Fred Given (Emeritus Professor of Surgery, University Hospital, Galway)

To the Given family.

Sincere condolences on the passing of your father. I worked with Prof Given as a junior doctor, having been taught by him as a student at UCG. I enjoyed working with him. He had a vision for surgical service in the West of Ireland as Professor and Head of Department of Surgery, which lives on after his passing. In his various roles he helped to improve the lives of so many people.

May he Rest in Peace.

Dr Barry O'Donovan, UCG Alumnus and former NUIG Lecturer
(Maunsell's Road, currently Australia)

Belated condolences Mark, Elaine and family on the passing of your Dad. May he rest in peace.

It was with great sadness I read of Fred’s passing. My deepest sympathies to Kathryn and the whole family.

For those of us who had the great good fortune to be taught as medical students, trained as surgeons and mentored through our research at the NBCRI by Fred was an extraordinary privilege. He was a gifted and talented surgeon, but most especially a compassionate and empathic doctor to his patients, including my grandmother whom he treated before he returned to Galway as Professor of Surgery. He saw the ‘big picture’ and his life’s work in establishing the NBCRI has and will continue to benefit patients for years to come. A truly fitting legacy to a wonderful man.

May he rest in peace.

To Elaine, Mrs Given, and all your family, sincere condolences and much love to all of you at this very sad time.
May Fred be bathed in the light of Heaven. Rest in Peace.
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Sincere condolences Kathyrn and family on Fred's passing. May Fred rest in peace

I am very sorry to hear of Professor Given’s passing. As a young trainee surgeon in Galway, he was incredibly supportive to me and the other junior surgeons. Without his help and support, I would never have become a Vascular Surgeon. He was a great and fair mentor but, more than that, he was always a gentleman.

What a sad loss. Many times met Fred and Kathryn and family in a former career in the west of ireland when i worked in Connemara late 1980s and early 1990s. special people nice and pleasent great loss. condolences to all family and extended family. kevin B Staunton

So sad to hear of the Profs death He was my surgeon in 1985 He was so kind & caring Got me back to health after a long struggle May he rest in peace in his spot in heaven condolences to all his family A pure gentleman

Sincere condolences to John and family. May your father rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Elaine and the Given Family. May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Professor Given. Deepest sympathy to his Family. After having a tumour for two years I was under the care of Professor Given for Breast Cancer. He was a very kind and caring person and thankfully did further surgery on me that probably saved my life. I have often thought about him since then. May he rest in heavenly peace.

Sincere condolences to the Given family. My mother lived almost 15 yrs longer due to the expertise of Fred. May he rest in peace and you all receive solacd in all he did for his patients. Thank you

Rest in Peace to an absolute gentleman. Your dedication to your patients is the reason that, 26 years later, I still have my mother by my side.
May God Have Mercy on your family at this profoundly sad time

Sincere condolences to John and family. May he rest in peace.

My sincerest sympathies to you Kathryn and your family on the loss of Fred. He was a gentle man, gave advice freely and listened, a rare combination. May be rest in peace after his long journey.

Deepest condolences to Kathyrn,John,Mark and Elaine and the extended family on the loss of Prof Given.An absolute gentleman to the core.May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathy to Prof. Fred. Given's family. Prof. Given was a true surgical leader who saw the potential in his students and trainees and was always willing to make a personal effort to help them reach their goals. His foresight founded the National Breast Cancer Research Institute. He was also an internationally recognised and committed academic clinician. He was very supportive to me during my early clinical training years and provided me with opportunities for personal surgical development. Most of all he was a kind and considerate human being who as a Doctor has left a true surgical legacy. Rest in peace Fred.

I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of Professor Given. 30 years ago I had breast cancer and I will never forget all the kindness, respect and care that he gave me. I am forever thankful to him.
Sincere sympathy to all his family and friends.
May his gentle gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Deepest condolences to the Given family on the passing of Prof Given. He was a gifted teacher, leader, surgeon and a human being with a huge capacity for empathy. He always taught the importance of being punctual, ethical and treating every patient with the highest respect. May he rest in peace and his memory be a blessing.

Sincere condolences to Kathryn and the Given family on the death of Fred.
Trócaire ar a anam.

Our sympathy to the Given family on the sad passing of Fred. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Sincere sympathies to Kathryn and all the Given family on Fred’s passing. I had the honour of being his intern and he was above all a kind and considerate surgeon who excelled at everything he did. He was also very supportive of young doctors in training and many of us are indebted to him. May he RIP.

Deepest sympathies to you John and all your family on the very sad passing of your Prof Given. It was lovely to read the article in the advertiser highlighting his amazing life. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathies to the Given family on the passing of Fred,a true gentleman, may he rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to his beloved family on the passing of Fred Given.
May this gifted and kindly surgeon rest in eternal peace.

My sincere condolences to you Kathryn and to your children and grandchildren on the passing of Fred.
I have many pleasant memories of our young student days together in Galway.
May he rest in peace.

As former UHG Staff and a Rossie, I am sad to hear of the Fred's passing. A life well lived, kind to all and passionate about quality care, he will be missed by all.
Proud to have known this pioneering man. Lucky that he lived in the West.
May he rest in peace and may happy memories console you all in time.

Deepest sympathy to you Kathryn and all your family on the very sad passing of Prof Fred. A brilliant surgeon. May he rest in peace.

