William (Bill) Egar

Sincere condolences to all the Egar family. Back in the early seventies, in Bishopscourt, I remember crashing my bike really badly, going head over heels over the handlebars and ending up in hospital with a concussion. Bill picked me up and tried to help and was able to tell my parents (and me!) what had happened. Fifty plus year later I still remember his kindness.

My deepest sympathy to the Egar family on Bill’s sad passing.
I have fond memories of having served under Bill as his Legal Officer when he was Commanding Officer of the Irish Battalion in Lebanon in 1990. I had never met Bill prior to this. He was a committed and professional Officer and I thank him for his courtesy and kindness.

Our sincere sympathy to you Berna and all the Egar family on the sad passing of Bill. May he rest in peace.

Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on, and cherished memories never fade because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart, for as long as there is memory, they'll live on in the heart.

To Bill’s immediate family Steve, Bruce, Laura and their extended families and to his siblings Tony & Bernadette, Margaret and I want you all to know that we deeply share your grief. Please accept our sincere condolences and be assured that Bill is at peace and no doubt safe in Heaven with his beloved Rose Mary with whom we were very close friends while at UCC.

“Go mbeidh na h-Aingeail sna Flaithís ag fanacht le Bill” is an old Irish Blessing which translates to say “May the angels in Heaven be waiting for dearest Bill”.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam dílis.

My sincere condolences, to you, Bill was a good freind to me at the men’s shed, he listened when I was not feeling so good, I will remember him for that, may he rest in peace.

Sorry I am late as I was on hols at the time

Our sincere condolences to Bill's family on this sad occasion. Bill will be so sorely missed by his family, and the wide circle of friends and colleagues. So many of us were blessed to have known him, he was a wonderful example to those who worked with him.
May Bill rest in eternal peace.

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the death of your dear Dad.
He was a great neighbour and Community person.
He will always be with you ❤️

We in the Heritage Association which to express our condolences to the Egar and Coughlan families on the death of Bill We appreciated his support and interest in the publishing of our Book “The Mourneabbey Ambush “ May Bill rest in peace
John O Riordan Monee

Sincere condolences to the Egar family on the sad passing of Bill.
I didn't have the honour of serving with him, but crossed paths with him in Collins Barracks after he had retired.
I met him recently, when he arrived in for a lunch with former colleagues - he still had a kind word and a twinkle in the eye...!
RIP Bill.

Most sincere sympathy to Steve, Bruce and Laura and families on the death of your dear dad. May he rest in the peace of Paradise.

Sincere condolences to Tony and the extended Egar family on the loss of your bother. May He Rest in Peace. (Lislee Rd)

Sincere sympathies to all of the Egar family on the passing of Bill.
May he rest in peace.

Sincerest sympathy to all of Bills family , a passionate and educated rugby man , we went back a long way , he will be missed.

Sincere condolences Steve, Bruce, Laura and your families on the death of your Dad. Despite the distance and years that have passed since living in Bishopstown, I have so many happy memories of Bill.
Sending you all much love at this sad time.
May he rest in peace.

Sincere Condolences to the Egar Family on the passing of their Father Bill. My family are forever grateful to Bill and Rosemary when they kindly gave us the use of their apartment in Cairo when my mother was hospitalised with a stroke while on a visit to Egypt. My father, my brother Dominic and I were given full access to the apartment for over a week while trying to cope with my mother’s illness and arranging her repatriation. Their hospitality was selfless and generous and was hugely appreciated by myself and my father. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Tony and the wider Egar family on the loss of gentleman Bill.

To Steve, Bruce and Laura, I was so sad to hear of the passing of your dear father.
I served with Bill twice overseas and have very fond memories of both. First occasion was when I handed over Commander of Recee Company from 53 to 54 Inf Battalion UNIFIL and then when I was Chief Operations Officer of the 67 Inf Battalion under Bill's leadership. The 67 Inf Battalion took over a very difficult and volatile situation and turned it around under Bill's relaxed, confident and supporting style of leadership, which encouraged us all to function at our best. His unit's performance was recognised by UN Command and appreciated by the local population. Also the Unit wore a Red and White lanyard, and Cork won the double Hurling and Football that year, much to your dad's delight, but we cannot take the credit for that. I appreciate you mourn the loss of your Dad, but be proud, very proud of him. May he rest in peace. Enda Breslin Col (Retd)

Laura, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Our sympathies to you and all your family.

