Kilcock, Kildare mourns passing of 'absolute gentleman'
Des Smyth, Kilcock, Co Kildare passed on August 9 2025
The community of Kilcock is mourning the passing of 'absolute gentleman', Des Smyth, who passed suddenly at Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown on August 9 2025.
Des (Kilcock and formerly of Straffan, Co. Kildare) is the beloved son of the late Martin & Teresa Smyth, Kilclonfert, Co. Offaly.
He is predeceased by his siblings Robert, Alice, Sean & Eugene.
Des will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Breda (O’Keeffe), son Shane, daughters Carina and Rosanne, daughter-in-law Nickie, son-in-law Mark, grandchildren Mairin, Oisín, Lucía, Donagh, Róisín & Riley, sisters Maureen & Eithne, brothers Silvester, Brendan, Larry & Raymond, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, neighbours & Poppy.
May He Rest In Peace
*Funeral arrangements to follow at a later date
For all enquiries, please contact Oliver Reilly Funeral Directors on (045) 868230
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Tributes paid to Des on RIP.ie this week include: “Our most sincere sympathy to Breda, Rosanne, Carina, Shane and all the extended family on the sad passing of Des, my wonderful neighbour and great friend. Des was an absolute gentleman and it was always an uplifting experience to spend jovial time in his cheerful and friendly company. Rest in Peace Des, amongst the Heavenly Choirs.”
And: “I have known Des for over 40 years and never saw him in bad humour. He was a good friend and a great laugh. That distinctive laugh may be silenced but it will not be forgotten.”
While another mourner wrote: “Our deepest condolences to Breda Rosanne Shane Carina and all of Des's extended family. May the happy memories you hold of him help you through this sad time.
May he rest in peace.”
And another added: “Our deepest sympathy and condolences to all Des's family at this very sad time, Des was a gentleman and a character with a laugh i dont think anyone will forget. Rest peacefully Des.”