Tributes paid to late retired Lieutenant Colonel who served in Kildare

Tributes have been paid to the memory of a retired Lieutenant Colonel who previously served in County Kildare.

James (Jim) McNamara Lt Col Retd passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on Monday, August 18 last.

A number of condolence messages have been written on RIP.ie in the late James' memory.

Ciara, Ed and Devin wrote: "Ronan, Finola, Eadaoin and Clare, condolences on the loss of your Dad.

"We will miss his constant presence in Ashfield. I always enjoyed our chats and the updates on you all."

Another user, Gerry Cooney, wrote: "Sincere condolences to Éadaoin, Finola and the extended McNamara family on Jim's sad passing.

"He was an officer and a gentleman.

"My thoughts are with you at this time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis."

In addition, Hugh O'Donovan of the Army and Cork Constitution wrote: "Rest in peace Jim.

"Fond memories of Army Rugby Football encounters and stories shared."

Lastly, Don (and Ann) O'Keefe wrote the following about the late James: "We are very saddened to learn of Jim's death and offer our sincere sympathy to his extended family.

"I have very vivid memory of the 'pep talk' that Jim, as Curragh Chairman, gave me when I took over as Coach.

"Never forgotten."

DEATH NOTICE

The death has occurred of James (Jim) McNamara Lt Col Retd

Ashfield Park, Naas, Kildare / The Curragh, Kildare / Limerick

August 18, 2025. Jim passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his wife Maureen (née Kelly), cherished grandson Ruadhán, his parents Joseph and Rose and brother Eric.

Very deeply regretted by his son Ronan, daughters Finola, Éadaoin and Clare, daughter-in-law Lynn, sons-in-law, Nick, Eamon and Niall, grandchildren Eoin, James, Joseph, Eleanore Rose, Jack, Ciara, Máirín, Fionn, Oisín, Ríona, Sadhbh and Conall.

Jim will be missed by his close friend Helen, his Defence Forces comrades, neighbours and his many friends.

The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude for the care, compassion and dignity shown to Jim by the staff at Curragh Lawns Nursing Home. 

May Jim Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Anderson and Leahy's Funeral Home, Henry Street, Newbridge, Eircode W12 W584 on Thursday from 4pm with prayers at 7pm.

Removal on Friday morning at 10.30am to arrive at St Brigid's Church, The Curragh for Mass at 11am, which can be viewed on https://www.facebook.com/TheCurraghChurch/.

Burial afterwards in St Conleth's Cemetery, Newbridge.

Family flowers only please.

Donations if desired to the Irish Cancer Society.

Donation box in Church.

Funeral home private on Friday morning please.