Joe (Frank) Dempsey

Joe was a kind soul I had the privilege of meeting on my way to school many years ago. Joe was a fixture of my daily routine, and we’d share conversations every day, even when I was in college. His wisdom, warmth, and the simple joy he brought to our chats will forever stay with me. Joe was more than just a stranger I passed by; he became a friend who always brightened my day. Rest in peace, Joe. You’ll be missed but never forgotten.

My earliest memories of Joe were every visit to my Nanny’s house, Joe was like a permanent fixture in the big garden out the back! He would give a wave every time I walked by! As years went by that wave became a wave of the walking stick in the front garden or walking down the road.

He quickly became one of the favourite parts of my day… when I worked behind the counter in Boylesports and he would walk in the door, walking stick swinging and he’d shout “Hellooooooo”. He’d come walking up to the counter and he’d whisper “You’re my number one”. He’d arrive with just himself, flowers from the garden wrapped in tinfoil, bars of chocolate and whatever else he decided was a nice treat. He never failed to make me smile every single day with his witty humour!! Though of course, he had about 10 number ones between Super Valu and the bookies!

A wonderful character who will be sadly missed. It feels like the end of an era with no Joe Dempsey around anymore.

So sorry to hear this as we missed seeing you around in your garden. I will always remember you showing us a plant called scrambled egg when we were out on our walks. Beautiful garden and a perfect gentleman. May you rest in peace Frank.

My thoughts are with all of Joe’s close family and friends at this difficult time. It’s hard to put into words how much he meant to others. He was extremely good to my family when my mam passed. A true gent with community spirit! Always such a genuine and good character and a bit of craic. It’s hard to believe such a good natured soul is gone. Our family will miss him dearly. Rest in peace dear Joe xxx

Deepest Sympathy to Noeleen Gar Ash and all the.family on the passing of Joe May he rest in peace

Deepest condolences to the family and friends on the death of Joe. A lovely gentleman.

My deepest sympathy to the relations,neighbours and many friends of Joe Dempsey on the sad news of Joe's death .
May his gentle soul rest in peacd.

So sad to hear Joe has passed. What a lovely man and a total gentleman. We had many giggles over the years. My deepest condolences to Joe's family and loved ones. He will be missed.

Joe you will be sadly missed by your friends and neighbours in Confey.
Your garden was always ship shape and you were a familar sight tipping away at it.
Your absence will be such a loss but your memory will linger in our hearts.
Condolences to your family and friends.
May you rest in peace.
Anne.

Sincere sympathy to the Dempsey family on the death of Joe. He was a gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Condolences to all family members on the passing of Joe. I lovely gentleman, always ready for a chat and a story. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Very found memories of Joe from when we lived in Confey a true gent Rest in peace Joe.

So sad to hear of Joe’s death he will always be in our thoughts and prayers rip Rita and Pamela (Carter)

Rest in peace Joe🙏You were a great neighbour always had time for everyone.Condolences to your family

Fond memories of Joe from my time in Confey. May he rest in peace

Saddened to learn of Joe’s death. He was a true gentleman and a good friend to our parish. May Joe Rest in Peace.

Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Always a presence around Confey, he will be very much missed. Condolences to all his family and many friends. . RIP Joe.

So sad to hear of the passing of Joe. I used to work in “Jacks” newsagent in RiverForest and he was one of my regulars. Always had a story to tell and loved the morning chats. Rest in Peace Joe, you’re a true gentleman x

To all Joe’s family and friends
So sorry for your loss
I worked in the bookies on the Main Street and I have to say everyone loved when Joe came in
He was such a kind gentleman
Always had a nice word for everyone
RIP Joe

Joe will be sadly missed the most genuine man you will ever meet a brilliant gardener an ok tipster loved his racing and loved telling his stories of years passed will always remember him as i pass his house may God rest his lovely soul goodbye my friend condolences to all his family and friends 🧡

Sincere sympathy to Lorraine, Aaron and Shane on the death of your dear Uncle Joe. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time

Sincere condolence to all Joe's family and friends. May Joe rest in peace.

A good friend who I played football with in our very early years. He'll be sadly missed.

Deepest sympathies to Joe’s family and friends. Always time for a chat and a great gardener. He will be missed on the hill!

We are very sad to hear of the passing of our good friend Joe. He was such a lovely man who always had great time for everyone. May Joe rest in eternal peace. Deepest condolences to all his family and friends.

We are so sorry to lose a good neighbour.

