Michael Cahalan

Michael-Cahalan

Convent Hill Crescent, Ballina, Co. Mayo – peacefully on May 14th 2025, surrounded by his loving family and in the wonderful care of the staff of St Patrick’s Ward, University Hospital Galway.

Predeceased by his beloved parents, Pat and Mary.

Beloved husband of Anne, dearly loved father of Brendan and Paul, and cherished father-in-law of Patricia and Irene. Adored grandfather of Daire, Lauren, Conall, Aoibhinn and Crevan.

He will be sadly missed by his sisters Marie and Anne, brothers Patsy, Murt and Seamus, grand-aunt Kathleen, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, godchildren, extended family, neighbours, and his many dear friends.

Mike was a kind and gentle man who gave his time freely to others. He loved nothing more than a good chat, meeting his friends, and spending precious time with his grandchildren. His presence brought comfort and calm, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Reposing at Our Lady’s Chapel, Lackagh (H65N129) on Friday evening, 16th May from 6.30pm until 8.00pm.

Funeral Mass in the Church of Our Lady of Knock, Lackagh (H65N129) on Saturday at 11.00am with burial afterwards in New Cemetery, Bohermore.

Mass will be live-streamed on Lackagh Church Live YouTube Channel and also broadcast on parish radio, 106.9 FM.

The Lord called him home,

his earthly journey complete.

He walked with kindness and faith,

and now rests in the arms of Jesus.

 

Published On: May 15th, 2025

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Mary Walsh
4 weeks ago

Heartfelt sympathy to Michael’s wife and family. Fond memories of our time in Asahi and meeting occasionally for a chat. A kind and gentle person, may he rest in peace

Martin& Breege O’Hara, Knockmore.
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Anne,Brendan,Paul and all extended families on the sad passing of Michael.A true gentleman,always up for a chat while having his haircut or where ever you meet him.May is gent soul rest in peace 🙏.

Teresa Gallagher Crossmolina
1 month ago

Condolences to Ann , Brendan , Paul & extended family on the sad passing of Mike . My thoughts & prayers are with you at this very difficult time . May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace.

Gerry & Marian Hickey
1 month ago

Sincere sympathies to Anne, Brendan, Paul & extended family on the sad passing of Michael. May his gentle soul Rest in peace

Jimmy and Patricia Browne Ballina
1 month ago

Our sympathies to Ann, Brendan, Paul & partners, Mike’s siblings, extended family and his grandchildren.
A kind and gentle man.
Rest easy.

Jimmy, Mary, Andrea, Victoria & Leigh Whittington
1 month ago

For all the wonderful years of friendship, we thank you Mike. We will miss you so much, your smile, your gentle voice, your kindness and your constant, unwavering support.
Dearest Ann, Brendan and Paul – sending our heartfelt condolences, and love to you all, at this enormously sad time. Mike was a fine man, one of life’s true gentlemen, and a wonderful friend down through the years. Rest easy dear Mike – until we meet again.

Brendan OHora
1 month ago

Condolences to Michael’s Family

Pj mulderrig
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the cahalan families on the passing of Michael may he rest in peace

Tony and Elizabeth Robinson
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Anne and the wider Cahalan family. Have known Mike since his times in Asahi and as neighbours in Convent Hill, one of life’s gentlemen was a pleasure to have known him. May he rest in peace.

Richard & Maura Walsh Lahardane
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to the Anne, Brendan & Paul & all the Cahalan family on the passing of Michael. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. A true gentleman. May Michael Rest in Peace.

Vincent and Lena Ahearn Ballina
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to the Cahalan family on the passing of Michael

Peter & Sheila Regan
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Cahalan family on the death of Michael. Lovely man. May he rest in peace.

Michael and Joyce cronin
1 month ago

So sad to hear of Michael’s passing,he was a pleasure to meet and chat with.sincere condolences to all his family,may he rest in peace

Patrick Conway, Bunnawillian
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Mikes family, friends and neighbours.
We had many good days working together at the Peat briquette factory in Muingmore.
Rest in Peace Mike.

