Thomas Desmond (Des) Crotty

It would take forever to thank all of you who by text, phone, card, verbally or through these condolence pages, contributed to Des's Celebration of life in such heartfelt pouring out of love and appreciation. Des loved and was loved for his generous, selfless empathetic ways. He truly was a gentleman, courageous and tender. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for the way you wrapped us up in your kind thoughts and outpouring of love. We got through our initial loss of Des with your help and support. From his childhood in Longford, his Sisters and brother in law, My Sister and her family, Des's cousins in Borrisokane, from Mels to Blackrock College, DunLaoighre, Seapoint R.F.C. Wexford Wanderers R.F.C. Ashbourne R.F.C.Trinity DURFC and on to friends which he made over the years. He used to preface some sentences with 'A great pal of mine'...and I used to say 'how many great pals have you got?' well it seems he had many! My friends became his. He was as well known to Mount Sackville Staff, Art College Friends, School friends and friends in every walk of life. Des looked Forward and Reflected back, at all times making new friends and bringing his pals from his past with him. He was lucky to have had so much love and myself and our family absolutely thank you all for being there for us.Go raibh maith agaibh, a chairde. Christina & Family DonalThomas, Robin, Carla, Cyrille, George, Henri, Marcel, Alfie and Baby Benji

Dear Christine, dear Robin, dear Donie, I was deeply saddened to hear about the untimely loss of Des. I will always keep fond memories of Des's warmth, kindness, his laughter and generosity. Des's and your friendship was one that I will cherish forever. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy and silent strong hug from Svetla, Milena and Dora.

Our deepest sympathy on your great loss of a loving husband and father, Des had a great sense of humour and was always good company. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to the Crotty family your sad sad loss. Des was always great company, it was always a pleasure to meet him and have the chat.
Martin and Paula Fenlon and family

So sad to hear of your passing today Des, you will be sadly missed. The first Wexford Wanderers website was made by Des and he had a huge wealth of knowledge about the Club. RIP Des. My condolences to Christina and all your family.

My sincere condolences on the death of Des ..it's been a long time since our paths crossed but always fond memories of his sisters Annette, Evelyn & Frances and the good times of yore growing up in Longford ..sympathy to the Family.
Lucius Farrell

Slán Des, your laughing gentle spirit will be missed by all who knew you. Gone too soon . Deepest sympathy to Christine ,Donie ,Robin and families .

Seeing the name Crotty on rip drew my attention and brought back so many memories from our time as friends in Longford. My condolances to Annette, Evelyn and Francis and all of the family on the passing od Desmond as we called him then. Regards to you all at this time.
Mary O Brien, Clonbonny, Athlone

Christine my sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time. I remember meeting Des at your house on Melvin Road on one of my trips home so many years ago. May he R.I.P.

Annette, Evelyn and Frances,

Please accept my sincere sympathy on the passing of Des, I have fond memories of you all in Longford many years ago. May Des rest in peace.

Christine and family, so sorry to hear of Des' passing. He was always full of chat and good humour when we met. Hoping that all of your happy memories will get you all through the coming days and weeks.
Rest in peace, Des. Your lovely smile will light up heaven.

Deepest sympathy to the Ctotty family on the death of Des. I was very friendly with Des in St Michael’s National school Longford. May he rest in peace.

My sincere sympathies to all of Des’s family on his untimely passing.

I just heard about the death of Des at Mass this morning. I knew him when he lived in Longford and played many times for our Teffia Celtic soccer team. He was a great player. I have put up a dedication to his memory on Facebook. Sincere condolences to Christina, his children Robin and Donie, his sisters Annette, Evelyn and Francis, and extended family and friends. I don't suppose you would have a photo of Des when he lived in Longford. I don't seem to be able to find one, as I think he moved away early. So sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace. Michael Bushell

Sending all our love to Christine, Robin, and Donie. We still cherish those Christmas mornings full of fun with you and Des. May he rest in peace.

Sincere Condolences to Christine ,Donnie and Robin and all your family on the sad passing of Des .
A True Gentleman .
May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences to Christine and family on the sad passing of Des. May he Rest in Peace.

My condolences to Donal, Carla and all of the Crotty family on Des' passing. May he rest in peace.

Frances, our sincere sympathy and condolences to you and your family.

Deepest sympathy to Christine and family on the very sad passing of Des. May he RIP.

Sincere condolences to Christine and family on the sad passing of Des. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.

Sincere condolence to Christine and family on the death of their beloved Des. May his memory be a blessing.

What a beautiful ceremony and celebration of Des's life. Des was just so lovely and my mam was very fond of him. The 10th June will now have that extra special meaning for us. Love and strength to you Christine, Donie, Robin and families.

Sincere condolences on the loss of Des. To Christine, his soulmate and love of his life, Donie and Robin who he was so proud of, his sisters and grandchildren who he loved so dearly, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. The world has lost someone very special. Love always x

Deepest condolences on the sad news of Des' passing. He was a warm friendly individual and I have several lovely memories of growing up around him. The service was a wonderful and heartfelt celebration of Des life. You all did him proud today C x

Sincere condolences to Frances and family on the death of your brother. May he Rest in Peace.

