Brian (Furrier) Furlong

I had the pleasure of listening to Furier and Rory of the Kelts playong weekly in Fairview many years ago. Furier, kindly played at my wedding and I walked down the ailse to his ever haunting version of The Lonesome Boatman. Furier, you will never forgotten. I hope the music sessions up there are just as good as the ones I enjoyed with you here. A musical legend has gone but his music and memories live on. RIP.

Dear Jess, I am so sorry for your loss. What a lovely daughter you were to him. He will be watching over you now as you make him proud. Sending all my love. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Condolences to all the Furlong family. I knew Brian from my time playing music in the 1884 (aka Grainger's). He was always very supportive and encouraging. We spoke of music, gigs and of our shared love of football and Liverpool F.C. Brian was a gentleman always dapper and simply a friendly and lovely man to talk to, may he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Brian on his death, may he rest in peace.

It is so sad to hear that Brian has left us.

I had the pleasure of working with him for a couple of years at the Canal Boat Restaurant — a true gentleman, always so kind and full of good humour.

We will miss him a lot, and his laughter and jokes will always be with us.
He leaves behind beautiful memories and conversations that will stay in our hearts.

My sincere condolences to his family.
Rest in peace, dear Brian.🕊️🤍

With love,
Nicole🙏

May Brian rest in peace he was character and great craic..
Sad reading of his passing

So sorry to hear that Brian has passed away.
Our sincere condolences to all his family.
Although it is a long while ago since we crossed paths, we have not forgotten how kind he was to us.
Brian was also a really great musician, of course! 🎶 🎵
When he played the "Lonesome Boatman"...it made the hairs on the back of your neck stand up.

May he Rest In Peace 🕊️

Sincere condolences to Seán and the extended Furlong family. May Brian Rest in Peace.

Deepest condolences to all the Furlong family. He was a credit to his family and his profession a first class gentleman. Working downstairs in the Lower Deck on a Saturday night was magical, i can still feel the silence when the first notes of The Loamsome Boatman were played brilliant stuff and then the applause what a legend. We had some fun after the gigs Patsy, Mandy and yourself it was often bright when the craic stopped .Memories of you will live forever in this great town rest in peace .A privilege to have spent so much time in your company.

My sincere condolences to you all. I had the pleasure of sharing a stage with Brian in Jameson's. Every evening he had us in stitches, but when he got in stage he gave the performance of of his life every night. A real talent and a true gentleman. Rest in Peace Brian. Xx

I knew Brian when he was just a young lad. And he was a wonderful young lad back then. Coming from a great family. RIP Brian.

My sincere condolences to Joe, Jess and your extended family at the passing of Brian. I got to know Brian from many great sessions in the Lower Deck and more recently bringing the American tourist on the barge to her him preform in music songs and stories. I loved the bit of laughter with him on the sidelines. He was a great character and fantastic musician. May he rest in Peace.

Thinking of Stephen and all the furlong family at this very sad time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Thinking of your family at this very sad time. A true friend and gent. RIP until we meet again.

Sincere condolences to the Furlong family on your sad loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Rest in Peace Brian

So sorry to hear of Brian’s passing may he rest in peace.

The end of an era and the end of a legend. I'll never forget the tour of Europe back in '89 with Moonshine, you were one of the funniest guys I met and a true gentleman. You will be sadly missed Brian.

May You RIP Brien

Our deepest sympathy to the Furlong Family. So very sorry for the sad lost of your brother Brian. Sending you love and courage during this sad time. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to all of Brian family and friends. Always a pleasure to meet and listen to may he rest in peace.

Our condolences to Brians family on his death. We were aquantances of Brian from the old days of the consolata youth club era in Donnycarney. We have many happy memories of brian and also his music.
May he rest in peace.

Praying for all those close to Brian at this time.

