Heartfelt tributes flood in for Louth neighbour who 'had a word and story for everyone'

One tribute came from a neighbor of the Carroll family, expressing deepest condolences and reminiscing about Patsy's decades-long presence in Mell: "Patsy was a neighbour of our family for over 50 years in Mell and was a great drinking buddy with my father Johnny Kerr back in the day. He was a very nice man who always had time for a chat. Patsy will be dearly missed. May he rest in peace."

Another tribute highlighted the warmth and care Patsy received from his siblings: "Lovely memories of Patsy sitting out in the sun in the summertime. Carrie, you were extremely good to your brother Patsy all through the years. May he rest in peace."

A former colleague remembered Patsy's time working at Carrolls of Killineer and the joy of reconnecting just weeks ago. "Sincere condolences to Carrie and Bernard and all the Carroll Family on the sad passing of Patsy. I met Patsy many years ago when he worked in Carrolls of Killineer. I recently visited him in Sunhill only a few weeks ago. It was wonderful to meet up with him again. He was a lovely gentle man, honest and caring, so friendly and loved talking about old times. May he have eternal rest."

Lastly, a friend reflected on the camaraderie shared with Patsy: "Sincere condolences to Carrie and Carroll family on Patsy’s passing. I have many happy memories of sharing Patsy’s company, be it at Louth matches in the '70s or over a pint in Gleesons."