Dick Downey

Dick Downey, Clondarrig, Portlaoise – 17th January 2026

Passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Kathleen, and dearly loved father to Elaine, Caitriona, John and Richard, and cherished grandfather to all his grandchildren.

Deeply regretted by his loving family; sisters Lucy and Eileen; sons-in-law Jim and Noel; daughters-in-law Karen and Martina; in-laws, neighbours, relatives and friends. Predeceased by his parents Ellen and John, his brothers Michael and Johnny, and his sister Mary.

May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Keegan’s Funeral Home, Portlaoise, on Monday from 6.pm until 8 pm. with rosary at 7.30 pm. On Tuesday funeral arriving at St Fintans church Ballyfin for 11 am requiem mass. Interment will follow in Clondarrig Cemetery.

Mass may be viewed on Ballyfin Parish webcam https://www.mountrathparish.ie/Profile/ballyfin

House private please.