DENIS LUCEY

It is with great sadness that we learned of the death of Donnachda, fond memories of Mick Joan and Donnachda calling to Meath from Ballina and we all heading off to Corballis in Rathdrum for Xmas. Deepest sympathy to Sheila and all her family and may Donnachada rest in peace. Neill and Betty o Riordan Co Meath.

Deepest sympathy to Karen and family on the sad loss of your Dad. May he Rest in Peace.

Dearest Sheila and family: I was so saddened by the news of Denis' passing and I am sending you my deepest condolences. What an extraordinarily kind, generous, gentleman he was. Where do I begin to talk about such a good friend that he was and that you, Sheila, have been to me over the years? I have so many good memories of our times together - you and Denis letting Rich and me live with you while we were looking for a place to live in Ireland. Good times in France at your cottage, here at my home in the States, at the Jersey shore, and most of all, all the wonderful memories of my time at Dilkhushi. Denis had a zest for life and he had a way with words and I loved how he would tell such wonderful stories. His family meant everything to him, and Sheila, I will miss hearing him call you "Pet."  He touched so many lives with his knowledge and wisdom. He certainly was a "Man for all Seasons."

Denis was to me a greatly valued academic colleague and friend going back more than 50 years. My condolences to Sheila and family.

Sincere Condolences to Shelia, and her family and friends, on the passing of Denis. May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences Michael and to all your family on the passing of your Dad. May he rest in peace.

Dennis was a person of infinite good judgment and a capacity to see around corners given to few of us. Apart from occupying several central positions at UCC, during a period of significant change, he gave his talents unstintingly in many other directions. He was chairman of both Gorta and his local residents association; advisor to the Government on agricultural policy at a critical period of early EU membership; and an influential member of the Irish Federation of University Teachers ( again at a crucial time). Many thought he was the best President UCC didn’t have. With Sheila, he brought up a well adjusted family.

Our deepest sympathies to Shivaun, Sheila, and family on the passing of Denis. We hold such fond memories of him in our hearts, especially the laughter we shared in Amsterdam, the peaceful moments in Crosshaven, and our oyster feast in Royan. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. May he Rest in Peace.

Deepest sympathy to Sheila and all the family on the loss of Denis. May many treasured memories comfort you at this sad time.Rest in peace Denis. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Our sincere sympathy to our dear friend Sheila and family. Denis was a cultured, sophisticated, soft-spoken and eminently fair-minded man who truly belonged in the university and contributed much to UCC during his long years of dedicated service. We are all the better for having known him. He will be remembered fondly and with gratitude.

Sincere sympathy to Shivaun, Sheila and all the Lucey family on the loss of dear Denis. I was lucky enough to enjoy his generosity, wry wit and lovely turns of phrase when he and Sheila were kind enough to let me stay several years ago. Such a warm and generous man, he and Sheila could not have made me more welcome. I used to hear about Denis a lot when I worked in Amsterdam with Shivaun. I empathised with him back then before we’d ever met. Shivaun would lament the untidiness of his office and my heart went out to him because I share the same foible.
I have just watched the service. Absolutely beautiful. Wonderful, too, to see Rhea and Akeela’s symbolic paintings.
I know Denis will be missed at Christmas but I am sure that you will still feel his presence along with the precious souls who have gone before him. I like to think about his happy reunion with Ben, and how the pair of them will be looking down on you and urging you all on. Much love

I knew Denis over many years in UCC and after retirement in Rotary. He lived a very busy and useful life, making significant contributions in several areas. He had a natural gift of eloquence and fluency of speech that I envied and he was always a gentleman. Condolences to Sheila and family and may Denis's gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Denis was always interested and interesting. My thoughts are with Sheila, Shivaun, Rhea, Akeela and all of Denis's family. May he rest in peace.

I was sorry to learn that Denis has died, and offer my condolences to Sheila and all the Lucey family.
I got to know him in the 1970s. He was senior staff, collegial and highly respected. I was in the early years of my first appointment. As founder members of the academic trade union IFUT, we made periodic trips by train to Council meetings in Dublin. In those days, the train had a restaurant car and staff who served cooked meals. Our expenses (until the Treasurer found out) allowed us to travel First Class. On the return trip, we would order a meal which was brought to our seats. My recollection is that Denis would bypass the printed menu and indulge a penchant for chopped tomatoes with wine. I have warm memories of those trips – business done, relaxation, chopped tomatoes and wine, and good fellowship as the landscape rolled by.

Sincere sympathy to you Sheila and the family on the sad death of Denis. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy Sheila and family, on the passing of Denis. May he rest in peace.

Karen, Sheila & the Lucey family, deepest sympathy on the passing of Denis. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace.

My deepest condolences to Sheila and all the Lucey family on the passing of Denis. He was an absolute gentleman and a pleasure to listen to always. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Our sincere sympathy to Sheila & family.

Met Denis on the retired Walking Group
Sympathy to his wife and family

Heartfelt sympathy Sheila and the extended Lucey family on the passing of your darling husband Denis and may his gentle soul rest in peace. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time Sheila.

My sincere sympathy to Sheila and family on the passing of Denis. I had the privilege of driving him to and from treatment on several occasions. He bore is illness stoically, lovingly supported by Sheila. Denis was an exceptionally nice man, who lived a good life. Rest in peace, Denis.

