Death Notices

Ben Thornton

Wednesday, February 28th, 2024

Ben Thornton, Rathleague and late of Swinford, Co. Mayo.

Peacefully at the Regional Hospital Portlaoise. Beloved husband of Norrie and dearly loved father to Alan and Lorena. Predeceased by his sisters Mary and Patsy and brother Eddie. Deeply regretted by his sisters Sr Augusta and Theresa, son in law Rory, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and good friend Joe and former colleagues in An Garda Siochána.

May he Rest in Peace

Reposing on February 29th at Keegan’s Funeral Home on Thursday, February 29th from 6.30 pm until 8 pm with Rosary at 7.30 pm. Removal on Friday to arrive at SS Peter and Paul’s Church for 12 noon Requiem Mass. Cremation will follow on Saturday.

House private please.

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