John (Sean) Fitzsimons

When I started work with the family resource centre programme John was so friendly, open and supportive, giving his time with tips and advice when there were many more 'important' people in the room. He was always there with a friendly greeting at events and he brightened up the room. He kept his FRC and community first and foremost. I'll miss seeing him at events and so saddened to hear of his tragic passing. Condolences to all those in St Andrews FRC and especially to his family and friends.

So sorry to hear of the passing of John he was an absolute gentlemen, a smile you could never forget.. RIP xx

Saddened to learn of John’s sudden passing, sympathies to all his family and loved ones.
Rest in peace John.

Dearest Ellie and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Like so many others I am devastated at John’s sudden passing. I first met John in 2015 when he commissioned me to produce a painting of St Andrews. Little did I know the impact he would have on me. We became great friends and I grew to love him big time. An honour for me to call John my pal. Always smiling and warm, positive and bubbly in the extreme and a wonderful support on my artists path. I will miss our Lunch dates and meet ups. John is one in a million, a total bighearted gentleman with nothing but kindness and love for everyone. Rest in peace dearest friend

Sean, you were one in a million, I loved and respected you dearly, you were in the fabric of my life, Rest in Peace Pal watch over us and continue to give us your guiding hand 🤗❤️💕

Sincere sympathy to Eleanor and all the family. May John rest in peace.

Thinking of Johns family and all those that loved him at this sad time. My husband Kevin shared a flat with John back in the 80's. We may not have seen John much over the years but we spoke about him often and what a wonderfully kind and thougthful man he was. A true one off individual we were so lucky to come across. We have so many fond memories of saturday nights in Dwyers and later in the flat we continued the fun and games. Great days we are ever thankful for! Even back then he was there for everyone, doing whatever he could.
He was someone you think will live forever! In the packed church today it was clear he will live on in peoples memories, so many peoples lives were the better for knowing John! What lucky people we all are !! God Bless John and rest easy x

Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of John, I met John many times over the years and he was always so kind and helpful. He will be missed. Damien from Treoir.

Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of John, I knew John many years ago and he was also very helpful and kind.

RIP Sean. Thanks for the music, and the great company whenever we met. It was a pleasure to have known you.

Sending sincere sympathies to John's partner, family, friends & work colleagues. Such a lovely person, always smiling & with a hug for everyone, may he rest in peace as his light continues shine for all who were lucky enough to have known him.

From all of us at Arnotts, we send our deepest sympathies and condolences to our teammate Ellie and the Fitzsimons and Glavin families on John's passing. May he rest in peace.

I would like to offer my deepest condolences to Johns family and friends at this very difficult time. I only met John a handful of times (once in his flat where he used to live with my Father), but his name has been ingrained in my life for as long as I can remember. Growing up, my Dad (Kevin O'Boyle) would regale very happy memories and stories of their deep friendship, and share with me the amazing music they had made during the 80's. I know through my Father's admiration for John that John was a fantastic human being and a true best friend. May he rest in Peace - I will get my Dad to play "beware of the joker" over the weekend and we will raise a glass to him. God Bless.

Rest in peace our beautiful friend, a man that gave to everyone and never asked for anything in return, may you have the best bed in heaven you truly deserve it, lots of love Rachel and Gary 🙏✨️💙💙💙

Heart broken is all I cas say and see. What a man what a soul he will shine in heaven as he was a star in community development he will be sorely missed and the community it loosing a champion. rip

So sad to hear of John’s sudden departure. All my sympathy to his family, his friends and the community around St Andrew’s Centre.
His warmth and infectious smile made an impact from the day he started working in St Andrew’s over thirty years ago and he has been faithful in keeping in touch about the main events ever since then. He will be sorely missed but his memory will stay with us all.

To all concerned please accept my condolences on your loss and know that John has always been an uplifting reference throughout my life.

❤️Sending you our sincere condolences.❤️

"Those we love don't go away;
They walk beside us every day.

Unseen, unheard but always near.
Sill loved, still missed, and very dear.

Wishing you all hope in the midst of sorrow,
Offering comfort in the midst of pain, both today and tomorrow"
Xxxx

Thank you John for all you have done and helped so many people. I may have only met up with you once a year but it was always a time to remember. You were one in a million.