To the entire Lucey Family -- We are so incredibly sad to hear about the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. Denis was a lovely man and I have such wonderful memories of his time at Iowa State University, in Ames, Iowa, USA, while he was a graduate student and studied under my father, Donald R. Kaldor. Both Denis and his beautiful wife, Sheila, were so kind to my parents and my father so enjoyed spending time with you both in Ireland during research for their co-written book, "The Impact of Industrialization on Two Rural Communities in Western Ireland" (1969). My husband, Bob, and I feel very privileged to have visited Sheila and Shivaun in August 2025, and even though we were unable to see him at that time, we truly felt the presence of Denis during our wonderful visit. We send our love and our deepest sympathies to all of you.

My sincere sympathy to Sheila and family on the death of their beloved Denis. Sheila, I’m so sorry that I wasn’t able to attend the funeral, but I’m stuck in bed for 10 days with a horrible viral infection. May Denis rest in peace and may his memory be a blessing.

Dear Sheila and family, my sincere condolences on Denis’s passing. Such a lovely man. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to Sheila and family on the death of Denis. May he Rest In Peace.

Sincere sympathy to Sheila and family on the passing of Denis RIP.

Sincere condolences Karen and all the Lucey family on the passing of your father Denis. May he rest in peace x

Sorry to hear of your loss. RIP

Our deepest condolences to Sheila and all the extended family who will dearly miss Denis. What a great man and a true Gentleman. We had the pleasure of Denis’ company when we travelled to a family wedding in India some years ago. Great memories. May Denis rest in peace. Aldagh & Tony

Sincere sympathy Sheila&family on the sad passing of Denis. May he rest in peace.

We send our deepest sympathies to Sheila and all the family on the sad news that Denis had passed away. May he rest in peace.
Great memories of a lovely man/couple.
Ar dheis lamh De go raibh a anam dilis

Our sincere condolences to Sheila & all the Family on the sad passing of Denis. He will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to Shiela on the passing of her dear husband Denis.We met on a few occasions during the times Denis had appointments and you were a lovely couple.I'll always remember how you cared and loved Denis and how well you looked after him.May his gentle soul rest in peace.

My sincere sympathy to the Lucey family on the death of your beloved Denis. He was a really friendly and genuine man. The many lovely tributes say it all. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal, cneasta, dílis.

Dear Sheila & family so sorry to hear of the passing of Denis. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the Lucey family on the sad passing of Denis. May he rest in peace.

Condolences to Sheila and the Lucey Family on the passing of Denis. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to the Lucey family on the death of Denis. I had the pleasure of working with him when he was Dean of the Faculty of Commerce. He was a true gentleman who was genuinely interested in, and very supportive of, his colleagues across the Faculty. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to the Lucey family on the death of an absolutely wonderful human being. Professor Denis Lucey treated everyone with kindness, respect and dignity. He was a man of such integrity. What a legacy he left to you all. May he rest in peace.

Sincere Condolences to Sheila and the Lucey family on the sad passing of Denis, a kind person with a love of sharing knowledge May he rest in eternal peace 🌹

Deepest sympathies to Sheila and the Lucey family on the passing of Denis. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathy to Sheila & the Lucey family on the passing of Denis. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Denis's family on your loss. I have happy memories of being taught by Prof Lucey in the '80s and later valued him greatly as a wise and very able faculty colleague. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Sheila & the Lucey family on the passing of Denis, thinking of you all at this sad & difficult time. May he rest in peace

Sincere sympathies to Sheila, Mary Catherine and the wider Lucey family. Denis was a wonderful colleague in UCC who made a real difference. He will be fondly remembered. Trust that memories of happier times prove some comfort to you all at this sad and difficult time.

My sympathies to Sheila and the Lucey family on Denis’ death. A lovely man.

My deepest sympathies to Mary Catherine and the Lucey family on your loss. Denis has left a significant legacy through his outstanding academic career at UCC over many years.

My sincere sympathies to Sheila and family on their loss. Denis was truly one of a kind and it was an absolute pleasure and honour to cross paths with him in the Department. May his soul find an eternal peace with God. Rest in peace, Denis.

Sincere condolences to Sheila and the Lucey family on the very sad loss of Denis. He was an excellent colleague throughout his time at UCC and had a very significant impact. May he rest in peace.

My heartfelt condolences to all the Lucey family - Denis was a gentleman and a good colleague at UCC.

remembering Denis. Our deepest condolences to Sheila and family. Sebastian and Colette Green

Thinking of Karen and family on the passing of your dear Dad. May he rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to Karen and family on the death of Denis. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Very sorry to hear of the passing of Denis. My condolences to Sheila, Michael and all the Luceys.

Condolences to Sheila and extended family.
Denis was a respected academic and a pleasure to meet at National University of Ireland gatherings.
Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam dílis .

My deepest sympathies to Sheila and to Mary Catherine and to all the Lucey extended family. I have very fond memories of Denis as a colleague at University College Cork. He contributed so much and was fair and measured in everything he did. My thoughts are with all the family today.

My deepest sympathy to Sheila and all the family on the death of Denis. May he rest in peace.

Condolences to Sheila and the Lucey family on the sad passing of Denis. May he rest in peace.

My deepest sympathies Sheila to you and your family on the passing of Denis. One of life’s gentlemen.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.