RIP: Fond tributes paid to Leitrim man remembered as ‘so easy to love’
John Kelly of Carrick-on-Shannon has been remembered as a kind and peaceful man following his passing in his 98th year.
A flood of tributes has been paid to a Leitrim man who passed away in his 98th year, remembered as a peaceful and inspirational figure.
John Kelly of Drummagh, Carrick-on-Shannon, died peacefully on Thursday, May 14 in the care of doctors, nurses and staff at Sligo University Hospital.
He was predeceased by his wife Una. John is deeply regretted and sadly missed by his brother Leo (Glengariff, Cork), nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours, carers and close friends.
Tributes shared on RIP.ie reflect the high regard in which he was held. “He was sharp, independent and deeply grounded in his faith. He was truly one of life’s gentlemen, kind, thoughtful and dignified. I will always remember our conversations and the warmth of his company,” one message said.
Another tribute stated, “A wonderful neighbour who showed immense kindness to us since we came to live here. He was an inspiration to all who knew him.” Others remembered him fondly, saying, “John a kind peaceful man always a gentle nod and smile. John would see the sun rays through the rain.”
“He was an absolute gentleman in the truest meaning of the word. He was a man of great faith and attended mass in St. Mary's Church virtually every day. If ever a person deserved to go to heaven, it was John,” another condolence read.
John’s Mass of Christian burial took place on Monday, May 18 in St Mary’s Church, Carrick-on-Shannon, followed by burial in St Mary’s Cemetery.
Further tributes continued to highlight his character. “He was such a beautiful person, so holy and genuine and his friendly smile. A true saint.”
Another person shared, “John was also my friend and I will forever cherish our friendship and the beautiful times we spent beside his fireplace talking. John was so easy to love, truly a gentlemen and a person who I admired. I will miss John so much.”
A final tribute added, “He was a man of great faith and gave generously of his time to St Mary's Church.”