Jane Dillon Byrne

My deepest sympathy to Sean and all Jane’s family on her sad passing. May she rest in peace. From her cousin Rita.

Sending my condolences to Davitt and family and I was very sad to hear the news. Jane was a colourful and lovely person and have many fond memories of her.

Sincere condolences to Jane's family and friends on behalf of us all at IMMA. Jane made immense contributions with diligence, insight and grace to the Board during her tenure; we benefit from her legacy today. Comhbhrón ó chroí.

Cian, Rowan & Davitt, very sorry to hear about Jane, I would have been at the funeral only my own Mum passed on the same day. I have very fond memories of Jane, my first and best swimming teacher, and the time we spent in your rustic kitchen in the old house. I think of her every time I drive over the granite cobbles in the middle of Dun Laoghaire, or visit the Pavilion Theatre, when I think of her she's always driving the white mini, beeping and waving every 10 yards because she knew everyone on the street. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam dílis - Seán

Condolences to Jane’s family. Bean iontach, spleodrach, suimiúil a bhí innti. RIP

All my condolences to Davitt, Rowan and Cian on your mother's death. Jane was a good friend to my late husband Joe Joyce and to me, especially in the late 1970s and 1980s, when Joe worked on Southside newspaper. She was as so many people here have said, colourful, fun and a great advocate for the people of Dun Laoghaire

Deepest condolences and sympathies.
Jane was wonderful part of my life .
Cléa

Sincere sympathies to Cian, Marie, and all the Byrne family.
Your mum sounds like she was a wonderful, full of life, woman.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilis

My sincere sympathies to Jane’s family on your sad loss. Jane was a much loved and highly respected public representative and she has left a positive legacy in Dún Laoghaire.

Deepest sympathy to all Jane's family on your sad loss. Jane lived opposite my late parents Tadgh & Maureen for a few years in Glenageary Park and I have fond memories of Jane as a kind lady, always in bright colours & flowing dresses.
Ar dheis De go raibh a h-anam.

Condolences, Davitt and all the family, on the death your mum. I have very fond memories of Jane from school and club swimming, she was always so kind and supportive. Suaimhneas síoraí dá h-anam.

Sincere condolences to all the family and friends.Both my Parents
Eric & Eileen Doyle want to send condolences also.
Jane worked so very hard during her time on the Dun Laoghaire Council she will be sadly missed.

Sincere condolences to Jane’s family. She was an exceptional person who stood out in her practical approach to getting things done.
I have fond memories of our discussions. May Jane rest in peace

My sincere sympathy on the death of Jane, a woman who shone the Labour torch for many years. A person who lived life to the full. Well done Jane. Leaba i measc na naoimh di.

My deepest sympathy to Jane's family, relatives and friends on her passing. The conversation was never dull when Jane was in the room..A great lady who worked hard in her constituency. May she rest in peace.

I had such great admiration for Jane. An inspiration for many in the Labour Party. Although I haven’t seen her in so long, I miss what she stood for in our movement. She was certainly a rose in our bread and roses ideal.

I am so sorry to here today that Jane has passed on.

She was a wonderful and colourful character and a great advocate for people and place. She truly enjoyed her time on Dun Laoghaire Borough Council, Dublin County Council and later Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. A lover of the arts, a creative mind and spirit.

Jane was so proud of the Dun Laoghaire Pavilion Theatre and its creative and corporate team.

I greatly valued her friendship and sparkle !

My sympathies to her family and her Labour Party colleagues and former Councillors that served with her in local government.

A true star that furrowed her own plough - you will be greatly missed.

Sincere sympathy to Jane’s family on her sad passing. May she rest in peace. Tom Ferris and the Family of the late Niamh Bhreathnach

Jane gave a lot of generous time to her local community. She had great integrity when the local government planning system was under threat from corrupt councillors.
Suaimhneas siorraí dá h-anam.

Sincere Sympathy to Jane's family on her sad passing. May she Rest In Peace.

So sorry to hear about Jane’s passing. She was a wonderful woman full of humour and wit . A pleasure to deal with both on a personal level and officially . Condolences to her family.

