Tributes paid for Carlow man who had 'a positive outlook and wit' following his passing

Tributes paid following the passing of John Nelson of Rathfarnham, D14 and formerly of Ballyconnell, County Carlow.

John passed away in his 93rd year surrounded by his loving gamily in the care of the wonderful staff at the Blackrock Clinic.

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Beloved husband of Gretta, loving and much-loved father of John, June, Gary and Eoghan. John will be forever loved and dearly missed by his wife and family, son-in-law Jimmy, daughters-in-law Susan and Ruth, Gary’s fiancé Deirdre, his adored grandchildren Emma, Stefan, Pamela, Darragh, Kirsten, Kate, Joy, Zara and Alex, his three great-granddaughters Molly, Rosie and Sofia, extended family, relatives and friends.

Tributes have been paid on the condolences section of Rip.ie and read as follows:

"Sincere condolences to you Gary ,to your Mom and to your siblings on the sad passing of your Dad.

While only meeting him on some rare occasions I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, especially his positive outlook ,his wit and his obvious business acumen.

May he rest in peace."

Another reads: "Sincere sympathy to you Gretta and your family on the passing of John. Fond memories of our chats remembering my Parents and your visits to Gould . May you rest in peace"

A third user writes: "Our sincere condolences on your Dads passing. What an amazing gentleman he was. Many fond memories of himself and your mom calling into see Patt & Ted chatting no end around the kitchen table. Sending you all our love at this very hard time."

Funeral Arrangements

Reposing at Massey Bros Funeral Home, Templeogue Village this Thursday evening from 4 pm – 6 pm. Removal on Friday morning to the Church of the Holy Spirit, Ballyroan arriving for 10 am Requiem Mass followed by burial in Kilmashogue Cemetery.

To view the Funeral Mass, please click here.

Family flowers only, donations, if desired, to St. Vincent de Paul.