I always enjoyed a passing chat with Joe on Captains Hill and I’m very grateful for the friendship he showed to my Granddad over the years. Condolences to all of Joe’s family and friends - May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Joe's family. He was a great support to our family and to Anne when they soldiered together in Connolly Hospital during her final illness. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to all Joe's family and friends. Joe was a gentleman, a great character and a great friend to my Dad Tom.
Rest In Eternal Peace Joe🙏

Joe i will always remember your kindness.R.I.P

Deeply saddened to hear about the sad passing of my wonderful neighbour and dear friend Joe, I have fond memories of calling in for our chats he will be sadly missed, condolences to all of Joe's family and friends May Joe Rest in Eternal Peace 🙏

Our Condolences to the Dempsey family on the sad passing of Joe.May he rest in peace

Our deepest sympathy to noleen and all the family ive very fond memory of joe rip

I will miss Joe dreadfully he was so kind to me. May his gentle soul rest in peace. 🙏💕 back in the loving arms of Jesus and Mary..

Deepest sympathy to all of Joe's family and friends. May he rest in peace. RIP.

So sad to hear of Joe's passing. Joe always made beautiful Christmas wreaths for us with such pride. He was a real gentleman, great character who loved a chat. Sincere sympathy to Joe's family. May Joe RIP 💖

We send our sincere condolences to all Joe's relatives and his many friends, he will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of chatting to him, may his gentle soul Rest in Peace 🙏

Rest in peace Joe… such a lovely man

Very sorry to hear of Joe's death - thinking of you Noeleen , Gar , Aish , Lorraine & all of Joe's friends & neighbours at this very difficult time.
May Joe rest in peace xxx

CONDOLENCES TO JOE'S relatives and friends on the passing of Joe Rip 🙏

Will miss having the chats Joe.
Have known Joe since i was a little girl collecting the milk money. Then to serving you in the bookies. Best man for the garden hes flowers and hes famous rhubarb. Which i made him a few crumbles. Rest in peace Joe

So sorry to hear of Joe's death. We had a great friendship over the years, and he travelled with me to work, where we discussed all current issues. His great skill as a spray painter and love of gardening were very evident, not to mention his tips for horse racing. To Noeleen, Lorraine, Garret, Ashling and all family members, please accept my condolences. Joe was one great person. I can't make his funeral. May Joe rest in peace.

Rest in peace joe

Deepest sympathy to Joe's family and friends. Joe was a true gentleman may he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Joe's family, neighbours and close friends. Joe was an absolute gentleman who always took pride in his garden over many years. He always supplied the neighbourhood with holly wreaths at Christmas time, something that always gave him great pride.

Joe was a man of great faith and simple living, may he now enjoy the rewards of his heavenly inheritance.

Rest in Peace

Joe we will miss you dearly. It was always a pleasure to chat to you. You were always so kind to both Riley and Aaron and myself. Easter eggs every year.Beautiful handmade Christmas wreaths.fruit and veg from your garden. And always funny stories to tell. I’ll miss our chats over the back garden wall and seeing you pottering around your beautiful garden. Rest easy.we will always remember you
Jess, Riley, Aaron, Janette and Tom xx

Sincere sympathy to all Joe's relatives and his loyal, caring friends in Confey Parish. Remembering Joe as a very kind, generous and devoted parishioner in my time. Joe had an amazing faith and a special love for Mass. He supported all events and liturgical moments with his gentle presence, always appreciative and encouraging. He was a true gentleman and a man who lived his faith in God. May Joe be blessed by God in heaven. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

So sad to hear of our dear friend Joe's passing. A sincere, kind, quick wit character and absolute gentleman. We will miss the fun, chats, stories and shenanigans at the 10 am gathering in the shop .
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam!

Deepest sympathy to all who mourn the sad death of Joe .May his gentle soul Rest in eternal peace.

Deepest sympathy on the passing of Joe, rest in Eternal peace

So sorry to hear of Joes passing. Condolences to all his family and friends. Joe was always a wonderful neighbour to my nanny Betty. May he R.I.P

Rest in peace, Joe.

So sad to hear the loss of dear Joe such wonderful person worker and friend!
Sincere condolences to all the family.
May Joe Rest In Peace.

Sincere sympathy to all on Joes passing. A delightful character to meet always. The light of heaven to you Joe. R. I. P.

Rip Joe

Sincere condolence to all Joe's family and friends. May Joe rest in peace.

From all at Supervalu Riverforest.