Paddy MOLONEY

Sincere sympathy to Rita, Aonghus, Aedín and Pádraig and the extended Moloney family on the death of Paddy. He was an amazing musician, great company and a proud ‘Dub. Paddy showcased the uilleann pipes and traditional music throughout the world and was a great ambassador for Ireland. He was highly regarded by his fellow musicians in the traditional music community. He will be sadly missed by his many friends.
Solas na bhflaitheas da anam.

Such wonderful memories of Paddy and The Chieftains at our theatre in Sant Cugat, Barcelona. He will be much missed and much remembered by all the fans and lovers of Irish music in Barcelona ❤️

Sincere condolences to Rita and her family. There are fond memories of times spent with Paddy over many years. May he rest in eternal peace.

Condolences to the Moloney family. Paddy was a once off. Unfortunately that means he will not be easily replaced... If ever. Thank you Paddy for your contribution to Irish culture. Rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to all Paddys family . May he rest in peace.

Rip Paddy, Thank you for sharing your wonderful gift with us. Sincere condolences to your family and friends.

A few pals and I were at the famous concert in the Adelphi or Carlton cinemas. The packed crowd wouldn’t let them finish and everyone had to walk home because the last buses had pulled out !Paddy told me years later , they didn’t want to leave either! God Bless you Paddy.

Spirit, soul, beauty and brilliance. Codladh samh

Deepest Sympathy to the Moloney family on the death of Paddy.

Deepest sympathy to the Moloney family on the sad passing of Paddy. Thank you Paddy for the joy you gave us through your wonderful music . I was privileged to meet you once and you were such a humble man for all you had achieved .May your gentle soul rest in peace

Condolences to Paddy's Family and Friends. One of Nature's true Gentlemen has left the Stage.

So long and farewell old comrade..

Sincere sympathy to Aedin, your mother and siblings on the recent passing of your father Paddy. May he rest in peace and a thank you to him for the years of music. Take Care.

We send our sympathy to Paddy’s family along with
our gratitude for the lifetime of joy his music gave, the pride it evoked in Ireland wherever he travelled, his openness to other musical forms and traditions, his showcasing and encouragement of the
talent of others and above all his exuberant joy in life. His:music plays on. God bless his dear uniquely blessed soul.

Sincere condolences to Rita, Aonghus, Aedín and Pádraig, and the extended Moloney family. Paddy, thank you for sharing your music with the world. May you rest in peace. x

My condolences to Aonghus and family on your sad loss. Caroline Redmond, formerly St Fergals,Bray.

God rest your soul Paddy.
Thank you for the music you were gifted.

Thank you for the music Paddy and for being a great Irishman May Heaven be your bed Paddy rest easy musicman

​My deepest sympathies to Rita and the Moloney family. A true Dub. Rest in peace now Paddy, but just for the moment, for I'm sure that there will be a hell of a hooley in heaven with pipes,whistles and drums !! I measc na naomh agus na haingil.

My deepest sympathy to the Moloney family on the sad passing of Paddy. His talent and music live on to inspire many generations. What a legacy.
Paddy, May flights of angels sing thee to thine eternal rest.

To Rita and family, his sister Sheila and her husband Willie and their family, our sincere condolences on the passing of Paddy. He will be greatly missed. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

May he rest in peace.

Our sincere condolences Aonghus, to you, your mother Rita and all your family. Paddy’s passing has been a loss for us all and he leaves us with much to love and remember. But our loss is as nothing compared to yours. May your love for one another and your memories of Paddy sustain you in times to come. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Condolances to the Moloney family. A true gentleman and wonderful musician. Rest in Peace.

Silver Spring, Maryland

Sincere sympathy to Rita, Aonghus, Aedίn, Pádraig agus Sheila on the sad passing of your beloved Paddy and to his extended family, his Chieftain family and to his musical colleagues both in Ireland and across the globe. Go raibh maith agat Paddy for the music. It was a beautiful tribute to Paddy on ‘The Late Late Show’ on Friday; a great clip from ‘88. There are heavenly pipes being played now. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dίlis.

Condolences to Paddy,s Family. Sleep well old friend, we will miss you.

RIP Paddy, You Were the Best,
Condolences to your Wonderful
Family for Sharing you with us ,
forever fan~thank you.

Sincere condolences to the Moloney family and The Chieftains. ‘Up Dublin’ & ‘Up Mexico’ I’ll always picture you saying things like that and waving the whistle in the air! Thanks for the music and the energy. Rest in Peace Paddy. Gracias amigo.

Hugo & Joan

Thanks Paddy for the music. RIP

Farewell to Paddy Moloney - musician, character, ambassador, genius. Proud Dub. May he rest in peace in God’s garden. Sympathies to his wife and family.

Our sincere condolences to Rita and all the family. It was a pleasure to have met and played music with Paddy. We learned a lot from him and had plenty of fun along the way. Beannacht Dé lena anam dílis.

Ní bheidh do leitheád ann arís Paddy mo chara

Sorry to hear this sad news.God be good to him.

