Very Rev. Fr. Diarmuid Canon Connolly P.E.

Fr. Diarmuid was a good man and a holy man; quite orthodox in his faith but a great believer and preacher of the mercy and wisdom of God. Catholicism at its best came alive in him and he was a living embodiment of true sanctity. Our loss at his parting is tempered by the certainty he will enjoy a great reward and happiness for ever. Colm Fitzpatrick

Deepest sympathy to the Connolly family, Fr. Denis, Fr. Kieran on the death of Fr, Connolly. Such a lovely gentle & wise man. RIP.

Sincere sympathy to Fr. Connolly's family, fellow priests and friends. We were very fortunate to know Fr. Connolly, as very friendly, kind and lovely neighbour in Summerfield. RIP.

Sincere condolences to all the Connolly and Drury families on the death of Fr. Diarmuid. I knew his sister Eithne well and met Fr. Diarmuid on a few occasions because of Eithne. A wonderful family, they are all united now again. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

Sincere condolences to the family of Canon Connolly and to his brother priests on his passing. He was a great servant of the people of Castleknock. His kindness to our late mother was deeply appreciated. May his gentle soul enjoy abundant reward.

Sorry to hear of the passing of father Connolly may he rest in peace

Deepest Sympathy to the Connolly / Drury Family on the death of Fr. Diarmuid. As a family we were neighbours for very many years on Westfield Road. I was the youngest of six so missed out on the fun the family had as they were all of the same age and played in each others gardens. There was always something been passed over the wall until Nuala left. Happy memories and the end of an era. Annette and Mary Corrigan, Westfield Road. May Fr. Diarmuid Rest In Peace.

Sincere condolences to the family of Canon Connolly, and to the priests of the parish.
He was kind, caring and prayerful. May his gentle spirit rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to all on the sad news of Fr. Connolly's death. He was a gentle man, a sensitive and inspirational pastor, whom we were privileged to know in Skerries. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Sincere sympathy to Fr.Diarmaid Connolly’s family . He was a kind gentle man who looked after all our pastoral needs . May he rest in Peace.

To Fr. Diarmuid's family, my heartfelt sympathy. He was a great inspiration, very gentle and had a lovely sense of humour, always willing to help out. I remember him on the 60th anniversary of his Ordination, hearing First Confessions in Huntstown. May he now rest in peace from his labours.

Sincere condolences to the family of Fr. Connolly. May he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathies to Fr Connolly's family. My mam was a resident of Elm Green Nursing Home for over 6 years and Fr Connolly's visits for confession (First Friday) and Sunday Mass were the most important times in her week. He always made time to speak to my mam after Mass and listened to her in confession, giving her sound advice. We looked forward to seeing him drive up on a Sunday afternoon. Fr Connolly also said prayers with our family the day my mam was dying and again in the Elm Green chapel on the night before her funeral. It was what my mam would have wanted most! He was a very important person in her life - can't believe he was actually 6 months older than my mam. Many thanks for your wonderful Uncle Diarmuid.
From the family of Frances Feehily Room 10 Elm Green 2011-2017

My deepest condolences to Fr Diarmaids Connolly family,I was Fr Connolly’s postperson many years ago,a lovely person we used to have great chats,he was a very humble person,may he Rest in Peace.

A kind and gentle pastor of the old school. There when needed.
May he rest in peace.

Saddened to hear of the passing of Fr. Connelly. He was at the centre of Castleknock for so many years and was so kind and gentle. RIP x

Sincere sympathy to you all Fr Connolly was our parish priest here in Castleknock. A perfect gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Our very sincere sympathy to you, Bairbre, Michel and the Connolly family on the passing of Cannon Diarmuid. We are just so sorry that we can't be with you at this sad time.

We mourn deeply the final departure of Canon Diarmuid, exemplary personification of holiness, humility and wise, caring Pastor who graced our Parish . His legacy is imperishable. Slan leis; ni bheidh a leitead aris ann.

