Terence (Terry) Smith

I'm a contemporary of Simeon's though we didn't know each other well. Sad to hear about Terry's passing, the man and his music were such a fond fixture memory of mine from 80s/90s Galway. RIP

This sad news brought back the 1980s to me as no trip to the Claddagh Palace cinema at Nile Lodge was complete without standing in the queue listening to Terry. What a voice and a presence.
Condolences to all his family.

I've just heard the news, too late to send a message before the funeral. I grew up with Terry since we were children. And later we played in bands, formed The Spalpeens in London and played the folk scene, running our own club. We made a record for CBS 'House of Delight'. Later, we came to Ireland and busked in Salthill, eventually having a residency at the Enda Hotel, Galway. I was there when Terry met Deirdre and when we recorded 'Sally-O' for Tribune Records. The band broke up, I returned to England and Terry stayed to become a local legend. I can't believe he's gone. I should have come over when I had the chance. My deepest sympathy, Deirdre.

So sorry to hear of Terry's death we will always cherish the memories of the sessions in the Cottage Bar with Terry and Mickey Finn may they rest in peace

Dear Sim and family,

It is not often in life you count yourself as a friend of two generations of the same family, but that's the kind of guy Terry was. I have such fond memories of shooting the breeze and shooting the pool with him in the Cottage pub in Lower Salthill, before he'd head up to the cinema to play a few tunes. He was such a free spirit, with such a love of the craic, I was later shocked to meet his son Sim, who is my age, at a party and to discover he was Terry's son! My own dad who passed away last year was rather more conventional and strict by comparison. Terry never had a bad word to say about anyone, got on with all of us, from the 18 year olds to the 60somethings, during a magic time in our lives. He loved music, fun, and family. And never took things too seriously. Isn't that the measure of a full life well lived? I would always ask Sim about him when we'd meet at a punk gig in Dublin and was sure I'd bump into him again some day. RIP Terry. Hopefully, some day soon I will have a drink in your honour with Simeon at some mad post-punk gig in Dublin! One of life's true gents.

Deepest sympathies Deirdre and family. Very fond memories of Terry as a musician and deeply appreciated your company while you lived in Spiddal.

Condolences and good thoughts to the Smith family. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies on your sad loss. A musical legend, another one gone. Memories and great ones at that are left.

I'm so sorry for your loss, Terry will leave an enormous void, much love to you all

So sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. Such a kind, talented and gentle man with a wee bit of craic thrown in! Sincerest sympathies to Deirdre, Simeon and Turlough for your loss. ❤️

Sincere condolences

A father to a good friend, both of whom are legends. My many condolences to the Smith family, may you find the strength you need. RIP Terry

A powerful voice on the the streets of Galway in the 70s .”The Glen Of Aherlow” sung like no one else . My condolences to his family

Deepest Sympathies to the Smith family on Terrys passing. Great memories of him singing in the Cellar and Cottage bars. May He Rest in Peace.

Deepest sympathies to Simeon and family on your Dad's passing. John, Jillian and family.

A fine man and musician, my condoléances to his family and friends.

dearest Deirdre, my deepest sympathy and thoughts with you and your sons I have a lovely picture of his two dancing the tango, may he continue dancing and down here maybe, we will join in. most fond memories of you both looking at all your fabulous collection of pigs, don't be a stranger love Margaretta

Deepest sympathies to you and your family on the passing of Terry.
Ni bheidh a leitheadh ann aris.

They don't make people like you anymore we were so lucky to have that experience growing up live entertainment outside the cinema God bless you Terry
Sympathies to Deidre and family

Fond memories of Terry and his gentle voice

Deepest sympathy to all Terry's family. we remember you playing outside claddagh Palace in the early 80s you were so good. Thankyou
You will never be forgotten a true galwegian happy days
RIP

With deepest sympathy to you all!

I can envisage Terry a d Micky Finn at heavens gate catching those on entry for a small contribution. RIP Terry and Mickey.

To Deirdre and family sorry to hear Terry passed away may he rip

Sympathy to the family at this time, may he rest in peace.

Rest in peace Terry sincere sympathy to all the family

Treasured memories of a talented gentleman. My condolences to the family. Rip, thank you for the days...

condolences to the smith family; i remember his grt voice outside the claddagh palace many years ago rest in peace terry;xx

So so sorry to hear of you leaving us so soon Terry. I'll never forget that beautiful magical haunting voice. Sincere sympathy to Deirdre and family.

