19 February 2004 Edition

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I nDíl Chuimhne, Comhbhrón agus Beannachtaí

I nDíl Chuimhne

Feb. 16th 1992: Vol Kevin Barry O'Donnell; Feb. 16th 1992: Vol Patrick Vincent; Feb. 16th 1992: Vol Peter Clancy; Feb. 16th 1992: Vol Seán O'Farrell, Tyrone Brigade; Feb. 18th 1976: Paul Best, Sinn Féin; Feb, 18th 1996: Vol Edward O'Brien, Wexford Brigade; Feb. 19th 1972: Fian David McAuley, Fianna Éireann; Feb. 19th 1992: Vol Brendan Seery; Feb. 21st 1972: Vol Gerard Bell, Belfast Brigade, 3rd Battalion; Feb. 21st 1972: Vol Gerard Steele, Belfast Brigade, 3rd Battalion; Feb. 21st 1972: Vol Joseph Magee, Belfast Brigade, 3rd Battalion; Feb. 21st 1972: Vol Robert Dorrian, Belfast Brigade, 3rd Battalion; Feb. 21st 1984: Vol Declan Martin, North Antrim Brigade; Feb. 21st 1984: Vol Henry Hogan, North Antrim Brigade. "From my earliest youth I have regarded the connection between Ireland and Great Britain as the curse of the Irish nation, and felt that whilst it lasted, this country could never be free nor happy." - Wolfe Tone. Remembered now and always by their many friends in the Republican Movement.

BEST, Paul (28th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear friend and comrade, Paul Best, Sinn Féin, who died on 18 February 1976 as a result of gunshot wounds inflicted by members of the Workers' Party. Sleep in peace brave comrade. Mass offered, always remembered, Pól, Patricia Wilson and family, Belfast.

DAVEY, John (15th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Cllr John Davey, who was murdered on February 1989. From the South Derry Comhairle Ceantair, Sinn Féin; McCusker/ McMullan/O'Hagan Sinn Féin Cumann, Swatragh; Casement/ Kelly/Highstead Sinn Féin Cumann, Maghera; Fergal O'Hanlon/John Davey Sinn Féin Cumann, Lavey; Thomas McElwee Sinn Féin Cumann, Greenlough; Séamus Steele Sinn Féin Cumann, Newbridge; Magherafelt Sinn Féin Cumann; Ballinascreen Sinn Féin Cumann; Hughes/Connolly/ McElwee Sinn Féin Cumann, Bellaghy; Counties Derry & Antrim Republican Graves Association.

DAVEY, John (15th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Sinn Féin councillor John Davey, who was murdered on 14 February 1989. Always remembered by the Fergal O'Hanlon/John Davey Sinn Féin Cumann, Lavey. Ballinascreen Sinn Féin, Hughes/Connolly/McElwee Cumann Bellaghy, the McCusker/Kelly/Highstead Cumann Maghera, Thomas McElwee Cumann Greenlough, Séamus Steele Sinn Féin Cumann Newbridge, Maghera-felt Sinn Féin Cumann, the South Derry Sinn Féin Comhairle Ceanntair and Counties Derry and Antrim Republican Graves Association.

De BRÚN, Oliver (2nd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear friend Oliver De Brún who died on 18 February 2002. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilis. From Dónal de Búrca.

DORRIAN, Robert (32nd). In proud and loving memory of my dear husband and our father Volunteer Robert (Rab ) Dorrian RIP. Killed in action 21 February 1972 also his comrades Volunteers Joe Magee, Gerard Bell and Gerard Steele. Mary Queen of Ireland pray for them always. Remembered by his wife Betty, sons Robert, Philip and Jim also his brother-in-law Jimmy.

HOGAN, Henry; MARTIN, Declan (20th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Henry Hogan and Declan Martin, North Antrim Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann, who were killed on active service on 21 February 1984. "The fools, the fools, the fools, they have left us our fenian dead; and while Ireland holds these graves Ireland unfree shall never be at peace" - PH Pearse. Always remembered by Seán, Brigid and family.

HOGAN, Henry; MARTIN, Declan (20th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Henry Hogan and Declan Martin, North Antrim Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann, who were killed on active service on 21 February 1984. Proudly remembered by the North Antrim Comhairle Ceantair, SF; By the Hogan/Martin SF Cumann, Dunloy; By the Gerard Casey SF Cumann, Rasharkin; By the Roger Casement SF Cumann, Ballymena; by the Dan Darragh SF Cumann, Ballycastle; by the Paddy Kinney SF Cumann, Glens of Antrim; by the Counties Derry/Antrim Republican Graves Association.

