Galway business pay tribute after sad death of worker
His family added that they would like to ‘express their gratitude to their extended family, neighbours and friends for all their kindness and support at this very sad time’
A Galway business has paid tribute to one of its ex-workers following their sad death this week.
Ballinasloe native Gerry Hawkins died on Saturday following a battle with illness.
‘Sid’, as he was known to friends and colleagues, worked at Walsh Waste and Recycling for many years with the company extending their condolences to his family.
In a statement, the company said of the dad-of-two: “It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our former colleague, Gerry (Sid) Hawkins.
“Gerry was a valued member of the Walsh Waste & Recycling team for many years and will be fondly remembered by his former colleagues and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
“Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Gerry’s wife Margaret, his children Damien and Corina, his grandchildren, extended family and friends during this difficult time. May Gerry Rest in Peace.”
Gerry's family added that they would like to “express their gratitude to their extended family, neighbours and friends for all their kindness and support at this very sad time”.
Gerry will repose in Aras Mhuire, New Inn on Tuesday October 20 from 5pm to 7pm followed by mass on Wednesday at St Killian’s Church at 2pm with burial after in Grange cemetery.
His RIP.ie notice reads: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gerry, who passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the exceptional care of PUH, following an illness borne with immense strength and dignity.
He is predeceased by his beloved father Vincent and mother Nora. Gerry will be sadly missed by his wife and best friend Margaret, son Damien (Sandra), daughter Corina, grandchildren Amy, Stephen, Kayla, Vinny and Sennan, sister Betty (Dave), brothers Declan (Bernie) and Killian, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, neighbours and wide circle of friends.”