RIP: Tributes paid to Kildare man fondly remembered as 'an absolute gent'

Tributes have poured in following the passing of Kilcock man, Alan Murray, Duncreevan, Kilcock, Co Kildare (formerly of the Mall, Ballyshannon, Co Donegal.)

Alan's remains will repose in Val and Caroline's house, Killeen, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal F94 X276 on Thursday from 4pm to 8pm with house private at all other times.

A one way traffic system will be in operation for the wake; entrance off the Belleek/Ballyshannon road onto the Killeen road and exit via Station road.

The remains will arrive in St. Patrick's Church, Ballyshannon on Friday for 12 noon Requiem Mass followed by interment in the Abbey. Assaroe Cemetery.

Family flowers only please.

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The Funeral Mass will be livestreamed on St. Patrick's Church page on

https://www.churchservices.tv/stpatricksballyshannon

Alan is forever loved and missed by son Christopher and partner Catriona, parents Aidan and Jean, brothers and sisters Brian (Della), Anita (Brian), Val (Caroline), Jeanette (Colin), niece, nephews Lorna, Ciaran, Aidan and Niall and all his close friends. Alan is predeceased by Christopher's mum Rachel Harper.

Tributes paid to Alan on RIP.ie include: “I am so saddened to hear of Alan's passing, he was the first person I met on my first Day at Cloverhill. From the beginning, he was kind, friendly, welcoming and always so helpful. The absolute nicest man you could meet, still in shock and disbelief at his passing. May he rest peacefully.”

And: “Kilcock GAA extends our heartfelt sympathies to the Murray family on the sad loss of Alan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.”

While another mourner wrote: “I am very sorry to hear of the tragic passing of Alan. He was always a warm and welcoming presence in Cloverhill Courthouse. My sincere condolences to the Murray family on their tragic loss. May Alan rest in peace.”

And another added: “Deepest sympathy to Jean, Aidan and family on Alan's passing.
May he rest in peace.”