Ben Dunne

Ben, I am so sorry about your passing. Larger than life in many ways, you featured for decades as a major personality in Irish society and will be recorded in future history books.
You were loved and respected by many, and it is so unfair to family and friends you left while still so vibrant and young.
Deepest sympathy and condolenes

Deepest Condolences To Bernard’s Wife Mary Sons and Daughter and to His Sisters Margaret and Anne .
Both Myself and My Late Father looked Forward to our Meetings with Ben when he was Director of Dunnes Stores .
Ben was always very Positive in his Thinking and was a kind and Fair Businessman.
Ben was never Slow to Help and Support many Charities with the help of His Loyal Staff During his Time in Dunnes Stores.
We will be Thinking of Mary and all
Bens Family this Christmas.
May Bernards Soul
Rest in Peace
Paul Sweeney
Cornerpark Farm
Peamount Road
Newcastle

Sincere condolences to Mary & family. I was so sorry to hear of the death of Ben RIP. Thinking of you at this very sad time.

Your cousin, Yvonne

With sincere sympathy to the Dunne and Dunnes Stores families at this sad time. A great man and manager has passed.

May he Rest in Peace

Sincere sympathy to Ben’s wife Mary, family Mark, Robert, Caroline & Nicholas and sisters Margaret & Ann, on the sad passing of Ben, your beloved husband, father and brother and to all his extended family. Many people in this country have fond memories growing up with Dunnes Stores and how food and clothes became more economically accessible. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Sincere condolences to Mary, Mark, Robert, Caroline, Nicholas & sister Margaret plus the extended Dunne & Heffernan families at this difficult time on the sad loss of Ben. Heaven has gained a new bright 🌟. Rest in peace now Ben, as your work is complete.

Sincere condolences to Ben's family. Ben did a great service to the people of Dublin and especially the young by providing excellent affordable gyms. The benefits to the local area are significant and very much appreciated.

Rest in peace Ben 🙏❤️

I hope your family Ben take great comfort from the comments people left, try and read them over and over and be so proud of your dad, and may he look over you all xx

Chairman Moriarty called him out. RIP

Sincere sympathy to Mary and family, the extended Dunne family on Ben's passing. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathies to the Dunne family on the sudden passing of Ben, may he rest in peace 🙏

Sincere Sympathies to Mary and all of the Dunne Family on the very sad passing of Ben RIP. Please be assured of my thoughts and prayers at this time.

So so sorry went to pres with Benny...may he rip

Ben, you put clothes on Irish people when they couldn’t afford the big brands, the 5.99 anoraks and cheap nylons. I still have my first SB’s roll aboard suitcase. Thank you for your enduring legacy to Ireland social fabric. Surviving the kidnapping, no wonder you took risks. Good to hear the family have reunited. You’re a legend and thank you.

My sincere condolences to the family of Ben Dunne. He was a fantastic character who added interest and fun into everything he spoke about. I worked in Dunnes Stores in the 80's with Mr Dunne in charge and throughly enjoyed it. May he rest in peace.

RIP Big Fella. I hope you are enjoying a glass watching the sunset. My thoughts are with Mary, and all Bens Kids and Grandkids, and Margaret.

Sincere sympathies to Robert and all the Dunne Family. Ben was a good man and much loved.

Sincere sympathies to Robert and all the Dunne family at your loss. He was a good man and much loved.

On behalf of President Tony, Captains Kate and Dave and the membership of Westmanstown Golf Club, we offer our deepest sympathies to Mary and the extended Dunne family on the death of Ben.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dunne family at this very sad time.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
May Ben Rest in Peace.

My deepest condolances to the Dunne family in their passing of Ben Dunne he was a true gentleman and a good friend to everyone who knew him may he rest in peace

Deepest condolences to the Dunne Family on the sad passing of Ben. He was a kind, honourable person who connected very easily with people and had a very down to earth attitude. You will be sadly missed by all, Ben, especially the people of Cork. Fly high with the angels.