Sincere condolences to the Dillion Byrne family on Jane's sad passing. Jane was the Chairperson of Senior College Dún Laoghaire(SCD)/Blackrock Further Education Institute (BFEI) when the college moved from Dún Laoghaire to a refurbished building in the heart of Blackrock that encompasses three heritage buildings - the Town Hall, the Carnegie Library and the Blackrock Municipal Technical School. This state of the art educational facility show cases the highest standard of design and craftsmanship. These new facilities were also designed to accommodate a refurbished public library which now serve the community of Blackrock and the surrounding area and will continue to serve the community for many years to come, benefiting generations of students and library users long after the dust has settled on this new campus. Jane was also part of the sub committee who selected the art work 'Canopy' by Artist Niamh O'Malley, which was funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the 'Per Cent for Art' Scheme.
Jane's family can be proud of her hard work and contribution to bring this educational project to fruition on behalf of Dún Laoghaire VEC (DLVEC) and Dublin and Dún Laoghaire ETB (DDLETB).

Our sincere sympathies to Cian, Marie, Naoise, Liam, Cian-óg, Fionan and the Dillon Byrne family. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilis.

An old friend. You will be missed.

So sorry to read about Jane’s death. We both knew her through the Labour Party and always enjoyed her company and admired her determination and commitment. She made an immense contribution to local government in Ireland. Our sincere condolences to her family.

My deepest sympathies to all of Jane’s family and close friends. Jane’s support of the arts on both personal and political levels was extraordinary. She was constantly supportive of our programme while serving as a board member for the Irish Museum of Modern Art. May she rest in peace.

So very sad to lose such a friend

So very sorry ,Cian, to hear of the loss of your wonderful Mum. To Marie, Naoise, Liam, Cian Óg & Fionán on the huge loss of Granny Jane and to all the family. Thinking of you all & sending love

My deepest condolences to Jane's family. She was always so personable and kind. I remember when I last met her and we chatted about life at Sandycove beach. RIP

So sorry to hear this news. Jane was a larger than life character. I had the pleasure of being on her campaign team way back in 1999 when I was a young party member living in Dún Laoghaire and she had a wonderful way of connecting with people and making people feel listened to. She was an incredibly fun and gentle spirit. I think everyone who has encountered her will be left with smiles and happy memories.

Condolences to her family and many many friends.

So sad to hear of the passing of Jane, condolences to all her family,

So sorry to hear of Jane's passing. A true Labour woman and a standout representative for the party over the years. Always a pleasure to meet her and I remember her personal kindnesses. My condolences to Jane's family.

Cian, Rowan, Davitt,
Sincere condolences from the Hyland family. I remember Jane as a hugely colourful and charismatic influence back in Dún Laoghaire in the ‘80s, a politician, an artist, a swimming coach and a mum.
Ní fheicfimid a leithéid arís.

Ah, I am deeply saddened to hear of Jane’s passing. I remember her humour and her kindness to a rookie reporter covering meetings of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. Jane never let anyone forget the reason members were elected was to make things better for their fellow citizens. She was cultured with an impish grin, but most of all considerate. I last interviewed her after she had been swimming and I really thought she would live for decades yet. My sincere condolences to her extended family.

Comhbhrón ó chroí le clann Jane - braithfidh muintir Dhún Laoghaire uathu leithéid Jane Dillon Byrne.
I knew Jane mainly because my late father worked in Dún Laoghaire Corporation - he had such respect for Jane as a person, as a Councillor and as a friend.
Suaimhneas síoraí di - laoch ar lár, cinnte.

Comhbhrón ó chroí libh ar bhás bhur Mham. Bean uasal ab ea í. Suaimhneas síoraí Jane 💕

Our sincere sympathies to Cian, Marie, Naoise, Liam, Cian and Fionan and all the Byrne family on the passing of Jane. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May she rest in peace.

Rowan
I am very sorry to hear of your mum's passing. May she rest in peace 🙏 you are in our thoughts.

Sharon and Greg

Comhbhrón chuig clan agus cáirde Jane, ár múinteor snámha agus duine den scoth. Suaimhneas síoraí aice

Cian a chara, I am sad to hear of the passing of your wonderful mother, JDB, such a beautiful person, the brightest smile, the most generous energy, infectious humour and wit and a laugh that put everyone at ease. As kids we always loved to be around the colourful, free spirited, enthusiastic Jane who’s integrity and hard work has seen the greater community reap the benefit of in so many ways. She has left a light and a legacy that will shine on forever. Ag smaoineamh oraibh go léir ag an am seo. Go mbeidh a leithéid arís ann agus ar dheis Dé go raibh a hAnam.

