Jim TATE

So sorry to have just heard of Jim's untimely passing. A long and very loyal customer of ours for many years....always a genuine gentleman to deal with. Condolences to Debbie Darragh and extended family. Alan Jordan/ Jordans Garage.

Sincere condolences to Jim’s wife and son and his two sisters Jackie and Louise. May his gentle souls Rest in Peace

So very saddened and shocked to learn of Jim's untimely passing. We had the pleasure of hosting Jim, a true gentleman for many years and his presence will be sorely missed every September at Inishross during the New Ross Piano Festival. RIP

Bridget & Mark Doyle

My sincere condolences to Debbie, Darragh, Jackie, Louise & all the extended family. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's untimely passing. He was a pure gent with his sparkling eyes and brilliant smile always, he'll be sadly missed by all who knew him, someone so special can never be forgotten, may he rest in peace.

Devastated to hear the news of Jim's passing, happy times working with him both as an NCH staff member and as a performer, over many years Sincere condolences to all the family and may he rest in peace and harmony.

So sad to hear of Jim,s passing. Only met him for the first time at his dad,s recent removal. What a warm character he was..Would love to have shared more stories with him.. Sincere condolences to his wife, son , sisters and extended family..Rest well Jim... Brian

To Debbie, Darragh, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. As many have said before me, Jim was an absolute gentleman and a joy to work with. I will miss his jokes and the easygoing nature that made everyone feel that they were in safe hands. He will be missed dearly.
Thinking of you at this very sad time.

Rest in peace Jim. A true professional and a pleasure to work with. God bless you. Sleep in peace.

Hello to Debbie, Darragh and Jim’s family, colleagues and many musical friends. Pease accept my sincere condolences on Jim’s passing. I was so very sorry to hear about this. He was one of life’s gentlemen in many senses of the word.

So many great memories of a kind man and wonderful musician.

I hope you all find peace in time. 



Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.

What a beautiful Person Jim was, and Iv wonderful Memories. I wish I hadn't lost touch, yet when ever I was Home and bumped into Jim I was always meet with a Smile. Been at Jim's funeral today was such a sad day but what a wonderful mass and Gathering. RIP Jim. Xxdave

My deepest sympathy to all Jim's family he was a true gentleman and will be sadly missed by all

Condolences to Louise and all of Jim’s family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Deepest condolences to Debbie and Darragh and extended family . thinking of Jim this morning with great warmth and respect for a lovely man and superb musician , I've known Jim most of my musical life and have never heard him utter a bad word about anyone ever , he would do anything for you , he didn't know how to say NO to people he always found a way to help., he' ll be highly missed by a very large music fraternity to whom is was held in very high regard . So go now Jim and slap that big bad Bass in the sky .

Deepest sympathy and condolences to Debbie,Darragh,Jackie,Louise and families on your tragic loss of Jim.Difficult to imagine not seeing him around backstage in the NCH anymore.He was a lovely guy.May he rest in peace.🌺

New Ross Piano Festival will not be the same without Jim’s presence. A lovely man, always cheerful and helpful and spoke fondly of his family. Sincere condolences to all the family at this sad time

Debbie and Darragh
We are so very very sorry to hear of your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time
Ken, Cherie, Nathan, Jade, Freya, Zach, Willow and Eli

Deep condolences to all. What a genuinely lovely person Jim was, a unique spirit.
RIP

Debbie, Darragh and family, I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Lots of love to you at this sad time x

I'm very sorry for your loss. He's a big loss for the Concert Hall. The place won't be the same without him.

Thinking of you today Louise and Jackie. I’m so sorry for your loss, and so soon after the death of your dad. Jim was one of us lot growing up on Errigal Road. He was always lovely. It’s so very sad that he’s gone so young. Sincere condolences to Jim’s wife and son and extended family. Rest in Peace Jim.

Deepest condolences on your immeasurable loss. To have been loved and respected by so many people is a reflection of what a beautiful person he was. RIP Jim.

My deepest condolences on Jim’s death. Jim was one of nature’s gentlemen and ever an obliging, helpful and cheerful colleague. I have the warmest memories of working with him at the National Concert Hall and I know he will be greatly missed by all the music community and his friends at the NCH.

Thanks for everything Jim, I always enjoyed your company. We had out first back stage breakfast over 25 years ago. Heart broken, Diarmaid Maria Leo and Rían Frain

Very sad to hear of Jim's passing. I first met Jim when growing up in Drimnagh in the 70s. I remember Jim always had a smile and had time to stop and have a chat, focus on the conversation in hand, a unique gift. One of the ‘Magnificent’. Rest In Peace Jim. It was a pleasure to have known you.

I was shocked to hear of Jim’s death. My thoughts are with you Debbie, Darragh, Jasmin and extended family at this very sad time.

Sad news of Jim's passing. Wishing all his family well in this tough time. Always had great laughs and jokes with Jim anytime I met him at concerts and gigs. He was a wonderful bass player and a lovely man.

Very fondly remembering Jim from his days playing in Labata and later on many memories chatting backstage of the NCH on concert rehearsals having a laugh and telling each jokes and funny stories.He was a warm and genuine man who always made me feel welcome whenever we were in the hall. He will be missed by so many and remembered fondly and with much love. Thank you Jim for your friendship and may you rest in peace my friend.

