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The death has occurred of
Fergus McCabe
Marking the passing and celebrating the life of social worker and community activist Fergus Mc Cabe, who died yesterday, 8th October 2020, suddenly and without pain after a long illness. Sadly missed by his wife Helena, children Ella, Kathy and Eoin and their spouses Ciara and Edward, grandchildren Poppy, Isabel and Cara, brother Dermot, sister Bríd, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends across the voluntary, community, and statutory sectors, in the inner city and abroad, in Belvedere FC and, of course, the NYP.
Committed to social justice and equality, Fergus supported and saw the potential of all young people, developed others through sport and music, and brought his family and community so much joy.
Hope over cynicism
Prevention over cure
Humanity over dogma
And Spurs over everything!
Private Funeral Ceremony due to government guidelines regarding gatherings. Those who would have liked to attend and be part of his last farewell are welcome to stand along the Funeral cortège route between the Kirwan Funeral Home, Fairview Strand (departing at 2.10pm on Monday, 12th October) and Glasnevin Crematorium, via Summerhill Parade and his home.
The family invite you to join the livestream of Fergus's Funeral Service at 3pm on Monday by clicking the following link;
In lieu of flowers or donations please help a friend in need in Fergus’ memory.
Date Published:
Friday 9th October 2020
Date of Death:
Thursday 8th October 2020