Fr. Tony COOTE

I did not know Fr Tony personally but followed his story since his radio interview, always keeping him in my prayers. He has touched more lives than he knows, he was a great Priest & A great Man. He’s in the express elevator now all the way to the top, wishing Fr Tony eternal peace, condolences to his family. His legacy will live on ❤️

Heartfelt sympathy to Tony’s family. What an inspirational Priest, he will be remembered as an outstanding example of unselfishness, dedication and bravery. He has left a lasting legacy and will be remembered for the rest of our lives bringing a smile to our face when we think of him. An Oak has fallen. Rest In Peace Tony ❤️

WHEN I SEE A RAINBOW I WILL REMEMBER YOU WHEN I LIVE MY LIFE I WILL REMEMBER YOU WHEN THE WORD OF GOD SPEAKS TO ME IWILL REMEMBER YOU WHEN WE LOVE AND ARE KIND I WILL REMEMBER YOU THANK YOU FOR A LIGHT IN THE DARK AND FOR BEING YOU LORD LOOK AFTER YOUR FRIEND NIGH NIGH COLAGH SAMBAGH

A truly good man. He was a great preacher. Sorely missed. Rip

A truly good man Rip

Condolences to all who loved and will miss Fr Tony, i followed his journey after seeing him on The Late, Late Show, and bought his book just the other day, I didn't know him, but wish I had as I just know those who met him were far the better of doing so. God Bless you in your heavenly home Fr Tony, you've earned your rest.

What a Man! What a Priest! What an AMAZING human being! Thank You Tony for your years of dedicated service to so many people both at home and abroad, and the wonderful 'difference' you made in this world. You were a wonderful example of what all priests should aspire to be in their ministry. Safe journey home. xxx

Heartfelt sympathy to all of the family of this brave and wonderful man, most especially his dear Mum. I watched the programmer of the walk from Donegal to Cork and was blown away by the bravery of Tony. I have reason to have a charity day next year and from hearing and watching Fr Tony I am going to do it in aid of MND. Such a cruel disease, we need to help find a cure and also to help raise funds for caring for the patients and their families. This gentle man was an inspiration to all of us.
Rest In Peace

Father you are and was a great inspiration to me thanks for all RIP

What a wondrtful person .gone too soon , the bed of heaven to you, may u rest in eternal peace

Very sad about tony

Tony ,, You were an amazing priest and person.You never judged but helped people through understanding , listening and reassuring of the love of God.
I loved your sermons which always had a message and meaning , thought you had such empathy with people and you were and are truly loved.
We will miss you but be glad that you are now safe and at rest .
Thank you for being who you were.
God Iook after him.
R.I.P

Tony you were a truly inspirational man.I followed your journey ,read your book You faced your illness with huge bravery and dignity.such a huge loss,taken much to soon.may your gentlest soul rest in peace.Deepest sympathy to your mum and all the family.

Deepest sympathy to Fr Tony’s mother, brothers & family.
He was an inspiration, a beacon of light, courage & hope to all of us.Rest in Peace Fr Tony.
Thank you God for Father Tony.

Had the pleasure of meeting Fr Tony on his walk while you can campaign. He was such an inspiration to everyone. May his gentle soul rest in peace. Sincere sympathy to his family and friends.

I followed his story and was very sorry to hear of his passing...... He died as he lived.... A true Priest...my sincere sympathy to all concerned....I hope that through your sorrow that you are very proud. Thinking of you from afar.

I met Fr.Tony in Knock during his walk,what an inspiration,may his gentle soul now rest in peace and my sympathies to his Mam and brothers ...

My deepest Sympathies to you all on the death of dear Tony,a wonderful son and brother.
May his courageous soul rest in peace.
With Love and fond memories,
Mary Mulrooney rjm

So sad to loose such a wonderful human being He was inspirational and accepted that terrible illness with such dignity.My wife has just read his book and was .moved to tears.I'm about to read it myself .The only consolation is that his suffering is now over.The light of heaven to him.RIP.

All our family are very sorry to hear of Tony's passing and our condolences to all the Coote family.
I will always remember his sunny disposition, full of purpose, energy and get up and go, and always with a smile on his face. He was great with engaging with people from any age or walk of life. He showed tremendous resilience and courage against such a debilitating disease, never lost his sense of humour, and was so admirable and selfless in turning his final months into something that benefitted others and inspired so many. He is a great loss to all who knew him.

