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Monday
24
February
Leaving Placentia - St. Bride's
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday, February 24, 2025
Coombs Funeral Home
Beach Road
Placentia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Monday
24
February
Visitation
12:30 pm - 11:00 am
Monday, February 24, 2025
Sacred Heart Church
Main Road
St. Bride's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Tuesday
25
February
Funeral Mass
11:00 am
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Sacred Heart Church
Main Road
St. Bride's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Sylvia marshall lit a candle
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
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Gerald and all of Cyril’s family, friends, coworkers and students at Fatima: I was shocked tonight when I found out that Cyril had passed away. It has been many many years since I last seen Cyril but he always greeted me with a smile, a chat and a few laughs. I will remember him for his kindness and the joy he shared with all who knew him.
Hold on to the wonderful memories.
Sending love and hugs to you all.
~ Sylvia Marshall~
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Suzanne Careen posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
So sorry to hear of Cyril’s passing. I remember his quiet but welcoming demeanour from many basketball games at Fatima. May your many memories give you strength in the days ahead.
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Meagan Careen lit a candle
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
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Ellen, Pamela, Curtis and Leroy, I send my deepest condolences to you on Cyril's passing. My thoughts are with you and with all of Cyril's family members at this sad and difficult time. Cyril will be greatly missed! He had a great impact on all the students of Fatima growing up, and I remember the many times he stopped on the stage to check in to see how practice was going! He took great pride in his job! Hold your memories close during the difficult days ahead!
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Natasha & Aiden posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
Sending our sincere condolences to you all at this very difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Cyril took great pride in his job and was a gentle soul who cared deeply for each student that walked through the halls of Fatima. Thinking of you all as you navigate these difficult days.
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Livia Power lit a candle
Monday, February 24, 2025
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To Pam and family my thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. It is never easy to grieve but keep your memories close as you say farewell. He will always be with you and you will meet again.
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Harry & Rosemarie Murphy posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
Eric & Families, Rosemarie & I are sending our heartfelt condolences to you all. May God give you all the strength to carry on in this time of loss. Cyril will be fondly missed. Rest in heavenly peace Mr. McGrath.
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Gary Dohey posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
Cyril was always a good laugh growing up.
Condolences to Ellen and family.
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Hubert and Rose McGrath posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
Ellen, Pamela, Curtis and Leroy: Rose and I offer our deepest condolences to you on Cyril's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and with all of Cyril's family members at this sad and difficult time.
As we drove out the beautiful Cape Shore on this mild winter's day, my mind travelled back some 37 years ago when Cyril and I sat in my office and discussed his new assignment as maintenance person for Fatima Central High and St. Jude Elementary. Cyril was the consummate maintenance person. Skilled and competent in all areas, his approach was proactive. When he saw a problem it was dealt with before it became a breakdown. He took ownership of the buildings and premises and treated it as he would his own. It was a lucky day for all concerned when he came on board.
But there was another dimension to Cyril that never ceased to amaze me. He had that rare ability to interact , positively, with all the players in the school setting .Whether it was helping a little guy with a knot on his sneaker lace, discussing the Saturday night hockey game with a group of senior students on Monday, morning, a quick run to the store for a canteen item for lunch , helping the kids get their projects set up for the Science Fair - he did it all. You would have trouble fitting it all into a job description but ,nevertheless, it is the stuff that makes a school work and Cyril had that ability - in spades! The teachers looked to Cyril as their "go to" person and he never let them down. And as the school population compressed Cyril was always there to take on new responsibilities and continued to be an integral part of the school's success in dealing with change.
His presence was huge, his accomplishments large . He leaves you a legacy of which you can be so proud- and I assure you he will not be forgotten as he rests in peace
God bless and take care.
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Patricia & George Dohey posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
When I heard off Cyril’s passing I felt so much sorrow. Cyril was a kind and generous person who was always there to help. We had many chats in the morning and many good laughs and Pat Callahan would be there too. Cyril loved a good joke, a good prank and a good laugh. Always there to lend his time and talent - he kept the school going with the many projects he took on. His kindness and concern for the students of Fatima was seen and felt by all. No matter what I asked him to do he said yes, and you never had to remind him - it got done. To Ellen, Curtis, Pamela and Leroy, your memories will help you through the difficult days ahead. Be at peace by dear friend, you deserve it after all your years of service to Fatima Academy and Sacred Heart Parish. Your unselfish giving for others did not go unnoticed. Until we meet again. George & Patricia Dohey
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Barb Leonard-King posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
My heart is breaking after learning today of Cyril's passing. I extend my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to Ellen, Curtis, Pamela, Leroy, and all of Cyril's family, extended family, and friends. I will always treasure my many wonderful memories of this quiet gentle man with the biggest heart, warmest smile, and most delightful sense of humor. It was a privilege to have worked alongside Cyril, and to see his dedication to his job, but more impressively his dedication to the school community. Each student was treated like his own child; each school event was treated like the most important and special occasion ever; and each staff member was made to feel welcome and appreciated. Cyril's pride in, and love for, Fatima was second only to his pride in, and love for, his family. Cyril understood what was important in life, and his was a life well lived. May he rest in peace!
