Des Whelan

Ardcarney, Ruan, Co. Clare and formerly of Toonagh.

Des passed away on the 3rd June 2026, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, in his 89th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Ann, brothers Michael, Billy and Gus and his sister Maureen. Sadly missed by his son Mike, daughter Martina, son-in-law Fergal, grandchildren Michelle, Triona, Connor and Chloe, greatgrandchildren Rían, Éanna and Éabha, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours, friends and carers.

Funeral Arrangements Reposing at St. Marys Church, Ruan, on Thursday (4th June) from 5.30 pm until 7 pm. Funeral Mass Friday (5th June) at 11 am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only please.

House private please.

May He Rest in Peace

Des’ Funeral Mass can be viewed live on the Imeall Boirne Parishes Facebook Page.

Messages of sympathy can be left in the condolences section below or sent privately to Kennedy’s Funeral Directors by post or emailed to [email protected]