Deepest sympathy to John's partner, family and extended family. I had the pleasure of meeting John through work over a number of years. He was such a genuine man with the wellbeing of others always his priority. He had the ability to engage with everyone, regardless of age, background or status, always emphatic and caring. He organised work experience for my son in St Andrew's when my son needed an opportunity, something I will never forget. He was one of the good ones, one of a kind. He will be greatly missed. Thank you John and rest in peace. Unfortunately I am attending another fumeral at the same time so I will not be there but I will say a prayer for him on his final journey.

Sincere sympathy to Eleanor and all the family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Fly high to your guides pal, we will always have you looking after us from afar! So sorry Ellie, your beautiful love has left this domain, so difficult to lose such a special person. Martina your beautiful brother has departed only to keep a seat warm for us all! Rest easy, take care and keep shining your beautiful gentle light on us all, see you in the other side ❤️

So so sad to hear of your passing John. Much too soon. Rest in peace John, my friend, mentor,work colleague. Deepest sympathy to Ellie, Martina and Marion and all of John's extended family and friends and all at St Andrews Resource Centre.

Sending our deepest condolences to Ellie and all of John’s family at this very difficult time. John was the truest of gentlemen and we were so shocked and saddened to hear of his untimely passing. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Eleanor and all the Fitzsimons Family on the sad passing of John. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace

Hi Ellie deepest condolences to you and family in these difficult times
Regards Mick

I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear of John's untimely passing. Sincere condolences to John's partner, the Fitzsimons family, his St. Andrew's family and his many friends and loved ones.

John was one in a million. He has left such an amazing legacy through his work in St Andrew's and has left a lasting impact on the community he dedicated so much of his life to supporting.

Rest easy Fitzer, you will be sadly missed and never forgotten.

Our sincere sympathies to Eleanor and all the Fitzsimons family on the sad passing of John. May he rest in peace

We are so shocked and devastated at the loss of a true gentleman John 💔 our thoughts and prayers go out to Ellie, Martina, Marian & the Fitzsimmons family, John you were the best Boss and Pal your door was never closed, you had the kindest heart and soul, always there to solve any problems big or small 😢 words can not express how much you will be missed in StAndrews and the wider community, RIP John 😢

May God bless and keep you always.
May your wishes all come true.
May you always do for others and let others do for you.
May you build a ladder to the stars ⭐️ and climb on every rung.
May you stay forever young.

Deepest condolences to Ellie, Martina and Marian.

John was the best friend anyone could ever ask for - we’ll all miss him so much. We’re heartbroken 💔
Love John, Fiona, Sophie, Matthew

May you rest in peace John. A true gentleman your coumminity spirit was both admirable and genuine. You will be sadly missed by all. From the Woods family

Absolutely devastated to hear the news of John's passing, he was such a wonderful man and a legend in the area, he was always willing to help everyone - residents and businesses alike.
Deepest condolences to his family and friends,
Kind regards,
Tara (Perrigo Pharma)

Our deepest sympathies are with you Ellie at this unimaginable time. You have been constantly in our thoughts. Such a gent of a man xxx

Sorry to hear of the sad passing of your brother, Martina.

Very sad to hear the news about John who played an immense role in the local community in Pearse Street. John was truly an extraordinary man. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathies to you all, Ellie, Marian, Martina, extended family and friends of the lovely John. God give you strength at this heartbreaking time. RIP John.

Deepest condolences so sorry to hear of johns passing you are all in our thoughts and prayers may he rest in eternal peace

So sorry to hear of Johns death at far too young an age. A kinder, friendlier, gentleman you wont find. My dad, Bill, worked at Andrew's and John always looked after him. Sending all our love to all John's family and friends.

Fond memories of Sean in my nanny's (Rita Whelan) house with Mick, as a child I thought he was a famous rockstar! If I bumped into Sean around town or saw him at a family party he always had a smile on his face and was so kind to my nanny who loved him. You will be missed Sean, Rest In Peace x

Taken much too soon. There are times when words are not enough, John had such a calm yet overwhelming presence and the void of his absence will be felt by so many people , none more so than his dearest Ellie. Deepest sympathy Ellie, Marian and Martina, may John rest in eternal peace. Our thoughts are with you all during this most difficult time .

My deepest condolences to John’s partner, family, friends, and all in St Andrews…John was a gent, with an infectious laugh and equal enthusiasm… he made such a positive difference to so many people’s lives…he was a good friend…never a saying fitted as much for a person… “Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine” …

To Ellie and all of Johns family and friends, We want to extend our heartfelt sympathies on this very sad news. A great man to have a chat with and always left you that beautiful smile. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Pat, Mary, Anne , Trica, Padraic & Tracy.

