The passing of Ambrose Brophy

The Diary has been informed of the death of Ambrose (Amby) Brophy, Brigadier General Retd, of Old Kilcullen, and formerly of Tinryland, Co Carlow, on 29 November 2020 in in the gentle care of the Curragh Lawns Nursing Home.

Predeceased by his wife Brigid (Bea), his passing is deeply regretted by his brothers Cormac and Anto, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, military colleagues and a wide circle of friends.

A private family funeral will take place due to advice on public gatherings. Removal from Anderson & Leahy Funeral Home, Newbridge, to arrive at the Church of the Sacred Heart & St Brigid’s Church, Kilcullen for 11am Mass on Wednesday. Funeral afterwards to St Brigid’s Cemetery, Kilcullen. The funeral Mass will be live-streamed on www.mcnmedia.tv.

May he rest in peace.