Tributes pour in for 'dear friend and colleague' who was part of Carlow jewellers for almost 50 years

Tributes have been pouring in following the passing of Tom Brennan, who worked at a Carlow jeweller's for almost 50 years.

Tom Brennan of Ballyknockan, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow passed away peacefully in the “exceptional care” of the nurses and doctors of St. Vincent's Hospital, Dublin on August 8th.

“Tom will be sadly missed by his sisters Catherine and Tina, brothers Pat, Seamus, Johnny, Martin, Sam, Tony and Liam, his sisters in law, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours many friends and work colleagues from Douglas's Carlow,” the notice on RIP.ie states.

In a post on Facebook, Douglas Jeweller’s announced they are “heartbroken” by the passing of their “dear friend and colleague.”

“For an incredible 49 years, Tom was a very special part of Douglas Jewellers, working away quietly in the workshop behind the scenes. While he may not have been a familiar face to many of our customers, generations of Carlow families have benefited from Tom’s incredible skill, care and dedication. So much of the work that happened behind our doors over the years was thanks to Tom,” the post says.

“We will miss Tom more than words can say — his friendship, his laughter, his stories, and of course, our regular trips for his Lucozade, chips, sweets and Lotto tickets!” it concludes.

Tom’s funeral details will be announced at a later date.