McERLEAN, Joseph (Joe), Lucan, Co. Dublin and formerly of Bellaghy, Co. Derry – 2nd August 2016, (suddenly) at Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, beloved partner of Bernadette and dear father of Michelle, Joseph, Liam, Sean, Céilí and Bonnie and a devoted grandfather of JD, Pasha, Chelsea, Joseph and Kallum; Joe will be sadly missed by his loving family, daughter-in-law Hannah, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace Reposing at Bernadette’s house this evening (Thursday) with removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Esker, tomorrow morning arriving for Requiem Mass at 10 o’clock, followed by cremation in Newlands Cross Crematorium. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to the Irish Heart Foundation.

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