Our deepest condolences to Christine and family on the passing of Des. Very sad news. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Christine, Robin & Donie on the loss of Des from all of us in Mount Sackville. Des always brought charm & style when he visited Mount Sackville . His infectious love for his family and his beloved Christine was ever apparent . May your precious memories help you through these lonely days and may he rest in peace.

Rest in peace Des, always a big smile and a kind word. Condolences to all the family

Deepest Sympathy to Annette and the Crotty family on the passing of Desmond.
May he Rest in Peace.

Dearest Christine, i am so sorry for your loss. I have a vague memory from my childhood of being at your home and being surrounded by laughter. I distincly remember that of Des. My sincerest condolences. Niamh

To the family of Desmond. I send my sincere sympathy to you all. So sorry to hear of his death. To Annette, Evelyn & Francis, I remember so very well when the family lived in Donacarney Co Meath. I did go to visit your Mum some years back when she lived in Blackrock Dublin. Hope you remember me Marie Stafford. I spent many happy days in your house in Donacarney where I am still living. May Desmond rest in eternal peace.

|Sincere sympathy to Frances and Family on the recent death of her brother, Desmond

Our sincere condolences to you Frances and family on the sad passing of your brother Des. Thinking of you at this sad time.
May Des Rest in Peace

I'm very sorry to hear this news. Des was a lovely gentleman and I enjoyed many a conversation with him. May he rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathies to Christine and all the family. So shocked and sad to hear the news of Des's passing. We had so many good times and laughs together over many years. May you Rest in Peace Des.

So sorry to hear of Des's passing and loss to the family.
"Dang dang" spirit and personality will live on through his grandchildren. Our thoughts are with you through this difficul time .
Christopher and family

saddened to hear of the passing of Des, our sincerest sympathies to Christina and family

Pat Ryan &Family

I’m heartbroken to hear the sad news that Des has left us. He was such a wonderful guy, always smiling and with a kind word for everyone. He lit up the room on any family occasion. To Christine, Donie, Robin, his grandchildren, sisters and family I send my deepest sympathy at this sad time. Rest in peace Des.

Sincere condolences to Christine, Robin, Donal, extended family and friends on your terrible loss.
May Des rest in peace

Sincere sympathy to the Crotty family on the loss of Des. He visited me once in Leixlip a long time ago. Also remembering his parents in Longford. May they rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to the Crotty family on the sad loss of Des. Requiescat in pace.

Sincere condolences to you, Francis and the entire Crotty Family, on the very sad passing of Des. May he now rest in eternal peace.

I was very sorry to learn of Des' death. We last met at one of our class reunions where he was the life and soul of things.

My deepest sympathies to all his family.

Rest in Peace Des.

Sincere condolences to Christine, Robin, Donal, extended family and friends on your terrible loss. Des will always be warmly remembered.

My sincere sympathy to all..so sorry for your loss...

Sincere and heartfelt condolences Donal, to you and your dear mam Christine, your sister Robyn treasured grandchildren, and all of your loving family
Rest In Peace Des

Sending our sympathies to you Francis, and to your extended family, on the passing of your brother Des.
May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Christine and all Des' s family Prayerful Remembrance for all on your sad loss of Des R I P

Our Sincere Sympathy to Christina and Family at this sad time for you all, He will be sorely missed by all at WW, Rest In Peace

Sincere sympathy to Frances, Annette and Evelyn, Christine and family on the death of Des. May he rest in peace.

To Christina, Robin and Donie, and extended family,I was so sorry to hear of Des’ passing. He was such a lovely considerate man. Any time I bumped into him, he unfailingly asked about all the lads he had coached in WWRFC as minis:- what they were up to, how they were getting on, etc. You always came away from an encounter with Des with a smile on your face! My sincere condolences to you all.

Dear Frances, I'm just reading the deaths on RIP, and am sorry to read that Des has passed away. It has brought me right back to our happy teenage years living opposite each other (over AIB and BOI) on Main Street Longford; we used to sit for hours at the upstairs window in your house watching the "talent"! God be with the days, and happy and carefree they were... I used to be scared of Des, your young brother!! He was so good looking! My condolences to you, Annette and Evelyn and all your extended family... Gillian

So sad to hear of Des's passing. First met Des when he was "recruited" as an underage coach in WWRFC a role he took on with great enthusiasm. Des seemed to live life with a smile on his face and was great company. He will be greatly missed. May he rest in peace.

To Christina and family my sincere condolences. Des will always be remembered for that welcoming smile at the rugby club. A great rugby man.

Rest in peace Des. It was a pleasure knowing you. And I have some very fond memories from over the years. Love to Christine, Robin and Donie.

My sincere condolences to Christina & The Crotty Family. Lovely memories of Des in WWRFC and out and about. RIP Des.

Sincre sympathy to Frances and family on the death of your brother Des.Thinking of you all.May he rest in peace.

Even though we haven't met since June 1966, I still recognised Des from the pic. and w/o the black hair. Rest in peace Des.
John Lindsay. Surrey, UK.

To Christina and all the Crotty family , may Des rest in peace and our deepest condolences to all who loved him , always enjoyed the company of Des and the big smile in the Rugby club ,