Sir Henry Charles Grattan-Bellew

So sorry to hear of the passing of Henry what a character what a colourful life always enjoyed our chats on meeting. neighbor, Foxrock

Henry was a much loved neighbour and friend in Foxrock Mount. A real gentleman. We think of him and Shirley often. RIP Henry.

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Sir Henry. We talked many times about the Grattan-Bellew military history during my research of the family’s medals.

Very sorry to hear the sad news about Henry’s passing, condolences to his family. I knew him from calling to my shop on Foxrock ave, always a gentleman and an absolute joy to know. RIP Henry.

So sad to hear of the death of Sir Henry. It brings to an end of a wonderful tradition and legacy in our parish. We must be so greatful to the Bellew family and recently to Sir henry for what they have left us in Mountbellew. May he rest in eternal peace.

Condolences to the Grattan Bellew family on the death of Sir Henry.. His prowess training horses was only eclipsed by his prodigious public speaking talents. Both qualities made him an international star. . He will be fondly missed and remembered for many a long day

I send my sympathy to all the family.. i was at school with Henry at Ampleforth and my family were great friends with the Bellews in the 19th century

Sincere condolences to Sir Henry's family and to all the members of Shankill Bowling Club on the passing of a true gentleman. R.I.P. Sir Henry.

Rest in peace Sir Henry

Deepest sympathy to all the Bellew family on the sad passing of Sir Henry. A true gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Deirdre Patrick and the extended Grattan Bellew family on the sad passing of Sir Henry . May his gentle soul rest in Peace.
Maura and David
Grattan Park Mountbellew.

Condolance to Family on the death of Henry. Always enjoyed his stories at FARA Creative Writing & our annual day out @ Lough Dan. RIP Henry.

Deepest condolences to all the Bellew family on the death of Sir Henry, May he rest in peace.

My deepest sympathy to Deirdre and Patrick on the sad passing of Sir Henry, a true gentleman I have known.

I was fortunate to be a friend of Sir Henry. He was always funny, entertaining, gentle and kind. He will be sorely missed. Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam.

Deepest sympathy to Dee, Doug, Claire and all the family on the sad passing of Sir Henry from Darren, Brian and all in Golder-WSP. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Henry's family and friends on his departure from this life.We enjoyed knowing him and Shirley in Shankill Bowling Club.

Sincere sympathy to Patrick and Deirdre and the extended Grattan-Bellew family on the sad passing of Sir Henry. He was a frequent visitor to our house and a fond family friend. The Grattan-Bellew family were years ahead of their time for education and community development and have left a proud legacy in the Mountbellew area. Sir Henry was the last of the Grattan-Bellew’s to be born in the “Big House”. All is now gone, gone but not forgotten. Rest in peace Sir Henry.

Deepest sympathies and condolences to Patrick, Deirdre and the extended Grattan - Bellew family. Henry was a truly amazing man who did and achieved so much in his long, vigorous and eventful life. I got to know him over our long term seabird research on his beloved Little Saltee Island. A unique gentleman, so full of life and generosity. He will not be forgotten.

Sincere sympathy to the Grattan Bellew family on the sad passing of Sir Henry, Met him a few times when he was compiling A Pictorial Memoir of Mountbellew Moylough and environs ,Very intelligent man Mary Mannion Cloonoran Moylough Ballinasloe

Sincere sympathy to Patrick and Deirdre and the extended Grattan Bellew family on the sad passing of Sir Henry.Always a pleasure to meet him a true gentleman.May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Sincerest sympathies to Deirdre and Patrick on the passing of your beloved Dad. Sir Henry was rightfully proud of the Grattan-Bellew heritage that created and sustained this community through the darkest of times. He himself brought sunshine into many lives, and has earned the peaceful rest he now shares with those who have gone before. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal.

We are so sad to lose Henry. We had wonderful times together, and I was always his Norfolk Broad! Our thoughts are with Dee Dee and Patrick and all the extended family.

Our deepest sympathy to Deirdre and Patrick on the sad passing of your dad Sir Henry, a real gentleman, RIP

Sincere Sympathy to Deirdre Patrick and the Extended Grattan_Bellew Family on the sad passing of Sr Henry a lovely gentleman. May his gentle soul Rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Sir Henry's family on the passing of a true gentleman. I spoke recently to him about my aunt Nan Nolan whom he remembered from his childhood with great affection.
Maire Cunneen, D04VOA8.

Dee, Clare & family , thinking of you all at this sad time ,We enjoyed the stories Mr Bellew told us , He always made us laugh on his visits , A gentleman , Rip

I cannot say that I knew Sir Henry well. But, I certainly knew of him! It has been obvious to me, since arriving in the Mountbellew area in the early '90s, that the Bellews were an industrious family. You only have to look at the rivers they canalised for milling and electricity-generation purposes - and much else they built. It was also clear that people thought back to them with affection. When I next walk across the eight-arch bridge from the woods and then, a short distance further, view St. Mary's church rising before me, I shall think of Sir Henry's robust laugh and of the worthy forebears who preceded him. R.I.P.

I want to express my sincere condolences To Sir Henry’s family and friends. The end of an era. The Grattan-Bellews will always be fondly remembered in Mountbellew and surrounding areas for their Christian values and decency. Thank you for shaping Mountbellew into the vibrant town it is today.

