RIP: Leitrim man remembered as 'a knowledgeable, wise and steadying influence'
Fond tributes are being paid to Robert McNabb of Summerhill, Carrick-on-Shannon, following his passing on Tuesday, June 16.
Tributes are being paid to a Leitrim man who has been remembered as “a true gentleman who was always a pleasure to meet.”
Robert McNabb of Summerhill, Carrick-on-Shannon, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, at Sligo University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Robert was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Molly, and will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Betty, son Ronan, daughter Caroline, sisters Mary Gill and Cecilia Williams, brothers Dermot, Ronan and Fergus, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
Condolences have been shared on RIP.ie, with many people reflecting on Robert’s character and the lasting impression he made on those who knew him.
“I have great memories of my time working with Robert. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him,” one person said.
“Robert was a gentleman, a knowledgeable, wise and steadying influence on those around him. He’s gone to his eternal reward,” another wrote.
“Always a gentleman, he was one of Carrick's finest and will be greatly missed by our community,” another tribute said.
“He was a true gentleman and will be very much missed by the Carrick-on-Shannon community and beyond,” read another message.
Mass of Christian Burial took place on Friday, June 19, in St. Mary’s Church, Carrick-on-Shannon, followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Additional tributes described Robert as “so helpful and friendly”, adding that he “will certainly be missed by his family and the community.”
Another recalled: “When I joined the Fire Service in Carrick-on-Shannon in 1984, Robert was Sub Officer with the Brigade. Robert was a brilliant fire officer, a friend and a mentor.
“I served with Sligo fire service after leaving Carrick and I was always guided by Robert's advice. Robert was a gentleman and a special person.”