Tributes pour in for Kildare 'absolute gentleman' who passed this week

Tributes have poured in for a Kildare 'absolute gentleman' who passed earlier this week.

Michael Darcy, aged 92, was from Cabinteely, formerly Foxrock, Co Dubliln and originally Maganey, Kildare.

Michael 'Papa Mick' passed peacefully in the gentle care of the staff of the Blackrock Hospice and surrounded by his family.

He was the dearly loved husband for over 57 years of the late Peggy, devoted to and cherished by his six children, David, Marie Louise, Michael, John, Nicola and Alison and their spouses, Yazmine, Martin, Audrey, John’s partner Sarah, Rob and Mark.

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A much loved and greatly admired grandfather to his 12 grandchildren, Catriona, Ian, Michael, Darcy, Dylan, Chloe, Lizzy, Vincent, Eoin, Fiadh and Naomi and Ronan and their mother Eleanor.

Dear brother of Elizabeth (Daisy), Gerry and Maura, and of his deceased brothers Patrick and John.

Dear brother-in-law of Michael D’Arcy (deceased), Emily Power, Nora Barron, Jim D’Arcy and Frank D’Arcy.

Michael derived such pleasure from his children, grandchildren, extended family and his many friends from his business, charitable, cultural and sporting interests.

He was especially grateful to his carers during his final months.

Tributes and condolences paid this week included: “My deepest sympathy to Michael’s children, grandchildren, brother and sisters at this sad and difficult time for you all. Michael was a beautiful and kind man. May He Rest In Peace.”

And: “"We are deeply saddened by the passing of Michael Darcy. As an active member of the Ireland Japan Association for many years, he was a valued friend of the association, always bringing warmth and enthusiasm to everything he did. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time. May he rest in peace." Catherine Grennell-Whyte Chairperson of the IJA.”

While another mourner wrote: “My sincere sympathy to Nicola and all the Darcy family. Michael was a wonderfully warm person who will be sadly missed in Woodbrook. He was a great friend of our family and I have fond memories of his conversations, good humour and wise council. May he rest in peace.”

And another added: “To the Darcy family- please accept our condolences on the passing of Mick so soon after Peggy. We understand how proud he was of you all...
“Mick was once Chairman of the Irish Japanese Business Association and at another time Chairman of the Irish Chinese Business Association, a unique double act which is testament to his capabilities and to the esteem in which he was widely held. He was an inspiration, in many respects, to those who were blessed to know him. He is now reunited with his beloved Peggy. Rest in Peace Mick.”

May he Rest in Peace.

Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to Blackrock Hospice. To make a donation click on this link https://www.olh.ie

Reposing at Patrick O’Donovan & Son Funeral Home, Sallynoggin A96 V962 on Wednesday (Feb 26th) from 4pm to 7pm (all welcome to attend). Removal on Thursday (Feb 27th) to the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock arriving for 10.45am Reception of remains for 11am Requiem Mass.

Funeral immediately afterwards to Shanganagh Cemetery, Shankill.

To view the Mass live click on this link: https://www.churchservices.tv/foxrock