John and Mary Goodwin
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Cahalan family on the death of Michael A real gentleman worked with him during the Asahi days May he rest in peace

Jimmy O’DONNELL
1 month ago

My condolences to Anne and the Callahan family. I will remember Michael as one of life’s true gentlemen. May he Rest in Peace.

Ann,Tommy,Emma Canavan.
1 month ago

So saddened to hear of Mike’s passing ,our thoughts are with you Ann,Brendan ,Paul and Mike’s extended family memenbers..Beautiful memories of Mike when he and Ann used to mind Emma when she was a baby, Mike had such a kind gentle, warm way about him…Rest in peace Mike xxxx

Michael and Monica Clarke, Rehins, Rathnaconeen, Ballina
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Anne, Brendan, Paul and the extended Cahalan family on the sad passing of Mike. May he rest in peace.

Miah, Anne, Alan & Lorna Dennehy
1 month ago

Dear Anne, Brendan, Paul & Families, we are truly heartbroken to have lost a wonderful family friend & godfather to Lorna. It was an absolute pleasure to have Mike’s company at numerous family events, the long drives on Bank Holidays & our annual Christmas Eve get-togethers. We will miss Mike dearly. May he Rest in Peace now his pain is over. Miah, Anne, Alan & Lorna xxxx

Carmel Ruane
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Anne, Brendan, Paul & extended Cahalan family on the sad passing of
Michael.He was a lovely friendly man.May he rest in peace.

Michael and Bernie Hogan.
1 month ago

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Michael, our deepest sympathies to his Family and his many friends.

Seamus and Joan Callaghan Crossmolina
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to all of Michael’s family, friends and neighbours. Michael was one of life’s true gentlemen.
Great memories from Asahi days. May his kind and gentle soul Rest in Eternal Peace.

Billy & Marion Gallagher, Manulla Castlebar
1 month ago

Deepest Sympathy to you Ann, Brendan ,and Paul , and all the Catalan Family on the sad passing of Mike , Our thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time . May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Lovely memories of living in Convent Hill .

Michelle Kenny
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Cahalan family on the sad passing of Michael.. He was an absolute gentleman, he always had a smile and a kind word.. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Brendan & Patsy Forde ,Knockmore
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy on the death of a true gentleman to all his family, I like all of those who worked with him in Asahi looked forward to meeting him as you were always sure of a good humoured and friendly chat. He will be missed, May he Rest in Eternal Peace.

Kevin. Murphy
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Cahalan Family on the passing of Michael,got to know him many years ago. at meetings of B C U. May he rest in peace.

Padraig Doyle
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to his wife Anne and family. A true gentleman who I had the pleasure of meeting and working with in a local voluntary organisation some years ago. May he Rest in Peace

Francie and Claire Murphy Banagher Carrowmore Lacken
1 month ago

We are so very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. What an absolute gentleman.
Huge condolences to Ann and the boys, Brendan and Paul, and his grandchildren.
May his gentle soul rest in peace

Kevin and Margaret Flaherty 20 Convent Hill Crescent
1 month ago

So sorry to hear the passing of Mike, sincere condolences to Ann and family RiP

Peter & Margaret Sheridan, Corcoran Tce; Ballina.
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Anne, Brendan, Paul and the extended Cahalan family on the passing of your beloved Mike. He was a gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace..

Tommy and Nuala Durkan. Bohernasup
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Anne Brendan Paul and all the Cahalan family on the passing of Mike. He was a gentleman and many a long chat and banter we had about the football in Rouses Bar over the years. God rest his gentle soul and comfort you all at this difficult time.

Michael & Geraldine Naughton,Convent Hill, Ballina.
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Ann, Brendan, and Paul and all the extended Cahalan family on the sad passing of your dear husband, father, brother Michael a real gentleman,who always loved to chat, and who will be missed by all in Convent Hill, may his gentle soul rest in peace.

