Martin Joe Thornton

Sincere sympathies to family and friends of Joe
We enjoyed many card games with Joe in the Bridge Club
May he rest in peace

“ Suaimhneas Siorai “
Our family would affectionally refer to Mr Joe Gunny Thornton as the finest gentleman in Moycullen. Our deepest sympathy : he will always be remembered as a very kind compassionate gregarious man who enjoyed being engaged in conversations filled with history, literature, and politics all waiting to be unraveled. We were amazed and in awe and even today clearly remember how hospitable and engaging how Babe and Joe were . For a teenager in the 1970’s they both leave lasting memories.
Our deepest sympathies and May God continue to hold them in the hallow of.his hand. God Bless him and his family during these times of condolences.

Condolences to the family&friends of Martin Joe, May his gentle soul Rest in peace. Such a kind and loving man.

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Finnegan Famiy on the sad passing of our cousin Joe. May he Rest in Peace. Many Happy times we all spent with Joe. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

This gentleman was timeless, hardworking and despite hard times got on with life . His home was always welcoming . Tall and dignified ,he stood above all consumerism. A born teacher . Never questioned my issues with church his belief was above all doctrine and formality Thanks Joe for all the chats and to the Finnegan family for sharing such a wonderful person .

Deepest condolences to Babie, Colin, Keith, George and the extended family on the sad passing of Joe. Many fond memories of summer days spent saving the hay and visiting Joe and Auntie. Such a wonderful, kind and gentle person. May his gentle Soul rest in Peace

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the sad passing of Joe. May he Rest in Peace.

Sincere sympathy to Babie and the Finnegan family on the sad passing of Joe. Enjoyed playing the game of cards with him. May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences on the death of Joe. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Colin and family on the passing of Martin Joe. May he Rest in Peace.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. He was a pure gentleman. He was always very engaging and interested in young people, what they were studying and what was going on in their world. When we were young it was always great to get a lift from Joe. Sincere sympathies to the Finnegan Family on Joe's passing. Ni bheidh a leitheid aris ann. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to all the Thornton and Finnigan family on your sád loss.
I thoroughly enjoyed visiting Martin Joe as a child, listening to all his wonderful stories, enjoying a nice hot cup of tea around the open fire. He always had time to listen to us and was so kind.

So sad to hear of the passing of a lovely man who always stopped for chat as I walked up road in Corcullen with my dog with a Hello Mam!
Deepest sympathy to Colin Keith George and all the families. Rest in peace Joe

Patricia O Hanlon Corcullen

Deepest sympathy to Colin and all your family on the sad passing of your uncle Martin Joe. May he Rest in Peace

Sincere sympathy to the Thornton and Finnegan families on the death of Martin Joe.May he rest in peace

Joe was a real gentleman. May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Martin joe. I have such fond memories of him in the early 70s delivering his milk in his Morris minor and trailer. . . We would wait for him at the top of the road and help him deliver . Straight from his own churn. He was a down to earth gentleman.. God rest you martin joe.

So sad to hear of the death of this absolute gentleman. When we moved to Bushypark in the late 1980s and I started going to Kelehan's, Joe was the first man to invite me to join in a game of 25, and we became friends from then. Sadly hadn't seen him in a while. Condolences to Keith and family.

Sincere sympathy to you all on the passing of Martin Joe. He was a lovely man with
many a story to tell. Loved playing cards with him in Castlegar. May joes gentle
soul rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to the Finnegan family on the death of Joe.
He was a thorough gentleman and a kind considerate neighbour.
May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy mary & families , Martin joe was an absolute Gentleman . Rest in peace Martin Joe

Our sincere condolences to Mary, George, Keith, Colin, Eoin, Cian and all the Finnegan and Thornton families on the death of Martin Joe. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was such a kind and gentle man and was wonderful with my two boys; Tom and Phil when we moved to Corcullen in the early 1990's. So many chats and happy memories

We last spent some time with him 7 years ago.

Sincere condolences to all the family

RIP Joe

Ann, Tom and Phil Smith - England

Sincere sympathy to the Finnegan family on the sad passing of Joe,A lovely man.

When I was a young boy in the early 1990s we lived opposite Joe’s farm in Corcullen - I used to spend so much time up on the farm, great memories! Joe was one of the kindest, warmest and most patient people I’ve ever met and I’ll never forget what a positive impact he had on my childhood and as a friend of the family. I’m so saddened to hear this news.

Sincere condolences to all his family, Rest in Peace Joe, a true and humble gentleman. He’ll be missed by many.

Sincere sympathy to the Thornton and Finnegan families on the sad passing of Martin Joe may his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Babie, George and family on the passing of Uncle Joe. He was an absolute gentleman who always had the kindest smile and time for everyone. A true loss. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Joe’s family, he was always so interesting and interested in what we were doing particularly when I moved to Adare as he knew so much about the village. May Joe Rest In Peace

Sincere sympathy to Babie, Colin, Keith and George on the sad passing of Joe. Joe will be dearly missed. He was a great and helpful person, a true neighbour and friend.

I have fond memories of Joe visiting all the family in our house in Drum, many a funny story was told and on occasion Joe had a dance around the kitchen with melodeon playing in the background.