Fr Tony has touched many hearts through his work, bravery & dignity.
I wish I had the honour to have met him.
Sincerest condolences to his family on their great loss.

Sincere sympathies to Pat and family on the sad passing of Tony. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. May Tony Rest in Peace.

Sincere sympathy to Fr.Tony Coote’s Mam, brothers and extended family.

r i p in peace fr tony bed of heaven to you you were a good personin this world but my sympthy to your beloved mother to have to part with you bless her and keep close to her in her agony she can be so proud of her son love always

So sad to see this great and wonderful man gone all too soon.
Deepest sympathies to his family and many friends on a huge loss.
May he rest in peace and continue to inspire from his new parish !

Rest In Peace Fr. Tony...... I never met you but knew you were special. My dad battled the same illness, I’m sure you’re both are in Heaven. Condolences to all your family and friends.

What a wonderful man and what a tragic loss. I did not know Fr Tony but he was inspiring, courageous, humble, and very very special. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

So sorry to hear of Fr Tony’s passing. I offer my condolences to his family and friends. He was an inspiration to us all through the television program. May he Rest In Peace

As I read all the wonderful tributes to the most inspiring human being one could ever meet, I wonder what I can add, I didn't know Fr Tony personally but when I listened to his many sermons in the church of St. Therese I felt I had a friend, someone I could confide in when things became too much for me,a great comfort at the time. I don't know what God was thinking taking someone who was so important to today's church. My sympathy to Fr Tony's mother and extended family.

So very sad to hear of Fr Tony's Death. He was dearly loved by all of us in Kilmacud and Mount Merion Parishes.
I remember his Mother Pat, who worked as a Volunteer in the Nursing Home on Grace Park Road. She spoke lovingly of Tony R.I.P.

So sorry to hear you were taken by MND. You were truly heaven sent to show us true faith in such difficult circumstances but you were inspirational. Sorry to your mam, brothers their families and your fellow priests who supported you. Julie Tipperary

Sincere sympathies to all the Coote family on the sad passing of Fr Tony, a brave man who battled his illness with huge courage and dignity. Much loved by everyone.

I was complaining about having to take exercise and go for a walk when I heard about Tony's death and I remembered his amazing journey 'walk while you can'. Shook me into appreciating life. RIP

Sincere sympathy to Fr. Tony's family.
I followed his story and journey. His courage and defiance was inspiring.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Gone too soon.

RIP Father Tony!
You were such an inspirational to us all.

What a wonderful priest. Tony was a great example of someone who carried his illness with dignity. Hopefully because of what you have suffered a cure will be found someday for Motor neuron. God rest Fr Tony. Bless his mother and family members

So sorry to hear of Fr Tony’s passing - you were an example to all of how to love one another on our journey. May you now enjoy your place in the kingdom which you richly deserve. The best way of honouring you is to live by your example. I saw you in Dun Laoghaire a few months ago and you gave my the greatest smile - thank you

Rest in peace Fr Tony. You are a true inspiration. The long suffering is over. Sleep well and thank you.

Tony
You fought the good fight. R.I.P.
Sincere and deep sympathy to your Mother and Brothers and extended family.
Happy memories of days spent in U.C.D. with the students who loved you dearly and who you showed by your example the face of Jesus.
You will be remember by so many and we will miss you.
Tony remember all of us when you arrive in Heaven.

Remembering Fr. Coote from his time as Chaplin in the Ballymun Comprehensive School, a kind, caring man always brought out the best in students. Sympathies to his family. Rest well Fr. Coote.

Tony, your faith is boundless. In life you had such faith in its goodness;, faith in all of us who crossed your path . Faith in God, Our Saviour.
In March 2018 relaying Tony’s diagnosis to a mutual friend she enquired “Had I rung him ? “ My response was “No, I was waiting to hear how he was going to turn such a desperate death sentence into a positive force for good “ 4 weeks later Tony was on RTE announcing his campaign ‘Walk while you can ‘
This was the Tony I met in his Ministry as Chaplin in Ballymun Comprehensive School 25 years ago. All of us who have had the luck to have encountered Tony are blessed by his Faith, Spirit, Grace, Humility, Humour, Love , Kindness, Generosity, and Bravery.
My sincere condolences to his beloved Mam , The Brothers , close family and friends on your enormous loss. May Tony and you all know the peace of God

