Sad passing of well known Roscommon man
Tributes have been paid to the late Bernie Carty.
The death has taken place of a well known Boyle man who has been described as a wonderful person of humility, kindness and endless knowledge, with the true spirit and definition of community within his soul.
Bernie Carty of Sally Garden Cottage, Knocknafishogue, Rathallen, Boyle passed away peacefully, in his ninety fourth year, in the loving care of the staff at Sligo University Hospital, after a life well lived, having worked in the Bank of Ireland, Elphin for 30 years, was a founder member of the Elphin Windmill Committee, Elphin Comhaltas, St. Patrick’s Day parade participant and Daffodil Day organiser.
Predeceased by his parents Mai and Patrick and brother Padraig he will be sadly missed by his cousins, good neighbours, especially Carmel and Donal Duignan, former work colleagues at Bank of Ireland (Elphin), especially Patsy Farrell and his many friends.
Reposing at Brady’s Funeral Home, Elphin on Thursday (22nd Jan.) from 5.30 p.m. with removal at 6.30 p.m. to St. Michael’s Church, Croghan to arrive at 7 p.m. (via Elphin Windmill). Funeral Mass on Friday at 12 noon. Bernie will be laid to rest afterwards in Eastersnow Cemetery, (via Knocknafishogue).
