Derek Bowen

The death has occurred of Derek Bowen of Johnstownbridge, Co. Kildare and Ballingaddy, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick, on September 18th 2024, after a short illness, in the tender and loving care of all the staff at House 1, Dunfirth Community for Autism, Johnstownbridge. Always remembered by his parents, Tom & Josephine, sister Sonya, brothers Roger and Garreth, his Dunfirth family, extended family, kind neighbours, and all who loved Derek and treated him with respect, empathy and patience.

May He Rest In Peace

A Mass of Remembrance will be held at St Patrick’s Church, Johnstownbridge, Co. Kildare (A83 TK35) this Friday, September 20th, at 2.30pm. Derek's funeral will arrive to St. Mary’s Church, Ballingaddy, Kilmallock (V35 F767) for Requiem Mass at 11am on Saturday, September 21st, followed by private cremation service.

House private. No flowers please, donations if desired to a charity of your choice.

Derek's Requiem Mass will be live streamed, link to follow.

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