John & Teresa Douglas & Family, Convent Hill Crescent
1 month ago

Deepest Sympathies To The Cahalan Family On The Passing Of Mike Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You And All Your Families May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace xxxx

Tony & Dorothy Melody
1 month ago

Ann. Sad to hear about Mike. Deepest sympathy to you and all your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Aidan Connolly
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to the Cahalan family. May Michael rest in peace.
A true gentleman

John and Madia Diamond.
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Anne and family on the sad passing of Michael. He was one of life’s true gentlemen. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Marrtin Tighe Ballina.
1 month ago

Condolences to Cahalane family on the death of Michael RIP.

Gus McManamon
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Cahalan family on the loss of Michael. Fond memories of our days together in Asahi. May he rest in peace.

P.J & Majella Kenny
1 month ago

We would like to offer our deepest sympathy to the Cahalan family on the passing of Michael. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Caroline Kenny
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Anne, Brendan, Paul and the extended Cahalan family on the sad loss of Michael. A true gentleman. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

John & Valerie Gallagher, Ballina.
1 month ago

Our sincere sympathy to the Cahalan family on the passing of Michael. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Ray and Cathy Foley
1 month ago

Very sad to hear of Michael’s passing. A lovely guy. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. May Michael rest in peace.

Mary Gallagher Convent Hill
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy To Ann Brendan and Paul and all the Cahalan family on the sad passing of your dear husband and father Michael . A real gentleman who always loved to chat may Michael kind and gentle soul now rest in peace may god comfort you Ann and family at this sad and difficult time

Sean McDonnell.
1 month ago

Condolences to Mike’s family and friends on his sad passing, worked with him in Asahi and play football under his management with Asahi, great memories and a great guy. Rest in peace Mike.

Gerry Casey.
1 month ago

So sad to hear of Michael passing.Deepest sympathy to Anne Brendan and Paul’s families and extended families friends and neighbours.enjoyed many a laugh and chats when working in Asahi.Michael was a true gentleman and always had a kind and caring way about him.Rest in peace peace Mike.

John Dodd
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Mikes wife & family, I worked with Mike in Asahi and have great memories of quiz nights out. May he rest in peace.

Padraic&Anne Jackson
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Anne Brendan and Paul on the passing of Mike a real gentleman may he rest in peace

Gerard,Mary and Elizabeth Reilly Convent Hill Crescent
1 month ago

We offer our sincere sympathy to Anne,Brendan and Paul on the death of Michael.
May Michael Rest in Peace

Iggy & Carmel Dunleavy, Killala
1 month ago

Our condolences to Mike’s wife and family. I worked with Mike for many years in Asahi and always enjoyed the chat whenever we’d meet after it closed. May his soul rest in peace

Michael and Eleanor Ormsby, Ballina
1 month ago

Dearest Anne, Brendan and Paul,, am so sorry to hear the sad news of Mike’s passing
he was such a gentle man,
a lovely neighbour, never ever saw him in bad form, always a hello and that smile,
Mike will have a special place in heaven, rest easy Mike, may his gentle soul Rest In Peace 🙏

Jerome and Jacinta Tuohy Bonniconlon
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Anne, Brendan and Paul on the death of Michael, an absolute gentleman may he rest in peace.

Tommy Ginley, Bonniconlon
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Cahalan family on the death of Michael, may he rest in peace,

Maurice Devaney Enniscrone
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Michaels family and friends worked with him in Asahi and he was a real gentleman may his gentle soul rest in peace

Sandra & Martin Melia Ex Convent Hill Residence .
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Anne and Family on the passing of Michael . May his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Margaret and Ray Reddington
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to the Cahalan family of the death of Michael. Such a gentleman and always ready for a chat. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace. God comfort his family at this sad time.

Jean Forbes
1 month ago

My deepest sympathy to you Anne and your sons and Michael’s siblings and the extended families, no truer words has been wrote about Michael than those above.
Michael rest in peace with God.

Gerry o connor
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy on the passing of Michael ,many good memories of our days in asahi,may he rest in peace

Pauline and Aidan Walsh
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy Ann and family on Mike’s passing. Mike was a gentleman, May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Basil & Maureen MacHale.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Anne Brendan Paul & all the Cahalan family on the sad passing of Mike .He was a real gentleman & will be greatly missed by all who new him .May Mike’s gentle soul rest in peace .

