TRIBUTES have poured in for a “dearly loved” man after he passed away “unexpectedly”.
Kieran O’Connell, from Crosshaven in Co Cork, died on December 27 at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York in the US after suffering a brief illness.
The young man’s death notice states he is the “dearly loved” son of Barry (Finbarr) and Elizabeth and “much loved” brother of Cillian.
It adds: “Sadly missed by his loving parents, brother, aunts, uncles, sister-in-law Michelle, cousins, relatives and many friends.”
Kieran’s funeral mass will take place at 11am on Thursday, January 9 in St Brigid’s Church in Crosshaven and he will be buried in St Patrick’s Cemetery in the town afterwards.
The family have requested house private.
A number of people left their condolences for Kieran after his sad passing.
One mourner wrote: “I had the pleasure of knowing Kieran in primary school.
“My thoughts and prayers go out to him and all his family, in this difficult time. May he rest in peace.”
Another said: “Sincere condolences to Kieran’s family.
“I met Kieran when at DCU many years ago and stayed in touch ever since.
“He was a warm, generous, caring and fun-loving person, with a wonderful sense of humour.
“He left a significant mark on this world and will be sorely missed.
“Shocked and sadden to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace.”
Another person posted: “I was deeply shocked and heartbroken to hear about Kieran’s sudden passing.
“Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this incredibly difficult time.
“Kieran was a truly special and a kind person who touched so many lives with his warmth, sense of humor and love.
“I feel blessed to have known him and I will always cherish the memories we shared.
“My deepest condolences and may he rest in peace.”
A friend added: “Sending my sincere condolences to Kieran’s family. I’m so sad to hear of his passing.
“He was such a kind soul and a lovely friend.
“I have great memories with him from Cork and in NY.
“He will be missed. Rest in peace Kieran xx”
And another friend said: “Elizabeth, Barry, Cillian & family, thank you for gifting Kieran to the world.
“He is so loved and will be very missed by all who have had the pleasure to meet him.
“Kieran didn’t waste one minute of his too-short life.
“Generous, kind-hearted and deeply concerned with the well-being of others, he will live on in the wonderful memories he built with people far and wide.
“A credit to you all, ar dheis dé go raibh a anam.”
Kieran O’Connell died on December 27, 2024 in New York[/caption]