Very sorry to hear of John's passing. Our condolences to John’s family. John was always a lovely man to deal with and you could always see the care and passion he had for his local community and St. Andrews. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Eleanor and all the family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to John’s partner Ellie and family, and to all in St Andrews. My father Bill was proud to call John a friend and always spoke of him with great fondness and regard. His friendship and kindness to our family especially since Dad’s passing have been a great source of comfort and typical of the man John was. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

I’m very sorry to hear about John’s sudden passing. Whenever I met him walking down Pearse Street or in St Andrew’s, he always greeted me with a big smile or a hug. He was a warm, friendly, kind and supportive person. We are very grateful to him for his support and collaboration with us over recent years in Unit18. My sincerest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues at St Andrew’s Resource Centre. He will be deeply missed.

Deepest sympathies to Ellie, Marian, Martina and families. And to all at St. Andrews Centre.

I have known John for 35 years and have just read all condolences and empathise with all posted for this special man.
We met every year for lunch always at his invitation. He offered great advice on my retirement.

At any events large or smail in St. Andrews, he would have always promoted others to present and meeting dignatories, with him staying in background, even though he was the initiator of all that happened there.
May you Rest In Peace John.

My deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved John Rip John 🙏🙏 HCA At Andrews

Fíor laoch , suaimhneas síoraí duit a sheáin

Our dearest forever friend John has left this world and moved onto another. Please except our sincere condolences Ellie, Marian, Martina and family on the passing of John. His unwavering ability to be inclusive and encouraging to every person that came across his path made them feel special and appreciated. He valued every moment and person in life and he made sure we all knew it. You will be missed forever in the centre and your legacy will live on in every one of your St Andrew's family you nurtured, and trusted. Ta Ta John. Love Emma, Mark ,Lauren & Kym Delaney

Condolences to Johns partner, family, friends and work friends and colleagues. John was some man for one man. What love he had for his community, family and music. I knew John over 35 years and what a genuine, authentic, gentleman, he was. He will be missed by so many across the country.

John was a unique light in this life, always bursting with life, always wanting to share his infectious enthusiasm and unstoppable optimism. He will be remembered by many for the way he touched their lives. Though living far away now, his phone calls and emails always boosted my day. Thank you John for all you've done for so many. My heart goes out to all your family in their sorrow.

kevin and all the NYC Byrnes

What a beautiful soul u wer john in so many ways wen i wrkd in st Andrews u helped me so many times and ur kindness. Thank u john .may u get the softest pillow in heavan. RIP John x lisa whelan x

We are all devastated and deeply saddened at the news of John's passing.

Our thoughts are with his partner, family, friends and community. Wishing comfort and solace for them over these difficult days.

No doubt in the coming days many tributes, far and wide, will be paid to John due to his talents, dedication and beautiful spirit.

For us he was one of our own that worked every day to make our community a better place to live in, worked to improve our lot. His contribution to the Pearse Street Community is immense.

In ways we don't even know it yet he will be missed.

No doubt John you are in the loving presence of your mother & father and all your friends gone before you. Rest in peace pal.

"On a quiet street where old ghosts meet" we will meet again along those quays and cobblestones we call home

Our deepest condolences to Ellie, Martina, Marion and all John's family, extended family, and St. Andrew's family. Keeping you all in our hearts, prayers and thoughts at this very sad time. Remembering our Pal John always. May you rest in peace 🙏.

To Ellie and all John's extended family and all his St Andrew's Family and Friends we would like to extend our condolences on your great loss, John was a real gentleman and a very nice person who done so much for the community he loved. He will be sadly missed, may he rest in peace 🙏.

Ciaran and all at Vesada.

Deepest sympathy to you Eleanor and all John’s family. May John Rest in Peace.

To all who loved John. I’m so sorry and my love goes to you all. John was a special man. Well known on many fronts & well loved on even more. The king of St.Andrews, and to everyone who ever passed through its doors. It will never be the same 💔 I’m so happy to have known you for most of my life John. And thank you for all you did for me & every other young person growing up in our community. Aren’t we so lucky to have had u on our side. There are no words for the loss in our community. Absolutely devastating.
You’ll never be forgotten 🫶🏻 rest easy ❤️

Peace begins with a smile.May your Beautiful Smile John continue to foster peace within us all
Rest Now
Oh Loyal and Faithful Servant 💙

Very sorry to hear of John's passing. Really nice man. May he rest in peace.