JOHN COONEY

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JOHN COONEY

Carrigaline, Cork / Tramore, Waterford

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Sincere condolences to Theresa and all the family on the loss of your beloved John.Many happy memories of John on away trips. Always great company and a true gentleman. John was admired and respected by everyone in the Trade.
— Shane & Trudy Cantillon.
Lorraine and family, I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. May John rest in peace.
— Carol White
Eddie our deepest sympathy to you and your extended family on the recent sudden loss of your brother.
May he rest in peace
— Des & Sue Bolger
Sincere sympathy to you Theresa and to your family on the death of your beloved John. I recall with great fondness working with you in The Majestic and travelling to the Rhu Glen on Sunday nights to listen to John, Jimmy and Terry. Wonderful memories. May John rest in peace.
— Úna Kirby, Inistioge.
Sincere sympathy to the Cooney family on the sad passing of John may he rest in peace. I have great memories of John playing the Guitar on the Naas dual carriageway
entertaining us while his father Gerry went to get a puncture fixed.
Gerry, John, Eddie, David Crowley, Sean Crowley and myself were on our way to Butlins Mosney August 1970.
— John & Mary Roche Bonmahon joinery
Sincere condolences to Eddie, Theresa and all the Cooney family on the sad passing of John.
May he rest in peace.
— Martin and Carmel King, Tramore.
Dear Theresa, Lorraine, Shane & all the Cooney family. I'm deeply sorry for your loss. I worked closely with John for a few years and enjoyed his company greatly. He was forthright, had great integrity and could put everything into perspective. He always made time to have some fun and he was a family-first man and was so proud of you all. May he rest in peace.
Ciarán Mollahan (ex-Diageo)
— Ciarán Mollahan
Dear Theresa
We are so very sorry to hear about John , there are no words we can say that will help but will pray for you and all your family during this very challenging time and days ahead . John Cooney you were one of life’s true gentleman and such a great character , it was a pleasure to have known you for so many years with some great memories made .
Rest well John
— Kevin & Janice Keating
Our sincere sympathy to all the Cooney family on the sad news of John’s passing. We had the pleasure of working with John when he was a buyer at Musgraves and L&N. He was a gentleman with a great sense of kindness and humour. In between business, we enjoyed many chats about Waterford and Kill. May John rest in peace.
— Pat Casey & John Noonan (ex- Flahavan’s, Kilmacthomas)
Sincere condolences his wife Theresa and family his Sister Maria and brother Eddie. Worked with John in L&N Tramore a true gentleman may he rest in peace.
— David farrell
Sincere sympathy to the Cooney family on the passing of John. May John rest in peace.
— Ger and Mary Mooney, Dunabrattin
Sincere condolences to Theresa and all the Cooney family. He was a lovely gentleman and a huge loss to you all.
— Anne-Marie Donnelly
So sad to hear of johns passing. He was a great friend of mine for many years. We had great times over the years in mount juliet. He sure knew how to run a show. Bed of heaven to you john and thiking of you teresa
— Francis reynolds
Just to express my sadness at hearing of John’s passing. I worked with John as a supplier for many years and enjoyed meeting and working with him. He was always so fair, honest and forthright. My sincere condolences to all his family. May he rest in peace.
— Conor Kilduff - formerly Unilever
Lorraine , I’m truly sorry and saddened to learn of the passing of your beloved Dad .

I had the pleasure of going on some Heineken Cup trips with your Dad he was an absolute gentleman , a man that held celebrity status.

I’ve fond memories of the queue being a mile long at the Grocers lunch in years gone by with people looking to say hello to him .

He always had a warm welcome for everyone .

