Tributes paid to local Carlow man of 'Great kindness and Generosity'

Tributes have been paid following the death of Robert Gillespie of County Carlow.

Robert based away after a short illness under the great care of all the medical and nursing staff at Beacon Hospital on Monday 3rd June 2024.

Much loved husband of Lindsay, loving father of Trevor, Fiona and Alison. Devoted and proud Dadad of Lara, Saul, Bobbi, Cody, Polly, Pippa and Reuben. Dearest father-in-law of Patrick and Mark and Trevor’s partner Claire. Beloved brother of Arthur and his pre-deceased sister Carol and brother John. Loving son of the late Norman and Eileen Gillespie. Robert will be sadly missed by his brothers in law, sisters in law, extended family and amazing friends.

Tributes have been on the condolences section of Rip.ie and read as follows: "Rob, you were a good buddy, a true gentleman of great kindness and generosity and, on the cricket pitch, impossible to get out. You were also a lucky man to have had Lindsay and three grand children who cared for you so much. You will be missed but not forgotten."

Another reads: "Dear Lindsay, Fiona, Trevor and Alison, we are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Robert so fondly. Thinking of you all especially as you get through these next few days. Lots of love to you all. Rest in peace Robert."

A third tribute reads: "Dear Lindsay, Fiona, Trevor and Alison, we are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Robert so fondly. Thinking of you all especially as you get through these next few days. Lots of love to you all. Rest in peace Robert."

Funeral Arrangements

Reposing at home in Shetland, Ballyhide, Carlow, R93 V0C8 on Wednesday, 5th June, from 4pm - 7.30pm concluding with prayers. Funeral service on Thursday, 6th June, at 3pm at St Mary’s, Church St, Carlow, R93YW77. Cremation (family only) on Friday.

No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Éist Cancer Support Centre, Carlow.