Condolences to all Terry' s family.Himself and Micky at it together again. RIP. Fond memories beginning at The Tartan Lounge in Salthill way back. He will be greatly missed.

Rest in Peace Terry. Terry is there in my memories of my youth, going to the Claddagh Palace, queing outside in the cold and listening to his wonderful voice. Goodnight Irene always reminds me of him. Goodnight Terry.

So saddened to read of the passing of a legend who I first met In the early 70's in the Cellar bar with Mickey Finn. He had a beautiful voice accompanied.by his guitar. Was In his company for many years in different venues and outside the Estoria. He always spoke & sang so softly. Thanks for sharing your talent you will be greatly missed. Terry was a kind & gentle man. May he rest in Eternal peace. Sincere sympathy to Deirdre & family on your great loss.

Our deepest sympathy to Deirdre, Simeon, and Turlough, on the death of Terry. A lovely kind and gentle man. RIP Terry.

Sincerest sympathy to Deirdre and family on the sad passing of Terry. We played together many times, a real gentleman and superb musician.

Another legend passes

Condolences to Deirdre and family on Terry's passing. Terry was respected and liked both for his music and for the person he was... warm, friendly, gentle and dignified.
Suaimhneas síoraí dó.

Terry was part of my growing up in galway along with the accordian player outside treasure chest along with a few other race week buskers . A great part of Galway life gone but never forgotten. Rest in peace and sincerest sympathy to all your family.

A gentle man, may he rest in peace.

Fond memories with Terry and Deidre RIP Terry

Condolences on Terrys passing
RIP Terry
Aidie & Trish

Sad to hear the passing of Terry many a night i listened to him outside the cinema or the conto

Sincere sympathy to all the family.

Queuing up in the cold and rain waiting to go into Claddagh Palace and Terry would always be there belting out the tunes, while we were waiting for them to open the doors and let us in, different times,
He was a nice guy in to the bargain, RIP.

Terry is a Galway legend, we shall not see his like again.
Fondly remembered.
Deepest sympathy to Simeon, Turlough and Mrs. Smith.
Anthony + Yvonne Conboy.

Deepest sympathy to Deirdre, Simeon & Turlough on the passing of Terry. May he rest in peace.

Sympathy to the Smith family on passing of Terry,
one of Galways true gentlemen, he'd always say hello...
memories from the Rahoon flats days...RIP

My sincere condolences goes to you Deirdre and family on the sad news of your husband Terry ,anytime I met him he brought fond memories back to me of my own father Frank Rafter whom managed the ESTORIA Cinema many years prior to the Claddagh Palace .
May your husband Terry's gentle soul rest in peace
Evelyn lally 78 Castlepark Ballybane.

What an amazing voice. From Fallers to the Claddagh Palace to the Crane to the Cruiscín Lán your wonderful songs travelled giving us so much.
leaba i measc na Naomh duit, and heartfelt sympathies to your family

Deepest sympathy to all the Smith family on Terry's passing, Great memories of Terry playing outside the Claddagh Palace in the good old days. Rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to all the family RIP terry

Lovely man great voice never minded having to wait in line at the Estoria when Terry was playing and friendly welcome in the Cottage between shoe times. RIP

I first met him and Mickey Finn in The Cellar early in 1971. Later, they were regulars in the Cottage Bar. I recall their patience and encouragement of my stumbling attempts at the guitar: that was a life lesson, as was his gentle reminder that "there's more than one way to understand a song".
Terry's voice carrying the length of Shop St. or Lower Salthill - - he was the sound of Galway.
Deepest sympathy to all the family.

Deepest sympathy to Deirdre and family on Terry’s passing.Remembered fondly.RIP Terry

R.I.P Thanks for the memories

Sincere condolences to all the family.
Marguerita Doyle

With sincere sympathy to terrys family. Rip

Our sincere sympathy to Deirdre & family on Terry's sad passing.
May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of your sad loss, I worked in the Claddagh Palace many years ago and knew Terry from there, a great musician and a kind , gentle and very talented person. Rest in peace Terry.

Sincere sympathy to Deirdre, Simeon and Turlough on the passing of Terry. May he rest in peace.

My deepest condolences to Deirdre, Simeon and Turlough on the passing of Terry. May He Rest in Peace.