Funds being raised for charity after "kind and talented" Kildare man is returned home from Canada

Jeremy Burke, aged 27, formerly of Bishop Rogan Park, died suddenly but peacefully in Canada on January 22 with his girlfriend Tonnie by his side. 

Jeremy is being mourned by his family and a large group of friends. 

Jeremy's Funeral Mass took place at The Church of The Sacred Heart and St.Brigid, Kilcullen this morning and burial took place afterwards in St Brigid[s cemetery.

Jeremy is mourned by his mother Louise, dad Gerry, sister Edie, brother William, Misty the loving family pet, grandmothers Rita and Peg, grandfathers Joe and predeceased Paddy, step father Ronan, aunties and uncles, cousins and a large circle of wonderful friends.

With the permission of the family, pal Barry Comerford has set up a Gofundme page to assist The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust in repatriating Jeremy.

Describing Jeremy as "wonderful, kind and talented" Barry said: The family are in awe of the support they are receiving from all around the world.

"Thankfully during the darkest period, there is light in the form of The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust.

"Many people are now asking how they can help the family and the answer is simple If anyone would like to contribute to this wonderful charity in honour of our beautiful Jeremy we would be forever grateful.

"Unfortunately not a week goes by that these amazing people don’t get a call to bring a loved one back home to their beloved Ireland from every corner of the globe.

"Without them, we as a family would have the added trauma and burden of trying to get Jeremy home without any support or assistance.

"The Canadian police department was overwhelmed by this organisation and thought only the Irish would think of such a charitable thing. We will be forever indebted to this cause.

"100% of the funds raised will go directly to the charity. Thank you in advance and thank you again for the kind words and offers of help. The Burke/Kelly families."