Byrne Funeral Directors

23/02/2026

This Saturday marks the first anniversary of Anne Caffrey (née McGahon).
Mass will be held in Saint Brigid's Church, Dunleer Saturday 28th February at 7:30pm.

18/02/2026

The death has occurred of Rosie Woods (née Byrne) Coventry, England and formerly of Drumgoolestown, Stabannon, County Louth. Rosie passed away peacefully on Sunday, 8th of February 2026. Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Bridget and brother Pat.

Rosie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her husband Robert, daughter Laura and sons Steven, Paul and George, son-in-law Ryan and daughters-in-law Sarah, Kelly and Emma, brothers Tommy and Harry, adored grandchildren and great-grandson, sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and friends in England, Stabannon and Donegal.

Rosie’s funeral will take place in Coventry on Thursday, the 5th of March 2026.

May Rosie Rest in Peace

Please leave a message of condolence for the family below.

08/02/2026

The death has occurred of Jim Kelly, Shalom, Townspark, Ardee, and late of Mill Street, Dundalk.
Peacefully at his residence, in his 83rd year, surrounded by his loving family.
Jim, beloved husband of Kathleen (née Farrell) and loving father of Grace, Nuala O’Donoghue, Kate Watters, and Jamie. Predeceased by his parents Peter and Ellen, and his brother Peter.

Jim will be sadly missed by his wife, daughters, son, sons in law Gary and Mick, grandchildren Colin, David, Kellie, Holly, Shane, Alfie, Molly, Rosie, Michael, Quade, Jay, Lucy, Sadie and great granddaughter Alex, brother Micheal, sisters Briege McAllister, Nuala Mulholland, and Mary Flanagan, sister in law, brothers in law, nephews, nieces, relatives, and friends.

May Jim Rest in Peace

Reposing at his residence (A92 R284) on Monday, 9th February, from 2pm to 7pm.

House strictly private at all other times.

Removal on Tuesday morning, at 9:20am on foot to the Church of the Nativity of Our Lady, Ardee, arriving for Funeral Mass at 10am. Burial afterwards in Saint Patrick’s Cemetery, Dowdallshill, Dundalk (A91 F598). The Funeral Mass can be viewed online on the link below.
https://churchmedia.tv/church-of-the-nativity-of-our-lady
Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to the Irish Cancer Society Night Nurses.
Please leave a message of condolence for the family using the link below.

05/02/2026

Many older people experience deep loneliness and uncertainty after a loss. Conversations become harder, people may avoid them, and grief can feel like a place they’re left to navigate alone. This is more common than we realise, yet it’s often overlooked.

We partnered with Third Age on our new article exploring why listening matters, how simple presence can offer real comfort, and what truly helps older people who are grieving, especially when words feel hard to find.

Read the full article on RIP.ie.
Link in Comments.

17/01/2026

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The power of social media 🤍

We’re delighted to share that the couple handed the bag into the Gardaí barracks this afternoon 🤔🤭

Thank you so much to everyone who liked, shared and helped spread the word, we are beyond happy and truly grateful to have the funeral set safely returned to where it belongs.

Your support means more than we can say.

17/01/2026

McGeoughs Funeral Directors

24/12/2025

Byrne Funeral Directors wishes you a peaceful and happy Christmas 🌟
We know this time of year can be challenging for many as we remember the loved ones we've lost 🕊️
Losing someone dear is never easy and grief is a personal journey.
Our heartfelt condolences to those who've faced loss - may the love of family, friends and cherished memories bring you comfort 🤍
Our thoughts are with you 🕊️

21/12/2025

The death has occurred peacefully of Patrick Joseph ‘Joe’ Commins, Pepperstown, Ardee, Co. Louth at Louth County Hospital on Sunday, 21st December 2025.

Joe, predeceased by his son Joseph, parents Elizabeth and Thomas, sisters Bridget and Ita.

Joe will be forever missed by his beloved wife Josephine (née Madden), adored children Darren, Adèle Kearney and Carl, his cherished grandchildren Patrick, Michael, Sophie, Conall and Diarmuid. Sadly missed by his brother Nicholas, sisters Mary Finnegan and Kathleen Muckian, daughters-in-law Nicola and Lisa, son-in-law Daithí, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.

May his gentle soul Rest in Peace

Joe will repose at his home (A92 N7Y2) on Monday 22nd December from 4pm until 7pm and on Tuesday 23rd December from 3pm until 6pm. Removal on Wednesday 24th (Christmas Eve) morning to the church of St Peter and St Paul, Tallanstown (A91 AY60), arriving for funeral mass at 10am. Burial afterwards in Knockbridge Cemetery (A91 EV56).

House strictly private outside reposing times.

Family flowers only please. Messages of sympathy for Joe’s family can be left in the condolence section below.

All enquiries to Byrne Funeral Directors 086-226 7032.

Joe’s family would like to take this opportunity to thank the nurses and doctors and palliative support for all their help and care.

30/11/2025

01/11/2025

November is the Month of Holy Souls, we take a moment to remember our loved ones who have passed before us.
May their memories bring us comfort, peace, and joy. 🕊️

15/10/2025

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14/10/2025

Wave of Light Wednesday, October 15th at 7pm 🕊️🕯️🤍
Join us in lighting a candle to honor the families who have experienced the loss of a pregnancy or stillbirth.
As we shine a light for those lost too soon, let us also remember the importance of kindness, compassion and support.
You are not alone 🕊️🕯️🤍