Republican News · Thursday 09 March 2000

[An Phoblacht]

CROSSAN, Volunteer Gerard (died 9 March 1972); FARRELL, Volunteer Mairéad (died 6 March 1988); HUGHES, Volunteer Charles (died 8 March 1971); JOHNSTON, Volunteer Seán (died 9 March 1972); LEWIS, Volunteer Tony (died 9 March 1972); MARSHALL, Sinn Féin member Sam (died 7 March 1990); McCANN, Volunteer Dan (died 6 March 1988); McCANN, Volunteer Tony (died 9 March 1972); SAVAGE, Volunteer Seán (died 6 March 1988). ``The Irish Republic must be made a word to conjure with - a rallying point for the disaffected, a haven for the oppressed, a point of departure for the socialist, enthusiastic in the cause of human freedom.'' - James Connolly. Forever and always remembered by their friends and comrades in the Republican Movement.

FARRELL, Mairéad (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our daughter Mairéad, who with her comrades Daniel McCann and Seán Savage were unlawfully killed by British forces in Gibraltar on 6 March 1988. This decision was verified by the European Court of Human Rights at Strasbourg. Though the years may pass our memories will never fade. Our Lady Queen of the Gael pray for her. Always remembered and prayed for by her sorrowing mother and father, also her brothers and entire family circle.

FARRELL, Mairéad; McGIRL, Francie (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Mairéad Farrell and Francie McGirl whose anniversaries occur around now. No words are needed and will never forget you both. Always remembered by Sheila.

Mac BRADAIGH, Caoimhín (12u Com.). In ndil chuimhne ar mo bhuanchara Caoimhin, a maraiodh ag gniomhaithe na Breataine, 16u Marta 1988. Laoch ar linne. Ni dheanfar dearmad ort go deo. Do chara Caoimhin MacMathuna.

MARSHALL, Sam (10th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear friend Sam, murdered on 7 March 1990 by RUC/loyalist assassins. To live on in the hearts of these left behind is not to die. Always remembered and sadly missed by Stephen McGeown and God daughter Tierna.

MARSHALL, Sam (10th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Sam Marshall, murdered by British forces on 7 March 1990. ``From my earliest youth I have regarded the connection between Ireland and Britain as the curse of the Irish nation, and felt that while it lasted, this country could never be free or happ'' - Wolfe Tone. Always remembered by Upper Bann Sinn Féin.

McCANN, Daniel (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our son Danny, who with his comrades Seán and Mairéad were executed by British crown forces in Gibraltar on 6 March 1988. Will be always loved and remembered by his mother and father, brother Martin, wife Teresa and family.

McGRILLEN, Jim (24th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Jim McGrillen B Coy, 2nd Batt, Oglaigh na hÉireann, who died on active service and whose anniversary occurred recently. Mary Queen of the Gael pray for him. Fuair se bás ar son saoirse na hÉireann. Remembered always with love and pride by the Ballymurphy Martyrs Sinn Féin Cumann and the Greater Ballymurphy Commemoration Committee.

MURRAY, Mick (1st Ann). In proud and loving memory. When thoughts go back as they often do I think of the memories I have of you. The dust of some is Irish earth among their own they rest and the same land that gave them birth has caled them to her bust. Always remembered and never forgotten by Ciarán Murtagh.

MURRAY, Mick (1st Ann). In proud and loving memory of Mick Murray. From the Two Shays.

LEWIS, Tony (28th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my beloved brother Volunteer Tony Lewis C Coy 2nd Batt Oglaigh na hÉireann, who died on active service on 9 March 1972. St Martin pray for him RIP. A place in my heart that's yours alone, a piece of love no one can own, for deep in my heart your memory is kept I love you too dearly to ever forget. Forever loved and remembered by his brother Ray, wife Phyllis and family.

LEWIS, Tony (28th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my brother Volunteer Tony Lewis who died on active service on 9 March 1972. RIP. If memories keep us closer we are never far apart you are always in our thoughts and prayers and forever in our hearts. Always missed by your sister Theresa, Kevin, nephews and niece also Toni and Liam.

LEWIS, Tony (28th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my brother Volunteer Tony Lewis who died on active service on 9 March 1972. RIP. Words are few thoughts are deep, memories of you are ours to keep. Always remembered by your brother Gary, Theresa and family.

LEWIS, Tony; McCANN, Tom; JOHNSTON, John; CROSSAN, Gerry (28th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my brother Tony and his comrades Tom, John and Gerry who died on active service on 9 March 1972. Mary Queen of Ireland pray for them. Like falling leaves years go by, but loving memories never die. Always remembered by the Lewis family, Clonard.

LEWIS, Tony; McCANN, Tom; CROSSAN, GERARD; JOHNSTON, John (28th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Tony Lewis, Gerard Crossan, Tom McCann and John Johnston C Coy, 2nd Batt, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann, who died on active service on 9 March 1972. Your memory we will always cherish, your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Remembered with pride by Sean and Rosemary Murray, and the Murray family circle.

LEWIS, Tony; CROSSAN, Gerard; McCANN, Tom; JOHNSTON, John;

(28th Ann) In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Tony Lewis, Gerard Crossan, Tom McCann and John Johnston, C Coy, 2nd Batt, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann, who died on Active service on 9 March 1972. Your memory we will always cherish, your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Remembered with pride by Seán and Rosemary Murray, and the Murray family circle.

QUINN, John (9th Ann). In proud an loving memory of my brother Volunteer John Quinn and his comrades Volunteers Dwayne O'Donnell and Malcolm Nugent and also Thomas Armstrong, who were assassinated by pro-British death squads on 3 March 1991. Gone from our eyes but not from our hearts. Remembered with love and pride by his sister Poilín, Niall, Faoil-Tiarna, Saerliath agus Fiachra.

Combhrón

McKEVITT. In loving memory of our dear friend, Nora, who died on 22 February 2000. Sadly missed by all her friends in Sinn Féin, Carrickmacross.


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