James McLOUGHLIN

I first met James 43 years ago when he and Sarah were on a journey to Dublin to bring a donated mattress to a family in the valley. It was typical of the kindness that I was to see in them ever since. They generously picked me up as a hitchhiker and we began a conversation covering a wide range of topics from the troubles in the north to the environment, politics, and self-sufficiency. It was a conversation that was never to end and was extended every time we met…

Throughout his life James had an insatiable curiosity over a wide of interests and the ability to engage and inspire people from many different backgrounds. He was an extraordinary character that I had the privilege of getting to know. My life, and the lives of many others, is better for having known him…

I offer my sincere condolences to Sarah, Karin, Kate, Amy and all those who came to know and love James.

So sad to hear James has passed. He was a clever, funny man with a big heart, I had some great times with him, I will never forget his kindness.

Sarah, Karin, Kate and Amy, you have my deepest and sincere empathy for the passing of James. My thoughts are with you. All my love.

Deepest sympathy to Sarah, Karin, Kate and Amy at the passing of their beloved James. James was such a kind, lovely man who had a smile on his face and his love of animals on the farm in Glencree was obvious for anyone to see. I spent some very happy times in Glencree and getting to know James and Sarah and their family was a very special time in my life. I often think about Glencree and those fun happy days. Rest in peace James

I am very sad to hear of the death of James. What wonderful discussions Sarah, James and I had about farming and life in Glencree Valley. James was a true visionary! May he rest in peace, and may all your family be comforted.

The memories we have!
Bon voyage you lovely man!
Frank, Susan, Eamonn and Niamh.

Condolences and love to all at Aurora.

So sorry Sarah, Karin, Kate and Amy on the loss of your wonderful Husband and Dad. James had a huge influence on everyone in our family. He was a thorough gentleman & had time for us all. We will remember him with great fondness.

To Sara, Kate, Amy and Karin,
Sincere condolences on the passing of James. I have wonderful memories of visiting James and Glencree. May he rest easy.

Sarah, karina, Kate and Amy,
Sorry to hear about the passing of James, he was a true gentleman. May he RIP.

I have the fondest memories of James. More than 25 years ago, he very kindly mentored me on a small building job that I had rashly taken on without any idea what I was doing. His kindness, patience and good humour have stayed with me ever since. A really formative experience, and I have always been grateful to him.

Sincere condolences Sarah Karin Katie and Amy on the passing of James May his gentle soul Rest In Peace

To Sara, Kate, Amy and Karin,
I was so sad to hear of the passing of James. He was a gentle soul with a beautiful, warm and kind energy that touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May the cherished memories of James bring you peace and strength in the days ahead.

Very sorry to hear of your loss.he was a gentleman and I have great memories of him and the family.may he rest in peace.

Dearest Amy and family. James's warmth, friendliness and positivity has been and inspiration to me and so many. Wishing you and all the family my deepest condolances peace, love and strenght.

Dear Sarah, so sorry for the loss of your lovely husband. Karla

My deepest sympathy to Sara, Amy, Karen, Kate and family. I have very fond memories of James, he will be sadly missed by all, RIP. Emma, Dubai.

James was a gentle soul with a great intellect and delightful wit. He was generous in his gifts of conversation and hospitality. I recall how diligently he worked his land, yet gave you his cheerful attention at a moment’s notice. James and his lovely bride Sarah built their house in those gorgeous Wicklow mountains one room at a time, creating a warm and cosy home for their daughters. Visitors to the Glencree Centre from around the world were often invited to sit before their living room fire where a wide array of topics were discussed. May the Lord bless and comfort the McLoughlin family, as well as all who feel the loss of his passing.

Our deepest sympathy to Sarah & family. James was a true gentleman. He listened with care and consideration to everyone's story and had a smile that lit up the room. Added to that he himself was a font of knowledge.
The world has lost one of it's beautiful souls.

My deepest condolences to Sarah, Karin, Kate and Amy. James was such a lovely man and I know my mum, Miriam, loved him very much, hopefully they’ll be having a good catchup now and she will be looking after him. RIP James xx

Deeply saddened to hear of Uncle James’ passing. Many happy childhood memories of carefree weekends in Glencree. Sending love to Sarah, Karin, Kate, Amy and their families. Louise & Family. xx

Sincere condolences to Andrew, Amy and family at this very sad time. We know that James was loved and cherished so much by you all and will be missed terribly. May he Rest in Peace.

My sincere condolences to Amy and family.
May he rest in peace.

With deepest sympathy to Sarah and family. We were so sorry to hear of James's passing. He was a lovely man, always kind and welcoming and we have many wonderful memories of trips to the bog in Glencree and afternoons spent in your great company. May he rest in peace.

RIP Uncle James. Have very fond memories of my childhood and beyond with my Uncle James up in Glencre.
Sending lots of love to Aunty Sarah, Karin. Kate and Amy.
Xx

I am so sorry to hear that James has passed away. I will always cherish the wonderful memories of our times in the 45th Scouts and to trips to Glencree.
Deepest sympathy to Sarah and the girls.
Joe and Mary Whelan.

Sending you our deepest sympathy and condolences to Sarah the girls and extended family.James was a true gentleman . I have fond memories of amazing times we spent together . thinking of you all at this sad time.RIP

I feel very privileged to have known James. He brought joy into every occasion he graced and his principles were unwavering - a rare combination.