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Jackie Judge posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
Pam and Family, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Hold close your memories to help you get through these tough days.
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Madonna McCarthy posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, February 24, 2025
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So sorry to hear. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Verna and Rick Harvey posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
Ellen and family.
We are sending our love and prayers to all of you as you say goodbye to Cyril. He was a true gentleman and he will be missed by all who knew him. Hold on to all your wonderful memories of your lives together.
Verna and Rick Harvey
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Leona (Connors ) Lake posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
To Ellen and family, our sincere condolences on Cyrils passing..May he rest in peace now
Leona and Dan Lake
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Agnes Meade posted a condolence
Monday, February 24, 2025
My deepest condolences go out to Peggy and McGrath families at.my thoughts and prayers are with the families at this most difficult time in your lives..(RIP)
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Fabian and Sandra Manning posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Sending our sincere condolences to Ellen, Curtis, Pam, Leroy and all the members of the McGrath family on the passing of Cyril. He made a lasting impression on every person he interacted with and our family is no different. Cyril had a kind heart, a warm smile and he was always willing to help out.
Fabian Jr., Mark and Heather have many wonderful memories of Cyril from their days at Fatima Academy whether it was one of the many sporting events, the school concerts and graduations, the breakfast program or Fabian”s favourite, “Cyril”s Workshop.” In Cyril’s own humble and kind way, he taught some very valuable lessons to the many students he dealt with throughout the years.
Whether it was making canteen deliveries to the school, setting up for the annual Garden Party or the many political meetings that were held at Fatima, you could depend on Cyril to be there and have things organized and prepared. He always took great pride in his work but was never too busy to share a story and have a laugh. He will be fondly remembered.
There is no doubt that Cyril’s greatest legacy is his family who he was so very proud of. May the treasured memories you all have be of comfort in the days ahead and may Cyril’s gentle soul Rest In Peace!
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Harold and Joan Tobin Abbotsford BC posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
To Ellen and all the family .
We wish to send our condolences to you all on the passing of Cyril . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time . May he rest in peace .
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Marilyn and Eugene Conway posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Ellen, Curtis, Pam , Leroy and all of Cyril’s family and friends, we are so sorry for your loss. May his gentle soul rest in peace!
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Michelle posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Condolences to Ellen and family. May God Bless you all. RIP Cyril. Clem and Michelle Coffey.
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Joy Norman posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
We are so sorry to hear of Cyril’s passing. We both remember him fondly from our days at Fatima. He always held a smile for everyone and was quick to nod and say “hello.” May his gentle soul rest in peace. Deepest condolences.
Joy Norman & Peter Roche
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Darrol &Delia Wade posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Ellen and family please accept our deepest condolences.R.I.P Cyril
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Christine Mcgrath posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
To Ellen and family and all of Cyril’s brothers and sisters and friends. We are so sorry to hear of Cyril,s passing. Sending our sincere condolences to all of you at this sad and difficult time . It is so hard to lose someone as special and beautiful as Cyril was. Keep your memories close to your heart as we are sure there are many. We are thinking about you all and may GOD Bless your family RIP CYRIL. This is a tremendous loss to your family and to the community as Cyril will be missed. Take care of one another.
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Pam and George posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Pam and George Layden.
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Bernadine Gushue posted a condolence
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Uncle was a gentle soul. He was kind beyond measure. My deepest condolences to Ellen, Curtis, Leroy, and families. May he R.I.P.
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AGNES AND ANDYCAREEN posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, February 22, 2025
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Sincere condolences to Ellen ,Pam ,Curtis and Leroy and all Cyril's brothers and sisters on the passing of this fine gentleman.
Cyril always had a smile and was ready for a conversation , even just very recently we chatted in St .Brides and of course Cyril's reply 'best kind you know' .What a wonderful man to the school and his community at large gone way too soon. No words can help now as you navigate through but I'm sure the legacy he left will help, and make you smile as time moves.
It's a credit to you to Ellen as you accompanied Cyril with a smile just like him .
