Ian Stephenson

Sorry to hear of Ian's passing, I have fond memories of working with him, my sympathies and condolences to Cliona, family and friends.

Deepest condolences to Ian's family on his very sad passing. We have many lovely memories of Ian's care for all people. He leaves a strong legacy in Cork.

Deepest sympathy to Cliona, Roisin, Liam and the extended Stephenson/ O'Carroll famiies on the passing of Ian, far too soon. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May Ian rest in peace.

I'm so sorry to hear about Ian. I have very fond memories of working with him and seeing him around Cork at various gigs and events. My thoughts are with you Clíona, and the kids and your extended family. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

I was very sad to hear the passing of my work colleague Ian. I have many happy memories working with him. My sympathies to all his family and friends.

Many memories of Ian from the Yumi Yuki club to the vinyl festival. Cork and music will be the poorer for his loss. My sincerest sympathy to you Cliona and your children. Rest in power Ian. You’ll be held dear in my memories of Cork.

Travel well Ian. You really did spread the love wherever you went, a true inspiration with uncompromising life and always a smirk and kind word.. you brought the craic and shared it far and wide.. such a bright light.. lots of love and dancing Rob

Deinimíd comhbhrón ó chroí libh, Clíona, Máire, bhur gclann agus bhur muintir ar fad, faoi imeacht Ian ón saol so. An-fhear a bhí ann, lách, greannmhar, sár-oilte sa cheol. Go maire a chuimhne go deo istigh in bhur gcroíthe.

I am so terribly sorry to hear of Ian's death, and commisserate with his tragically sad loss. Cliona my thoughts are with you and with all your family and extended family. I wish you all strength in your grief.

It's really sad to hear of Ian's passing and he was 'music' to me. I met him first at UCC radio where he was already a well-established DJ there and he was really interesting, great company and gave us great support on our fledgling journey. My deepest condolences to his family.

Condolences to Ian's family. I knew him in UCC and through his time as a DJ. A gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Cliona, Roisin and Liam at this very sad time. May Ian rest in peace.

Gabhaimid comhbhrón ó chroí leat, a Chlíona. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

My sincere condolences to Cliona and family on the passing of Ian. It is only now that I've realised that Ian had become a neighbour of my father in recent times. It is years since I last saw Ian, but he was a lovely man, a gentleman. Very sad to hear this news. May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Ian's death. A great DJ around Cork city for so many years, and hosted a great radio show too, he will be sorely missed. Deepest sympathy to Clíona and his children as well as his family, Rest in Peace Ian.

Comhbhrón ó chroí leat, a Chlíona, agus suaimhneas síoraí go raibh ag Ian.

Cliona, I am so sorry. I just found out, otherwise I would have gone to the funeral to celebrate his life. Ian always put a smile on my face. He was so loyal and caring to his friends. In recent years I loved watching him loving ‘zig and zag’. What memories ye created for the twins. They were blessed to have him as their dad even though so short.sending ye strength and love to get through this.

Condolences Cliona at this very sad time, my sincere sympathies
xx

We sadly only met Ian a few times, and really wish we had had the chance to get to know him better. We are holding Clíona, Liam and Róisín as well as the rest of his family in our thoughts and in our hearts at this very sad time.

Just heard the sad news of Ian's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family Cliona

So very sad to hear of Ian’s passing. He was a beacon for community and music. I will remember him as the smiling clown, laughing on stilts. Deep condolences to all his family and many friends.
Rest in peace, Ian. We will never forget your kind soul.

RIP lovely man...a true legend of the wesht.... Always remembered never forgotten.... Condolences to everyone near and far... Now you can rock with the best...... Blessed be

Wishing that all the warmth and love felt for Ian envelopes you, Clíona, Róisín, Liam and family . xxx

Dear Cliona, I was so sorry to hear of Ian's illness and now to learn of his untimely passing. My deepest condolences to you and your children at this very sad time.

Dear Bro,

Although our lives took very different paths as we grew up, we were still very much peas from the same pod. And although I still hate bananas, custard and trifle because they were your favourites; I eventually came to appreciate (and even liked) U2 and Dire Straits, even though I probably never admitted that to you. You were always the straight A student and I struggled to follow in your footsteps academically. I never forgave you getting the last Black Sabbath ticket in 1983, but I still treasure your original Wailers “Light a Fire” album. And as we grew, our politics and motivators were often poles apart: I loved fast motorbikes and you were happy with a horse and cart; I chased sales targets while you “followed the sun south”. But while we differed we always shared three main passions in life from when we were young. Our desire to help others. Our deep-rooted love of music. And our enduring love of Ireland and the Celtic nations. Although we knew the country from childhood, I still remember telling you to go to Ireland, to join the “blow-ins” and I’ll never forget your reaction when we later turned up at Clon on motorbikes: it was dark, I still had my helmet on, but you instinctively knew it was me. But I’m so glad you settled there and put your roots down to start a wonderfully rich life with an amazing family. You will be missed, but fondly remembered by a great many who were lucky enough to know you.

Rest in peace Brother. Mike.

Clíona,my deepest sympathys and condolonces to you and your family. I have very fond memories of working with Ian at the CFP. He will be truly missed.

Clíona, Liam is Róisín,
Is méala linn go mór bhur dtoisc.
Suan síoraí go raibh agat, a Ian.
Ciarán agus Colette xxx

Dear Cliona,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dearest partner and friend. Please accept my deepest condolences at this very sad time for your family. May Ian rest in peace.