Sorry to hear the sad news. You’ll be missed.
Remember growing up throughout the years and you were always there playing the tunes. Rest in peace now x

Deepest condolences to the Furlong family on the passing of Brian. May he Rest in Peace.

Rip Brian will miss you mate 🕯️

Long time no see Brian, long ago and far away.

Sincere condolences to Brendan & family on the sad loss of your brother Brian. We are thinking of you all at this time, may he rest in peace

Sincere condolences to Jess and all of Brian's family.
May Brian Rest in Peace.

Very very saddened to hear of Brian's passing. Over thirty years knowing him, his amazing music, friendship and company - his dapper dress sense! A wonderful man and very cherished friend! Brian you are very very much missed. Our sincere sympathy to Jess and all the family. Going to miss you Brian for sure!! rest in peace our very dear friend.

To Brian’s daughter and family deepest condolences on your loss
Had the pleasure of playing and listening to Brian for many years he will be badly missed by us all in the music world
May he rest in peace Rock on

I worked with Brian years ago in NPX, what a true gentleman he was , always had lovely chats with him about his music and his beautiful daughter Jess.
Thinking of his family at this hard time and may Brian R.I.P 🙏

To Una and all the Dempsey clan and of course Brian's daughter Jess and the extended Furlong family. Our sincere condolences go out to all of you at this sad time.

Brian was always an absolute gentlemen with such a lovely and friendly manner, a real character. It was always a pleasure to chat with him. He really was an extrodinarily talented musician who had the ability to capture an audience with the finest whistle playing.

May he rest in peace. Our thoughts are with you all. We hope you will be comforted by the many lovely tributes to Brian and the sharing of memories with those who had the pleasure of knowing him in his lifetime.

It was with deep, deep sadness I heard of Furrier’s death. Sometimes in life we meet the most impressive people, who leave their mark on you. Meeting Brian was one of those times.

May I offer my sincerest condolences to the Furlong family and especially Brian’s daughter Jess. What a huge loss for all of you but what a legacy he has left behind, a man you can be so proud of.

From The Lower Deck to Mother Redcaps, Saints, Brian’s humility belied his brilliance. He dazzled us with his music.

He was always great company, witty, funny, a joker and always a gentleman.

Brian was separate and unique.
Ní Bheidh A Leithéid Ann Arís

Brian, it was an honour to know you, your loss is huge.

“Now cracks a noble heart. Good night, sweet prince, and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest."

Many a great session in Hollystown GC. Rest in peace Brian

Deepest sympathy on the recent death of dear Brian R.I.P. He was a super musician and performed frequently with our brother Noel, R.I.P.

My sincerest condolences to Jess and the entire Furlong family. You are in my thoughts at this difficult time

RIP Brian

RIP Brian Condolences to all Brians gamily amd friends.Brilliant musician.

My dearest Jess, I am so glad I got to know your wonderful Dad. He was always the most dapper man in any room. Love always little sis, A. x.

Rip Brian 🙏

Condolences to the Furlong family and Brian’s daughter Jess. I worked with Brian years ago in NPX and he was a true Gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Dave and the extended Furlong family,may Brian rest in peace.

I was shocked & saddened to learn of the Furrier's passing and would like to offer my sincere condolences to his family and fellow musicians as well as his many, many friends.

It's hard to believe I'll no longer witness his magical musical skills or indeed see that mischievous glint in his eye, which often lead to long nights, wonderful memories and adventures that shouldn't be mentioned here.

From Sunday lunchtime gigs in the Wicklow Grand, to chasing back to Saints for 5pm, life was never boring with the Furrier & the other Moonshine lads, but we wouldn't have had it any other way.

Finally, it would be remiss of me if I didn't mention Brian's charitable side, he was always more than willing to play a gig or give a hand out, in whatever way would help.