Sincere sympathies to the Connolly family, Fr Dennis and Fr. Kieran on the passing of Fr Diarmuid. May he rest in peace.

Heartfelt condolences to the Drury and Connolly families on the passing of their beloved uncle, RIP. Since Fr. Diarmuid assumed the role as Spiritual Director on a parish trip to Lourdes in the early 70s, our friendship endured. Since leaving Skerries in 1979, he has been missed, but not forgotten. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Fr. Connolly
From the lehane family

Deepest sympathy & condolences to all of Father Connollys family. He was a kind holy man & will be sadly missed. May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Fr.Connolly's family,to Fr.Kieran & Fr. Denis on the death of Fr. Diarmuid.
He gave great service & spiritual direction & his passing will be deeply mourned by all.
R.I.P Fr. Diarmuid

Our sincere condolences to the family of Cannon Connolly.
He was a very kind and gentle man.

Sincere sympathy to the extended family of Fr.Connolly and to Fr.Kieran and Fr. Denis.He will always be rembered as a genuine,devout and humble man.May he rest in peace.
Mary O'Reilly

Deepest sympathy to the Connolly and Drury families on Fr Connolly’s death he was a great priest and a wonderful friend to the people whom he served especially the school communities in the parishes he was appointed to Mass offered for him may he rest in the peace of Christ Fr Dan O Connor and staff Dublin Diocesan Education Secretariat

My memories of Uncle Diarmuid are ones filled with gentleness, warmth and authentic curiosity towards myself and my siblings as young children. An attentive, kind man with time for everyone.
May he Rest In Peace.

Fr.Connolly was a constant in my life for so many many years. He dedicated his life to his work.
He will be sadly missed by Fr Denis and Fr. Kieron his close friends.
He will no doubt rest in peace.

Sad to hear of the death of Fr. Connolly. He was a wise, humble and holy man. RIP

We were very sad to hear about the death of Fr Connolly in Scoil Mhuire, Mount Sackville Convent. He was a very kind, wise and spiritual man. We would like to extend our condolences to his family, friends, Fr Kieran and Fr Denis, at this sad time. We will remember him in our prayers. May his soul Rest In Peace.

Fr. Diarmuid's dedication to our parish is much appreciated - may he Rest In Peace.

With deepest sympathy at this sad and difficult time on the passing of Fr. Connolly, well respected by everyone who knew him.
51 years ago he officiated at our wedding in Skerries and also baptised our son a year later.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Kevin and Eileen Kelly

So sorry to hear of the passing of Father Connolly.
May He Rest In Peace.

We are saddened to hear of Fr. Connolly's passing. We have been blessed to have had such a spiritual and caring Parish priest and neighbor. Our sincere condolences to his family and friends. Ar dheis Dė go raibh a anam dílis

It was with great sadness I heard of Fr Diarmuid’s passing. A kind man with great gentleness and soft good humour who had a great love of the sea. Rest in Peace Fr Diarmuid. Brenda Cullen

My wife and I are saddened to hear the passing of Fr Connolly. A special man and a someone who lived his faith every day. Thank you Father for the wonderful service, spiritual direction and support you gave all of us in Castleknock. We know that you are in everlasting peace with our Lord as you fully deserve.
God Bless to all your family and thank you for sharing Fr Diarmuid with us..

My sincere condolence to the Family of Cannon Connolly and his Parish priests
May he rest inn peace
Eimer Emerson (Castleknock Choir)

Remembered with great fondness. RIP.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Fr Connolly. Sincere sympathy to all his family, the priests of the parish and all his friends. I had the privilege to serve with him on the board of management of St Brigids. A great worker and a gentleman. May he rest in peace.

We were saddened to hear that Fr Diarmuid had passed away. He was such a genuine,sincere and caring priest. Our sympathy to his relatives and his fellow priests especially Fr Kieran and Fr Denis.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis.

