Thomas Smyth

Smyth Thomas J. (Tom)

Greaghlough, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan

Died 24th February 2014



Tom's Wife Anne, Sons Dermot, Barry and Patrick, Daughter Áine, Grandchildren Tom, Sam and Anna, Daughter- in- law Emer, Brothers, Sisters, Brothers- in- law, Sisters- in- law, Nieces, Nephews, Claire, Ciaran, Audrey and all extended Family would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who sympathised with us on our recent sad loss. We wish to thank all our neighbours and friends who called to our home, brought gifts of food and helped out in any way. Special thanks to all those who travelled long distances to be with us, those who attended the Removal, Funeral Mass and burial. To all those who sent Mass cards, Sympathy cards and letters of support, we express our deepest gratitude. A special thank you to Fr. Phil Brady and Fr. Loughlin Carolan and Fr. John Quinn for visiting Tom during his illness, in particular to Fr. Phil for giving us great comfort in Tom's final hours. Grateful appreciation to all the wonderful carers who helped to make it possible for Tom to be cared for at home. Thanks to Dr. David Doran and all the Doctors and Staff in the Cronin/McDonagh practice who attended Tom during his illness, and all the staff in Jameson's Pharmacy, especially Iveagh and Helen. Thanks to the Healthcare Team, in particular the Nurses, for their constant support and assistance during Tom's illness. Thanks also to the Palliative Care Team, especially the Nurses Aveen and Stephen, for their many visits to our home. A word of thanks to Dr. Murugasu and all the Staff in Cavan General Hospital, and to Virginia Healthcare Centre who cared for Tom on many occasions. To Fr. Phil and the co- celebrants Fr. Eamon Lynch and Fr. John McCarthy for the lovely Funeral Mass and their words of comfort. Thanks to all others who helped during the Funeral including the altar servers, sacristan, stewards and especially the choir for their beautiful singing. Thanks to Cuchulainns GFC for their very dignified guard of honour. To Tracy, Micheal and the staff in Killians Lodge Hotel for the beautiful meal. To those who made donations to the Parkinsons Association, and finally to the Undertakers Francis, Aidan and Damien Clarke for the professional and caring way in which they carried out all the funeral arrangements. As it is not possible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for all your intentions. Tom's Months Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 29th March at 12 noon in St. Mary's Church, Cross.