James (Jim) O'Shaughnessy

O’Shaughnessy, Jim (James), late of Finglas and formerly of Rathkeale, Limerick. Retired Principal of St Finian’s Primary School, Finglas. Died 13th May 2025 (peacefully) at home in the loving care of his family, after a long illness borne with dignity and courage. Beloved husband of Mairead and devoted father of Niamh, Ciara, Darragh, Cian, Séamus and Conall. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving wife, daughters, sons; cherished grandchildren Holly, Luke, Donncha, April, Zoë, Fionn, Alfie, Lily and Emma; sisters-in-law Phyllis, Marie, Patsy, Aine and Rena, brothers-in-law Bernard, Jack and Raymond, nieces, nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends and neighbours.

Predeceased by his brother John, sisters Phyllis, Marian, Eleanor and Josie, brothers-in-law Pat, Maurice (Moss), John and Cliff.

May Jim Rest in Peace

Reposing at the Fanagan Kirwan Funeral Home, Church Street, Finglas, D11 P642 on Thursday afternoon (15th May) with family in attendance from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Funeral on Friday morning (16th May) to St Canice’s Church, Main Street, Finglas Village, D11 T97T arriving for 10 o’clock Requiem Mass. (Please note: Parking is free for the Funeral Mass). Funeral thereafter to Glasnevin Cemetery, D11 XA32. No flowers please. Donations if desired, in lieu, to St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown. (House strictly private)

"Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis."

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