Man of retail excellence, deal breaker, hard working, fair, just, respectful, mentor, passionate, resilient, generous with time & gifts, witty, charming, caring, emotional, compassionate & a samartian. His wisdom he gave freely to others. Spoke publicly of his life's mistakes so all could learn too. Probably had the best traits any person could ever have. Having been held hostage by the lRA in 1981 and later released in an Armagh graveyard & fearful for his life, Ben hid in a open grave for hours. It is no wonder Ben disliked attending funerals. It is so sad Ben is gone, but will never be forgotten. He must be polishing the halo God just awarded him. Condolences to Mary, Mark, Robert, Caroline and Nicholas, sisters & extended families on their sad loss. Rest in peace Ben. 🙏 🕯️💙

Ben. Simply the best. Podge, Eze.

Deepest condolences to all of the Dunne family. I had the pleasure of serving Ben Dunne , while l worked in the hospitality Buisness down through the years . He was always so kind mannerly , generous & a great chat about life . Rest in peace big fella .

Sincere Condolences to Mary and Family on the sad passing of Ben …
Had the pleasure ,with my friends of Bens company in Mount Juliet and County Meath Golf Club ,Trim ..
..What a laugh and memory we have ..R.I.P…

Deepest Sympathy to Ben's wife Mary and family the extended Dunne family and to Margaret and Anne on the sudden passing of Ben a true gentleman and so generous to his staff and people of all walks of life that had the privilege of meeting him i got my first job with Dunnes Stores and went on to work for the company for 48 years he was a great boss to management and staff and he treated everyone with respect and the condolences says it all hopefully it will be some comfort to the family at this sad and difficult time and he got a well deserved send off Mark you did a beautiful eulogy ye all did your beloved dad proud may Ben rest in peace xxx

Mary, however I can help you, Mark and all the family in the weeks and months ahead, please let me know. Here to assist you in any way I can. My deepest condolences.

Whilst I never met this kind and generous man I once had a good chat with him on the telephone asking for his advice
He was kind considerate and giving of his advice and his time
Ben May you rest in peace
No doubt you won’t be long setting up a new business in the skies.
Kindest regards to all the Dunne Family
Joe Carroll
Zhivago Records
Galway

Ben, you were one of a kind. Enjoyed working with you at Westpoint Gym.
Sincerest sympathy to all the Dunne Family on Ben's passing. May he rest in peace.

Fearless, funny, friendly. An immensely generous, genuine giant of a man. I knew him for over 50 years. His word was his bond and never was broken. Qualities seldom all found in a single human being..We were lucky he passed our way, during our time. Rest peacefully Benny...

We will always claim him as one of our own here in Cork.
From the first store in Patrick's St. Sincere condolences on your loss.

My deepest condolences to Mary, Mark, Robert, Carline, Nicholas and family on your loss.
I met Ben and Mark when they were promoting Westpoint in Blanchardstown which I joined after Ben convinced me "I wont regret it".
I got to know Ben and Mark what a great Father and Son Team they were.
I was doing the Dublin City Marathon in aid of Meningitis and asked Ben would he sponsor me. With no hesitation he handed me £200 and said what a great cause.
Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
He was a gentleman generous to a fault.
May his kind and gentle soul Rest in Peace 🕊
God Bless.
Lorna

Sincere sympathies to the Dunne family on the sudden passing of Ben, may he rest in peace.

Fond childhood memories of getting my clothes in “Ben’s Boutique’. May you rest in peace and be rewarded for all your good work.

Sincere sympathy to the Dunne family on the sudden passing of your beloved husband, dad & grandad, may his gentle soul rest in peace, rest easy Ben.

May you rest in peace Ben,
Your were a national treasure.

Rest in Peace Ben, and say hello to my son.

