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The death has occurred of Desmond Smith (Newry)

Smith, (Newry) October 4, 2022, (peacefully) at Southern Area Hospice, late of 3 Violet Hill Avenue, Newry. Desmond, (Des) R.I.P. beloved husband of Bridie and father of Liz.

Des’ remains will repose in Mc Gennity’s Funeral Home, 18 Forkhill Road, Newry BT35 8LZ this evening (Tuesday October 4) from 7.30pm until 9.30pm and at his home tomorrow (Wednesday October 5) from 6.00pm until removal on Thursday morning (October 6) at 9.30am, arriving for Requiem Mass at 10.00am in St. Brigid’s church, The Meadow, Newry.

Private cremation will take place later at Dardistown crematorium, Dublin.

No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Southern Area Hospice c/o the family or the donations box in the home.

Very deeply regretted by his wife, daughter and his extended family circle and friends.

May he rest in peace.

“Our Lady Queen of the Most Holy Rosary pray for him.”

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