The death has occurred of Comdt. Denis Kevin Croke (retired), Inchanisky, Mountrath, Co. Laois and formerly of Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow , Casement Aerodrome Baldonnel, and 82 Main Street, Portlaoise, on 28 August 2026, age 76.
Peacefully at home, after a long illness bravely borne, with his family by his side. Pre-deceased by his parents Kevin and Bessie Croke, and his young daughter Colette. Beloved husband of 50 years of Colette and much loved father of Yvonne, Elaine and Kevin. Proud grandfather of Ben, Juliette and Bradley.
Kevin will be deeply missed by his loving sisters Joan, Clodagh, Kyra, Louise and brother John, his treasured daughter-in-law Addie, Dylan, André, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins.
May he Rest in Peace
Arriving at SS Peter and Paul’s Church, Portlaoise (R32 R684) for Requiem Mass at 2pm https://www.portlaoiseparish.ie/webcam/, on Monday 31 August, followed by private cremation.
No flowers please. House private. Donations if desired to the Irish Cancer Society https://www.cancer.ie or Pancreatic Cancer Ireland https://www.pancreaticcancerireland.ie
