Ben’s wife Jackie, his brothers, sisters & extended family wish to express their sincere thanks to everyone who sympathised with them during their recent sad loss. Thanks to those who visited Ben’s home, attended his removal, funeral Mass & burial, sent Mass cards & floral tributes & all who phoned, wrote & travelled long distances to offer sympathy & support.

Special thanks to Dr. Anne Marie O’Farrell for her great care over the years, to the Daffodil Nurse Pat Tyrrell who was so kind & to the palliative care nurses & home care team who helped out during Ben’s final two weeks.

Thank you to Fr Tom Coughlan & Fr David Brough for their prayers, their comforting guidance & lovely funeral Mass & to Michael Flood & Patricia Kavanagh for their fabulous music.

Our heartfelt thanks to Ciara for writing & delivering such a touching tribute to Ben, it was a brave & beautiful thing to do.

A very special thank you to Brendan Dillon whose skill & craftmanship helped create a coffin that would make any fisherman proud. We will never forget all you did for us.

Thank you also to Bill & Joe from RSS for tending to the grave & to all at John Sweeney & Sons Funeral Directors.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation.