Request for rock music t-shirts and Man United jerseys at funeral of Laois son
The family of a young Laois man who passsed away from illness, have asked mourners to wear rock band t-shirts and Manchester United jerseys for his funeral.
James Feeney, of Kirwan Park, Mountmellick, Laois passed away peacefully in Beaumont hospital on Thursday, June 25, surrounding by his loving family.
He is mourned by his loving parents Mai and Seamus, brother Jason and sister Jade, uncles, aunts, his nieces Ashley and Teagan and nephew Rían.
The beloved young man is also mourned by his girlfriend Imelda, relatives, neighbours and his large group of supportive and loving friends.
James’ family have requested donations in lieu of flowers, to the Irish Kidney Association charity.
The donations are in lieu to B. Braun Wellstone Midlands Renal Care Centre in Portlaoise, as donations cannot be made to the private clinic itself.
Mountmellick Utd soccer club paid a lovely tribute to ‘Fink’ as James was fondly nicknamed.
“The club would like to extend our deepest condolences on the passing of James Feeney, fondly known to everyone as Fink.
“James played Underage and Senior B team with our club and will be remembered for the great memories and friendships he made during his time with us.
“In later years, James faced the challenge of his disability with great courage and never let it get in his way. His strength, character and love for the game were an inspiration to all who knew him.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with James’ mother Mai, father Seamus, brother Jason, sister Jade, and all of his extended family and friends at this very difficult time.
“Rest in peace James. You’ll never be forgotten. Today, for Fink, we are all Manchester United fans. Glory glory man united,” the Laois soccer club said.
His funeral begins this Monday evening. Reposing in Moloney’s Funeral Home Mountmellick (R32 PC95) on Monday from 5pm. Recital of the Rosary at 6.30pm. Removal on Tuesday at 10.45am to St. Joseph’s Church Mountmellick for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in St Joseph’s Cemetery.
James’ family are grateful to all the medical staff who cared for him.
“Thanks to everyone who took care of James in B. Braun Wellstone Midlands Renal Care Centre in Portlaoise, Tullamore Hospital and Beaumont Hospital, and to all the doctors and nurses involved in his care.
“Please wear casual clothes and rock band T-shirts if you have any, or Man United jerseys for James Funeral,” they request.
The funeral Mass will be live-streamed via the parish webcam https://www.mountmellickparish.ie