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Recent Death Notices

Frank Collins R.I.P.March 9, 2026

Frank Collins, Esker, Lucan. Peacefully at home. Beloved husband of the late Bernadette (Betty) and cherished and much-loved father of Johnny, Claire, Dorothy, Allan and Robert. Predeceased by his grandson Keith. Frank will be sadly missed by his loving sons, daughters, his thirteen grandchildren, his seven great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sister Pat, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Lucan on Friday evening (March 13th) between 6 pm and 8 pm. Removal on Saturday morning to St. Patrick’s Church, Esker, arriving for Requiem Mass at 10 am followed by burial in Esker Lawn Cemetery. Frank’s funeral Mass may be viewed online (live only) by following this LINK.

“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis”

Date of Death: Monday 9th. March 2026

Kathleen Bennett (née Keenan) R.I.P.March 10, 2026

Kathleen Bennett (née Keenan), Lucan and formerly of Enfield, Co. Meath. Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, in the wonderful care of the staff at St. Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown. Beloved wife of James and much loved mam of Ainsley, Suzanne, Lorna, Lesley, Cathy, Ashling and the late baby James. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband and children, grandchildren Abie, Dominic, Cillian, Leland, Finley and Noa, daughter-in-law Frances, brother Michael, sister Maureen, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and neighbours. Removal on Friday morning (March 13th) to St. Patrick’s Church, Esker arriving for Requiem Mass at 10am followed by cremation in Newlands Cross Crematorium (due 12.30pm). Kathleen’s Funeral Mass may be viewed online (live only) by following this LINK. The Cremation Service may also be viewed (live only) by following this LINK. Family flowers only, please, donations if desired to St. Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown.

“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis”

Date of Death: Tuesday 10th. March 2026

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