Our deepent condolences to Ians family & friends. May he shine upon us all thtough the Sun, the Moon & the Stars.

Ian was the best of us. Beautiful human being spreading joy and passionate about social justice along with the music. Lucky to have known him as a friend. May he rest in peace. So sorry for your great loss Cliona, Liam and Róisín. X

Dear cousin Ian, we haven’t met since we were both children but I’ve heard news of you over the years and always hoped we would meet again sometime, I think we might have got on well. My deepest condolences to Cliona, Roisin and Liam on their tragic loss.

Deepest sympathy, Clíona, Róisín, Liam, and family and friends on the passing of Ian. Ian was a friendly and positive person, who we had the pleasure of getting to know during his time in UCC. May he rest in peace.

Mary & Seamus

Dear Clíona, Liam and Róisín,
We want to express our heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of Ian. Our school community is thinking of you at this time.

For Ian

We danced on stilts
We danced to funk
We’d juggle and we’d sing
From your little hand written song book
A rebel song you’d bring.

You were a DJ, a family man, a doctor and a clown
When I heard the news you’d died
The world turned upside down!

What a beautiful soul I had the privilege to meet in this life. My heart goes out to your family Ian as they will miss you so much, thinking of you all, espically today, love and light

Sincere sympathy to Cliona, Roisin and Liam. Ian was a real gentleman with a brilliant intellect and always had a helpful and hands on approach to everything. May Ian Rest in Peace.

So sorry to hear of your loss Thinking of you all and sending love
Cathy and paul

Cliona, Roisin and Liam thinking of you at this sad time.

Deepest sympathy to Cliona ,Roisin ,Liam,The OCarroll and Stephenson families on your great loss .May Ian rest in peace.

Ian used to come to Phat Cat’s Youth Circus in Skibb and share his skills with the kids. We planned to direct the circus together if he didn’t get accepted into Cork Uni. But he got accepted ,of course , and moved to Cork for another exciting chapter! The kids often asked after him. Ian was a gentle, kind and fun man with such a generous community spirit. Involved in so many creative things. My deepest condolences go out to Cliona , Zig, Zag, family and close friends. Hatty

Extending my deepest sympathy to Cliona and the children on the heartbreaking loss of your beloved Ian. Also to Niall and all of Ian's family and friends. You will be in my thoughts.

Sincere sympathies to Clíona and family on your sad loss of Ian, I know it will be deeply felt, please accept my condolences.

So sad to hear about Ians passing.A true gent and great DJ with an amazing passion for music.He will be missed by all who knew him.May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Cliona ,Roisin, Liam and all of Ian's family and friends at this very sad time.
May Ian rest in peace.

The Storytelling festival committee and community offer our heartfelt condolences to Cliona Roisin and Liam, Máire, Ann, and Rob and all Ian’s family, and close friends.
Many hearts have met on the way to Cape Clear
Shine on you crazy diamond...xxxx

Ian is a central character to the wonderful memories I have of living in Cork, a beautiful, kind, generous, free spirited soul who shared so much kindness and music. Rest in Peace beautiful man.

Sincere sympathies to you Cliona and to your children and all Ian’s family and friends. We are so sorry to hear of Ian’s passing. Rest in peace Ian.

Sincere sympathy to Clíona, Róisín and Liam ,family and friends on the sad passing of Ian.His loss can't be measured. May he rest in peace. I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn

There will be a huge hole in the warm and welcoming vibes of Cork city now . Ian always had such an infectious happy warmth about him . He never failed to lift the spirits of everyone he encountered. A true gentleman with nothing but good in his heart . My sincerest sympathies to you and your children Cliodna. May you find strength in them to get through this tragic time .

Our sincere condolences to Cliodna, Roisin and Liam. Your strong hearts and togetherness will always keep his memory.

Gabhaim comhbhrón ó chroí le Clíona agus a clann ar bhás Ian. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Cliodna , Roisin, Liam , Maire, our sincere sympathy to you and all the family on Ian’s sad and untimely death. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Sincere sympathies Cliona, to you, your beautiful children and all Ian’s family and friends. I was truly so sorry to hear of Ian’s passing, such a lovely guy with a smile that would light up any room. Will forever cherish the memories of times spent together. Rest in peace Ian and thank you for making all our lives a little brighter for knowing you.

I'll miss his smiley face. Any time we met, we always had a good old giggle.
A lovely man.

My sincerest condolences to you Clíona, Róisín & Liam and your families on the sad loss of your beloved Ian.
We are thinking of you all at this time.

Sincere sympathy to Cliona, and children on your sad loss of Ian. Con Forde Motors

I'm so sorry to hear of Ian's passing. I met him first when I was involved in UCC 98.3FM, then later in Cork Community Art Link when he served as a board member. He was such a friendly face and gentle soul and I always enjoyed bumping into him from time to time, when he was so proud talking about his twins. My thoughts are with them and with Clíona. RIP Ian.

RIP. He will be sadly missed. A loveable character.

I'm so sorry to hear of Ian's passing. Thoughts and love to Cliona, Róisín and Liam. And deepest sympathy to all Ian's family and friends.

Clíona, so sorry for your loss. As a colleague of Ian's at UCC Radio (his show used to come after mine), it was obvious that he brightened any room he walked into. Needless to say his musical taste was great but his warm personality also shone through on air. Deepest sympathies to all the family.