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Retired teacher Portlaoise Vocational School. Beloved husband and best friend of Kathleen. Dearly loved dad to Fionán, Sinéad, Billy and Karen. Cherished grandfather to Holly, Hazel, Clodagh, Aoibhinn, Isabelle and Oliver. Predeceased by his brother Séan and sister Nuala. He will be sadly missed by his sister Anne, brothers Pat and Tom, son-in-law Colin, daughters-in-law Caroline and Hilary, Karens partner James, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and his very wide circle of friends.
Given the current exceptional circumstances and to protect the welfare of everyone who knew William, a private funeral, with immediate family only, will take place at The Heath Church at 12 noon on Friday the 13th of November. The funeral Mass will be streamed live via webcam by going directly to portlaoise parish Facebook page.
Burial will follow in adjoining cemetery.
The funeral cortège will travel from the crossroads at The Heath, along the Heath Road, to the Heath Church. Those who wish to come out to pay their respects can do so along the route, maintaining a safe social distance.
Personal messages of condolence for the family may be left on the condolences page below. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, to the Childhood Cancer Foundation at www.childhoodcancer.ie
The family thank you for your cooperation, understanding and support during this sensitive time.
Date Published:
Tuesday 10th November 2020
Date of Death:
Friday 6th November 2020
