Republican News · Thursday 16 March 2000

[An Phoblacht]

KEENAN, Volunteer Colm (died 14 March 1972); Mac BRADAIGH, Caoimhín (died 16 March 1988); McCRACKEN, Volunteer Kevin (died 14 March 1988); McDONALD, Volunteer Patrick (died 15 March 1974); McGILLAN, Volunteer Eugene (died 14 March 1972); MURRAY, Volunteer Kevin (died 15 March 1974); SMITH, Volunteer Thomas (died 17 March 1975). ``After all there are in Ireland two: those who stand for the English connection and those who stand against it.'' - Pádraig Pearse. Remembered with love and pride by their friends and comraes in the Republican Movement.

BRADY, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Kevin Brady, Volunteer, Irish Republican Army, who died in Milltown Cemetery defending the mourners at the funerals of Mairéad, Seán and Dan. Your friendship and comradeship are still fresh in my mind; all the years that you have missed, sore on my heart. In memory also of Kevin's mother, Brid, who passed away last August. From Danny Morrison.

Mac BRADAIGH, Caoimhín (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Caoimhín Mac Brádaigh, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann, who died on 16 March 1988. Too good in life to ever be forgotten in death, sleep brave soldier. Always remembered by your friend Christy.

Mac BRADAIGH, Caoimhín (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Caoimhin MacBradaigh, Belfast Brigade, who was killed in the defence of his people. Remembered with pride by the Séamus Harvey Sinn Féin Cumann, Ballybofey, County Donegal.

McCANN, Dan; FARRELL, Mairéad; SAVAGE, Seán (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Dan, Mairéad and Seán, murdered by British crown forces. Mary Queen of the Gael pray for them. Always remembered by Padraic, Sal and family.

McCANN, Dan; FARRELL, Mairéad; SAVAGE, Seán (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteers Dan McCann, Mairéad Farrell and Seán Savage, who gave their lives in the cause of Irish freedom. Always remembered with pride by Christy.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear son Volunteer Kevin McCracken, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann who died on active service on 14 March 1988. Mary Queen of the Gael and St. Patrick pray for him. Time unfolds another year of memories of you are held most dear. Simple words so very true we will always love and remember you. Sadly missed your loving mother and father.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my brother Volunteer Kevin McCracken died on 14 March on active service. St Patrick pray for him. Deep are the memories precious they stay no passing of time can take them away. Always remembered your loving brother Stevie.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my brother Volunteer Kevin McCracken, who died on active service on 14 March. Mary Queen of the Gael and St. Patrick pray for him. Ours is just a simple prayer God bless and keep you in his care. Remembered always your loving brother Damian, Marea, Pádraig, Stacey and Leighann.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of our dear uncle Volunteer Kevin McCracken who died while on active service on 14 March 1988. Mary Queen of the Gael pray for him. Will those who think of him today a little prayer to Jesus say. Always remembered by your loving nephews and nieces.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear brother Volunteer Kevin McCracken, killed on active service. To some you are forgotten to others just a part of the past but to me who loved and lost you your memory will forever last. Mary Queen of the Gael pray for him. Sadly missed by your sister Deirdre and Gráinne.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my dear brother Volunteer Kevin McCracken killed on active service. Your memory will forever last, Mary Queen of the Gael pray for him. Loved and missed by your sister Siobhan, Kevin, Caoimhin and Shannon.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Kevin McCracken, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh na hEireann, killed on active service on 14 March 1988. We will shrine your name within our hearts, we will praise you in our songs, with all the gallant people who strove to right our country's wrongs. Always remembered by your friend and comrade John Mallon and family.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of my friend who was killed on active service on 14 March 1988. May you my friend rest in peace with good comrades like yourself, who give all for Ireland in this hard struggle for freedom. I feel so proud when people say your name because I knew you as a true friend. Always remembered with pride. By Mano, Tina and family always.

McCRACKEN, Kevin (12th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Kevin McCracken, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann, who died on active service on 14 March 1988. Always remembered by Christy.

MURRAY, Mick (1st Ann). In loving memory of Volunteer Mick Murray, who died on 7 March 1999. Loved and missed always by your friend Eileen.

MURRAY, Mick (1st Ann). In loving memory of Volunteer Mick Murray, who died on 7 March 1999. From Helen, Willie and family.

MURRAY, Mick (1st Ann). In loving memory of Volunteer Mick Murray, who died on 7 March 1999. Sadly missed by all his comrades in the O'Malley/Russell Sinn Féin Cumann, Dublin.

SMITH, Thomas (25th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Thomas Smith, Irish Republican Army, killed on St Patrick's Day 1975. A tear until the end of time for a special father, we are proud was ours. Yours presence we miss, your memories we treasure, loving you always, forgetting you never. A loving nature warm and true. These are the memories we have of you. A daily thought a silent tear a constant thought that you were here. Always willing helpful and kind what beautiful memories you left behind. Oh sweet Jesus have nercy on his soul. From your loving brothers Paddy, Lily and family.

SMITH, Thomas (25th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Thomas Smith, Irish Republican Army, killed on St Patrick's Day 1975. No matter how life changes, no matter what we do, a special place within our hearts is always kept for you. Sadly missed by Michael, Carol and family.

SMITH, Thomas (25th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Thomas Smith, Irish Republican Army, killed on St Patrick's Day 1975. Parting comes, hearts are broken, loved ones go with words unspoken. No words can tel, no tears express the love, the loss, the emptiness. From Paddy, James, Paul, Billy, Joey and families.

SMITH, Thomas (25th Ann). In proud and loving memory of Volunteer Thomas Smith, Irish Republican Army, killed by Free State forces whilst attempting to escape from Portlaise Prison on St Patrick's Day 1975. Always remembered with pride by the Dublin Brigade, Oglaigh na hÉireann; By Sinn Féin Atha Cliath; By the Volunteers Smith/Harford/Doherty RFB, Dublin.

KELLY, Bart. Commemorative Mass to be held in his honour in Most Preciuos Blood Church, Cabra on Sunday 19 March at 12pm.

Buíochas

MURRAY. Thanking all who attended the commemoration for Mick Murray. Your attendance was very much appreciated. Special thanks to Larry O'Toole, Charlie Murtagh and Craobh Chiaran's. From Gerldine Murray and family.

Cuimhní Breithlae

KELLY. In proud and loving memory of my brother Patrick, murdered by the SAS at Loughgall in 1987, who should have celebrated his 43rd birthday on 19 March. Happy birthday Patrick from all of us. Always remembered and deeply missed by Mairéad and all the family.


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