Ní bheidh a leithéid ann arís

Rest In Peace Joe.

Sincere condolences to Joe's sister and nephews on the passing of a gentleman. I had many a chat with him in the Forge at lunchtimes and it was always a pleasure to hear all his stories. I even got to sing happy birthday to him when Sinead made a well deserved fuss of him for his birthday. Rest in peace Joe, a long life well lived.

Sincere Sympathy to Mary on the passing of her brother Joe and his nephews Colin Keith and George hope all the lovely memories you have in your hearts of your lovely Uncle Joe will bring you all great Joy and Comfort.He was a joy to meet and chat with.May his Soul rest in Peace. John & Bernie (Maloney ) Lundy .Drum East.

Sincere sympathies to the Finnegan Family on Joe's passing. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to all Joe's relatives and friends.
Enjoyed meeting Joe when he played cards in Moycullen.
May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolances to Joes family on the passing of Joe .
A great story teller he was ,interesting to chat with . Great memories of him , especially of him playing cards in our house for many years when we were growing up in Woodstock .
His late Aunty Mai always visited with him .
May he rest in peace

My sincere sympathy on the death of Martin Joe. I had many a good chat with him, a real gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Sincere sympathy to Babe Keith George and Colin. May Joe rest in peace. He was a true gentleman. Very interesting to talk to. Enjoyed all his stories.

Deepest sympathy Colin to you and your family on the passing of your uncle. May he rest in peace.

Cobroin O chroi le muintur Joe ar fad.Fear usual ata imithe ar Sli na Firinne. Solas na bflaths dha anam .

Sincere sympathy to you all on the passing of Martin Joe. He was such a pleasant man.
Always had great stories to tell and loved to share them. Enjoyed playing cards with him when he played cards in Tooreeny. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to all the Finnegan Family on the sad passing of your beloved Uncle. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the Thoronton and Finnegan family on the passing of Joe a lovely man May he Rest In Peace

We offer our sympathy to Joe’s sister Mary and to his nephews Colin, Keith and George.
Joe was a man who enriched the lives of all he came in contact with. He was so well read and knowledgeable – no topic national or international was beyond his acumen. He exuded charm and wit, he was an engaging story teller, a willing and helpful neighbour and above all a gentleman. Be consoled by wonderful memories and great stories – Joe’s legacy is one of decency and kindness. May Joe rest in peace.
John & Patricia (Maloney) O’Rourke, Drum East

'A bright light will always shine where a gentle soul has passed'.

Our condolences to family, relatives and friend. Joe loved Moycullen
Community Bingo, we always had a chair waiting for him. Joe was a gentleman

Such fond memories of lovely chats with Joe. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

We are very sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was a gentle and kind man. We have fond memories of his visits to our home always greeting us with a “how are you since?”
Rest in peace

With deepest sympathy to the Thornton & Finnegan families on the passing of Joe.
He was well known & respected in his community. May he rest in Heavenly peace.

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the sad passing of dear Martin Joe. Always a kind and friendly person. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

sincere condolences to joes sister babie to his nephews keith colin and george to his grandnieces grandnephews extended thornton and finnegan families to his neighbours and friends may joe rest in peace a lovely friendly man always stopped for a chat about the people in tooreeney he was friends with and their young days always enjoyed talking to him an absolute gentleman an example of a great country man and a great worker sleep well with the angels joe very little people like you left now

Deepest sympathy and condolences to all the Thornton and Finnegan families on the very sad passing of Joe. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the Thornton and Finnegan families on the loss of Joe. May he Rest in Peace.

Condolences to all of Martin Joe's family and friends on his recent death. He was a real gentleman.

May the memories of the good times and the special love
You all shared with Martin Joe
Return each day to bring you comfort.
May he Rest in Peace

Condolences to the Thornton and Finnegan family on Joe’s passing. I remember Joe from his card playing days he was a true gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Thornton and Finnegan families on the passing of Joe. May his gentle soul rest in Peace.

Our sincere sympathy to Mrs Finnegan, Colin, Keith and George on the passing of Joe. Eternal rest to him.

Deepest Sympathy to Babie on the Death of her Dear Brother Joe and to his Wonderful Nephews .Colin Keith and George and the Extended Thornton and Finnegan Families..God Rest his Gentle Soul.Joe was a Gentleman in every way .A great Historian .Loved chatting to people esp of The Days Gone by...".He was well known and Respected in the Community.He united with his beloved Aunty .And Gone no further than to God and God is very near.Blessings to you all at his sad time."End of Era "now in Corcullen..Marian Maloney McDermott.

Go n'deana Dia Trocaire ar a Anam Dilis . Amen.

Condolences to Babie,Colin, Keith and George on the death of Martin Joe. He was a gentleman, always in good spirits.

Sincere sympathy to The Thornton and Finnegan families on the death of Joe. May Joe rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to Babie, Keith, Colin, George and the extended Thornton and Finnegan families on Joe’s passing. Joe was a kind, thoughtful man & had the most amazing memory. He told us many stories, & even went on a few "adventures" with us all. He will be missed. May he Rest in Peace.