Rowan, Jane's energy and twinkle are fondly remembered by me. She takes with her the love and admiration of so many as is evident from these messages. She was many things to many people but most importantly she was your dear mother, now and forever. My sympathy to you and your family. Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.

I enjoyed many hours in Jane's company. Sitting at the wall in Sandycove and in various cafes. She was always so interested in everything going on in the world and locally, so chats were stimulating. I have missed you for the past few years. Rest in peace.

A great lady.
Rest peacefully Jane.
Condolences to all her family.
Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.

Please accept my sympathies on the loss of the remarkable Jane. Jane was a key participant in The Pale Project; a year long programme of writing workshops I ran with DLR Co Co - she was kind, judicious, spirited, and so much fun. She chose the Forty Foot as her territory to write about and spoke movingly of being taught to swim by her father. When I swim, I hear her voice quoting her father's instruction: 'straight leg, Jane, kick through the hip'; advice carried through into a lifetime of dedicated public service. May her soul swim gladly into the harbour of our Lord.

Our heartfelt condolences to Cian and Marie and family on the loss of Jane.
Sympathies to all the Byrne family. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Rest in peace Jane.

Very fond memories of Jane teaching me to swim in Monkstown Blue Pool, I was older than most in the class at 10 but she gave me confidence every week until I got there
Deep Condolences to her Family and Friends may she RIP xx

The term 'legend' is overused in modern conversation. But it is the only realistic way of describing Jane Dillon Byrne. A constant and reliable voice in the Labour Party for generations, her distinctive pink visor always illustrated her attitude to life. For her family of course her political status is secondary to her role as partner, mother and grandmother. Your loss will be felt deeply and for some time. We can only hope that the love her party colleagues had for her will soften the pain to some extent. May she rest in power.

Sincere condolences to Jane's family. I have great memories of delightful swims & dinners over many, many years in Inis Oirr! Jane was great company and fun and encouraged so many people to swim - including my own sons whom she encouraged to jump off the pier in Inis Oirr!!
Suaimhneas síoraí Jane.

Cian and family,
My sincerest condolences on the passing of your Mum.
May she rest in peace.

Cian, I was very sorry to hear of your mum’s passing. Thinking of you and your family at this very sad time.

May she rest in peace.

I was very sad to hear of Jane’s passing. We both served on Labour Councillors Association and also on the EHB/HSE. Jane was a very skilled articulate Councillor and great company. She was always committed to Labour Principles and values. My sincere sympathy to all her family. May she rest in peace

Cian , so very sorry to hear of the sad passing of your mother Jane. Thinking of you, Marie and your siblings and family at this time. May she rest in peace .🙏🏼

Our condolences to Davitt, Rowan, Cian and families on the death of dear Jane.
We are very sorry for your loss and thinking of you all at this sad time.
May she rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Cian, Davitt and Rowan who have cared for Jane during her long illness.
I have so many happy swimming memories with Jane who was such a wonderful friend
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam

Sincere sympathy to Sean, and to all Jane's family on her sad passing. From her cousin Liam Dillon, Limerick and formerly Woodlawn, Ballinasloe, Galway.

Jane worked tirelessly for social justice and equal rights, for everybody in Dún Laoghaire and beyond. A passionate feminist but also a good friend, interested in fashion and fun. 'Cailíní Carces' will always remember the craic and the long debates. She brought great colour into our lives. The river at 'aubuduru' ('béal an bhóithrín) replaced the 40-Foot for a glorious week every year.
We will raise many a glass of rosé to our dear departed friend.
Slán abhaile, Jane!

Ag smaoineamh ar Davitt, Rowan agus Cian.

Is dona linn bhur mbris . . .

Our heartfelt condolences to Cian and Marie on the loss of Jane. May she rest in peace .Our sympathies go to all the Byrne family.Thinking of you during this difficult time

Sincere condolences to Cian, Marie, Naoise, Liam, Cian and Fionan and all the Byrne family. May Jane rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Cian, Marie, Naoise, Liam, Cian and Fionan and all the Byrne family. May she rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Cian, Marie, Naoise, Liam, Cian and Fionan and all the Byrne family. May Jane rest in peace.