Thank you for the music Paddy, R.I.P

My deepest condolences to Rita, Aonghus, Aedin and Padraig, and all the Moloney families

May Paddy rest in eternal peace

Bob Quinn
Syracuse Up State New York.

A true legend and a highly gifted man with music. Also a gift of both bringing music of all types and people of all races and types together to bring the best out in everyone. God bless and R. I. P.

Our sincere sympathy to the moloney family may paddy rest in peace. Thank you paddy for the music.

My deepest condolences to Rita and all the family on your loss. Please God he's at peace now and we are very grateful for the joy he brought to our world through his passion for music. My thoughts are with you Rita, his children, sister, grandchildren and all his family who he loved. Karen Dwyer (daughter of John Dwyer RIP)

My condolences to Rita and family on the passing of Paddy. I met him on a number of occasions while working in the RDS library in 1986, and enjoyed a number of his concerts including one in Killorglin. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

My condolences to his family and thanks very much for his music.
Gracias amigo!

Sincere sympathy to the Moloney family on the sad passing of such a wonderful man.
He lifted our spirits and our hearts each time we heard his magical music.
A proud Irish legend who brought our great Irish music to so many countries around the world.
Heaven has gained a new member of the Heavenly band of Angels.
May you rest in peace and enjoy all the sessions you will no doubt initiate.
Thank you for the decades of magnificent music and fun.

The light of heaven to Paddy's soul..what an Ambassador for Irish music..Paddy & The Chieftan's brought so much enjoyment not only on stage but into the home's of lreland & world wide..Sincere sympathy to his wife, children & extended family..R.I.P..

My thoughts are prayers are with Aonghus and family. My son had the privilege of learning the tin whistle in primary school thanks to Paddy who very kindly had given the school a number of tin whistles for the children to learn, my sons favourite song learnt was the foggy dew played by Paddy himself, paddy's passing is a huge loss, a very talented Man. Rest in perfect peace Paddy and go raibh maith agat ☘

Now that Paddy’s work bringing great pleasure to the rest of us is done, may he Rest In Peace.

My sincere sympathy to those closest to him.

I had a moment with Paddy about a year ago. He was ahead of me going into a shop that clearly said PULL on the door. Paddy was pushing and I said "pull Paddy, like the school for gifted kids". He had a chuckle and went on with his business. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Thank you Paddy for sharing your wonderful talent with us for so many years, you brought joy and fun to so many.
Sincere sympathy to your wife and family, your musical family and all who loved you. Rest in peace.

My condolences to Rita and the moloney family on the sad passing paddy many great memories of paddy and you in luggala RIP paddy

Dear Aedin

Sending you, your Mam and brothers much love from All the Morrissey Family (Clonskea).

Your Dad and colleagues have been true Ambassadors of Ireland. Thank you.

Paddy R.I.P. thank you for the music and you were a wonderful ambassador for Ireland☘️

Deepest sympathy to all of the Moloney family, and to Sheila and the Kirwan family at this very sad time.
May Paddy rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Paddy's passing. My deepest sympathy to the Moloney family and friends. Although I never met him Paddy came across as simply a lovely man, so humble, sincere and so talented musicalIy. I loved his interviews and musical performances on TV. I was so lucky to see Paddy and The Chieftains perform at a Charity concert in Barrettstown, Kildare some years ago. It was a fun filled evening of brilliant music, song and story telling with Paddy at his best. I will never forget that performance. Thank you Paddy for the wonderful memories and for being such an ambassador for our traditional Irish music, song and dance. You have left a wonderful legacy which will live on in generations to come. Rest in peace Paddy.

Thank you, Paddy for your time and dedication to music and to the people of Ireland and around the world, popular, purely genius, gifted and a wonderful talent that you give to many young and old future ahead of our time

Rest in peace Paddy and thanks for all the enjoyment you gave to so many

Sincere condolances to all of Paddy's family. Fond memories of playing down the key hole with the sounds of traditional tunes in the backround.May he Rest in Peace.

Paddy will b greatly missed. but his music will live on.May he rest in piece.

Deepest sympathy to Paddys wife Rita and all the family. May Paddy rest in peace. A wonderful highly talented person. Heaven's gain and our loss, A true legend and gentleman never to be forgotten.

Thanks for the music RIP Paddy

Sending deepest sympathies to your friends and family during this very difficult time. Heaven has gained a huge talent, there'll be some hooley up there. Rest in peace Paddy...

So saddened to hear of Paddy's passing, sincere sympathy to Rita and all Paddy’s family and his musical family 🎶 He was truly a gifted and inspirational person & musician. He brought his musical genius and joy to so many across the whole world. Thank you Paddy for sharing your wonderful talent/music with us, you will be greatly missed. Forever in our thoughts and prayers. An immense loss, RIP Paddy take your rest🙏🏻

Rest in Peace Paddy. I lived at the back of your house in Elm Road Donycarney. I knew your mum and she was so proud of you as we all are. Our condolences to all your family. Teresa Finnerty. 🌹

RIP Paddy, thanks for all the lovely music. X x