Thinking of you all .
Rest in complete peace Cyril.
Love Agnes and Andy.
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Mark McGrath posted a condolence
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Condolences to Ellen, Curtis, Pam, Leroy and their families. Nothing but fond memories of Uncle Cyril growing up. Always made us laugh and put a smile on our faces.
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Margie E Coffey posted a condolence
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Sending my deepest condolences to Ellen and her family on Cyril's passing ,to all his siblings and friends .May you all keep your memories close to your hearts and may Cyril RIP!
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Julia Mcgrath posted a condolence
Saturday, February 22, 2025
My memory of Cyril was chats for hours on end at school and over the phone, many laughs , always be remembered, R.I.P
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Mary Power posted a condolence
Saturday, February 22, 2025
To Jerome and family our sincere condolences hold onto your memories
Mary and Pius Power
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Glenda Lundrigan posted a condolence
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Sending my deepest condolences to Ellen and all Cyril's family and friends.
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Melissa Cooper and family posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, February 22, 2025
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Sending condolences to the McGrath family and friends. Sorry to hear of Cyril's passing. He was such a kind and caring person. R.i.p
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Doreen Power posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Ellen & family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending you my deepest condolences
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Yvette Coffey posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Ellen and family,
I am saddened to hear of Cyril’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Yvette Coffey
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Jan and Lorne Green posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Ellen,your children and all of the McGrath family . Sincere condolences to you all during this difficult time. May he rest in peace
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BJ and Yolanda Coffey posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Sincere condolences to all of Cyrcil’s family during this difficult time. May he rest in peace
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Madonna posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Ellen, our deepest condolences to you and all Cyril’s family. Madonna and Mick
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Jerry & Rita Conway posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Condolences to Ellen and family. Jerry & Rita Conway
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Melvin & Adrienne Foley posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Sincere condolences to all the family as you mourn Cyril’s loss; may you find comfort in your treasured family memories in the coming days.
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Randell and Mary Dohey lit a candle
Friday, February 21, 2025
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Deepest Sympathy to all of Cyrils family
He was a very kindhearted person.
May his soul RIP
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Jim & Bernice Bartlett lit a candle
Friday, February 21, 2025
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Our condolences to Cyril’s family on his passing. ❤️
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Annie and Francis McGrath lit a candle
Friday, February 21, 2025
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Shocked and Saddened to hear about Cyril. I know there are no words that can ease your pain, just know that I’ll always be here for you no matter what. I cannot imagine the pain and heartache you all are feeling. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this sad time. Cyril was an amazing person who was liked by all that knew him. Sending you an abundance of love.
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Martin and Maud Coffey posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Sincere condolences to all Cyril’s family.
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Elizabeth Lundrigan posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Ellen and all of Cyril,s family.I am sorry to hear of Cyril,s passing.Thinking about you during this difficult time
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Maryanne McGrath posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Sincere condolences to the McGrath family on the passing of your loved one. From the postings he was a very well loved man. May you find comfort from the love and sympathy of family and friends. May he RIP. Maryanne.
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NORA ENGLISH posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Ellen and all the McGrath family……sending condolences on Cyril’s passing. May he Rest in Peace.
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Wanda and Walter Careen lit a candle
Friday, February 21, 2025
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Sending our deepest sympathies to Ellen, Curtis, Pam , Leroy and their families at this sad time. I have fond memories of Cyril from Fatima and as a farm friend. He was so good to the students at Fatima , our daughter was so fond of him as he would peel her apple at recess or make sure her bagel was toasted to perfection. He was always there to lend a helping hand or have a chat. Cherish all the loving memories you have and may god give you strength as you navigate the days ahead!
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Bill and Carmel Conway posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
Ellen and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of Cyril. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Bill and Carmel Conway
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Jeanine Tremblett posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about Cyril's passing. It's impossible to remember Fatima with out remembering Cyril's kind and helpful presence. Bless all of your broken hearts. Sincerest condolences.
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Carol Morrissey posted a condolence
Friday, February 21, 2025
To Ellen, Curtis, Pamela, Leroy and to all of Cyril’s family and friends, we would like to offer our deepest condolences on the passing of such a fine man. The memories we all have of Cyril are so numerous and each and everyone of them causes us to smile or laugh. When I came to Fatima in 1993, Cyril was one of the first people I will always remember for his love of “Fatima and his Family”. One of my greatest memories I have of Cyril is when I started the Breakfast program at Fatima. He took on that like his own personal mission. Every morning he would lay out a breakfast buffet and make sure everyone had more than enough to eat. Then the entertainment that went along with that, no student or teacher will ever forget. With his sidekick, Pat Callahan alongside him every morning, we all started the day no doubt, with the most memorable moments.