Sincere condolences to the Egar family on the loss of Bill, one of life's gentlemen.
May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Steve and all the Egar family, may Bill rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to the Egar family at this sad time. May Bill’s gentle soul rest in peace.

Heartfelt sympathy and sincere prayers to the Egar Family and to the extended Family members on the sad departure of Col. Bill to his Eternal Heavenly Reward. R.I.P.. Bill - always so friendly, welcoming, supportive and caring - forever a True Gentleman and Friend Supreme to many with a wonderful smile radiating great goodness, kindness, an inspiring strong Faith, humour, wit and sincerity...for whom Family was all-important.
Col. Bill was an Officer Supreme. It has been a great privilege to have known such a remarkable Ambassador for Ireland when he served abroad. Such a superbly approachable gentleman who when we arranged to meet at Mallow Library some years ago in the company of the late Sgt. Michael Kelly of Mallow provided such a magnificent Radio Interview and shared many photos and medals relating to his truly inspiring Army Career. He even surprised me by showing me an envelope which I had written in Calligraphy to his father many years ago and which he had preserved in his archive....such was the thoughtfulness of this remarkable Friend of so many. Another example of his supportive kindness were his phone calls as I recovered from a significant operation. May the gentle Soul of Bill rest in peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Deepest sympathies to Laura , Steve and Bruce and the extended family .May her rest in peace .

Anna Cole & Colm Cahill

My sincere condolences to the Egar family on the sad passing of Bill. An absolute Gentleman and it was an honour to have known and serve with him. A proud Corkman. Rest in peace Bill 🙏 🕊

Condolences to Steve and family on the sad passing of Bill may he rest in peace

Deepest sympathies and condolences to the Egar family, comrades and friends, on the sad passing of Bill. Bill has left a void that we will all find hard to fill, his leadership and friendship was invaluable. May Bill rest in eternal peace. Go dtugaí Dia sonas síoraí, agus leaba I measc na naomh dó, ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

To Laura, Steve ,Bruce and extended family.

Deepest sympathy on the passing of Bill,
one of nature’s gentlemen and a true leader.

R.I.P

It is very sad to learn of Billy's passing today. Billy and his brother Tony studied with and played rugby with my late father Stephen John Tobin during their school days at Rockwell college. That friendship continued throughout their adult life when Billy was stationed in Skibbereen. This led to my introduction to Billy as he coached me in the shot putt in the car park at our old pub in Corran, Leap. I am forever greatful to Billy for his discipline and for passing on his knowledge to me. My sincere sympathy to Billy's brother Tony and nephew Tim, who have kept the connection with our family and my extended sympathy to Billy's family at this difficult time. Sincerely, Ger Tobin, Ballincollig & formerly Corran, Leap, West Cork

My sincere sympathy to Tony and the extended Egar family. Bill oozed leadership both in uniform and on the playing field and was respected by all who served with him.
May He Rest in Peace

Condolences to Tony and to Billy's wider family. I have great 1950s Rockwell memories of Billy, from on and off the rugby field. The word gentleman says everything about him.

So sorry to have missed Bill's mass today (due to flooding).... fond memories of chatting with Bill before & after his few holes out here at Macroom GC... he was a fine solid man & great company. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

My condolences to the Egar family. I have fond memories of what a gentleman he was. He will be missed and remembered at our next outing.

Condolences to the Eager family i. served under Bill with the 45 inf btn, a gentleman and always time to talk about Rugby and ask about the lads in Young Munster. It was an honour to serve with you.R.I.P.

My condolences to Tony and to Bills family. You have lost a good man with whom I enjoyed working in the 2nd Brigade - a happy spot.
Solas na bhFlaitheas ar Bill.

To Steve, Bruce and Laura sincere condolences on the passing of your father Bill. I remember him calling to us with your gorgeous Mum, Rose Mary, in Skibbereen. In later years I would meet him on the sideline at Well matches. He always had great warmth and an easy smile. RIP

Our deepest condolences to Bill’s family and friends on their sad loss. Bill was a great player, friend and supporter to Skibbereen Rugby Club and will be sadly missed.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

To Steve, Bruce & Laura, Tony and all the Egar family, sincere condolences to you all on the passing of your Dad and brother. He was a gentleman and I always enjoyed bumping into him at many munster and ireland games over the years and when he would meet up with our Dad John. May Bill RIP.