Sending you a very big hug .
— Jazz Kelleher Ex Heineken Ireland
It's been a long time since I met John, but I have always felt that whenever paths might cross it would be as if time didn't matter. In my mind John was a kind good man with a sense of humour that was sharp with empathy. I hope you John's family while in pain may continue to be nourished by who he was with you and because of you.
— Eamonn Murphy
May he rest in peace.
— Daphne L and N
So saddened to hear of John's passing. I worked with John in the L/N Hypermarket. Such a gentleman and a character we had many great times together. Deepest sympathy to Theresa and family. Rest in peace John.
Lorraine and Brian Forristal
— Lorraine Forristal
Theresa im so sorry for your loss. He adored you as you know. I was lucky enough to be involved with the mount juliet golf outings as well as other outings. They were always the best days out. Hard work but great beacuse John was all over it. Im so lucky that it was part of my life My deepest sympathies to you Theresa and family. May John rest in peace. He will be missed so much.
— Nuala O Sullivan ex Egans ex Brown Thomas
My deepest sympathy to Theresa lorraine shane and margaret on the passing of john. May he rest in peace.
— Eddie Dunne
Sincere condolences to all the Cooney family. I had the pleasure of working with John in Musgraves for many years. A character and a true gent. Rip John. X
— Jeanne O’Connor
Lorraine and family our deepest condolences to you on the passing of your dad. May he RIP.
— Gavin and Carolanne Fitzgerald
Theresa, Lorraine & Shane - we are so saddened to hear of John's death and your sad loss. We have good memories of John's kindness and humour in Elm Park and the L&N.
Thinking of you all and hoping you are finding solace in each other. What a great father and grandfather he was.
— Lucy Aughney & John Aughney, Tramore
RIP John .
Sympathy to all the Cooney family.
— Mary Anne Coffey
Deepest sympathy to the Cooney family on the sudden passing of their beloved John. Great memories of doing business with him in the L/N Stores and Head Office in Broad St Waterford. Sporting exchanges and banter about the respective merits of Kilkenny and Waterford hurlers and how they were performing. Truly, John was one of nature's gentlemen and it was pleasure to have known him. May he rest in peace.
— Jim Murphy, Tullogher/Rosbercon GAA and ex Kraft Foods
To Teresa andFamily, my deepest sympathy on John’s untimely passing ,he was a thorough Gentleman and a great character in the trade. From Chapmans, to L&N and on to Musgrave , I have great memories of our working relationship.
May he Rest in Peace . Gerry McGrath.
— Gerry McGrath ( Kraft Foods.)
Deepest Sympathy to all the Cooney Family on the sad news of John. Many great memories over a long period working with Castlemahon Foods, right back to his L&N days in Wexford, of a real gentleman. May he Rest in Peace.
— John O'Farrell, Kilmallock,
It is with great sadness to hear of the sudden passing of John. A wonderful man and a great mentor to many people. Sincere sympathy to all of his family at this very difficult time.
— Colm Storey
So sad to hear of John's untimely passing. I had the pleasure of dealing with John since his days in L &N,such wonderful character, brilliant buyer and an absolute joy to spend time with. Sincere sympathies to you Theresa and all the family.
— Gerry Earley
So sad to hear yesterday morning of John's sudden death. I was able to attend via R.I.P his funeral service. Sincere sympathies to his heartbroken family. I knew him through the wine trade for many years, he loved his Sauvignon Blancs and was a real genuine character and friend. Rest In Peace John.
— Niall and Michelle Dunne, Co. Louth
We are so saddened by the untimely death of a very good friend John many a good laugh we had at the tramore gaa pantomime condolences to all the Cooney family taughts and prayers 🙏🏼💔
— The Crehan Family Tramore
Deepest sympathy to Lorraine and family on the death your late Father may he rest in peace..
— Tony Doran (Heineken)
My sincere condolences to family and friends of John at this difficult time. He had a great reputation in Musgrave with a great character. He will be remembered fondly by everyone.
— Ciara Hammel(Musgrave)
Deepest sympathies Lorraine and family on the passing of your dad. May he rest in peace.
— Patrícia Louadah
Our thoughts and sympathies are with the Cooney family at this very sad and heartbreaking time
May John rest in peace
John and Catherine Dermody Mooncoin
— Catherine Dermody
May John rest in peace. He had great character and always delivered. He will be greatly missed.
— Cathal Donovan (Musgrave)
Sincere condolences to Theresa and family on your sad loss, may John rest in peace
Agnes
— Agnes O Reilly
My deepest sympathy to Lorraine, Eoin, Sasha, Alyssa and extended families. So sorry to hear of your loss. May John rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
— Majella Costello, Heineken Ireland
