Pat Diskin

Deepest sympathy to all on the passing of Pat. We both knew Pat from our days in Junior Chamber Galway. I too knew Pat from our school days. Many a time my Dad gave him a lift to school. May Pat rest in peace.

Heartfelt condolences to Barbara, family & friends on Pat's much too early passing. He was a most genuine guy, fastidious in his duties and love of reporting. May the Lord grant eternal rest to Pat & give you the strength to cope with your great loss.

My sympathy to Pat's family.

Deepest sympathy to Barbara & the wider family on Pat's untimely passing. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

So sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Have great memories of the years at Coláiste Éinde and meeting Pat at sporting events in years afterward. But for whatever reason, the quiz nights - whether he was coach or participant - always stand out ... and bring a smile. May he rest in peace.

Sorry to hear of Pat's passing, condolences to his wife and family. Good memories of growing up with Pat in Devon Park and the Sunday afternoon Galway United matches. RIP Pat

Deepest condolences Barbara at the passing of Pat, may he rest in peace

Barbara,
Sincerest condolences on the passing of your beloved Pat.
An intrepid outstanding journalist, he was a mine of information and contributed handsomely to sport throughout Connacht.
May he rest in peace.

My sincerest condolences on the sad passing of Pat. I knew him from "Terryland matches" years ago & "quizzes". A gentleman & always a pleasure to meet. May his gentle Soul, rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Pat's family at this sad time.
Pat visited during his research into PJ Kelly's history as President of the GAA

I am sorry to hear this sad news. My sincere sympathy to Pat's family.

Sincere sympathy on the death of Pat.I knew him well through the quizes.R I .P

Sincere condolences to Barbara and extended family on the very sad passing of Pat. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to you Barbara and to the extended family on Pat’s passing . May his gentle soul rest in peace .
Finnerty family .

My deepest sympahties to Barbara and all the Diskin family on the sad passing of Pat. I have many fond memories of him in G.L.T.C. when he came to report on results of various Tennis Tournaments. He will be sadly missed.

So sorry to hear of Pat’s death and to have missed his funeral.
I have great memories of Pat in Scoil Íde and Scoil Éinne along with Tráth na gCeisteanna at Scór na nÓg many years ago. Like many others I was always astounded by his detailed knowledge of local history and so many sports.

My condolences to Pat’s Family at this sad time. I started school with Pat in St Endas and we shared many great days. I will always remember Pat watching rugby matches. May he rest in peace.

John Mc Hugh. Corbally, Limerick

I recall dealing with Pat in relation to UCG Rugby scores in the early 1990’s. He was an encyclopedia of information on Galway Rugby, and sport in general. He was “Google search” before the term was heard of, and I certainly learnt a lot from him. He was always a very hospitable host.
Pat had to cope with the pressure of ringing in scores, or match reports in time for newspaper deadlines, in an era before mobile phones and internet.
His illnesses curtailed him in recent years. Sympathy to Barbara and wider family.
Ar Deis De go rabh a anam.

My condolences to Barbara and family. My abiding memory of Pat back in the day is him always saying hello and having a bit of a chat. RIP.

So very sorry to hear the sad news of Pat’s passing. He will be very fondly remembered by all in the Western sporting world. May he rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to Barbara and the entire Diskin family. Always enjoyed chatting to Pat about all aspects of sport. May he rest in peace.🙏

Sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Pat, RIP. Our Sympathies to his wife and family. A great sense of wit and loved chatting on Current Affairs, Sports and Salthill past and present... we will all miss him. William Cahill

I want to be associated with all the lovely condolence messages here, for a lovely man. Pat's presence adorned many's the playing field all around Connaught as far as Athlone. His pleasantness, courtesy, kindness, chat and conviviality and willingness to help anyone else will be never forgotten. He's at the playing fields in Heaven. I think the oval ball game was his first love; come September or October next and an Irish XV make it to a final, let us all shout once for Ireland and then one more shout out for Pat's sake to the Irish fifteen. To Barbara, my sincere sympathy on losing a great man.

Sincere condolences to Barbara all the Diskin family and extended families on the sad passing of Pat. Always enjoyed meeting Pat out in Corinthians RFC. A very knowledgeable lovely guy. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Pat’s death. Sincere sympathies to Barbara & family. I’ve great memories of Pat when we formed Galway City branch of Macra in the early ‘80’s! We had many animated discussions over those times!
Rest peacefully Pat.

Deepest sympathy Barbara. I grew up down the road from Pat in Devon Park. I remember Pat coming down to discuss current affairs with my mum while waiting for my brothers to play. He had an amazing interest and knowledge at a young age. Rest in peace Pat.

Sincere condolences to the Diskin family.
Pat was a lovely man, enjoyed his company when he was reporting on our many matches at Crowley Park.
May he rest in peace

Comhbhrón ó chroí Barbara ar bhás Pat. Beannacht Dé lena anam. Go dtuga Dia cabhair duit ag an am chrua seo. Leaba i measc na Naomh dó.

My sincere sympathy with Barbara and the Diskin family on Pat's untimely passing. I remember him as a very formidable table quiz participant who was usually in the winners enclosure, as well as a gentleman. May God rest his soul and give strength to you all. Gerard Leahy, Dublin Road, Renmore

My deepest sympathy to Pat's wife Barbara and family. Pat was a lovely man and always interesting to talk to. My he rest in peace.

