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THE death has taken place of James (Jim) Farrell, Marian Park, Dundalk. He passed away peacefully on 26 September, 2018, in St Oliver’s, Dundalk, surrounded by his loving family.
Jim was the eldest of twelve, who began their childhood years at Stephenstown, Knockbridge, before moving to Little Mills.
He attended Knockbridge NS and the CBS, Dundalk.
He served his time at McArdle Coachbuilders, Knockbridge and furthered his skills as a quality tradesman in the GNR, CRV and Duffy Coachbuilders.
Jim then joined his brother, Shane and together they ran a successful coachbuilder business in Little Mills. His son, Niall has followed him into the trade.
He had a passion for the GAA and was a valued and respected player for St. Bride’s, Knockbridge and Dowdallshill GFC.
Jim loved a day of National Hunt racing with his Knockbridge friends, while his gold Pioneer pin was a source of personal pride.
He married his wife, Kathleen (Grey) in 1956 and together they had six children and enjoyed a long and happy life together.
Jim became ill five years ago and spent the last twoand-a-half years being cared for in the nursing home.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Rosemary; his parents, Rose and Robert; brother, Robbie and sister, Anna.
Jim reposed at home in Marian Park, before being taken to St Nicholas Church where the funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr Michael Sheehan, Holy Redeemer, assisted by Fr Michael Cusack CSSR.
There was family participation in the Mass and beautiful music provided by Brendan and Sarah McCourt.
St. Bride’s GFC formed a guard of honour.
Burial took place in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Dowdallshill.
Jim will be sadly missed by his wife, Kathleen; his children, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters and wide circle of family and friends.
His Month’s Mind Mass takes place in St Nicholas Church at 12 noon on 28 October.