Shane Geoghegan : Memorial

The Limerick Leader is inviting its readers to pay tribute to Shane Geoghegan, the captain of Garryowen FC's third fifteen, who was shot dead in Kilteraghon November 9 last.

His tragic and senseless death has sent shock waves acrossthe country and further afield. Shane's months mind mass took place on Sunday December 7 last at St Paul's Church, Dooradoyle. The family wish to thank Fr Leonard and Fr Boyce.

A message from the Geoghegan family:

Mary and Tom, parents of Shane, Anthony his brother, Jenna his girlfriend, near and extended family and close friends, wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those who comforted them in their tragic loss. In particular to Shane's wide circle of friends from work and sporting circles.

Those who visited, sent Mass cards, perpetual enrolments, personal written messages of sympathy, Limerick Leader website expressions of sympathy and floral tributes. Those who provided and signed the many books of condolences locally and countrywide.

Those who proposed and observed 'minutes silence' locally and nationally. Those who attended his Requiem Mass. We are especially grateful to St. Joseph's parish, Fr. Tom Mangan P.P. and the many other concelebrants, in particular our thanks to Fr. Jim Maher S.J. chief celebrant for such a moving homily, also to President Mary McAleese, An Taoiseach's Aide De Camp, Bishop Donal Murray, the Mayor and City Councillors, the Dáil representatives, the clergy of all denominations, the vocalist, violinists and all who contributed to make it such a memorable Eucharistic celebration.

Sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbours who provided hospitality and support throughout Shane's last days at home with his family and friends. Special thanks to Garryowen FC team mates, executive and members for showing us such tremendous ongoing support.

Also, to the IRFU, rugby clubs and the many clubs of all codes, nationwide, our sincere thanks. Special thanks, also to Old Crescent FC, Anthony's club for their extra care of him at this so sad and difficult time. Most sincere thanks to Shane's employers, friends and work colleagues at Air Atlanta where he was very happily employed, for all their kindness and support.

Sincere thanks to the Gardaí, State Pathologist and the Mid Western Regional Hospital for their sensitive and professional attention to us around Shane's murder investigation, as also, to the Crime Call team. Heartfelt appreciation to Gerry Griffin and the staff of Griffin's Funeral Directors for all their help and compliance with all our wishes around Shane's funeral arrangements and for their personal attention and kindness throughout.

As it would be absolutely impossible to thank individually all those who cared for and supported us, please let this acknowledgement assure anyone who held us in their thoughts or prayers, even for a moment, that we will be forever grateful. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and personal prayers will be offered for all your intentions.

"Go dtuga Dia leaba í measc na naomh d'anam uasal".

Tokens of respect:
- Happy Birthday really missed
  9 Mar 2010
- Happy 30th Birthday
  9 Mar 2010
- ev
  7 Mar 2010
- jackie Holihan Rigpa
  6 Mar 2010
- I miss your calmness
  19 Feb 2010
I feel so sorry for you Mary.

Dear Mary,

I felt so sad to hear it was your son who died I do hope you are getting on well. Sincere sympathy to you and your family. Jackie Houlihan ex. rigpa.

Report this message By jackie Holihan Rigpa on 6 Mar 2010
Your memory lives on , Shane

Respected and admired by all who love sport.

Report this message By Richard Sullivan on 18 Feb 2010
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- Richard Sullivan
  18 Feb 2010
- I know you're always there
  3 Feb 2010
- Xx4ever young, 4ever missedxX
  7 Jan 2010
- g/g.b
  5 Jan 2010
- a murphy
  4 Jan 2010
missed by all

Such a short time ago, but it seems a life-time without you.

Report this message By g/g.b on 5 Jan 2010
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- cathy
  2 Jan 2010
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  30 Dec 2009
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  24 Dec 2009
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  21 Dec 2009
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  19 Dec 2009
just remembering shane family at this time of the year.

never far from my thoughts.Praying for the family which I hope will be some comfort to the family

Report this message By nora leonard on 25 Dec 2009
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- Patsy Higgins
  7 Dec 2009
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  1 Dec 2009
- miss you x
  29 Nov 2009
- aine murray
  26 Nov 2009
- david
  19 Nov 2009
- niamh
  18 Nov 2009
- Miriam Barry
  13 Nov 2009
- Miriam Barry
  13 Nov 2009
- paddy Mattin Co. Kildare.
  12 Nov 2009
- sarsh
  12 Nov 2009
- sarsh
  12 Nov 2009
- Missed but never forgotten
  11 Nov 2009
- Fergus and Geraldine murphy
  9 Nov 2009
- Susan McMahon
  9 Nov 2009
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  8 Nov 2009
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on youre first anniversary

This is the anniversary of your death and all things seem empty without you.

Report this message By nora leonard on 9 Nov 2009
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  8 Nov 2009
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  7 Nov 2009
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  7 Nov 2009
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  6 Nov 2009
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  5 Nov 2009
- Aoife
  5 Nov 2009
- th void y left cannot b filled
  4 Nov 2009
- sean and family
  4 Nov 2009
- niall murphy
  2 Nov 2009
- gigs barry
  1 Nov 2009
Gentle Giant

Shane, you will be forever in our hearts.

Report this message By Miriam Barry on 4 Nov 2009
R.I.P

Such a short time ago, but it seems a life-time without you.

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- andrew and family god bless u
  30 Oct 2009
- ann o' dwyer
  30 Oct 2009
- Laura O'Reilly
  29 Oct 2009
- xxxxx
  21 Oct 2009
- Susan Hurley
  20 Oct 2009
- Caitriona Pearl
  20 Oct 2009
- ciara c
  19 Oct 2009
- Keith Devlin
  17 Oct 2009
- X
  16 Oct 2009
- ann-marie foley
  9 Oct 2009
- John Keating
  7 Oct 2009
- the storan family
  6 Oct 2009
- daire hurley
  5 Oct 2009
- xXx
  5 Oct 2009
- Fiona
  4 Oct 2009
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

GENTLE JESUS UP ABOVE GIVE SHANE ALL OUR LOVE AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE XXXX KEEP SMILING SHANE

Report this message By mandy storan on 6 Oct 2009
R.I.P

R.I.P SHANE XXXXX

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Family notices from the Limerick Leader, with readers' tributes and messages.

9 November 2008

A message from the Geoghegan family:

Mary and Tom, parents of Shane, Anthony his brother, Jenna his girlfriend, near and extended family and close friends, wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those who comforted them in their tragic loss. In particular to Shane's wide circle of friends from work and sporting circles.

Those who visited, sent Mass cards, perpetual enrolments, personal written messages of sympathy, Limerick Leader website expressions of sympathy and floral tributes. Those who provided and signed the many books of condolences locally and countrywide.

Sincere thanks to the many friends and neighbours who provided hospitality and support throughout Shane's last days at home with his family and friends. Special thanks to Garryowen FC team mates, executive and members for showing us such tremendous ongoing support.

"Go dtuga Dia leaba í measc na naomh d'anam uasal".

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I feel so sorry for you Mary.

Your memory lives on , Shane

Respected and admired by all who love sport.

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missed by all

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just remembering shane family at this time of the year.

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on youre first anniversary

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Gentle Giant

R.I.P

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xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

GENTLE JESUS UP ABOVE GIVE SHANE ALL OUR LOVE AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE XXXX KEEP SMILING SHANE

R.I.P

R.I.P SHANE XXXXX

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