John Maguire

John Maguire, Sandyford, Dublin / Rathowen, Co. Westmeath. Peacefully, at home in the loving arms of his beloved wife Geraldine, after a short illness, Motor Neuron Disease, bravely borne. Predeceased by his cherished son Shane, his father Bartholomew and sister Teresa.

 

John will be forever loved and deeply missed by his devoted wife Geraldine, adored daughter Serena and son in law Mark, loving Mother Margaret, treasured grandchildren Grace, Dylan and Ruby. Sean, Ella and their mum Louise, his brothers Bart, Kevin and Dermot, sisters Margaret, Caroline and Valerie, brothers in law, sisters in law, extended family, neighbours and wide circle of friends.

 

John’s kind heart, quiet strength and intellectual brilliance will be fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. A true Gentleman.

 

Respected in life, lamented in death.

 

Reposing at his home on Saturday 30th August 2025 from 5pm until Sunday 31st August at 8pm. Funeral Mass will be held in St. Mary’s Church, Sandyford Village (D18 E5R8), on Monday 1st September at 11am, followed by burial in Kilternan Cemetery Park (D18 X22C).

 

For those who wish to view the Funeral Mass live, please click here.

 

The family wish to express their heartfelt gratitude to Professor Orla Hardiman and the MND team in Beaumont Hospital, Louise and her colleagues in the IMNDA, and Andrea, Paula and Eimear from the Primary Care Team in Leopardstown and his GP Aisling Tallon, for their exceptional care, kindness and support.

 

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the IMNDA.

 

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All enquiries to Massey Bros., Blackrock on (01) 280 4454.

 

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