexford with Anthony my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Deepest Sympathy.Mary on the untimely passing of Anthony R I P.

I’m shocked and saddened at this news, I have so many fond memories of Anthony and sharing them with Helen over the last few days. Anthony was a very special man and I am sending all my love to you Lorna and all three kiddies, I cant fathom how you must be doing but know you are loved and supported by so many.

My deepest condolences

Rach x

Dear Lorna
My deep condolence on the passing of Anthony ,he was a kind and generous family man that loved you all so much .we talked a lot at the model shows about his Family and his hobby and ,he brightened our days and will be sadly missed

Shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Sympathy to you all.

During a trying and overwhelming ordeal in my life, Anthony was an amazing friend who turned up to visit on a near daily basis.

I will always hold Anthony and his family in the highest regard.

Love to Lorna & the kids x

Our deepest sympathies to Lorna and family on the death of Anthony. May he rest in peace.

So sad to hear this very sad news of your nephew and cousin, Paddy,Ann, Angie and Ken. Deepest condolences also to Anthony's immediate family.

Deepest sympathy to all, on the death of Anthony

Deepest sympathies to all.
We remember Anthony as a friendly, happy man ,always smiling. RIP

We are all so sorry to hear the sad news of Anthony's passing. We send our deepest sympathies to you and we are all thinking of you during this sad time.

Sending our heartfelt condolences to you Lorna , Caoimhe, Oisin , Fainne and Mary .
I will miss that Listening ear, the sound advice , the story telling , shamrock rover matches , the list is endless . Forever in our hearts xxx

Sorry to hear of passing of Anthony, deepest sympathy, paddy

Our deepest sympathy Lorna to you and all of your family at this sad time.

So very, very sorry to hear this sad news. I have lots of memories of Anthony in my time in Scouting over the last two decades; I never knew him to be anything but kind and gentle to everyone he met. He will be sadly missed. Keeping you all in my thoughts, in deepest Sympathy, Eleanor (11th Meath Kilcloon Scout Group)

Dear Lorna,

My sincerest sympathies to you, your children and your family at this devastating time. Thinking of you all xx

My sincere condolences to Lorna, her children, and Anthony's family and friends.
May you find peace wherever possible in these most difficult of times.

So sorry to hear of Anthony’s passing. Condolences to his wife and family.

Our deepest condolences to you Lorna, Caoimhe, Oisín and Fáinne. To have Anthony taken from you in such difficult circumstances is just an unspeakable tragedy.
Thinking of you all.

Dear Lorna, our sincerest condolences on the passing of Anthony way before his time. Our love to you , Caoimhe, Oisín, Fáinne and family. Wendy Matt and family x

Dear Lorna and family, we are saddened by the news of the loss of such a lovely, lovely person, Anthony.
You and your family are in our thoughts and will be throughout this difficult time.
Kind regards,
Eamon and Anne White

My deepest condolences to Lorna, Caoimhe, Oisín, Fáinne and family at this difficult and sad time. It is such a shock to learn of Anthony's passing.

Having known Anthony in passing for a long time through the railway, I only got to know him properly in the last few years and he became a good friend. Always so jovial, chatty and a font of knowledge and stories especially when we were talking about buses or trains.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

RIP Anthony
Thank you for your kindness and the laughs in Tallaght stadium. My condolences to your family.

We are so sorry for your loss. RIP

Sorry for you're loss at this difficult time Anthony was a good and kind man Rip

Deepest sympathy what a loss to a young family.

So modest and humble - Anthony would be amazed by the outpouring of heartfelt
grief at his passing -We his friends and admirers - grateful to have known him - feel so heartbroken for his loss - but can't begin to imagine the pain and bewilderment of his lovely family. May the promised resurrection -in time- bring some comfort and may God help them endure these dreadful days.

My sincere sympathies Mary on the passing of your beloved son Anthony- old neighbour in Crossabeg

Anthony will always be treasured by those who knew him. he was taking from us too early but I know he will still look after us all from above. Look after the children Lorna at this hard time.

Please accept our deepest condolences on your very sad loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you in this very difficult time for your family.

Deepest condolences on your loss.

My deepest sympathies Lorna, Caoimhe, Oisín and Fáinne the loss of Anthony. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

My deepest condolences to Anthony’s family and friends at this terribly sad time. He was a true gentleman, kind, considerate and helpful to all he met. His good humour will be sadly missed at Tuesday nights’ meetings in Heuston. Rest In Peace Anthony.

Rest in Peace Anthony, You are All in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Lorna, Caoimhe, Oisín and Fáinne, it is with absolute shock that we hear of Anthony's passing. We send our sincerest condolences to you and all the extended family. Our thoughts are with you all.

Our deepest sympathy to you Lorna and your Family on the untimely passing of Anthony. May he Rest In Peace.

On Behalf of the Derek Tracey supporters club at Shamrock Rovers I’d like to express our sincere Condolences to the McDonald family at this sad time. Thank you for adding to a great match day experience for us all
Whacker☘️

Sincere condolences to Anthony's mother Mary, and to his wife and children at this sad time on Anthony's passing. May he rest in peace.

My deepest sympathies on your loss. You are all in my prayers at this time.

Friday nights in Tallaght stadium simply wont be the same again , the big man with a big heart who treated every child equally and thought us all to be better people. Rest well Anthony , you will.be missed but we will all keep the green flag flying high. RIP

Dear Lorna, Caoimhe, Oisín, & Fáinne, offering you our deepest sympathy, keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Cant tell you how sorry i was to hear of Anthony's passing. His smile and the football chats we used to have will be missed so much. Such a lovely man. Thinking of you all and sending my love and prayers xx

My deepest sympathies on the passing of Anthony. May he rest in peace.

My sincere sympathy to you Lorna, Caoimhne, Óisin and Fáinne on your loss. We will all be thinking of you and the children during this incredibly sad and difficult time. RIP Anthony

Diane Murphy

Lorna, Caoimhe, Oisín and Fáinne,

My sincerest condolences to all of you during this very difficult time. You are in all of our thoughts and prayers. RIP Anthony

My deepest condolences to Lorna & his lovely children at this unbelieveable sad time. I'm so shocked at Anthony's passing & I will miss him like everyone that knew him.He was so kind to everyone & in the past 4 years he has been so nice to me when I've gone through a lot of hurt & hassle. I will miss him off the trains which anytime he was on it would make his business to wave & give me his usual smile.Im really going to miss Anthony who was a pleasure to call my friend.A lovely person who is certainly heavens gain. RIP Anthony & watch over your family & friends from above.