Our deepest sympathies to Dierdre and family from all the staff from John Ormonde Wexford Sand and Ormonde Lining. We are deeply saddened to hear your loss. May he rest in peace.

Deepest Sympathy to Deirdre, Patrick and all the extended Grattan-Bellew family on the sad passing of Sir Henry, a true gentleman, full of character, wit and the most pleasant company one could hope to spend any time with. May he now Rest in Eternal Peace.

Sincere sympathy to Sir Henry's family on his death and to all who will miss his presence from their lives. The people of Mountbellew and the surrounding parishes of NE Galway owe a huge debt of gratitude to Sir Henry Grattan-Bellew, and his forebears, for their assistance, development, employment of local people, support for local initiatives, their Christian charity and endowments to local religious and secular causes. May Sir Richard rest in peace and reap the Heavenly reward for all his goodness. In Iothlann Dé go gcastar sinn.

Funny, witty, kind, warm, intelligent, inspirational... Sir Henry will be missed by many, my condolences to all who were blessed to have known him for many years, and even a minute!

Sincenre sympathy to the Grattan-Bellew family and friends on the sad passing of Sir Henry. He will be fondly remembered in Mountbellew. May he rest in peace.

I was deeply saddened to hear of Sir Henry's passing.I had the absolute pleasure of meeting him many times through the O'Neills in Garrafine and he is someone who has left a lasting impression.He was such an intelligent, witty ,well spoken man who's tales about his life always left me amazed.He will be sadly missed in Mountbellew.
Deepest condolences to Sir Henry's children and extended family on his sad passing.
Heaven has definetly become alot brighter and a whole lot more fun with him there now x

Sincere sympathy to Sir Henry’s family on their sad loss. May he rest in peace.

Sorry for the sad news rip Henry

My sincere condolences to the Grattan - Bellew family on the very sad news of Henry’s passing. He was a true gentleman who made a fellow Galwegian so welcome in Shankill Bowling Club. Henry was a great character we will miss being regaled by the stories of his many adventures.

Rest in peace Henry.
Gerry Fahey Shankill.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Henry. Deepest condolences to the Grattan-Bellew family at this sad time. May he r.i.p.

Gemma, Eileen & Jimmy O'Connell, Stillorgan

Sincere sympathy to Sir Henry's family on their great loss. Sir Henry had a great affection for Mountbellew Show and his excellent voice often echoed around the Show ground as he compered the horse classes. Always a gentleman and friendly to everyone. The Grattan-Bellew family has left a great legacy in Mountbellew. May his gentle soul rest in peace. He will be missed by all who knew him

Deepest sympathy to the family.

It was a pleasure to play with Henry in Shakill or against him with Bray Bowling Club

A tough but fair and helpful opponent on the green

Farewell Henry.

Rest in Prace

Our sincere condolences to you all .Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
Regards Susan & Mark
May Henry rest in peace

Deepest sympathy to the Bellew family on the sad passing of Sir Henry. May he rest in peace.

Deepest Sympathies to the Bellew Family on the death of Sir Henry RIP
We keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time

We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Sir Henry RIP
We will keep you his Family and extended Family in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time

We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Sir Henry RIP
We will keep you his Family and extended Family in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time

Deepest sympathies to the Grattan - Bellew Family on the death of Sir Henry, R.I.P., one of life's
true gentlemen, always a pleasure to meet on and off the Bowling Green and who shared his friendship freely with all. He will be fondly remembered at the Shankill Bowling Club particularly
during his periods as Club President.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

Deepest sympathy to Deirdre and Patrick on Sir Henry’s passing.
He took great care of the Little Saltee and will be missed around Kilmore Quay.

Sincere sympathy to the Bellew Family on the death of Sir Henry
Rest in Peace

On behalf of all the members of Shankill BC. I wish to express our sincere condolences on the sad demise of Sir Henry. He was a greatly loved member of our club and will be sadly missed by all. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time. Unfortunately due to a current outbreak of Covid in the club, the number of members in attendance at Henry's funeral will be restricted. However we intend to follow the proceedings on line.

Sincere sympathy to Deirdre and Patrick and extended Bellew families on the passing of Sir Henry, who will be sadly missed by many people here in Mountbellew. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathies to Deirdre & Patrick & the extended Bellew families on Henry's passing.
Such a colourful man, full of wit, it was a true pleasure working & liaising with him over the years.
We will all miss him..
Ar Deis De go Raibh an aimn Dilis.

-David, Adrian & all the Walsh family, Ballygar Rd, Mountbellew

Deepest condolences to the Bellew family on the death of Henry,May he rest in peace.
Frank Gavin.

deepest sympathy to sir henry family on his passing,rip

I take this opportunity to recognise and thank the extended Bellew Families for their support to the monastery since its foundation in 1820.

Sincere sympathy to Deirdre and Patrick on the passing of your Father, Sympathy also to the extended Bellew families and relations. A very nice Gentleman & full of life and it was a privilege to know Sir Henry. who will be sadly missed. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Dearest Dee, Pat, Dougie and Claire, thinking of you. with love

Our deepest sympathies to all Henry’s extended family & friends. He always called to our house in St. Anns, Mountbellew when passing. May he Rest in Peace. 🙏🏼

Deepest Sympathy to Sir Henry's family on his sad passing, May he rest in peace.

Very sorry to hear about the passing Sir Henry,great memories of his time in Galway.