James (Jim) HOLMES

We are devastated to hear of the news of Jim’s passing. As a distant US relative he was one of the last contacts we have with Ireland. His humor, hospitality and warmth will be missed. We couldn’t have asked for a better “cousin”. Our thoughts and prayers for Bernie, David, Bernard and Helen.

I had the pleasure of working with Jim many years ago in TGP, He was always a gentleman to speak with. Sympathies to all the family, may you all remember the good times you all shared at this sad time.

Sincere sympathy to Helen and to Jim's family at this difficult time.

Sincere sympathy to The Holmes Family on the sad passing of Jim. May he rest in peace,

Sincere sympathy to Bernie and boys on the passing of Jim. I worked with Jim in Brandeaux for many years. A one of a kind , a true gentleman. Rest in Peace Jim x

Sincere sympathy Helen & all the family on the sad passing of James.May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Helen ,to Jims wife and family on the death of Jim.May he rest in peace.

Our sincere condolences Bernie, David, Bernard, and extended family, on the passing of Jim.
Many fond memories of working with Jim, from our days in CMI.
May he Rest In Peace.

I’m very sorry to hear of the passing of James. I have fond memories of him from our time boarding in Rockwell College and we shared many a laugh on our way
Home from Rockwell College to Longford and Athlone. My deepest condolences to his wife and family, may he rest in peace.

Bernie, I can't tell you how sorry I was to hear of Jim's passing. You were such a close couple. It will be very difficult but be strong and remember all the good times you had together. Take care.

Deepest sympathies on the passing of James, such a lovely man. RIP

I was very sad to hear of the sudden passing of Jim. I had the pleasure of working with Jim in Brandeaux for a number of years. He was a wonderful colleague. I still remember him talking about his love of family cycling holidays.
May he rest in peace.
My sincere condolences to Bernie and the boys.

My deepest sympathy to Jim's family, friends and all of his colleagues at GARLAND.

Deepest sympathy to Holmes and Mc Guire family Longford on very sad passing of dear James.
May he rest in eternal peace.
Rita Gannon.
Tullamore.

Had the pleasure of working with Jim in Garland. He was always a gent to deal with and to share a tale. Sympathies to all the family.

Deepest condolences to Bernie & the Holmes family.
May Jim Rest in Peace

Sincere sympathy to Helen & the Holmes family on the sudden passing of James. May he rest in peace. My late mother Mary was a close friend of your late parents and I have great memories of our many visits to your shop on Dublin Street where there was always the kettle on the boil.

Sincere condolences to Jim’s family, colleagues and friends. Jim was a true gentleman. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Sincere sympathies to Bernie and family, and everyone in Garland, on Jim's untimely death. Thinking of you all. RIP Jim.

Bernie, David & Bernard,
A beautiful befitting ceremony,encompassing a full life ,well spent and celebrated with friends and colleagues. It was a joy to be part of it although extremely difficult and sad. Look after each other.
Brian & Carmel

Sincere condolences to Bernie, David, Bernard and Helen on the sudden passing of your loving husband, father and brother.
May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Marie and Eimear Fox
Bray, Co Wicklow

Deepest sympathy to James' immediate and extended family on his sad and untimely passing. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to Bernie and family on the passing of Jim.
Out thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

So sorry Bernie to hear of the sudden death of Jim. My sincere condolences to you Bernie, David and Bernard. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and very difficult time!
Croine Flaherty

My sincere condolences to family and friends, rest easy Jim, 🙏

With deepest sympathy

We give our condolences and deepest sympathy to Bernie, David and Bernard on this very sad day. Our heart goes to you and the entire family. We are terribly sorry we can not attend as we are away on a family matter in Spain.
Jim will be missed by all that had the honour of knowing him, a gentlemen
always . May He rest in peace.

So saddened to hear of Jim’s death, may he rest in peace. He was always a lovely gentleman and a very pleasant and helpful work colleague. Sincere sympathies to you all.

To Bernie , David and Bernard.Very sad to hear of Jim's passing.He was a gentleman and always a good neighbour on Marley Rise.

Sincerest condolences to Jim’s friends and family. May he rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to the Holmes family,sister Helen and extended family on the sad and untimely passing of James.May he rest in eternal peace,

Dear Bernie, David & Bernard
I was so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Jim, RIP. My sincere sympathy to you all.
I've just watched the funeral service. It was a beautiful Mass and wonderful words from the boys and Jim's dear friend.
Thinking of you all at this very sad time. May Jim rest in peace.

