'A true diamond' - Tributes pour in following sudden death of father of three from Tipperary

Tributes have poured in following the sad and untimely death of beloved father of three, Michael Collins, from Clonaslee & Hawthorns, Nenagh, Tipperary.

Michael passed away suddenly at home on May 10, 2024, and will be sadly missed by his loving daughters Saoirse, Ciara & Maebh and their mother Siobhain, his parents Mary & David, his siblings Mairead, Denis, Nora, Ann, David, Mary Rose, Peter & Theresa, aunt Betty, uncles Denis Patrick & Michael, sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces and nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Heartfelt condolences have been left on RIP.ie from those who knew and remembered Michael, with one mourner writing,

"We first met Mike when he worked with my late husband in Lidl. Mike was a wonderful kind compassionate man always.

Deepest sympathy to all those who mourn his sad passing, may you be surrounded by love and support and may Mike rest peacefully."

Another wrote,

"Deepest condolences to the Collins family on the very sad passing of Michael. Michael cared for my son Kyle in Enable Ireland and he wad a true diamond. He had a heart of gold always a kind word and a listening ear always putting others before himself. A true gentleman. Kyle was blessed to have Michael in his life and will treasure all the wonderful memories. We will miss Michael very much and keep him in our hearts and thoughts . May God give his family the strength to face the days ahead and may Michael rest in eternal peace in Heaven."

While another wrote,

"My deepest condolences to all the family on the passing of your lovely Michael. I knew him from random encounters while having coffee in Nenagh. Although largely strangers we had quite a few chats. It was obvious to me Michael has a deep soul and an unassuming character. A non attention seeking person searching to help others in a quiet manner. So sorry for your loss. May Michael rest in peace."

Funeral Arrangements

Reposing at Ryan’s Funeral Home, Nenagh today, Wednesday, from 6pm to 8pm.

His remains will arrive at St. Mary's of the Rosary Church, Nenagh on Thursday for requiem mass at 11am, followed by burial in Monsea Cemetery, Ballycommon.

Livestream details on nenaghparish.ie