R.I.P. Fr Tony Rest In Peace

To Fr Tony’s Family. He touched the hearts of the community with his warm friendly smile and had time to say hello to everyone as you saw him flying through the carpark on his way to somewhere! The children loved him and were so happy whenever he was involved in anything they were doing. He really knew how to engage them with such words of wisdom that was unique. It was a privilege to have had him in our lives and he made such a lasting impression on the young kids of the our community. He truly was admired. We are so grateful that he Christened our children and also that they got to make their Communion & Confirmation with him too. We will remember this fondly and he will be forever in our memories. He will be so missed by many. You were one in a million Fr Tony. Sending you all our deepest sympathies.

Rest in Peace Fr Tony and God bless you

I haven't seen Tony since his years in Ballymun and after all these years I still cried at the news, so can only imagine how hard it must be for the family to lose such a kind and special person. My thoughts are with you.

My sympathies to Fr Tonys family at this very sad time. My he rest in peace with the Lord

You made us laugh at every Mass. You kept the preaching short and really meaningful. You asked for love and not judgment. You rekindled faith in many, like me. You brought so many of us closer together in the community. You continued to help others, even in your ill health, trying to support the elderly, sick and lonely, comfort the bereaved and encouraging young people to always do their best. You made families with small (often spirited) kids feel very welcome and at ease in church. Your masses were legendary - especially the Christmas and Easter celebrations. What a huge loss for our parishes and Ireland. And, how we will miss you. But you left us with so many happy memories and a wonderful legacy of volunteerism, community spirit and not waiting for someone else to fix things. Thank you Fr Tony. Our sympathies to all Tony’s family, friends, colleagues, parish volunteers and the big circle of people Tony impacted so positively during his amazing life. RIP.

A true inspiration. Rest in peace.

So sorry for your loss. RIP Fr Tony.

An inspirational man ,may he rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to Fr. Tony's mother and brothers and his extended family. Such a lovely humble priest and great sense of humour. He is a huge loss. Rest in Peace Fr. Tony.

Deepest condolences to all fr Tony's family he was an inspiration to everyone we had MN in our family such an awful illness fr tony faced it with great courage x god bless him

Rest In Peace Tony you will be sorely missed

Heartfelt sympathy to the Coote family on the death of Fr Tony . Inspirational, a beacon of light , hope and courage. His was a daily act of unrecorded heroism as he entered each day with a generous heart serving the call of courage , hope and love. May his gentle soul rest in peace .

So sorry Pat to learn of the death of your dear son Fr. Tony , May he rest in peace, he has his suffering over this earth, God give you strenght at this sad time ,
Bridgie Kelly & family Athlone

Dearest Fr Coote I have just watched what was probably your repeated appearance on Late Late Show
& you have indeed blessed so many along your path of faith in the Loving God - sadly I have witnessed many wrongs in Catholic Ireland but I have learnt to witness the true spirituality of God & Love and indeed Fr Coote you are at one with such......My darling mother used to say 'God only takes the best'....in the Valley of Darkness we shall speak God's Holy Name.....

I was so saddened to hear of your passing. Your bore your illness with great courage and dignity. You touched the hearts of many. Rest in peace Fr Tony. I will never forget youxx

God bless you Fr. Tony. You were such an inspiration to so many people suffering with that dreaded MND. You were called to your eternal rest many decades too soon, but our loss is Heaven's gain. When you were born, you cried and your family rejoiced, but when you died, you rejoiced, and your family cried. Your wonderful memory will live on, and you will be the brightest star in the sky for eternity. Sleep well free of pain & suffering Fr. Tony. What a wonderful man. Sympathy to your Mother & Brothers at this difficult time. God Bless & fly high Tony.

I didn't know Fr Tony Coote but I wish I had.He bore his illness so bravely and with it helped so many people .He was a remarkable man and a wonderful priest my deepest sympathy to his mum and family rip Fr Tony

Followed FrTony's journey with his family
You would laugh, cry, and wish his health could
Be better I hope you remember the good times and
When they say he was a lovely person you will know
They mean it because he was life can be so unfair a good
Man gone to soon may his good work he done for the cause
Bring help to other's. RIP Fr Tony you have earned your rest