RIP: Tributes paid to Leitrim man who will be 'greatly missed by everyone lucky to have known him'

Tributes have been paid following the death of a Leitrim man remembered for his “hard work, integrity and commitment.”

John Louis Reynolds of Cavan Eslinbridge, Mohill, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, following a short illness at Sligo University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

He is predeceased by his wife Rosemarie, their son Patrick, his sister Mary, and his parents, Louis and Elizabeth Reynolds.

John will be deeply missed by his loving sons David and Paul, his daughter Emma, extended family, neighbours, and friends.

Condolences have been shared on RIP.ie and social media in memory of John Louis. Eslin GAA paid tribute on Facebook:

“It is with great sadness and fond memories we learn the news of the passing of our dear friend and neighbour John Louis. John is fondly remembered by all those connected with our Club, and we extend our condolences to his family, especially his sons David and Paul, his daughter Emma, and the extended Reynolds Family.”

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John Louis represented Eslin GAA as a player and served in numerous officer roles. As a mark of respect, the club postponed all activities until further notice.

Many shared memories on RIP.ie. One wrote, “I had the pleasure of playing football with him and indeed against him many moons ago, and a knacky corner forward he was. He was one of nature’s true gentlemen, and it was always a pleasure to meet him and chat about things old and new.”

John Louis also served as chair of Eslin Community Centre. The centre’s association wrote on RIP.ie:

“John Louis was the chairperson of Eslin Community Centre for many years and made an immeasurable contribution to its development. His hard work, integrity, and commitment on behalf of the centre reflected the type of man he was. John was a proud Eslin man who sought to improve things for his community.”

A funeral mass for John Louis took place on Tuesday, March 31, at St Patrick’s Church in Mohill, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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Tributes continue to highlight his character: “John was funny and quick-witted, very humble and easy-going, and I have always thought the world of him,” one person said. 

Another added, “He was such a gentleman and will be greatly missed by everyone lucky enough to have known him. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace.”