Sincere sympathy to Bills family on his sad passing.He was my Commanding Officer with the 45th Inf Batt,Lebanon 1979.A true gentleman, rest in peace Bill.

Sincere condolences to Tony & the extended Egar family on the sad passing of Bill. We played together on a Munster School’s team in a famous victory over Ulster in Belfast. We remained good friends & it was always a pleasure to meet & chat with him. He will be sorely missed in the Well & on ‘car park’ duty at Musgrave Park. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

My Condolences to Bills Family on his passing RIP. He was a good friend and Comrade, Cyprus 1968. 4th Batt & First Field Transport. Derry Long

Sincere condolences to the Egar family on the sad passing of Bill
May he Rest in Peace.

Dearest Steve, Laura and Bruce. Evelyn, Sarah and Connor and all of you. My deepest, sincere condolences. I am so glad you had time to spend together before he slipped away. Bill always had time for me so I am so grateful for that.

I hope you can be reassured that he was ready to go to his resting place when he died.

I am praying for you all that you can cherish your wonderful memories with him.

God Bless x Grace

Deepest sympathy to all Bill's Family at this very sad and difficult time. May Bill's gentle soul rest in peace 🕊

Deepest condolences to Steve and the Egar family at this time, may Bill rest in peace.

Condolences to Steve and the rest of the Egar family, may Bill rest in peace

Steve, I'm so very sorry for the loss of your father.
May he rest in peace.

RIP Bill,
A giant of a leader in every respect! Sincere condolences to Tony and your immediate and extended family.
I was very fortunate to serve under you in Collins Barracks Cork and in Southern Lebanon.
We also shared many sporting and social highlights at your beloved Sundays Well RFC that will live long in the memory. "Away The Well"
Tom Griffin ex 1st Fld Sigs

Sincerest sympathies to the extended Egar family. Sorry Tony weather this morning prevented me from joining you all at Wilton

Very much missed for his kindness, understanding, friendship and many other wonderful things about him. Bill was a gentleman and a friend I was glad to know.

Sincere condolences to Steve, Evelyn, Sarah and Connor & the extended Egar family on the passing of Bill. May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences to Tony and the extended Egar family on the passing of Bill. May he RIP.

Condolences to Steve and family at this time, may Bill rest in peace.

Bill's service to his country and achievements as a sportsman will fittingly be the subject of many tributes over the coming days, but we knew him best as a neighbour and friend. His warm smile, upright bearing, confident presence and impeccable dress sense gave us all confidence and inspiration. A lover of music and singing, a fluent Irish speaker with an encyclopedic knowledge of Irish military history and the struggle for the Free State (in which his late father played such a prominent role), Bill was a stalwart of the “Keep Bishopscourt Green” campaign, standing firm when speculators threatened our green. Bill's interests were myriad. He always flew the appropriate flag from his top window when Cork, Munster or Ireland were competing, reminding us of who we are in a lovely way. If ever you needed sound advice, Bill was the man you turned to for a steady word and a good plan. Great company over a nice drink, he appreciated the craic that went with it. Now reunited with his beloved Rose Mary and all who have gone before him, Bill will be sadly missed by
us who were privileged to call him neighbour and friend. To Laura, Steve, Bruce and the entire Egar family, thank you for sharing Bill with us. Leaba i measc na Naomh go raibh aige.

Sincere condolences to the Egar family on the sad passing of Colonel Bill. A fine officer and colleague, and a much admired rugby player.

Sincerest condolences to all the extended Egar family on the passing of Bill. May he rest in peace

Our sincerest condolences Steve, Bruce and Laura. He was always cousin Bill to me and I remember with great fondness his advice and help in my younger years. We know he will be greatly missed by you all

Sincere sympthy to bernie tony and all the egar familys on the sad passing of billy great friends always in analeentha mourneabbey school many moons ago rip bill

Sincere condolences to Steve, Evelyn & the Egar family on the passing of your father may he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Steve, Bruce, Laura and family on passing of your lovely dad. Have many fond memories of Bill and Rosemary in Skibbereen and Bishopstown. Our kindest thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Rest in peace Bill. Padraig & Judith Sheehy (Walley)

A Time to Live and a Time to Die,
A time for us to say Goodbye
To Dearest Bill,with hearts of Love,
And pray you"re now with God Above xx