Republican News · Thursday 22 January 1998

[An Phoblacht]

COEN, Kevin; KELLY, John; STONE, John. In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Kevin Coen (died 20 January 1975), John Kelly (died 21 January 1975) and John Stone (died 21 January 1975). ``I have served the Republic faithfully, and my death, as well as that of my brother, a victim like myself, and condemned in the same manner about a month ago, will sufficiently prove it... I have sacrificed for the Republic all that man holds dearest - my wife, my children, my liberty, my life.'' - Theobald Wolfe Tone. Proudly and always remembered with love and pride by their many friends and comrades in the Republican Movement.

DELANEY, Kevin; STONE, John (18th and 23rd Anns). In memory of Volunteers Kevin Delaney and John Stone, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh Na hÉireann. The struggle goes on. From the Kevin Delaney Sinn Féin Cumann, Bray, County Wicklow.

HARVEY, Séamus (21st Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Séamus Harvey, who died on 16 January 1977. Always remembered with love and pride by the McCreesh/McCabe Sinn Féin Cumann.

KELLY, John `Bap' (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer John `Bap' Kelly, who died on 21 January 1975. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for him. Remembered always by Mrs Stone and family, the Butler family and the Jones family and family circle.

KELLY, John; STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers John (Bap) Kelly and John Stone, D Coy, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh Na hÉireann, who were killed on active service on 21 January 1975. Thug siad a raibh acu an son Saoirse. Always remembered by Sinn Féin Bun na Bhfál and the Lower Falls Commemoration Committee.

McMAHON, John (20th Ann). In loving memory of my dear son, Volunteer Jake McMahon, 3rd Battalion, Belfast Brigade, IRA., who went missing on 18 January 1978. Last seen alive in the custody of the RUC. Sadly missed and always remembered by his Mother.

McMAHON, John (20th Ann). In loving memory of my dear brother, Volunteer Jake McMahon, 3rd Batt, Belfast Brigade, IRA,who went missing on 18 January 1978. Last seen alive in the custody of the RUC. If I had one wish today I wouldn't ask another, please God turn back the hands of time and give me back my brother. Always remembered and never forgotten by his loving sister Lilian and family, also by his good friend John Campbell and family.

McMAHON, John (20th Ann). In loving memory of my dear brother, Volunteer Jake McMahon, 3rd Batt, Belfast Brigade, IRA, who went missing on 18 January 1978. Last seen alive in the custody of the RUC. Sadly missed and always remembered by friends and comrades in the Republican Movement, Short Strand, Markets and the Lower Ormeau.

SLOAN, Michael (26th Ann). In loving memory of fian Michael Sloan, whose 26th anniversary occurs on 12 January. Gone from this life, but never forgotten by your brother Gerry and family in Dundalk.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear son ,Volunteer John Stone, who died on 21 January 1975. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. My heart is filled with memories, with pride I speak your name. Though life goes on without you, its never been the same. So many things have happened I wanted you to share. So many times I've needed you and wished that you were there. But no matter how life changes, no matter what I do, a special place within my heart is always kept for you. Always remembered by his Mother and Francis xxxooo

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear brother, Volunteer John Stone, who died on 21 January 1975. St Jude pray for him. May the winds of love blow gently and whisper for you to hear, that I still love you, brother despite the passing years, time may hide my sadness like the smile that hides my tears but memories keep you close to me no matter how many years. Always loved and remembered by his Sister Teresa, brother-in-law Eddie and Eamon John xxx

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my brother, Volunteer John Stone who died on active service on 21 January 1975. Padre Pio pray for him. My heart is full of memories, with pride I speak your name, though life goes on without you it will never be the same. Loved and sadly missed by your sister Kathleen.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my uncle, Volunteer John Stone, who died on active service on 21 January 1975. Mary Queen of Gael pray for him. Gone but not forgotten. Sadly missed by his nephew Sean and Deirdre.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my uncle, Volunteer John Stone, who died on active service on 21 January 1975. Sadly missed but remembered with pride by nephew Michael and Gráinne.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my brother, Volunteer John Stone 2nd Lt, `B' Coy, 2nd Battalion, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh Na hEireann, who died on active service on 21 January 1975. Always it is the many who fight for the evil thing and the few who fight for the good thing; and always it is the few who win. Always remembered and sadly missed by his loving brother Francis.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my uncle, Volunteer John Stone 2nd Lt, B Coy, 2nd Battalion, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh Na hEireann, who died on active service on 21 January 1975. ``As long as Ireland is unfree, the honourable attitude for Irishmen and Irishwomen is an attitude of revolt.'' -PH Pearse. Always remembered by his loving nephew Aaron.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my uncle, Volunteer John Stone, who died on 21 January 1975. Even though you've gone away, in our hearts you will always stay. Always remembered by nephew Edward, wife Anna and son Stephen.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my uncle, Volunteer John Stone who died on 21 January 1975. Time goes by, life goes on but from our hearts you're never gone. Mary Queen of Gael pray for him. Always remembered by his niece Anna Marie, husband Seamus and sons Eamon John and Sean Francis.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my uncle, Volunteer John Stone who died on 21 January 1975. Will those who think of him today a little prayer to Jesus say. Always remembered by his niece Martina, husband Jim and sons Dominic and Pearse.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my uncle, Volunteer John Stone, who died on 21 January 1975. Deep are the memories, precious they stay no passing of time can take them away. Always remembered by his niece Bridgeen, boyfriend Patrick and son Padraig Pearse.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my brother-in-law, Volunteer John Stone, who died on 21 January 1975. In our thoughts and prayers you will always be remembered. Our Lady of Lourdes pray for him. Always remembered by your Sister-in-law Mary, husband, daughters and boyfriend.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear nephew, Volunteer John Stone, who died on 21 January 1975. Mary Queen of Gael pray for him. Will those who think of him today, a little prayer to Jesus say. Always loved and remembered by the Campbell family, Magee family and Jim.

STONE, John (23rd Ann). In loving memory of my friend and comrade John, who died on active service on 21 January 1975. Too good in life to be forgotten. Always remembered by Gerry Sloan and family, Dundalk.

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BURKE. To Gerry and family, it is hard to put into words our sense of sorrow and regret at Patti's sudden death. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and prayers that you will be comforted at this very difficult time. Mary Queen of Peace Pray for her. From Gerry and Debbie Sloan and family.

COURTNEY. Deepest sympathy is extended to Gerry Courtney and family on the sad death of their brother in England. From the Ahern/Crowley RFB, Cork.

HYLAND. Deepest sympathy is extended to Councillor Davy Hyland and family, Newry, on the death of his father. May god have mercy on his soul. From Ollie Bradley, Monaghan.

McGURK. Deepest sympathy is extended to Cathleen Knowles on the detah of Dermot McGurk. From John and Georgia McGuffin, San Francisco.

McNULTY. Deepest sympathy is extended to the McNulty family, Dungannon on the death of their mother. From the Dungannon Martyrs Sinn Féin Cumann.

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BULLOCK. Happy birthday to Martin, H4, Long Kesh. From your loving wife Anne-Marie. Lots of love; Happy birthday Daddy from Martim, Séamus, Karl and Catherine.

GREETINGS to Eoghan Morrow who was recently transferred to Portlaoise from England. From Gerry and Brendan Murray; Greetings to Dodger from Gerry and Brendan Murray.

TAYLOR. Happy birthday `Jack', Whitemoor for the 18th. From my Antipodean exile, Anthony, Melbourne.


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