Father Connolly, worked so hard in his life. One of life's gentleman, wonderful, wise Priest, showed great knowledge, understanding of all who seeked his guidance.
Yet humble, with a great sense of humour.
He once told me, he was Bishop Edward Dalys flat mate,while studying for Priesthood in Rome!

Condolences to all his family, Including Father Kieron, Father Denis.
Father Connolly will be a huge loss to our Church

Deepest Sympathy to Fr Diarmuid's relatives and friends. Knew him many years ago in Arklow and Sutton. Such a genuine religious and kind man as was Sr Gemma and the rest of his family. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Roisin Smith, Cavan/Wicklow

My deepest sympathy on fr Connolly's death i remember him in skerries in the 70ths my he rest in peace

My deepest sympathy extended to the family of Fr. Diarmuid Connelly. I felt very privileged to have had him in my life both as a Celebrant for my wedding and a loving sincere gentleman with whom we always kept in touch. My late Aunt Kathleen from Ballinasillogue Co. Wicklow was a housekeeper for Fr. Diarmuid and my late Dad John Byrne sister of Kathleen from Ballinasillogue always expressed how kind and a wonderful gentleman he was. I spent many summer's with them in Skerries, and visited him regularly in Castleknock. I will miss him sadly & he will be missed by everyone who knew him. A very gently soul. May he rest in peace.

Very sad to hear of Fr Connolly's passing, but what an incredible life of giving, dedication, helping and bringing so much joy into peoples lives. I served many a mass as an altar boy with him, he was a fantastic & positive guardian to have in our lives. Ní fheicfimid a chineál arís. Shane (Castleknock/London)

Very saddened to hear of the passing of Fr. Connolly. I have fond memories of serving mass for him in Castleknock church many years ago. A very kind and generous man who will be missed by all...

Fergus Feeney and family in Cardiff, Wales.

Deepest sympathy and our prayers on the death of a very kind Priest .May his dear soul rest in the peace of the risen Lord.

Everyone at St. Brigid’s N.S. is deeply saddened to hear of Fr. Diarmuid’s passing. We have been blessed to have had such a wise, caring and dedicated priest. He’s been a friend, mentor and inspiration to so many and especially to us in school. Our sincere condolences to his family and friends and to our priests here in Castleknock. Ar dheis Dė go raibh a anam dílis

Our family were saddened to hear of Fr. Connolly's passing. Our children have very fond memories of his involvement in their sacraments and his gentle manner will be remembered by all. RIP.

Deepest condolences on passing of Fr Connolly May he Rest In Peace

Sincere Condolence to Father Connollys Family also to Father Kieran
& Father Denis

We are so sorry to hear the news of Father Connolly ‘s death , sincere sympathy to his family and the priests of this parish. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the extended family and colleagues of Very Rev. Fr. Diarmuid Canon Connolly R.I.P. A truly devout priest who was steeped in the Catholic Ethos. He never failed in bringing Holy Communion to my mother during her illness before her death in 1987. Rest in Peace Fr. Diarmuid - you truly deserve your eternal reward in Heaven.

Rip Fr.Diarmuid,you were a very kind and gracious man and a wonderful servant to the Castleknock parish.

Had the great pleasure of working with and knowing him. He was a very humble and special man. May he rest in peace

Sincere condolences to all on the passing of a real gentleman, and a very gentle man. He cared about people, and he cared for them too.
Wonderful memories of sailing with him in Skerries in the 1970’s, in his boat ‘Columba’ - unflappable, even in the tightest of circumstances.
He enriched the lives of all
Suaimhneas.

Rest in Peace Father Connolly and sincere condolences to his family and friends. A very gentle and kind man. Fond memories of his involvement with St. Brigids NS & his interaction with the children.

Fr.Connolly has joined the list of Irish Saints.A true beacon of Christianity and Holiness in very indifferent times. RIP.

Deepest condolences to Fr Connolly’s family. Fr Connolly was a very spiritual man who will always be remembered with much gratitude by the parishioners of Castleknock.