James Joseph McDaid

Very sad to hear about the passing of James - such a phenomenal character. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Very sorry to hear of the death of your Dad ,Niamh.

Sincere sympathy to Marion, Paul and the McDaid family on the death of James.

My condolences to Sheelagh, James’s wife and support.

Ramelton has lost a legend. We loved our nights in the wine bar. Such great memories of James showing us all the photos and hearing the stories behind them. Sympathies to his family, friends and all who loved him.

Thanks James for all the wonderful evenings. Always to be remembered. Rest in Peace.🌹

James my old friend. What a man you were. I first remember properly meeting you on a sunny day at Granny’s (Mrs Metcalfe) house in the mid 90’s, you were with Shelagh. You were wearing a sleeveless denim jacket with no shirt and I thought you were a rock star. I asked you if you were going in swimming, it being a hot day. I’ll always remember your wry answer, “Nah, you wouldn’t want to do that, you’d probably catch a chill”. It was the way you told them, the way you could deliver a line that was one part of your multifaceted charm.
Your intelligence was unparalleled, your knowledge of music encyclopedic, your ability to mix with literally anyone from any walk of life and, as your brother Hubert so eloquently said at your funeral, “to make that person feel good” - so many things about you were unique. Not least your absolutely hilarious sense of humor. I have never laughed as hard as in your company, James. There would be times when my sides would ache from laughter. I’ll always remember one night us coming back to the wine bar very late together, when a tractor came hurtling down by the lower road, lights blazing at around 2 am. I can’t recall exactly what you said but it was so funny we spent several minutes laughing.
When we’d meet up, you’d always say “Happy days” and they were - we all looked forward to meeting up with you again. You were the highlight of any trip back to Donegal. So thank you James for everything. May God bless you James. Rest in peace sir.

Sincere sympathy to Hubert and Margery on the death of James .May he rest in peace.

Sorry to hear while away Shelagh, Niamh and family, respect and goodbye to James

On behalf of the Donegal Vintage & Classic Car Club I would like to convey our condolences to the McDaid family and relations on the passing of James.
James recently joined our club but sadly was unable to join us at our club shows and events. May his soul Rest in Peace.
Donal McGettigan,
Club Secretary,
Bundoran

Sincere sympathies on the passing of James - always a smile, a gent with style.

My sincerest condolences to all his nearest and dearest. James was quite unique. His story telling of his life experiences was always intriguing. His dress sense was unique and special. I don’t claim to have known him well, but we were “family “. I thoroughly enjoyed talking about shared memories of family who pre deceased us. Without doubt James McDaid was special. R.I.P. James.

It was a privilege to know James - always heartwarming, witty and entertaining. Sympathy to Sheelagh, Owen, Niamh, Caitlin and all his family and friends.

Deepest sympathy to Sheila and family.James was a lovely man which will be missed by so many. May he rest in peace in his heavenly home.

Very sad news and he will be so missed by everyone. Sincerest sympathies to all the family on his loss

My sincere condolences to Shelagh and the family at this sad time. James was such a remarkable character - always welcoming, entertaining, brimful of wit and charm. Rest in Peace James - you'll be remembered and missed by many. Ramelton will never be the same.

Very sorry to hear about James! Condolences to Shelagh and to all the family! So many good memories of James! Fondly missed, he will be,by all who knew him.

So sad to hear of James passing. One of life's true gents full of wit + wisdom. Always fun times when you were in the room James.. thinking of Sheelagh, family + friends. ➕️

A gentleman.! Rest in peace sir and my condolences to all the family

So sorry to hear of James death may rest in peace 🙏

Sincere sympathy Niamh and all McDaid family in your loss.

Such a kind person, you will be missed by all. Condolences to all of your family. May you rest in peace

Warmest regards to Shelagh and all the McDaid family and connections
James was special, he gave us much joy and entertainment and good humour over the years.

Our sincere condolences to Shelagh,Owen,Niamh and Hugh on the passing of James,our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

I’m so sorry that James has left us all. A lovely, kind and interesting man, his musical evenings at the wine bar were unique and wonderful. My sympathies to Sheelagh and all his beloved family. X

Sending sympathy and prayers .May James rest in peace .

James was a good man....his wit was on a par with Ted Ponsonbys..no higher praise....the wine bar was a legend with Henry and so many others...his tales of Sienna ..of the Hard Rock Cafe in London....his friendships from English test spinners to Woodstock openers....his gritty ..throaty laugh....his magnificent cooking...a meal in James...then across the road to Marys to hear Henry...he was such a part of Ramelton...and life....i will never be able to listen to the byrds again without thinking of all those lovely meals in the wine bar....RIP...a lovely man...sincere prayers for his family and friends...

Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis

Deepest sympathy to Niamh Owen and extended family, may your dad rest in peace.
John & Bried x

Our most sincere condolences on James's passing. A true gentleman and another fine Ramelton legend and character gone too soon. Rest In Peace James, I'm sure you & Daddy have abit of catching up to do 🕊️❤️