Phil (Philomena) MC GOVERN
(née Bruen)

Mum, I think of you in the space between every moment, in the middle of the ups, the downs and everything else there is.
I think of your laugh, your charisma, and your own ups and downs. But most of all the twinkle in your eyes, that rarely a day wasn't there.
I remember how I felt as a little girl sometimes, waiting for you to walk in the door like a burst of light and illuminate the room.

I can't describe how much I feel your loss. I see the trail of tales gratitude for all your kindnesses to others, and it wafts in your wake like a golden cloak.
People that you hadn't seen in years, decades even, still remember moments of your wit and charisma, as if it were only yesterday.
My heart is so heavy now, but as time moves on, I think would like to always remember you as if it were only yesterday, singing the Carpenter's song to me, existing outside time, our hearts full of love, and so very much connected.

I love you beyond words and miss you so very very much.
xxxxxxx (x ad infinitum, as you loved to write in your cards to me)
Your own Órleen

Órla and all our family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you all at this hard time.
I will see you at the Month's Mind in Clarendon St on 10th of June, and I am glad I can be there to see you.

My condolences to Nicole as well.

I will never forget Phil's sense of humor, generosity, and sincerity. She had a way of making everyone around her feel special and loved. Orla and Paddy, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Rest in Peace auntie Phil.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. I have very found memories of Phil growing up next door to her for many years in Elm Park. May she rest in Peace xx

Sincere Sympathy to Paddy Orla Nicole on the sad passing of Phi a kind caring generous Lady

Had only just heard today of the passing of your dear mother Órla. Our sincerest condolences to you, Niceol and your Dad. Mags & Marie

Orla, Niceol and Phil's family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and we're sending love from America. Patricia and Drew

I was saddened to hear of Phils death last night. She was a lovely lady. It was a pleasure to know her always cheerful and friendly. EAMONN KING BIF.

My deepest condolences to Paddy and all the family. I will always remember Phil as a lovely and very kind lady. May she rest in peace. My prayers and thoughts are with Paddy and all the family.

So sorry to hear of Philomena's passing, she was a joyous and lovely woman. My heartfelt condolences to Orla and Paddy. May she rest in peace.

To Paddy I know how devastated you will be at the profound loss of your beloved Phil. I was priviliged through you to have made her acquaintance a kind gentle soul whose wonderful smile lit up a room. Memories treasured. Ar dheis De go rainy a Anam dilis .

Blessings to all for cheering me up with such kind condolence messages on the passing of my darling sister Phil following the death of my other wonderful sister Antoinette just a few years ago. Phil died on Mother's day from the malady that also felled my mom RIP.
I am still in tears as Phil and I were very close.When chatting on the phone I remember joking with her about how, in tennis terms, her serve-and - volley Irish conversation approach was so superior to the Canadian ground-stroking game here. She was such a sweetie!
I do hope to get in touch and swap Phil stories with her BIF colleagues and friends on my next visit. Ar Dheis De Go Raibh a Hanam Dilis

With deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla and Nicole and family on Phil's passing. She was a lovely lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Bridie McDonnell, Elmwood, Ranelagh and sister Pauline

Very saddened to hear this sad news of Phils passing. A truly thoughtful, kind & genuine person who put others first at times. I worked with her in BIF.
Sincere condolences to Paddy & Orla & extended family. May she Rest in peace & always remember her in prsyers.

So sorry to hear of Phil’s passing. She was a lovely person & so helpful to me as a young man starting my career in BIF. I remember her with great fondness. Sincere sympathy to all her family.

Very sorry Paddy to hear Phil had died.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam

Dear Orla, Paddy and Niceol and family and friends. We were blessed to have been lucky enough to be in Phil's fabulous presence and to spend precious time in Dublin with you all. Such a lovely woman. She is such a loss. Sorry we couldn't be there today. Sending love & best wishes. Take it easy on yourselves xxxM

So very sorry for your loss Paddy & Órla. Phil was the kindest lady we had some great laughs whilst getting her hair done over the years . RIP Phil .

Sincere condolences to Paddy and Orla.Phil was a lady and a pleasure to work with.may she rest in peace

Deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla, Nicoel and family on Phil's passing, I had the good fortune of working with Phil in BIF and she was a such an incredibly glamorous, kind and funny lady, a joy to be around. May she rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla and family on the passing of Phil. Very fond memories of our days in BIF. Phil was a lovely lady, may she rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Paddy, Orla and all the family on the sad loss of dear Phil.
She was just a lovely lady and always great fun.
RIP Phil

Sincere sympathies to Orla, Nicoel,family & friends grieving the loss of Phil.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
May Phil rest in peace amen.

Sincere sympathy on the death of Phil. May she rest in peace

Deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla, and extended Family on the passing of Phil. She was a lovely Lady. RIP

Deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla, Nicoel, Phil's brothers and all the extended family. I will always treasure the happy times we had in BIF and all the laughs we had. Phil was a classy lady and everyone loved her. R.I.P.

Deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla and extended family on the sad passing of Phil - May she Rest In Peace

Sincere sympathy to Paddy, Orla & family on the passing of Phil. A very glamorous, happy lady who was a wonderful colleague to us in BIF. May she Rest in Place.

My deepest sympathies to Paddy, Orla and extended family at this sad time. Phil was a great person to work and socialise with! She was great fun and a true lady.

So sorry for your loss thinking of you all at this sad time R.I.P

Heartfelt condolences Paddy, Orla, Niceol and extended family on the sad loss of Phil. Phil was a lovely lady inside and out. Rest In Peace, Phil.

Phil will be missed by all who knew her She was a special lady kind and gentle Heartfelt sympathy to Paddy and Orla

Deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla and extended Family. Phil was a lovely lady, always kind and generous to everyone. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Orla Nicole and paddy .
My thoughts and prayers are with ye all and with the whole family at this very sad time . I will join with ye remotely tomorrow for the service . Phil was a gentle soul and a beautiful lady through and through! Stay strong!

Deepest sympathy and love to you Órla and Niceol, Paddy and all of Phil’s loved ones. Phil was always so kind to me. I’ll miss her mischievous grin. Ar dheis dé go raibh a hanam.

Paddy and Orla, sincere condolences to both of you on Phil's recent passing. Our love and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Eva, Marcus, George and Louis.

My deepest sympathy to Paddy Orla and extended family on the sad passing of Phil always a pleasure to meet may she rest in peace

So sorry to hear this sad news. Phil was a loyal BIF person, always cheerful. RIP.

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. Orla, my thoughts are with you, Niceol and your Dad at this time xx

Deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla and all the Family on the sad passing of Phil - may she rest in peace.

I’m so sad to hear of Phil’s passing- I worked in BIF and enjoyed many lunches with her, she was so loved by everyone that knew her. Rest in piece Phil.

Condolences to Phils family on her.death..She was a lovely lady whom I first met through her
mother -Mrs Bruen -many years ago..(She lived across the road from my aunt.) In later years she was an Auxiliary member of the Legion of Mary. and we will remember her in our prayers.

Deirdre Hanley Praesidium oft the Legion of Mary Beechwood. Ave..

Very sad to hear of Phil’s passing. Sincere condolences to all of her family. She was a lady and always very helpful & hardworking in the workplace. Many fond memories. May Phil rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Paddy, Orla and all the family on the sad news of the passing of Phil. A lovely lady RIP

I was very saddened to hear of Phil's passing R.I.P. My heartfelt sympathy to Paddy, Orla & all her extended family. It was a pleasure to have known & worked with Phil in BIF for so many years. She was so glamorous, warm, generous, kind and wonderful company a true lady. May her gently soul have eternal peace..

My sincere condolences to Phils family and friends. She was such a lovely lady and will be sadly missed. I met Phil in BIF in the ‘70s.

Such sad news, deepest sympathy to you Órla, your Dad and Niceol and all your mother's family and friends. You are in my thoughts. Dee x

I am so terribly sad to hear of the passing of Phil. I worked with Phil in BIF. She was always a lady, unbelievably generous and such fun. A total sweetheart and a joy to work with. So many laughs and happy times. Will remember her always with huge fondness. Sincere condolences to Paddy, Orla and all the family. May dear Phil Rest in Peace.

Sorry to hear about Phils passing. Lovely Lady. Deepest sympathy to Paddy and Órla. R. I. P.

Heartfelt Sympathy to Paddy, Órla and extended family on the sad passing of lovely Phil. I worked with Phil in Bank of Ireland Finance for many years and she was a true lady with a smile that brightened up all our days. Rest in Peace Phil. Karen Murtagh.

My sincere condolences dear Orla and your Father, Nicole and all your extended family and friends.

I am so sorry to hear of Phil's Passsing. My sincerest sympathies To Orla, Paddy and to all Phil's family and friends. My late Mam knew Phil from seeing her around Ranelagh and in the hairdressers and was very fond of Phil. Phil was a lovely Lady . May she Rest In Peace.

Deepest sympathy Paddy to you and Orla on the passing of Phil,
a kind and gentle lady who always radiated warmth and good humour. She will be greatly missed by so many. May she rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies Paddy and Orla on the very sad passing of Phil.
May she rest in peace.
Brian Corrigan.

With deepest sympathy from Tony O’Connor ( BIF/ Foster)

So sorry Paddy to learn of the death of Phil RIP.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
May her gentle soul Rest in Peace

Our sincerest condolences to you Paddy & órla on the death of Phil.she will be greatly missed & fondly remembered.I had so many chats with her & she had always a warm welcome for us to her lovely home. You were a real lady.May you rest in heavenly peace Phil. Mary McGrath Daughter in law of the late Lilly& Packie McGrath 29 Elmpark Ave & their grandchildren Stephen & Amy.

Deepest sympathy to Paddy and Orla on the death of Phil, may she rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy Paddy on the passing of Phil. May she rest in peace