My sympathy to the Given family on the sad passing of Fred. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Sincere Condolences to Prof Given's wife family & all mourning his sad passing. A gifted Surgeon,treated my late Mom back in mid 80s.Blessings on you all & Lord grant Comfort & Strength @ this Difficult time.Ar Dheis Dé Go Raibh A Anam Uasal & may he rest Peacefully

Sincere sympathy to the wife and family of Prof Given. He was a great friend to the Paediatric Unit and highly thought of and respected. On a personal level, my family will be forever grateful for his care to our mother as her consultant, many years ago. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

To Kathryn and all the Given family I extend my deepest sympathy on the passing of Fred. He was a gentleman in every way. RIP

To Elaine and the extended Given family, my sincere sympathy on the death of your Dad. May he Rest in Peace. I am remembering the many midnight masses in the Augustine where we would meet each year. Thinking of all of you at this very sad time.
Fiona

Fred was a great Surgeon/teacher/ mentor. He had a kind disposition to all his patients. A great man, will be sadly missed. My sincere condolences to all his family.

To Kathryn and family,
Sincere condolences to you and your family. I have only the nicest of memories of Fred, a gentle and kind man who gave of his best and touched the lives of so many people. May he enjoy his reward in heaven and may you all continue to be comforted in the prayerful remembrance of those who came in contact with him. With love.

It is with sadness I read about the passing of Prof Given. He removed my benign breast cyst in the early 1990s and I will always remember the kind words when he announced good news to all patients that day. A compassionate man who was so empathic, regardless of the stresses of work load etc. Rest in peace Professor and condolences to your family.

May you Rest In Peace Fred, and thank you for all the lives you saved, Bless you in Heaven, Along with all the other Saints... Bless you always.... Amen.

Deepest sympathy to the extended Given family. Freddie was a gentleman and a compassionate, wonderful surgeon. His legacy will live on. May he rest in eternal peace.

May Deepest sympathy to all the Given family on the sad passing of Prof Given an absolute Gentleman and a fantastic surgeon he was my surgeon in 1982 i will always remember him for he kindness to me the bed of Heaven him May you Rest In Peace prof

Deepest condolences to John and the Given family.May he rest in peace.

I have many fond memories of working for Prof Given in Galway. I am very sorry for your loss. Sincere condolences to all his family.

Condolences John and the extended Given family on your sad loss. Fred was a gentleman who left a positive impression on all he met. May he R.I.P.

Sincere condolences to Kathryn, John and all the Given family on the death of Fred. He was a great surgeon and teacher but also an inspiration to many of us who were lucky to be his students and subsequently colleagues. With deepest sympathy, may he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Catherine & family on the death of Fred,a true gentleman and wonderful surgeon,May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Professor Given. Sincere sympathies to all the Given family.
While we only knew Professor Given briefly, his wonderful hands saved our sons life many years ago, for which we are forever grateful.
Rest Peacefully.

Dear John & Family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Ar dheis Dè go raibh a anam.

Neighbours and friends in Fairlands park Catherine Elaine John and Mark my condolences to you all As a child i loved calling to your house asking if Fred could come to play! Xxxxx

Most sincere sympathy to Kathryn and all the Given family on your Loss. Prof Fred was a great clinician and an outstandingly supportive colleague.
RIP.


Cecily and Antony

Sincere sympathy to the Given family on the sad passing of Fred.
I have the fondest memories of the Professor during my time as a young Matron finding my feet in the Regional Hospital as it was known at the time in 1984. He was unbelievably supportive and kind and always showed enormous respect for patients, relatives and staff. He was held in such high regard. On my first Christmas I received a lovely bouquet of flowers from him and his wife Kathyrn with a card from Roscommon, It gave me a great feeling of home support, he was a very thoughtful gentleman and a great surgeon.
May he rest in peace
Patricia Kelly , formerly of Kiltoom

So Sorry for you Kathryn and your Family on the passing of your
Beautiful Fred.
Bless Him and You All .

Sincere sympathy to Kathryn and family. May Fred Rest In Peace.

Very sincere sympathy to Kathryn and family on Fred's death. May he rest in
Peace
Joan and family

Sincere condolences to the Given family on the passing of Fred. May he RIP

Our sincere condolences To professor Givens Family. We had dealings with him down trough the years at UCHG. May he rest in peace 🙏

Prof. Given was the Prof of Surgery when I was a medical student and SHO in Galway a long time ago. He left a lasting impression at that time. Now, I am a radiologist in the GUH Symptomatic Breast Unit which he set up many years ago; it has gone from strength to strength. He has left a lasting legacy which has helped and treated so many people in the west of Ireland; the Unit has been & continues to be of benefit to so many. Rest in peace, Prof.

Sincere sympathy & prayers to Professor Given's wife and family on their sad loss.
Go raibh leaba i measc na Naomh aige.

Sincere Sympathies to Catherine and family.Fred was a true gentleman.

Sincere condolences to Kathryn and all the Given family on the death of Fred. He was most helpful to me as a G.P. May he rest in the peace of the Lord.

The Bed of Heaven to Prof. Fred Given. He was a kind and wonderful surgeon. I was sick but other doctors said I wasn’t! My friend Dr. Frances Conway said: “If Prof. Given says you’re not sick, then you’re not.” The Prof. told me I needed surgery the next day. He was right, the others were wrong. Heartfelt sympathy to the Given family.
Philomena Kennedy, Bohermore.

My sincere condolences to Prof's family at this very sad time. I was his intern in 1995, and will never forget the care and compassion he showed to all of his patients. May he Rest In Peace.
Mairead Heaney
Perth