RIP: Tributes paid to Kildare man who passed this week
Peter Conran, Naas, Kildare passed on June 24 2026
Tributes have been paid to Comdt Peter Conran (Rtd) - Naas, Co. Kildare and formerly Corbally, Limerick - who passed peacefully at home on June 24 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a short illness, courageously fought.
Peter – remembered as “a superb sportsman, professional, Army colleague and a valued friend” - will be forever loved and greatly missed by his heartbroken wife Janet, adoring children Sinéad (Geraghty), Eoghan and Róisín, his cherished grandchildren Ella, Sophie, Kate, Finn, Oliver, Max, Tadhg and Jack, sons-in-law John and Tom, Eoghan's fiancée Annmarie, his twin brother Ger and his brothers and sisters Pat, Mary, Sheila and Eileen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Peter is predeceased by his parents Larry and Maureen, brother Laurence and sister Kathleen.
May he rest in peace
Peter will be reposing at his home on Friday (June 26) from 4pm to 7pm with prayers at 6:30pm. Funeral on Saturday (June 27) with Requiem Mass at 10am at the Church of the Irish Martyrs, Ballycane, Naas, followed by burial at St. Corban's Cemetery, Naas.
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Funeral service: https://www.naasparish.ie/our-parish/ballycane-webcam/
Tributes paid to Peter on RIP.ie include: “It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of my colleague and friend. Over the last two and a half years, it has been a genuine pleasure to work alongside him and to have had the privilege of knowing him. He was a truly beautiful soul — warm, kind, friendly, and always welcoming. His positive spirit and genuine care for others made a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to cross his path. He had a remarkable way of making people feel valued, and his presence brought light and warmth to the workplace. The impact he had on my life, both personally and professionally, will stay with me for years to come. I am grateful for the memories, conversations, and friendship we shared. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered. My heartfelt condolences go out to Janet and all of Pete's family, friends, and all who knew and loved him. May he rest in peace.”
And: “Sincere condolences to Sinèad John Ella Sophie Kate and Finn and all the family on your sad loss. May Mr. Conran rest in eternal peace.”
While another mourner wrote: “Sincerest condolences to Janet and all of Peter's family on the sad passing of Peter. Pete was a wonderful guy. As well as being a loyal family man Pete was a superb sportsman, professional, Army colleague and a valued friend. He will be a huge loss to so many. May Peter Rest in Peace.”
And another added: “Heartbroken for you all. I have an everlasting memory of Peter from his schooldays when he would meet with Janet and his broad smile could be seen from a long distance of his sheer love for her. Rest in Peace Peter.”