Republican News · Thursday 24 February 2000

[An Phoblacht]

BELL, Volunteer Gerard (died 21 February 1972); BRESLIN, Volunteer Charlie (died 23 February 1985); BURNS, Volunteer James (died 23 February 1981); DEVINE, Volunteer David (died 23 February 1985); DEVINE, Volunteer Michael (died 23 February); DORRIAN, Volunteer Robert (died 21 February 1972); DUFFY, Volunteer Paul (died 26 February 1978); HOGAN, Volunteer Henry (died 21 February 1984); GOUGH, Volunteer Tony (died 22 February 1986); MAGEE, Volunteer Joseph (died 21 February 1972); MARTIN, Volunteer Declan (died 21 February 1984); STEELE, Volunteer Gerard (died 21 February 1972). ``To carry on, no matter what odds are against you, to carry on no matter what torments are inflicted on you. The read to freedom is paved with suffering, hardships and torture, carry on my gallant and brave comrades until that certain day.'' - Tom Williams. Remembered with love and pride by your friends and comrades in the Republican Movement.

BRESLIN, Charles; DEVINE, Michael; DEVINE, David (15th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Charles Breslin, Michael Devine and David Devine, who were killed on active service on 23 February 1985. Remembered now and always by their friends and comrades in the West Tyrone Republican Republican Movement.

BURNS, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loved memory of Volunteer Brendan Burns, who died with our son and brother Volunteer Brendan moley, on 29 February 1988. The price of freedom is a terrible price and tragically it is so often paid by great sacrifice. Many suffer so that some day all Irish men and women may know justice and peace. Always remembered by the entire Moley family circle.

BURNS, Brendan; MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Brendan Burns and Brendan Moley, who died for Ireland on 29 February 1988. Remembered always by Micky, Bernie, Ciarán and Fionnuala.

BURNS, Brendan; MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Brendan Burns and his comrade Volunteer Brendan Moley, who were killed on active service on 29 February 1988. Always remembered by the Burns/Moley Sinn Féin Cumann, County Armagh; By the Michael McVerry Sinn Féin Cumann, Cullyhanna; By the McCabe Sinn Féin Cumann, Mullaghbawn.

BURNS, Jim `Skipper (19th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Jim `Skipper' Burns, murdered on 23 February 1981 by loyalists in collusion with crown forces. When the freedom of our country has been won, let us guard it well, remembering it was paid for in the blood and lives of those now dead. Forever loved and remembered by brothers Joe, Kevin, Pat and Paul and sisters Clara, Brigid, Maura, Bernadette, Louise and Veronica and large family circle, St James.

BURNS, Jim `Skipper (19th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Jim `Skipper' Burns, murdered on 23 February 1981 by loyalists. We'll shrine your name within our hearts, we'll phrase it in our songs, with all the gallant people who strove to right our country's wrongs, we'll bless you every day that dawns and pray that soon you'll sail with shining swords in Irish hands to fight for Grainne Mhaol.Remembered always by Larry, Sara, Clare Louise and James Burns Quilty, County Donegal.

DORRIAN, Robert (28th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear husband and our father, Robert, who died on active service on 21 February 1972. RIP. Also remembered, Joe Magee, Gerard Steele and Gerard Bell. I loved my God was all, `he said' and then I loved my land. God, I was true to Ireland and to you. Loved and missed by his wife Betty, sons Robert, Philip, Jim and brother-in-law Jimmy.

HOGAN, Henry; MARTIN, Declan (16th 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. 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; Counties Derry & Antrim Republican Graves Association.

HUGHES, Mary (1st Ann). In proud and loving memory of Mary, who died on 27 February 1999. Always remembered by Mary, Cleaky and family.

McSHANE, Charlie (11th Ann). In sad and loving memory of my beloved husband, Charlie, who died on 24 February 1989, late staff AP/RN. When your name is mentioned my tears I try to hide, never selfish, always kind, I remember you with pride. A smile for all a heart of gold, your work for your comrades can never fully be told. Charlie you walk beside me day by day. My love for you will never go away. Mary Queen of the Gael pray for him. Sadly missed by your lonely wife Christine.

McSHANE, Charlie (11th Ann). In sad and loving memory of dear father, Charlie, who died on 24 February 1989, late staff AP/RN. You were a good father, whose warmth, kindness and companionship I miss very badly. You will never be forgotten. Blessed mother, pray for him. Missed by his son Adrian.

McSHANE, Charlie (11th Ann). In sad and loving memory of my dear father, Charlie, who died on 24 February 1989, late staff AP/RN. A silent tear falls gently which others do not see, for a wonderful, kind and loving Dad who meant th world to me. Our lady, Queen of Ireland pray for him. Missed so much by his daughter Amanda.

McSHANE, Charlie (11th Ann). In sad and loving memory of my dear father-in-law, Charlie, who died on 24 February 1989, late staff AP/RN. Miss you Charlie, you were always so helpful and kind to all in need. You were one of the best. missed by Carol.