So very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a gentleman and was a fantastic mentor to many over the years. Condolences to all his family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
— Siobháin Scanlon (Musgrave)
Deepest condolences to Theresa and family. I was shocked to hear the news of John’s passing. Like many, many people, I have lots of great memories of times with John both when he was a buyer in L&N and then Musgraves. I am particularly grateful that myself and Janet got to have dinner with you, Theresa and John in Miami as you both embarked on one of your many trips. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he rest in peace.
— Pat Magee Irish Distillers
Sincere condolences to Theresa and all the family on the loss of John. Many very fond memories of John over the years.
— Bernard Lynch
Sincere condolences on the passing of John who was passionate supporter of the Irish Grocers Benevolent Fund for many years - On behalf of myself and all of our volunteer committee members across the country.
— Frances Higgin IGBF / BWG Foods
Sincere condolences to Theresa and family, to Eddie and Marie on the death of John RIP. Great memories of John in Kill practicing for the Kill shows
— John and Martha Fitzgerald
Deepest sympathy to Shane and the Cooney family and the passing of there Father John.
May he rest in peace.
— Miah Moynihan Musgrave
We met him and Theresa very recently upon becoming next door neighbors, but nevertheless this loss is very unexpected and sudden. He was always very helpful and we felt very welcome in the neighborhood. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Theresa, his children and grandchildren, brothers and sisters and the rest of family and friends. May he rest in peace...
— Lluis&Anara (Carrigaline neighbors)
My deepest sympathy to Theresa and all the Cooney family on the sad passing of John. May he Rest In Peace.
— Siobhan O Keeffe
My sincere condolences Gary, Marie and the extended family. I met John & Theresa when you both came to Australia last year for Gary & Nat’s wedding. What a gentleman. So sorry for your loss, sending our thoughts and prayers to you all
— Gill McCarthy & family (Sydney)
Sincere sympathy to the Cooney family on the sad passing of John.
May he rest in peace
— Brian Dwyer Musgrave
I’ve just heard this sad news. John was a legend and monument within the Musgrave family. I had the pleasure of working with John for 14 years as a supplier of wine. Many nights enjoying dinner together with a glass or two of Sauvignon Blanc. Rest in peace dear John, one day we will meet again ❤️
— Gary Janes
My deepest condolences to John’s family upon his untimely passing. The term ‘legend’ is overused but it fits John to a tee - a character, a gentleman, a friend. May he rest in peace. Thinking of you Eddie and Suzanne.x
— Freda Quinlan (ex Musgrave)
Our sincere condolences to Theresa and family. Very sad to hear of the passing of John. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
— Claire, Liam, Lucy O Sullivan, Dublin
Our Sincere Sympathies to Theresa and family on the very sad passing of John. A great friend and colleague when we worked together in Musgraves. May he Rest in Peace
— Sean and Kate Cooney and family
My deepest sympathy to Theresa, Loraine and Shane. I worked with John in Musgraves, Tramore Road a long time ago. John had such great qualities, kindness, humour and of course his singing which entertained everyone. John’s personality and presence filled every room he entered. May he rest in peace.
— Finola (Donovan) Long
Sincere condolences to the Cooney family on John's untimely passing. He was a great character & colleague. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
— Marcella McGowan Musgrave
My sincere condolences to Theresa, Loraine, Shane and the wider Cooney family on the untimely passing of John. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Rest in peace John
— Eoin Butler
I was very saddened to hear of John's recent sudden passing and wish to extend my deepest sympathies to his family. He was a fantastic character with a great since of humour and will be very sadly missed by all. RIP
— Billy Stack
I was fortunate to have been hired by John, who set me on a path, as he did so many. Even in this sad time, remembering John with friends, we can't help but smile and laugh, a testament to the wonderful legacy he left behind.

My deepest condolences to Theresa, Lorraine, Shane, and the rest of the family.
— Kevin O’Callaghan
Sincere sympathy to Loraine and the Cooney family at this difficult time. May John rest in peace.
— Tom O’Donohue (Heineken)
I remembered meeting John for the time when he was a Buyer in Broad Street with L & N. Then he took the massive decision to join Musgrave and move to Cork. He was always a very helpful colleague who had a sparkle in his eye and a wonderful sense of humour. Sending deepest sympathy to his Family. May he rest in peace.
— Michael Smith SuperValu Kinsale
Sincere condolences Theresa, Lorraine and Shane. Really saddened to hear of John's passing. Rest in peace John
— Colm Goggin
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