HOGAN, Henry (20th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Henry Hogan, North Antrim Brigade, Óglaigh Na hÉireann who, along with his comrade Volunteer Declan Martin, was killed on active service on 21 February 1984. Always remembered and sadly missed by your friend Paul, Ballymoney.

HOGAN, Henry (20th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Declan's comrade Volunteer Henry Hogan, Óglaigh Na hÉireann, killed in action on 21 February 1984 by SAS forces. Níl beart noís ná do shaol a thabhairt ar son do thíre. Remembered always by the Martin family circle.

LYNCH, George (13th Ann). In loving memory of George Lynch, a community worker in Darndale, who died in February 1991. From Arthur O'Donnell.

MAGEE, Joseph (32nd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear brother Volunteer Joseph Magee 3rd Batt, Belfast Brigade, Óglaigh Na hÉireann, who died in action with his comrades Rab Dorrian, Gerard Steele and Gerard Bell. RIP. Our Lady of Knock pray for them. You will never be forgotten Joe still missed and loved by your brother Patsy, Maureen and family also family at home and abroad.

MAGEE, Joseph (32nd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear brother Volunteer Joe Magee 3rd Battalion, Belfast Brigade, Óglaigh Na hÉireann, killed on active service 21 February 1972. St Joseph pray for him. The years are swiftly passing, the seasons come and go, but memories hold you very close in the hearts that loved you so. Never forgotten by his sister Betty, brother-in-law Jim also brothers Michael and Emmanuel, Canada and Australia.

MAGEE, Joseph (32nd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear brother Volunteer Joe Magee 3rd Battalion, Belfast Brigade, Óglaigh na hÉireann, killed on active service 21 February 1972. Silent memories keep you near as time unfolds another year. From this life you may be gone but in my heart you still live on. Mary Queen of the Gael pray for him. Always remembered by his loving sister Sarah, brother in law Conn and all the McVarnock family.

MARTIN, Declan (20th Ann). In proud and loving memory of a dear son and brother, Volunteer Declan Martin, Óglaigh na hÉireann, killed in action on 21 February 1984 by SAS Forces. Fuair said bás ar son chéile agus ar son aisling na saoirse. Remembered with pride always by mum, brothers, sisters and large family circle.

McLOUGHLIN, Pearse (8th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Pearse McLoughlin, who died on 13 February 1996. Always remembered by his family.

McNEIL, Bob (5th Ann). In memory of Bob McNeil, Toomsbridge. Always remembered by his friends in the West London Republican Support Group.

O'BRIEN, Ed (8th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Ed O'Brien, who died on 18 February 1996. Always remembered by Mylie, Margo, Lorraine and Gary.

O'BRIEN, Ed (8th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Ed O'Brien, who died on active service on 18 February 1996. "The Republican stands for truth and honour, for all that is noblest in our race. By truth and honour, by principle and sacrifice alone will Ireland be free." - Liam Mellows. Remembered with pride by Ray Keogh, Enniscorthy.

McAULEY, David (32nd Ann). In loving memory of Fian David McAuley, died 19 February 1972. Mary Queen of the Gael pray for him. Sadly missed by his friend and comrades, McCaughey/Saunders SF Cumann, Ógra Sinn Féin and Amach agus Isteach, Ardoyne.

Comhbhrón

FENNELL. Deepest sympathy to Frankie Fennell on the death of his brother Pat. From Séamus Gibson; From Phylis Doherty; From Mary McLaughlin; From Séamus McLaughlin; From the Staff of AP/RN.

FINNEGAN. Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of John Finnegan. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. From Daithí Doolan & Bridget Kildee.

FINNEGAN. Deepest sympathy is extended to the Finegan family on the death of John Finnegan. From Derek Dalton.

FINNEGAN. Deepest sympathy is extended to the Finegan family on the death of John Finnegan. From Dave Campbell.

FINNEGAN. Deepest sympathy is extended to the Finegan family on the death of John Finnegan. From Bernard Carney and family.

FINNEGAN. Deepest sympathy is extended to the Finegan family on the death of John Finnegan. From Paul Quinn.

FINNEGAN. Deepest sympathy to the family of John Finnegan on his recent death. From all your friends and supporters in Jackie Giffith/Mairéad Farrell SF Cummann, Southeast Inner City, Dublin.

O'REILLY. Deepest sympathy is extended to our friend and comrade Donal on the death of his father Patrick. From all the staff An Phoblacht, Belfast.

O'REILLY. Deepest sympathy is extended to our friend and comrade Donal on the death of his father Patrick. From Patrick Kinney Sinn Féin Cumann, Glens of Antrim.

Beannachtaí

O'NEILL. Birthday greetings to Michael O'Neill, whose birthday occurred on the 10 February. From Galway Comhairle Ceantair, SF.


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