I am so sorry to hear about James. I have so many lovely memories of a beautiful man. Sending love to you all.
Tani x

RIP JAMES, thank you and Sara for all the amazing memories in Glencree, always a gentleman, ❤️ Andrew

James was a one of a kind man, a beautiful soul and the warmest person in the room. Always engaged and fascinated by what others were upto!

It was an honour to meet James on a few occasions, and I wish his family my deepest sympathy for their loss.

My deepest sympathy to Sara, and family, for there, beloved James a beautiful man, will be very sadly missed by all, RIP,
Tony Donnelly and Family
Templeogue Dublin

Dear Sarah, Karine, Kate and Amy. Our deepest condolences, what a sad news. We will never forget James smile, warmth and stories. He was a man full of knowledge, always smiling, enjoying life and enjoying people in his life. We are thinking about you all.

Sincere sympathies to Sarah, Karin, Katie & Amy. May the many warm memories of Uncle James help bring comfort on your sad loss.

My deepest sympathies to James’ beloved family and friends on his passing. He was a kind soul and an absolute gentleman.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

My sincerest condolences to Amy and all her family. May James rest in peace.

Dear Kate and Amy, so sorry to hear about the passing of you dad. My deepest condolences.

Dear Sarah, Amy, Karin, Kate, partners and grandchildren.

Our deepest condolences to you all at this extremely sad time.

James was such a wonderful, interesting, funny and charming person. We always thoroughly enjoyed his company, and the warm welcome to your home we always received.

I have such lovely magical memories of being at Aurora as a teenager with you all.

We know he will be greatly missed.

Thinking of you all and sending our love,

Alice and Sol

With deepest sympathy and condolences Sarah, Karin, Kate, Amy and all his extended family on the passing of James.

Dearest Sarah, Karin, Kate, Amy and families. Heartfelt sympathies from your Australian cousins on the passing of James. My dad, Patrick Kennedy, has many happy childhood memories of time spent in Dublin with his McLoughlin and Cannon cousins, and of the love they received from their beautiful mothers - Lila, Maisie and Kathleen. May James rest in peace and may his soul be reunited with those three loving O'Neill women and all the cousins who have gone before him.

An elegant, kind, & cultured man...that's how I will always remember Uncle James. You introduced me to Winnie-the-Pooh..
Rest well & bonne nuit. We are all the better for knowing you. My sincere sympathy to Sarah, Karin, Kate, and Amy.

To Kate, your mum, sisters and extended family, my deepest symathies on your sad loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donal

Amy, I’m very sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. My condolences to you and to all of your family on your loss. I’m sure you have many fond memories that you will cherish and that will help to sustain you all.
Take care.

Clodagh Byron.

So sorry to hear of James passing, like Dad he always had a glint in his eye and some knowledge to impart. Thinking of you all during this sad time Sarah, Karin, Kate, Amy & Families, much love Meav & family

James was one of a kind, a gentleman and an all round beautiful human being.
Love to you all xx

So sad at James passing we both will miss James.

I have many beautiful memories of James and Sarah and one was when I had the pleasure of staying with James and helped him re-decorate. When we weren't painting, we foraged in the garden and cooked amazing food, drank wine and did cross words. I learnt a lot from James and Sarah. Some best years of my life in Glencree. Missed and loved forever ❤️❤️

My sincere condolences to Andrew,Amy and the family for the sad loss of James. May he rest in peace,
Shirley & Donal

My sincere condolences Kate, I have such lovely memories of all you guys in Glencree, your dad was just a lovely lovely person. Sending you your mum Karin and Amy all my love x

My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time Amy.
May your Dad rest in peace.
Dawn

James you were a lovely person,
I love my clock still.
Thinking of you Sarah Karin, Amy & Kate
Lorraine

To my lovely cousin James. There are not enough words to express what a beautiful heart soul and mind you had. Always the perfect gent. Will love you forever. Deepest condolences to Sarah the girls and all the family.

Darling James.
Loved by everyone.
Remembered forever.
Aimen and MC.

So sorry to hear of the passing of James. A true Gentlemen. Condolences to Sarah & family.

I was very sad to hear of James's passing, he was such a lovely guy. I knew James from his work with the Glencree Reconciliation Center back in the early 80s when he was coordinator there. I was a member of the Ballyfermot Peace Corps at the time and we enjoyed many a weekend there on work camps. My sincerest condolences go out to his lovely wife Sarah and all his family. Thanks James for the wonderful memories.

James...you are right up there as one of the most remarkable men I have ever met. An inspiration and a joy..

The world is a smaller place without you
You and Sarah have been such significant people in my life
Darling Sarah, i send you and the girls and their families, much love. I wish i could be with you all this weekend.
We will raise a glass of very good french wine in James's honour
With love from Moby and Tim xxx

Sending our most sincere sympathy to Sarah, Karin Kate and Amy and all the extended McLoughlin family on the passing of James. May his gentle soul Rest in peace

So sorry to hear of James's passing, he was such a lovely Gentleman, I always enjoyed meeting him , he had such Great Knowledge, our Sincere Sympathy to Sarah , Karin , Kate and Amy , and all James's Family at this sad time. Rest In Peace James.

Good bye, Cousin

You were a fighter and man of strong convictions. I admired that so much.

Love,
Karin

Thinking of you Amy and family in this sad time. May the happy memories of your dad give you comfort in time. Fionnuala

To Sarah and the girls, so sorry for the loss of James. He was so important in all our lives. We will celebrate having had him in our lives.