McSHANE, Charlie (11th Ann). In loving memory of our beloved grandfather. He was always there for us. Miss him a lot. From Jason, Angie and Fionn.

McSHANE, Charlie (11th Ann). In affectionate and caring memory of Charlie, RIP, late staff AP/RN, died suddenly on 24 February 1989. A loving brother-in-law, whose death left a deep void for all who knew him. Very badly missed. Our lady pray for him. Von and Joe, Delores and Eamonn and Joan.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our son, Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988. Deep are the memories silently kept of a son we loved and will never forget. Always remembered and sadly missed by his mother and father.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988. He died that others might live in freedom. In a land whose cause he loved. Always remembered by sister Catríona, Mickie, Brendan, Shane, Rían and Nicole.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988.For Ireland, Brendan, you lived and died, we will always remember you with love and pride. Never forgotten by brother Patrick and Susan.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988. May the green sod of the land he loved rest gently on his grave. Always remembered by sister Jacinta, Martin, Diane, Paula and Martina.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988. In death as in life you remain an inspiration to all those who believe in the cause of Irish freedom. Always remembered by Paddy and Caroline.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988. We remember you Brendan as a brother and friend of Ireland's freedom. Memories are held strength with thoughts of you as a soldier and although our hearts are filled with pride, we will never forget you or the cause for which you died. Always remembered and sadly missed by Marie, John, John , Joanne, Kevin, Peter and Louise.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988. How proud we were to know you how sad now that your gone, a soldier true, farewell to you one of Ireland's finest sons. Sadly missed by his sister Celine, Gerard and Declan.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died alongside his comrade Brendan Burns on active service on 29 February 1988. ``We went out to break the connection between this country and the British empire, and to establish and Irish Republic, believing that the British government has no right in Ireland, never had any right in Ireland, and never can have any right in Ireland. If need be we shall ride again.'' - James Connolly. Always remembered by his brother Aidan, sister-in-law Maureen, nieces Ciara an Aoibheann, nephews Conor and Brendan.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died alongside his comrade Brendan Burns on active service on 29 February 1988. ``To carry on, no matter what odds are against you, to carry on no matter what torments are inflicted on you. The read to freedom is paved with suffering, hardships and torture, carry on my gallant and brave comrades until that certain day.'' - Tom Williams. Never forgotten by his brother Séamus.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my uncle Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988. Always remembered and sadly missed by Sinéad, Hugh, Callum and Oisín.

MOLEY, Brendan (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear brother Volunteer Brendan, who died on active service on 29 February 1988. Always remembered by Michael Joe.

O'DONNELL, Kevin Barry; O'FARRELL, Seán; CLANCY, Peter; VINCENT, Patrick (8th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Kevin Barry O'Donnell, Seán O'Farrell, Peter Clancy and Patrick Vincent Tyrone Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann, killed in action on 16 February 1992 at Clonoe by British forces. From the boys in Bellshill, Scotland.

STEELE, Gerard (28th Ann). in proud and loving memory of my nephew Volunteer Gerard Steele, also his comrades Gerard Bell, Joseph Magee and Robert Dorrian who died on active service on 21 February 1972. Always remembered by Tomas McCullough.

Combhrón

EILEEN, Greencross, died 21 February. Your work will never be forgotten. Deeply regretted by the Hicky family.

EILEEN, Greencross, died 21 February. Deeply regretted by the Walsh family.

EILEEN, Greencross, died 21 February. Will be sadly missed by the people of Iveagh, Beechmount, Colin Cavendish areas. Slán.

EILEEN, Greencross, died 21 February. Deeply regretted by the Republican Movement Beechmount. You worked in all kinds of weather. You will be remembered; Deepest sympathy to the family. From the Beechmount Commemoration Committee; From ex-POWs, Beechmount, you done great work on our behalf;you braved all kinds of weather to help the POWs and their families. you'll never be forgotten. From the Green Cross Committee.

LYNCH. Deepest sympathy is extended to John Lynch and family on the recent death of Thomas. From the Republican Movement, Cork; From Cork Sinn Féin.

McKINLEY. The Committee, staff and members of Cumann na Meirleach, Ard Mhaca Theas deeply regret the death of Paddy, our esteemed committee member. Deepest sympathy is extended to Martina, Pádraig and Aoife and his entire family circle. Declan Murphy, Cathaoirleach.

Beannachtaí

GRIEVE. Eddie (H3, B Wing). Happy 40th birthday Eddie. From Buzzard.

HURLE. Cathy, Happy 60th birthday to Big Cathy your age matches your waistline. From your No 1 son.

Buíochas

THE BEECHMOUNT Commemoration Committee would like to thank everyone who attended their annual commemoration function in the Felons, it was a good night and a thank you to the management and staff of the Felons, go raibh maith agaibh; The Beechmount Commemoration Committee would like to thank everyone who attended the unveiling of our Hunger Strike mural, a big thank you to Jackie and Bernie for the hall, Don for the food and a special thank you to the families of the Hunger Strikers who attended the unveiling. Go raibh maith agat.


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