RIP: Tributes paid to 'funny, kind, and truly genuine' Carlow man following sad passing

Tributes have poured in following the sad death of Carlow man Tadhg O'Shea, who has been described as "a truly kind soul" and "a treasured friend".

Tadhg O’Shea, late of Glasnevin, Dublin 11 and Iona Drive, Rathnapish, Carlow, died peacefully on Sunday October 12, 2025, in Connolly Hospital, Dublin, after a brave and hard-fought battle with illness, with family and friends by his side.

Tadhg will be deeply missed by his parents Sean and Patricia, sisters Colette and Jacinta, brother Gus, nieces Ciara and Katie, nephew Max, brother-in-law, Jimmy, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

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Heartfelt condolences have been left on RIP.ie, from those who knew and fondly remembered Tadgh, with one mourner writing,

"Deepest sympathy to all the extended O'Shea family on the very sad passing of Tadhg. A quiet, unassuming, gentle person whom I remember from my days in Rathnapish and St. Mary's academy. He was a pleasure to meet, and always had time to stop and chat. I am sure that his passing will leave a void in many people's lives."

Another said,

"I was deeply saddened to hear of Tadhg’s passing. He was such a lovely and friendly person, and he always had a way of making everyone smile. I’ll always remember his warmth and good humour. My heartfelt condolences to his parents, especially his beloved mother Mrs O'Shea and his siblings, relations and friends at this very difficult time."

While another simply said,

"Our sincere sympathies to all Tadhg's family. We'll remember and treasure Tadhg as a true, wise, fun and kind friend, a real gentleman, and such a strong person. May he rest in peace."

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Funeral Arrangements

Reposing in R. Healy & Son Funeral Home Pollerton Castle, Carlow (R93 H308) on Wednesday evening, October 15 from 4.30pm to 7.30pm.

Funeral Mass on Thursday morning at 11am in the Church of the Holy Family, Askea (R93 AE39). Burial afterwards in St. Mary’s Cemetery.