Jack Breen
1 month ago

My deepest sympathy to Michael’s wife and family i worked with him for almost twenty years and a nicer or kinder person you could not meet may he rest in eternal peace

Noel andMajella Coleman
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Cahalan family on the death of Michael May he Rest In Peace A Gentleman

Brendan Blaine
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Anne and family on Michael’s passing a gentleman.

Martin & Bernie Mullaney, Enniscrone.
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Anne & family, and extended families on the sad passing of Michael, May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Pamela Jenny Avril McAndrew (Ex Tony McAndrew)
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Anne Brendan Paul & the extended Cahalan Family.

Gerry Shally
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Sincere sympathy to Anne & family on the passing of Mike, a dear friend & colleague. May he rest in peace. Gerry Shally (ex Asahi)

Jimmy & Emms Kelly, Straide
1 month ago

Sad to hear of the passing of Mick. Condolence to Anne and all the family. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Brendan Doyle
1 month ago

Condolences to the Cahalan family on the passing of Mike. Worked with him in Lotus in Sligo many years ago. A gentleman.

Gerry Heneghan and family Shanaghy Heights Ballina
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to the Cahalan family on the sad passing of Michael. Michael was a lovely friendly gentleman. He loved the banter when Ballina Town played a Galway club or when Galway played Mayo. He will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Eamon and Mary Crean
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Anne, Brendan, Paul, Patricia and Irene, brothers and sisters, and his adored grandchildren and extended family,on the very sad passing of Mike he was such a lovely man always in good humour no matter what, he will be sadly missed

Gerry & Bridie Kenny
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to
Anne,Brendan, Paul and the extended family on the sad passing of Michael may his kind & gentle soul rest in peace

Andrew and Valerie Morrell
1 month ago

Our Sincere Condolences to the Cahalan family on the sad passing of Michael may his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Kathleen Castro
1 month ago

Sincere sympathies to Michael’s family and extended families on their sad loss. May Michael’s soul rest in peace 🙏

Jack. Breen
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Michael’s wife and family. I worked with him for almost twenty years he a very sincere man may he rest in peace

Christopher Ormsby
1 month ago

My sincerest & heartfelt condolences to Ann & the boys, Michael was a true gentleman couldn’t have asked for a better neighbor

Kevin & Mary McLoughlin
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Anne, Brendan, Paul and extended families on the sad passing of Michael. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

Barry and Gabrielle Donnelly
1 month ago

So sorry to hear of the sad passing of Michael. He was a true gentleman. Michel and I did some partime work together in the Credit Union years ago. It was a pleasure to work with him and to have known him.
Sincere condolences to his wife Anne and extended family members Rest in peace Michael. 🙏🙏

John, Teresa & Charmaine Douglas
1 month ago

Deepest Sympathies To The Cahalan Family On The Passing Of Mike Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You And All Your Families May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace xxxx

Martin And Helen Cawley Ex Asahi
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Ann Brendan and Paul and extended Cahalan family on the sad passing of Michael, it was always such a pleasure to chat to michael he was a perfect gentleman kind and good natured, one of life’s true gentleman, may michael soul rest in peace

Martin and Madge Lynn Killala
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to the Cahalan Family on the passing of Michael , great chats, great memories working together in Asahi, a true gentleman, Lord rest him.

Residence of Convent Hill
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Anne his sons and all Michael family on his sad passing A lovely gentleman may he rest in peace

Michael Conmy, Belmullet ( formerly Asahi)
1 month ago

My deepest sympathy to Michael’s wife Anne and family and all who had the pleasure of knowing Michael on your great loss. I haven’t met Michael in years but my memories of him was of a lovely kind and friendly man. May God rest his gentle soul. Gone too soon.