Cyril did everything for everyone. I cannot even begin to start sharing his impact on everyone’s life. But I will be forever indebted to him for the way he helped every child at Fatima, including my own children. Cyril had no favourites. He loved them all. But his greatest love was for his family. He loved you all so much. We’ll always remember Cyril. He left such a heartwarming legacy with his family and I’ll miss him too. Sending love and prayers to you all. Fly high with your other angels my friend. Thank you for so many great memories.
Carol, Rodney, Kyle, Jonathan and Kristen Morrissey
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Harold and Joan Tobin Abbotsford BC posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
To Ellen and all the family .
We wish to send our condolences to you all on the passing of Cyril . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time . May he rest in peace. Love to you all . Harold and Joan
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Nellie Moore posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
So sorry to hear of Cyril 's passing. My sincere condolences going out to you Ellen and the family.Wiil keep you in my prayers.May his gentle soul rest in Peace.
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Nadine and Karl Griffiths posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
To Cyril’s family, we are so sorry for your unimaginable loss. It was an huge privilege to work with Cyril at Fatima Academy, he always greeted you with a smile. Our heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you strength, comfort, and peace in the days ahead. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nadine and Karl Griffiths
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Ellen, Curtis, Pamela, Leroy and family, I was so saddened to hear this news today. Cyril has been a part of my life since I began teaching at Fatima Academy in 1993. Over the years he has not only been a colleague but a valued friend. When I became principal in 2010, Cyril was a person I depended on greatly. He took great pride in all things Fatima and went well above what was part of his position of custodian. He was lead on graduation decorating, ran off school card games, took care of the Breakfast Program and canteen, built many items for school, and the list goes on. He was instrumental to our school. He was loved by students and staff and he will be deeply missed.
On behalf of myself, Paul, Mollie and Annie, I offer our heartfelt condolences on your great loss. May he rest from his labours for his good deeds go with him. May he rest in peace.
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Georgina& Bert Tobin posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
To: Ellen & Family, Sincere Condolences on the passing of Cyril.
May all the Wonderful Memories, Comfort you at this sad time.
Rest in Peace Cyril.
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Barry and Tonya Kehoe posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Our deepest condolences to you all on the passing of your beloved Husband, Dad, Pop, Brother and Friend. We will always remember Cyril for his kindness and joking ways. Our thoughts and prayers are with you xx
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Thursday, February 20, 2025
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Aunt Ellen, Curtis, Pam, Leroy and families - I am so very sorry for your loss. Cyril was a man of few words and many head shakes. Many fond memories of our weekends on the shore at Nannie’s of him, and most involved his beloved sheep and cows, and him always going in his rubber boots. Hold your memories close. Sending love and strength for the coming days
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Doreen Coffey posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Condolences to Ellen and the family of the late Cyril McGrath.
May he Rest In Peace and Fly High with the Angels.
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Paulette Nash posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Ellen, so very, very sorry to hear of Cyril’s passing. The two of you were so united. Sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Thursday, February 20, 2025
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Deepest sympathy to Ellen and family and all of the McGrath families on the passing of Cyril. May he rest in peace.
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Ben&ElizTobin posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
To Ellen&Family so sorry to hear of Cyril'S passing.our thoughts &prayers are with you all at this difficult time.Ben&ElizTobin
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Jackie & Ken Nash posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Ellen & family, we are so sorry to hear about Cyril’s passing. May all your memories make those next few days much easier for all of you. We will be thinking of you all during this very difficult time. Jackie & Ken Nash
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Marie Alderman posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Dear Ellen and Family
Please except our sincere sympathy on the passing of Cyril. He was a very kind caring man. May the memories you share help you in the days a head. Love and Condolences to all of you .Marie and David Alderman
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Yvonne and Roy Careen posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
So sorry to hear of Cyril’s passing. Condolences to all the family. Thinking of you all. So very sad. … Roy and Yvonne
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Evelyn Lundrigan posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Sorry to hear of Cyril’s passing. A big loss especially to his family and indeed the entire community. Blessings and Peace to all. Evelyn
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Thursday, February 20, 2025
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Dale Lambe posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
So sorry to hear this news. A true gentleman who was so important to the Fatima Academy community and was so proud of his children. Sending my love to all of you during this difficult time.
Dale Lambe
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Linda&Melinda Dohey posted a condolence
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Deepest sympathy to the McGrath families. So sorry to hear about Cyril’s passing. May he rest in peace.
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