The death has occurred of John (Jack) Keaveny
Formerly of Ballylinan, Co. Laois and Bohermore Tyre Centre, Galway.
On Tuesday, the 21st of July 2026, Jack passed away peacefully in the exceptional care of the nursing staff of Galway Hospice, surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his cherished son Colin and his parents Kathleen and Seán Keaveny.
Beloved husband of Ann (née Tonery) and much-loved father of Kay. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by his wife, daughter, son-in-law Niall, daughter-in-law Nicola, his four adored grandchildren Seán, Cathal, Clíodhna and James, brothers Ken, Noel and Brendan, brothers in-law, sisters in-law, nieces, nephews, godson Michael, relatives, neighbours and his many friends, including his golf buddies at Cregmore Park Golf Club.
May His Kind and Gentle Soul Rest in Peace
Reposing at Irwin’s Funeral Home, Bóthar Irwin, Galway City (H91 CK84) on Friday the 24th of July from 6:30pm. Private removal to his residence at 8pm. Funeral cortege will arrive at The Church of the Assumption and St. James, Claregalway (H91 YH05), on Saturday the 25th of July, for Requiem Mass at 11am. Cremation service will take place on Monday the 27th of July at 12 noon, at Shannon Crematorium, Co. Clare (V14 PV30).
Jack’s Funeral Mass will be live streamed via
Shannon Crematorium
To use the live streaming service, simply click on https://shannoncrematorium.com/
and follow the link for live streaming on the main page. Enter the password JK27 and the feed will open.
The link will go live at 11:55am on Monday, 27th July 2026.
Family flowers only please.
Donations, in lieu, if desired, to Galway Hospice Foundation.
Donate - Galway Hospice Foundation
House private please
Parking: There is ample parking available at The Corrib Shopping Centre Multi-Story Car Park (H91 DP6R) which is only 2 minutes walk to/from the funeral home. The entrance to this car park is at Bóthar Na mBan. Please note this car park will close at 9pm on Friday evening.
Book of Condolence: For those who would like to leave a personal message, you are invited to do so in the 'condolences' section below. The Keaveny family would like to thank you sincerely for all your kindness and support, at this very sad time
