RIP: ’Such a lovely, kind, charming person’- Popular Limerick man is laid to rest
The popular man was a valued member at Castletroy Golf Club, where he dedicated both his time and talents
TRIBUTES have come pouring in for a popular Limerick electrical contractor who has been described as “one of nature’s gentlemen” following his sad passing.
Anthony (Tony) Clancy, late of Mill Road, Corbally, died peacefully at University Hospital Limerick on October 13 after a short illness. During this time, he was comforted by his loving family.
Tony, who was a valued member at Castletroy Golf Club where he dedicated both his time and talents, is predeceased by his beloved wife Miriam and sisters, Rita and May.
According to his death notice, the late man “leaves behind cherished memories for his daughter Suzanne, son Noel, grandchildren Aidan and Ben, daughter-in-law Mary, his partner Ruth, sisters Patsy and Frances, sister-in-law Anna, brothers-in-law Maurice and John, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.”
Family members, friends and golfing companions took to RIP.ie and expressed their sympathies to the Clancy family.
One person wrote: “One of nature’s gentlemen, always a pleasure to meet and chat with, sadly no more. Rest in peace Tony.”
A family member stated: “Rest in peace Uncle Tony. I will continue our breakfast meetings in Limerick alone till we meet again. Sincere condolences to Noel and Suzanne from Mom and I.”
While an old friend commented: “Dear Noel and Mary and family, thinking of you at this very sad time. I had the pleasure of spending time with your dad Tony back in the day and he was such a lovely, kind, charming person. May he rest in peace and see you all soon.”
Staff at Dempsey’s Pharmacy, located at Parnell Street in Limerick city, said: “It is with sincere sadness that we were informed of the passing of Anthony, may he forever rest in peace. He was a gentleman to the core and our prayers are with his loved ones at this difficult time.”
A fellow golfer also stated: “Saddened to learn of Tony’s passing. Always a jovial golfing companion. Our condolences to the Clancy family. May he rest in peace.”
Tony reposed at Griffin’s Funeral Home in John’s Gate on Friday, October 16, which was followed by removal to St Mary’s Church, Athlunkard Street.
Requiem Mass took place on Saturday, October 17, with the popular man’s funeral afterwards. He was laid to rest in Mount Saint Oliver Cemetery.
May he rest in peace.