James Stanley died peacefully in the wonderful care of doctors, nurses and all the staff of Midland’s Regional Hospital, Portlaoise. James also enjoyed the wonderful care of his many carers that supported him from Comfort Homecare at home. 
James beloved husband of the late Thomasena (Ena) Stanley ( née Hodgins), loving father of Trevor, Dawn ( Turner), Avril, Declan, Baden and Gail( McDermott).

Sadly missed by his grandchildren Claire ( McDonald), Brian, Jonathan, Luke, Bethany, Kate ( Maughan) and Graham , his great grandchildren Abi, Rosie, George, Maya and Grace, daughters-in-law Carol and Avril, sons-in-law Bill Turner and Willie McDermott, his brother Arthur, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Safe in the arms of Jesus.

Reposing at O’Sullivan’s funeral home Rathdowney ( Eircode R32 NY24) on Saturday evening June 6th. 2026 from 5 o’clock pausing for prayer at 7.30. Removal on Sunday afternoon to St. Andrew’s Church of Ireland, Rathdowney arriving for funeral service at 3 o’clock. Interment afterwards in Killermogh Cemetery. 
Messages of condolence can be placed on the page provided below. Family flowers only please. James’s funeral service can be viewed by pressing the link to follow.

House private please.