We're so sorry to hear of Jim's untimly passing. Our sincerest sympathy to you Bernie, the boys and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers, may your beloved Jim rest in peace x. Ar dheis go raibh a anam.

Dear Bernie, David, and Bernie,

I was very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a wonderful colleague—kind, dedicated, and always a pleasure to work with. His presence will be deeply missed.

Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.

With sympathy,
Oleksandr Voloshchuk

Bernie, David & Bernard,
Our deepest sympathies.
We are so sorry to learn of Jim’s recent passing. Our thoughts are with you all. May he rest in peace 🙏
Caoimhe & Liam

Jim was an absolute gentleman and a loyal supporter of both Rockwell College and the Union. Jim always made time for everyone and was very well regarded within the RCU community. My thoughts are with you all at this very sad time

So saddened to hear of James's untimely passing - sincere sympathy to you Bernie, the boys, and the wider circle of family and friends. I know he was a true and good friend to my sister Ann and my brother-in-law Andrew. I met James on a few occasions and always thoroughly enjoyed his good company, with plenty of laughs so easily enjoyed. He always struck me as a true gentleman who loved people. May dear James Rest in Peace.

My deepest condolences to the Holmes family on the sad and untimely passing of Jim, he was a true gentleman and a pleasure to meet in the local rugby club may his gentle soul rest in peace.

Dearest Bernie, I’ve just read the back of the Irish Times and I’m shocked to read of Jim’s death. May he rest in peace. Much love to you all. I’ll be in touch.

Deepest sympathy to the Holmes family extended family and friends on the sudden passing of James. May he rest in peace.

Our sincerest condolences to the Holmes family on the sad and untimely passing of Jim, he was a true gentleman.

May he rest in peace!

Aidan Walsh & family

Bernie, David & Bernard .
We are so very sorry & saddened to learn of Jim’s recent passing. A kind & gentle soul. Sending lots prayers your way. X x

Our condolences to Bernie , David and Bernard on the passing of Jim. He was a great friend and Neighbour and will be sadly missed..

Deepest sympathy Helen and all the Holmes’s Family on
The sad and untimely passing of James.

May he rest peacefully.

I was deeply saddened to hear about Jim’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you, and I wish you strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Dear Bernie, we were so very shocked and saddened to hear that Jim died on the day we were cycling from Novi Sad to Ilok. Although we had only recently met you, we felt we had got to know you both quite well. Jim was so friendly, generous and helpful and we enjoyed your company at mealtimes and on the road.
We send our very sincere condolences to you, your sons and your extended family and we are thinking of you all.
David and Jennifer

Very shocked to hear of Jims sudden passing Bernie. You , the boys and extended family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers. May Jim Rest in Peace
Carol and Frank Kelly
Curracloe

Sincerest and prayerful sympathy to all the family.
Masses offered.
Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12

Bernie i was Sorry to hear of your loss my thoughts and prays are with you and your family at this sad time

So sorry to hear this very sad news our sincere sympathy to his wife and sons and to all his family and friends may Jim rest in eternal peace🙏

Dear Bernie

We are absolutely saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Our condolences to you David and Bernard. Pam and Gerry

Bernie - my deepest sympathy to you and your sons on your beloved Jim’s sudden and untimely passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

My deepest condolences to the Holmes family.

Jim was an absolute gentleman and it was always a pleasure to meet at our events over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Shane Canavan
Rockwell College Union

It was a privilege to get to know you Jim through my brother Gerry and a shared love of Leinster and Ireland rugby.
Jim you will be sorely missed but fondly remembered.

Bernie, please accept my sincere sympathy on the death of Jim may he rest in peace. I know his sudden passing will leave a huge void in your life. Condolences to your sons and all the extended family

Sincere condolences to Bernie and family on the untimely passing of Jim. We were very sorry to hear the sad news. Thinking of you all.

Sincere sympathy Bernie, David & Bernard & the Rogan Family on the sudden death of your best friend & dad Jim. Thinking of you all at this very sad & difficult time. May Jim rest in peace.

Draw strength & take care of each other over the coming days & weeks.

ex neighbours from Mountshannon Road, Kilmainham

Jim worked tirelessly & gave so much time & advice to the Rockwell Union of which he was a cherished member. RIP. Condolences to Bernie, David & Bernard.

Our thoughts are with Bernie, David and Bernard at this sad time.

Will miss you so much Jim, remembering all the ski trips and rugby matches we enjoyed together.