My go to man, inside and outside the Concert Hall. Multiple Orchestras, Multiple bands, no problem, Jim was the man. The only problem was that he set the bar so high, he ruined it for the rest of us.
He was a colleague, but after 33 years a true friend who always had time for me and everyone else. My condolences to Debbie, Darragh and all of the Tate family,
My heart is broken and we in the Concert hall will make sure Jim's memory lives on.

Jim was a lovely guy, always happy and smiling. He played music with my brothers Eugene and Niall Murphy years ago. The last time I seen him was March 2020 in the National Concert Hall just before lock down and it was wonderful to catch up with him. He will be sadly missed. A fantastic musician. My condolences to Jim's family. May he RIP

So shocked to hear of Jim's passing, I had many interesting and hilarious conversations with him over the years. Jim will be missed, however people will smile when they remember him. Condolences to all Jim's family.

Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a real gent, just like his father Johnny!
Sincere condolences,

Matt Roberts

We have known Jim and his father before him for 37 years.. he was always friendly and chatty , a constant and helpful presence for countless concerts over the years .. it’s hard to imagine the NCH without him .. he will be sorely missed .. RIP Jim and Johnny

Jim made us all feel so welcome, and looked after us so well, in the Concert Hall. Lord rest his soul. Will be sadly missed.! Paddy Cole

Deepest condolences to all the family. It was always a pleasure to work alongside Jim , always so helpful when we played the NCH , Sleep well Jim may you Rest In Peace 🌺

Slán Jim, you will be missed, always there with a joke & a smile...
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So sorry for your loss Debbie and family. RIP JIM XX

Jim was good fun, a great musician and a kind man. RIP

Sad to hear of Jim's passing he played bass with us sometimes. A lovely guy. The band is the brazen hussies. Whenever he played with us he always made us sound better. Rest in peace Jim.

Over the years, Jim was a warm and welcome presence in the NCH. A lovely, positive man, he will be sorely missed. Warmest sympathies to Jim's family.

I’d worked with you for one third of a century and will always remember you as a caring, fun-loving, witty colleague and magical person. The world will be lessened without you. Your rapid departure is quite heartbreaking!

To Debbie and all the family, so saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. I worked with Jim over many years when in the Symphony Orchestra. He was always the most helpful and cheerful person I can remember backstage.He will be missed by all his colleagues in the NCH.May he Rest In Peace and join his Parents in Heaven Tim

So sad to hear of Jims passing and sincere condolences to Debbie, Darragh and family. Only have happy memories of Jim, his quick wit, constant humour and brilliant musicianship. RIP.

Shocked and saddened to hear the news. RIP Jim. Sincere condolences to the Tate family.

Sincerest condolences to Debbie, Darragh and the Tate family on the sad passing of Jim. We knew Jim from his Absolutely Yo day's and only recently bumped into him at the Undertones gig. Where there was music, there was Jim. His loss will be felt by all who knew and loved him. Rest in peace Bass Man.

We are shocked and saddened at Jim's passing. Jim was part of the New Ross Piano Festival team since 2007, and his ready smile combined with his professionalism will not be forgotten. We will miss him dreadfully. Our deepest sympathy is extended to his family and friends

Even 2 Days after Jim’s Death Im still lost for the right words.Jim I shall miss you and Your Corney Jokes ( which I loved ) around the NCH You will be so missed. My Heartfelt Sympathy to Darragh,Debbie and All Jim’s Family
Sleep in Peace

We are both so saddened and sorry to hear of the passing of Jim...so soon after his beloved dad Johnny...May Jim now rest in peace ...joined once again with his loving parents Johnny and Dot....all our love...thinking of Jim's family and his two sisters xx

Very sad to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a thorough professional and helped us with humour and enthusiasm through our NCH performances

So very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Sincere sympathy to his wife and son and to all of his family and friends. Thinking of you especially Jackie, prayers sent your way.

Sad to hear of Jim's passing. Always part of the scene,His laughter echoes down the years..My condolence to his wife and son.And to siblings ,Jackie and Louise.

I played some great gigs with lovely jim.he always had a smile on his face and was great fun to be around.hard to believe we won't see him again.he will be greatly missed by many..condolences to Debbie and daragh and all his friends and family x

Dear Debbie and family,
I am so sorry to hear this terribly sad news. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Charlotte

Very sad to hear of Jim's death. Back in the 70s and 80s in Drimnagh, Jim was always destined for the music industry.

Sincere condolences to all the family , Jim was a beautiful person, he helped me and many other fellow musicians out so many times, he will be remembered and missed by so many, Rest In Peace Jim

My deepest condolences to Jims family. I had the pleasure of working with Jim backstage in the NCH. It's impossible to think of him without remembering that smile, the jokes, the positivity and his supreme professionalism dealing with the musicians. May he rest in peace.

Rest in peace Jim.A gentleman and a fine musician.

Sincere condolences to all the Tate family. Such a wonderful gentle kind and witty man! Always with a smile at the NCH and helpful with such charm! Sadly missed…sleep well my Sweet! 🎻🙏

Jim was the best of everything .- In so many ways he supported me and renewed my faith in friends. His last message was to thank me for looking after him - and that was Jim. A Gentleman.
Deepest sorrow for Debbie and family.

My deepest condolences to all of Jim's family. He was a wonderful musician and a constant ray of sunshine. Rest easy Jim.

I toured with Jim in Eleanor McEvoy's band. Had the pleasure of working with him on many shows in the NCH & Jim was always a kind and welcoming face, aswell as a brilliant stage manager. A wonderful musician with a wicked sense of humour. Tread well, Sir.....