Tributes paid to Kilcock, Kildare man who passed recently

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a Kilcock, Kildare man who passed last weekend.

Edward (Eddie) Coonan passed peacefully in Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, after a brief stay following a long illness.

Predeceased by his brother Willie and his brother-in-law Allen.

Beloved husband of Nancy, loving father of Richard and Anne-Marie, father-in-law of Vanessa and Pádraig.

Adored grandfather of Jessica, Isabelle, Dalton and Beth, who were his great joy. Loved by his sister Marie, sister-in-law Mary, and all his extended family, neighbours and many friends.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

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Edward will be reposing at his family home, Clonsast, Kilcock, (W23 WRW1) on Tuesday October 14 from 4pm to 7pm. 

The removal will be held on Wednesday, arriving to St. Coca’s Church, Kilcock, (W23 Y566) for funeral Mass at 12 noon, followed thereafter by burial at Mainham Cemetery, Clongowes, Co. Kildare.

Suggesting donations instead of flowers to Irish Cancer Society.

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Funeral service: https://www.kilcockandnewtownparish.ie/webcam/

Donations in lieu of flowers to Irish Cancer Society in Memory of Edward (Eddie) Coonan: https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/EE86842718/donate.html

Tributes paid to Edward on RIP.ie include:

“Our deepest sympathy to all the Coonan family on the sad passing of Eddie. For many years, Eddie was such a dependable volunteer with the Meals on Wheels project. His lovely relaxed attitude put people at ease. He always made time to sit and chat over a cup of coffee and to sort the issues of the day, both near and far. We will greatly miss his kindness and the pleasure of his company. May the light of Heaven shine upon him.”

And: “So sad to hear of Eddie's passing. Sincere sympathies to Nancy, Richard, Anne Marie
and the extended families. In 1963 i joined North Kildare Rugby Club Eddie was club Captain that year. He was a real gentleman. May he rest in peace.”

While another mourner wrote: “We are saddened to hear of the passing of Eddie a dear friend and work colleague of many years ago. Our deepest sympathy to Nancy and Family.
May Eddie rest in peace.”

And another added: “Dear Nancy, Richard and Ann Marie, I was so sad to hear of the death of your beloved husband and dad. It’s been a long time now since we met but my memories of you all are vivid from our Kilglyn years. Eddie was a lovely man - warm friendly welcoming. There is now a huge hole in your lives. No words can ease your pain at this terrible time. Rest in peace Eddie.”