RIP: Tributes paid to much loved Kildare man

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a much loved Allenwood, Kildare man who passed this week.

Christopher (Christy) Brereton, Allenwood South, Allenwood, Kildare passed away suddenly but peacefully at Naas Hospital surrounded by his loving family on November 10 2026.

Christy is predeceased by his parents Patrick and Kate, and his brothers Paud, Peter, and Tom.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his beloved wife Mary, and his loving children Pat, Chris, Harry, Helen, James and Susan.

Also sadly missed by his brother Seamus, sisters Lily and Mary, his cherished 11 grandchildren and great-grandchild, son in law and daughters in law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours, and many friends.

A very proud Allenwood man, now safely home. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

May Christy Rest in Peace.

Christy will be reposing at The Chapel of Rest to the rear of Allenwood Church on Thursday evening from 4pm concluding with prayers at 7pm.The removal will take place from his family home by Glennons Funeral Directors on Friday morning to arrive at The Church Of The Immaculate Conception, Allenwood for Requiem Mass at 12 midday.Burial afterwards in Allen Cemetery.House Private at all times please.

Tributes paid to Christy on RIP.ie include the following: “Sad to see that Christy has passed, a really talented musician. Happy memories of Sunday nights in Ballagh in 'the good old days gone by'. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace. Condolences to all the family.”

And: “Deepest sympathy to the Brereton family on the passing of Christy, may he rest in peace.”

While another mourner wrote: “Deepest condolences to Mary and all the Brereton family. Many fond memories of Christy. May the light of heaven shine on him.”

And another added: “Deepest sympathy to the Brereton family on the death of Christy.May he Rest in Peace.”