The family of the late Joseph Stephens of Furbo, Galway, and Sonas Nursing Home, Roscommon, who died on the 27th of July 2024, would like to sincerely thank all those who sympathised with them on their great loss.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends and well-wishers who attended the reposal, funeral service, and burial, and who provided emotional and practical support during this difficult time. We are truly grateful to those who telephoned, emailed, travelled long distances, sent cards and messages of condolence, and made charitable donations.

A special word of thanks to the staff of Sonas Nursing Home, to the palliative care team, to the funeral directors, Pat & John; to Joe’s nephews and nieces in Roscommon especially Mela, Liam and Agnes; to his great friend, Eamon in Galway; to Deirdre and Sinead for their beautiful music; and to Fr. Michael for his lovely service.

To those who helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

The Month’s Mind Mass for Joe will be held on 1st September in Furbo Church (Séipeal Réalt na Mara) at 10am. All are welcome.