Robertstown, Kildare mourns passing of prominent figure

The Robertstown Community in Kildare is mourning the recent passing of Maurice Musgrave, “an educator, a leader, and the true definition of a gentleman.”

Maurice, Coolagh, Kilmeague, Kildare and formerly Newcastle West, Limerick first arrived in the village some 50 years ago as a young teacher.

As Robertstown Tidy Towns outlined on a social media post, “over the decades, he became much more than that — he was a mentor, a guide, and an inspiration to generations. His devotion to both the school and the local football club was unwavering, and his deep commitment to community life touched countless lives.”

According to Robertstown Tidy Towns, Maurice consistently encouraged others, “instilling confidence and pride in all those fortunate enough to know him.”

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RCCA - Robertstown Community Amenities Association

RCCA – Robertstown Community Amenities Association, has been similarly glowing in its praise for Maurice, who has been hailed as a “pillar” of the Robertstown community.

RCCA posted online: “Every community needs its pillars to provide support and guidance, but Maurice was the very foundation on which ours was built. He was an educator, a leader, and the true definition of a gentleman. His legacy will live on and inspire generations to come.”

Maurice passed peacefully on September 25 last at home, surrounded by his loving family.

He is predeceased by his late wife Chriss, his son Mark and his sisters Kathleen and Mary.

Maurice will be forever loved and missed by his daughter Lorna, son Darragh, son in law Alec, daughters in law Sharon and Helena, adored grandchildren Jack, Andrew, Seán and Aodhán, sisters Betty and Anne, nephews and nieces, relatives, neighbours (especially Pamela, Bridie and the Swords family) and his wide circle of friends.

May Maurice Rest in Peace.

Funeral Arrangements Later.

TRIBUTES

Tributes paid to Maurice on RIP.ie include: “Darragh, Helena, Sean and Aodhan, we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Dad and Grandad and we are thinking of you all during this difficult time.”

And: “Sincere sympathies to our esteemed colleague Helena on the passing of your father-in-law Maurice and our deepest condolences to Darragh, Sean and Aodhan on the passing of your father and grandfather. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. RIP.”

While another mourner wrote: “Sincere condolences to all Maurice’s family at this difficult time. May the high esteem he was held in be of comfort to you all. May he now receive his eternal reward.”

And another added: “Saddened to hear of the passing of Maurice, condolences to all the Musgrave family. Maurice was a teacher, a leader and a man who got things done and most important a true gentleman. May he rest in peace.”