Gerry& Nonie McGee, Carrowmore Lacken.
1 month ago

Sympathy to all his family, I remember so well in Asahi
Michael RIP

Michael and Joan, Langan Ardagh
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to the Cahalan Family on the passing of Michael , great chats we had working together in Asahi, a true gentleman, Lord rest him.

Christy and Josephine O’Connell
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Anne and family on the sad passing of Michael. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May Michael’s gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Myra and Brendan Mc Cafferty Ex Convent Hill Avenue.
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Ann and family on the sad passing of Mike. Met him a few times in UHG and was always delighted to have the chat. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers over the coming days. May Mike rest easy in his new heavenly bed. Rest in peace Mike.

John and mgt Murphy convent hill ave
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Anne Brendan Paul and there family’s May he Rest In Peace the

John sheehan
1 month ago

Deepest condolencesto mikes family he was a true gentleman. He was also a great coworker in asahi, may he rest in peace

Padraic and Kathleen Lynn, Convent Hill
1 month ago

Deepest Sympathy to Anne, Brendan, Paul and to the extended Cahalan Family on the sad passing of Michael. He was a lovely neighbour in Convent Hill. May His Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Noreen Quinn MUH
1 month ago

My deepest condolences to the Cahalan family on the sad loss of michael, always a chat when I seen him in the hospital. May he rest in peace, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Con and Marie Jackson
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Michael’s family on his passing may his gentle soul rest in peace

Tom McAndrew, Belmullet
1 month ago

Sorry to hear the news of Mike’s passing. We worked together for a few years in Geesala, a lovely gentleman. Deepest sympathy to his wife Anne and all the family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dilis.

Kieran & Eileen Rouse
1 month ago

Sincere Condolences on the passing of Michael. He was a wonderful character and it was great to be in company.
May his gentle soul now rest in peace

Frances & Emma Humber, Convent Hill Avenue.
1 month ago

Our sincere condolences to Anne, Brendan, Paul, and the extended family on the passing of Mike. May he rest in peace.

Kieran & Mary Ruddy
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Anne Brendan & Paul on the sad passing of your beloved Michael.
He was always friendly and a perfect gentleman.
May his soul rest in peace and may God comfort all his loving family.

Noel Dodd and Joan Corry
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathies to Anne, Brendan and Paul and their families on the death of Michael. May his soul rest in peace

CHRIS & MAURA BIRRANE.
1 month ago

Our Deepest condolences to
Ann. Brendan & Paul on the sad passing of Michael.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Patrick & Mary McGoldrick, Ex Convent Hill
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Cahalan family on the passing of Michael. May he Rest in Peace.

Barry and Hilary Murphy
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Anne, Brendan and Paul on the passing of Mike. He was a gentleman and a great man to talk to. He will be missed by us all in Convent Hill Crescent, may his gentle soul rest in peace.

Bernie Thompson
1 month ago

My sincere to Anne Brendan Paul and extended family on the death of Michael he was a lovely gentleman and a pleasure to meet may God comfort you at this time and may Michael rest in peace .

David and Mary Butler
1 month ago

So sad to hear of the passing of michael, a true gentleman, and work colleague in Asahi years ago. condolences to Anne and family may his gentle soul rest in peace. R.I.P.

Marion Mattimoe
1 month ago

Deepest sympathies to Anne, Brendan. Paul and extended family on the sad passing of Michael. A gentleman. Had a great chat with him a few weeks ago in Castlebar. May he rest in peace.

Tom & Marian Langan Castlebar
1 month ago

We are very saddened to learn of Mike’s death. He was a good friend and colleague for many years. Our deepest sympathies to Anne and family. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Lorraine Igoe
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to his wife Anne, sons Brendan and Paul & extended members of the Cahalan family. May his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Fiona Dodd
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Anne, Brendan, Paul & Mike’s extended family on his passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sean & Marie Mc Donagh Ballina
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Anne, Brendan and Paul and the extended Cahalan family on the sad passing of Michael. He was a great neighbour when we lived in Convent Hill and we always had a good chat and a laugh when we’d meet. May his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Pat Lavelle, Galway
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Family on Michael’s passing, May he Rest in Peace.

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