Funeral arrangements announced following tragic truck incident in Carlow

The death has occurred of Rick Johannes Callanan of Bennekerry, Carlow.

Rick passed away unexpectedly, on 16th August 2023 after falling from a truck in County Carlow.

The fatal road traffic incident occurred at approximately 1.30pm this Wednesday in the College Green area of Carlow town.

Beloved son of Roger (Vincent) and Lily, much loved brother of Shane, Dennis, René, Darren and David and cherished grandson of Anne, Tiny and the late Phil and Hans.

He will be sadly missed by his loving parents, his “band of brothers”, sister-in-law Emma, aunts, uncles, step-grandfather Joop, godson Rory, relatives and his many friends and colleagues.

May Rick Rest In Peace

Reposing at Carpenter Bros Funeral Home, Barrack St., Carlow, on Sunday and Monday from 5pm concluding with Prayers at 7pm both evenings.

Removal on Tuesday at 10.30a.m to The Holy Family Church, Askea arriving for Funeral Mass at 11a.m.

Funeral afterwards to Bennekerry Cemetery for burial.

Rick's Funeral Mass can be viewed on The Holy Family Church, Askea, online streaming service HERE.

As a mark of respect for their colleague, Ray Whelan offices will close on Tuesday 22nd August. Collections will be one day later than usual.

If you would like to leave a personal message of condolence, you may do so on RIP.ie