I remember serving tea at a board meeting when I was 18 years old , I was so nervous. The only person in the room to thank me for the tea was Ben , he turned around and smiled and straight away I felt less nervous . The best portion of a good man’s life …. His little thoughtful unremembered acts of kindness and of love .
Rest in peace Ben , say hello to my Dad Ben up there 🙏
Mass will be offered

To all the Dunne family
Thank you Ben for giving us hope during the recession 2008. I listened to you an the radio an a weekly basis and while you were bleeding your self you filled us with hope and certainty that this two will pass.
RIP Ben

My deepest condolences to Mary and the Dunne family on Ben’s passing. He was a giant of a man and admired by many. He will be sadly missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Thank your Ben Dunne for helping the families of Ireland in hard times. Rest In Peace. Lit a candle today for his soul.

To The Dunne Family,Mrs Heffernan and All Relatives,My Sincere Condolences On The Passing Of Mr Dunne.May He Rest In Peace

Adrian Cleary(Dunnes Stores Bishopstown Court Cork)

Deepest sympathy condolences to family of passing of ben
He was kind and nice men .
May he rest in peace

Deepest sympathy and condolences to the Dunne family and extended family on the passing of Ben. I have worked in the company for 25 years but did not have the pleasure of meeting Ben, although I have heard great things about him. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Mary. I am so sorry to hear of Ben's passing . My Sincere Condolence to you, your Children, Grandchildren, In laws ,Family and extended Family's. I am an ex employee of Irish Travel Agency and of the late Celine Chisholm who did all his Travel Arrangements. May Ben Rest in Peace .
Elizabeth Smith , Athy , Kildare .

Please accept our deepest sympathy on your great loss. Ben was such a gentleman, may he rest in peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

I was very glad to attend Ben’s funeral and my sympathies to all the Dunne family. I’ve enjoyed all their company over the years & you were all so dignified these last few days.
Thank you for your hospitality Ben on many’s an occasion and you couldn’t but inspire in your own unique way.
You will all have some lonely times ahead but be comforted how appreciated Ben has been and cherish the memories.
Mark Q

Condolences to all the Dunne family on the sad passing of Ben - I always had great admiration for Ben since the day he returned from USA and put his hand up and admitted that it was his fault for what happened - no excuses - no blaming anyone else - my fault - what a man !!
Not too many people in high places have done that !!
So his family can be proud of his legacy - sleep well Ben
Rip

TO Nicky and the Dunne family, sorry to hear the news of the sad passing of your Dad Ben.

He was a great Man who left a great legacy of 1000's of jobs across every County in Ireland...

May he rest in Peace...

Very sincere sympathy to all the Dunne family on your great loss. Admire your late Father, husband, brother and grandad.
Undoubtedly the best stores of them all every way. May Ben r.i.p.
Mary

Our deepest sympathiy to the Dunne family on the passing of Ben,R.I.P.
Sonas Siorrai da Anam Uasal.

Dear Mary and Family. We were so saddened to hear of Bens sudden passing. He was such a wonderful character with great stories and always with a positive outlook. We will miss his visits to clinic and his larger than life personality. His kindness and support knew no bounds. May he rest in peace. Janette

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Mary , Caroline and The Dunne Family at this difficult time.
A very sad loss.
May Ben Rest in Peace. 🙏🙏.

You built a large Dunne’s store in our county town and that brought in other business and hundreds of jobs never meet you but always was proud of you as fella Irish man with a great business brain, sympathy to the Dunne families RIP 🙏

So sorry to hear of Ben’s passing. A very generous man who did so much for so many people: he will be missed: Condolences to his wife and family. Rest in peace a chara,

My sincere sympathy to all the Dunne family on the sudden passing of Ben . Our thoughts are with you all. May he rest in peace.

Ni beidh a leitheid ann aris
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam Dilis
Thanks Big Fellow

Rest in peace Ben, Mr Dunne Always a gentleman on our many encounters. A gentle giant.
Condolences to the Dunne Family, Margaret and all extended family.

Had met ben him self wasnt that long working in the gyum he was terrible nice man ben may you get the best bed in heaven and look down on your family r i p ben🤍🤍🤍🤍