My sincerest sympathy to Barbara and family,

Beannacht Dé le Pat agus suaimhneas síoraí go raibh aige. Comhbhrón le Barbara is lena mhuintir ar fad. Blianta siar is iomaí uair gur chas muid ar a chéile ag saothrú linn i ngort na hiriseoireachta ag ócáidí i nGaillimh is ar fud Chonamara. Bhíodh Pat suáilceach gealgháireach i gcónaí. Ba bhreá leis comhrá i nGaeilge agus is minic a thug sé scéalta duinn i Raidió Na Gaeltachta.Is iomaí bliain ár tháinig sé ag tuairisciú ar an leath mharatón a bhíodh ar an gCeathrú Rua. Bhí mé go minic  ina chuideachta freisin ag cruinnithe de chuid cheardchumann an NUJ  thíos Tigh Junie Loftus i dTuaim is throid Pat go láidir i gcónaí ar son cearta  saor-iriseoirí. Fear séimh  ildánach gur dheacair aon fhíricí a shárú air. Is trua liom a bhás anabaí. Solas na bhflaitheas go raibh aige.

Sincere Condolences to Barbara and the Diskin family on the sad passing of Pat
May his gentle soul rest in peace

Deepest sympathy to Barbara and the Diskin family on the sad passing of your beloved Pat a lovely kind friendly gentleman. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace.

We wish to express our deepest sympathy to Barbra his wife and Diskin family.May his gentle soul rest in peace

Sad to hear of the untimely passing of Pat. I have fond memories of him reporting on Tennis Tournaments during the 80's & 90's as well as local Rugby reporting. May he Rest in Peace.

My Condolences to Barbara and all the Diskin family - he had a incredible knowledge of sport and an brilliant reporter -
he will be sadly missed an true Gent -RIP

My deepest sympathy to Pat's family on his sad passing!

Sincere sympathy to the Diskin family on the death of Pat.He was an avid supporter of Corinthians rugby for many years .May he rest in peace .

Beannacht de le anam phat

My condolences to Pat’s wife & family on the passing of a gentle man. I first met him at Moneen many years ago and at sports events since . May he rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathy to Barbara and all of the Diskin family. While I hadn't seen Pat for sometime he was always great company and had truly encyclopedic knowledge of sport and current affairs. He will be missed by all his friends. May he rest in eternal peace.

Condolences to all the family .

Déanaimid comhbhrón ó chroí le Barbara is leis an muintir uile ar bhás Pat. Ar dheis láimh Dé go raibh a anam.

Deepest condolences to Barbara and the extended Diskin family. I have very fond memories of Pat. I remember he showing me his journalistic library on one occasion and he had books on every area of journalism. No doubt he could have written the best one himself such was his knowledge and talent. He was always friendly, kind, and witty and was a true union man at heart. I remember how happy you always looked together Barbara and wish you strength and courage on the journey ahead.

Comhbhrón ó chroí le Barbara ar bhás Pat, fear léannta ildánach go raibh an eolas aige thar réimse leathan, a chlúdaigh spórt, stair, drámaíocht agus polaitíocht. Ba go héadrom a d’iompar sé a shaineolas thar na blianta, mar gur duine uasal lách a bhí ann. Suaimhneas síoraí na bhFlaitheas dá anam maorga.

Rest in peace Pat. Sincere sympathies to Barbara during this difficult time.

My sincere sympathy to Pat's wife, his extended family, and in particular to his cousin, Carmel - a long- time friend of mine. May Pat now Rest in Peace.

Comhbhrón ó chroí leat Barbara ar bhás Pat. Chas mé le Pat cupla uair, fear uasal.
Go ndéana Dia grásta ar a anam. Go dtuga Dia sólás daoibh ar fad ag an am uaigneach seo.

Deepest Sympathy Barbara on the passing of Pat. Pat was a great friend of Pegasus Theatre Co. and was responsible for many great articles on our productions. He had a smile for everyone and was quick witted. He will be sadly missed. Rest in eternal Peace Pat.

On behalf of Corinthians RFC I would like to extend our condolences to the Diskin family .
Pat was always a great supporter of our club.
May he rest in peace.
Brian Murphy
President
Corinthians RFC

Sincere condolences to Barbara and the extended Diskin family on the sad passing of Pat. I had many chats and conversations with Pat over the years, he was always very helpful and knowledgeable. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Barbara and the extended family on the very sad passing of Pat, may he rest in peace.

Great neighbourhood and quiz man. Sincere condolences to the Diskin family on the passing of Pat.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Deepest condolences to Pats wife Barbara on his sad passing. Great memories in secretarial class in Moneen, he made our year a long time ago..Great memories. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

Deepest sympathy to you Barbara and Extended family on the death of your dear Pat. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Pat was a gentleman in the truest sense of that of that word

The match is over.Job's done. Stay strong Barbara

Pat was a great friend of the Galway Council of Trade Unions.May he Rest in Peace.

May he rest in peace, Pat had
A great knowledge of football,
Used to have great chats on great players,He knew his stuff,

My deepest sympathy to Pat's friends and family at this sad time.
I can remember Pat well from my earliest days in Junior Chamber Galway, God rest him.
May his soul and the souls of all of the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, Rest in Peace. Amen