Covid-19: Lives Lost

Ann’s husband remembers his ‘soulmate’ as a ‘lovely, loving and gorgeous woman’

Bray native’s life revolved around his close and extended family

A dedicated family man, Sean was ‘precious to all of us and all his extended family’

‘Covid was a blessing for Sheamus,’ says wife Catherine, of her beloved husband who had dementia

She was the ‘glue’ that bound her family and will be missed by many around Templeogue

Devoted family man was awaiting birth of first grandchild when he became ill

Kildare native, who died two days after her 92nd birthday, is recalled as a ‘great mother’

The Dublin man could fill a room with the warmth of his personality, his son recalls

The Mayoman began his career with ESB ‘putting the light’ into rural areas

The Dubliner was born into a political family before making a new life in Waterford

Alan lived a full and varied life, but he put his family above all else

The Portlaoise publican knew tragedy but loved life and was an inspirational mother

Kildare woman is remembered as a keen writer and for her generous charity work

Tyrone priest spent more than a decade in Nigeria after he was ordained in 1955

Limerick man took great pride in his family and home county’s sporting achievements

After being diagnosed with dyslexia, she made sure her children valued education

He was the embodiment of ‘Dad’s taxi’, ferrying his two sons and two daughters around

Former lorry driver loved his family dearly and enjoyed gardening

‘Mr D’ worked his way up from porter to general manger of the Dublin institution

Resilient mother of three endured hardship and returned to education in adulthood