Rest easy my friend, you certainly deserve it and thanks for being you,
I guess that Boatman won’t be so lonely anymore

Bax

Condolences to all Brian’s family.
We first met in Amsterdam in the 80s, always enjoyed his company, may Brian rest in peace

Dear Una and all the Dempsey and Furlongs, sincere condolences to you all on the passing of Brian. As a child I remember how my dad used to bring me to see Moonshine in Howth on a Sunday and would introduce me to our cousin Brian. The world has lost such a talent and a gentleman. Sending you love and strength in the coming days.

Sincere condolences to Dave and the extended Furlong family on the sad passing of your brother Brian.
May he rest in eternal peace.

Sincere condolences to the Furlong family and Brian’s daughter Jess on his too early passing. May he rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathies to Jess, Rita, Una and all the furlong family on the loss of Brian. He was such a character I have great memories of him and Uncle Joe having the craic. Such a talent who always had time to stop and chat and who was very kind to my Dad.
Rest in peace Brian 🙏🙏

Our heartfelt condolences to Jess & all the furlong family on the passing of Brian. Jason & myself have fantastic memories & had great nights in the Lower Deck, when he was on stage with my Dad. Then through the years Cían & Dara would often see him in Graingers. Always good for a chat & a laugh. Sleep well Brian (Furtier ) xx💔

I was really sorry to hear about the death of Brian. My late husband Martin played with him in the Lower Deck with the wonderful Patsy Watchorn and the adorable John Deegan ❤️ They were fantastic times. I understand how hard it is to lose someone you love but hopefully the great memories will stay with you forever. My thoughts and prayers go out to Brian's daughter and family and especially his great friend Maureen.

Brian we are all going to miss you , you’ve been at all our family events over the years the best dressed person there and always with a big hug , may you get the softest bed rest easy , thinking of Jess and all your family and friends at this sad time
❤️❤️❤️

The sad news of the death of Brian fills us with nostalgic longings for the wonderful Saturday nights in The Lower Deck - nights of sheer enjoyment! The Furrier playfully ‘kicking up’, followed by Patsy playfully coaxing him…”ah, go on, Furrier!” And could Brian inhabit his song or tune…you could hear a pin drop! Memories abound: Patsy performing wonderfully “The Dublin Minstrel”, Teddy Delmere beautifully re-producing Doc Watson, Mandy joining the band on stage with her lovely singing voice, Bridie on the door…..I could go on! Would that we could rerun it all even once more, for “we were young then and would never grow old!” Our deepest condolences to all Brian’s family, immediate and extended, his musical family and what must be countless friends.

So sorry that Brian has passed. Have listened to his amazing singing and musical talent over the last few years. We feel privileged to have such a talent. A pure gent. May you Rest in Peace. Lavinia and Eddie

Brian may you rest in peace. Thank you for your beautiful singing and music over the years.

Sincere condolences to Brian’s family & extended family on the death of a beautiful soul & gifted musician. My brother Sean McClorey played music with Brian is how I came to meet him. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

My sincerest sympathy to Brian`s daughter,Jess,and the Furlong Family on the passing of Brian. It was with great sadness I learned of his sudden death. I played alongside Brian in the Moonshine days along with Rory (RIP) and Colm mostly in the St. Lawrence in Howth and the Wexford Inn. Apart from being an exceptional musician Brian was also great fun to be around and had a great sense of humour. He will be sadly missed.

Sincerest condolences to the extended Furlong family on the passing of Brian. A gentleman, a true professional and a gifted performer. Great memories and a lot of laughs along the way. A pleasure always to be in his company. Rest in peace Brian. K

Sincere condolences to all Brians family and friends. Super memories of great nights in the lower deck. Rest in Peace Furrier.

We were honoured to be in your company Brian every Monday night in the Beaumont House. You were a true gentleman through and through. Thank you for your beautiful music especially The Lonesome Boatman - it was true perfection. We will miss you but your legacy will live on. Rest in Peace. Sending love to your family.

Condolences to David and the extended Furlong family at this difficult time. May Brian rest in peace.