PJ (John) Gavin

PJ-Gavin

Gortaruaun, Belcarra, Castlebar and late of Leitir, Islandeady (18th June, 2025) – peacefully in the intensive care unit in the Galway Clinic, after a short illness borne with great dignity, surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his parents Martin and Margaret Gavin (Leitir, Islandeady) and infant sister Catherine.

Deeply regretted by his heartbroken family, wife Eileen (née O’Donnell), daughters Zara and Jenny, son James, grandsons Senan and Leo, father-in-law Jim, mother-in-law Maura, sisters Noreen (Staunton, Castlebar), Eileen (Corcoran, Westport), Mary (Hanbury, Castlebar), Teresa (Garrivan, Westport), Anne (Gallagher, Westport), Pauline (Sloan, England), Margaret (Holland, Westport), Joan (Kenny, Castlebar), brothers James (Gavin, Westport) and Martin (Gavin, Leitir), brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, son-in-law, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May he rest in Peace

PJ will repose in Belcarra Community Centre on Friday (20th June) from 4pm with removal at 6.30pm to his residence.

Funeral cortege will arrive to St. Anne’s Church, Belcarra on Saturday (21st June) at 10.15a.m for Requiem Mass at 11a.m.

PJ will be laid to rest afterwards in Guesdian Cemetery, Belcarra.

House strictly private please.

Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Irish Lung Fibrosis Association

https://ilfa.ie/donate/

Anyone wishing to offer their sympathies to the family can leave a message by clicking on the “Condolences” link below.

Enquiries to Thomas Moran & Sons, Castlebar 087 2364598 / 094 90 21231

Published On: June 19th, 2025

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Raymond & Geraldine Clarke killala (Bus Eireann Ballina))
2 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy to PJ’s Wife Eileen, his Daughters Zara and Jenny, and Son James.
To The Extended Gavin and O’Donnell families. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this very sad moment in time.
I had the privilege of Pj as a work colleague, What A Gentleman, he was one of life’s finest.
i can’t believe he has Passed.He will be Sadly and Greatly missed.
May his Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Joe O’Donnell
2 weeks ago

I was very sad to hear the news of PJ passing. He was a lovely man. My condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny and James.

Caroline Walsh (Vantive)
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to you Joan and all Gavin family. May Pj rest in peace 🙏.

Eithne Doory
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy Eileen and family on your sudden loss. I missed PJ’s funeral due to family commitments but thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.

Geraldine Wilson (Kennedy), Swinford
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and all the Gavin family on your very sad loss. May PJ rest in peace 🙏

Ann McHugh, Turlough, Castlebar.
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy Eileen, Zara, Jenny & James and all the Gavin & O’Donnell family on the sad passing of PJ. Thinking of you all at this difficult & lonely time. May P.J Rest in Peace

Padraic & Mary Connor, Logaphuill.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathies to you Eileen and all the Gavin family on the sad, sudden passing of PJ. May he rest in eternal peace

Michael and Breege Salmon Brackloon
3 weeks ago

Our Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the sad passing of P.J may his gentle soul rest in peace

Gerard Dunleavy ( B.É Ballina)
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to the Gavin family on the passing of PJ, may his soul rest in peace.

Christina(Ward)and Cyril Foy Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy to all the Gavin families on the passing of John,may his gentle soul rest in peace.

Esther Pj Henry & family Sheeaune
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen & family the Gavin family and all PJ’S extended relatives and friends. God rest his soul. Thinking of you at this sad time.

Charlie & Anne Reilly
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James and all the extended Gavin and O’Dpnnell families on the sad passing of PJ. May God comfort you all in the days and months ahead. May his kind and gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Padraic & Breege Joyce
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Martin & all the Gavin & ODonnell family’s on the passing of John.May he Rest in Peace.

Anne Horan
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen and family on the sad passing of P.J. May he rest in Peace.

Padraig /Dorothy Flynn
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy to all the Gavin Family

Michael and Maureen Maughan
3 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy to Eileen Zara Jenny James and all the extended Gavin and O Donnell Family on the Death of PJ May He Rest In Peace

Martin and Maria Calvey Westport
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to The Gavin Family and extended Family. May PJ Rest in Peace.

Michael Noonan and Marion Joyce
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the gavin family on the passing of pj may he rest in peace

Michael & Mary O Boyle Letir Islandeaddy
3 weeks ago

Our Sincere sympathy to Eileen & family and all the Gavin family on the sad passing of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May he rest in peace

Liz O’Malley
3 weeks ago

My deepest condolences to the Gavin and O’Donnell families on the sad passing of P.J. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace!

Brian and Eileen Colgan
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen and all the Gavin family on the sad passing of P.J.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Eamonn & Mary kelly , fahy , westport
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to the Gavin family on the passing of PJ
May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace and May God comfort you all at this sad time

Lisa kelly MCL
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Eilleen, James and all the family on the passing of PJ. Thinking of you all at this time. May he rest in peace.

Gerry and Catriona Doyle
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gavin family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace

Pat and Ann Graven & family, Leitir
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy to John’s family, his Sisters and brothers and their families on Johns passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Stephen and Tracey Kenny
3 weeks ago

Our condolences to the Gavin family on the passing of John.
May he Rest In Peace.

Maurice and Delia O Malley nee Fadden Roslahan
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and family and the extended O Donnell family on the passing of pj.May he rest in peace

Amy Bell
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of his passing. Condolences to all the family. May he Rest in Peace.

Phonsie Mcloughlin ex Bus Eireann Ballina
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gavin family on the death of PJ. May he rest in peace.

Mary and Vincent McNulty, Tiernaur
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Noreen, Ann and the extended Gavin family on the sad passing of P.J. May he rest in peace.

Sarah jennings
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy to all the Gavin family on the passing of Pj, may he rest in peace 🙏

Margaret kenny
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathies, to Joan and all the Gavin family on the passing of PJ, may he rest in peace.

James Gill
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Joan and extended Gavin family on the John’s death. May he rest in peace.

Mary & Mike Slattery & family , Kilmeena
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Ann, John ,Sean ,Aine and all The Gavin family on your sad loss .
May PJ rest in peace .

Padraig Mary Golden Carrowholly
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eillen Zara,James,Jenny .The Gavin family on the death of PJ May he rest in peace

Peter & Peg Moran Breaffy
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen, son , daughter, grandchildren & extended family. May PJ rest in peace

Shelly O Grady (Bus Éireann Westport)
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen, Zara, James and Jenny and to all the Gavin Family on the passing of PJ i had the pleasure of working with PJ he was an absolute gentleman. May he rest in peace

Joann Joyce
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Joan and all the extended Gavin family on the death of PJ. Thinking of ye all at this difficult time . May his soul rest in peace

Marian Flatley MCL Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

My sincere sympathy Eileen, James, Zara, Jenny and family on the sad passing of PJ. Thinking of you all at this sad time. RIP PJ

Anne & Joe Corcoran, Ballyglass, Westport
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen & family and all the Gavin family on the sad passing of John. May he rest in peace

Joe and Lorraine mcnulty
3 weeks ago

Very sorry to hear of pj passing rip

Tony & Margaret Garrivan & family Drummin westport
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to the Gavin family and extended family on the passing of P J .
May he rest in peace

Martin and Anne Calvey lanmore
3 weeks ago

sincere sympathy to the family of John. Ann and Margaret and Martin thinking of ye and other siblings at this sad time for you all. May his soul rest in peace.

Lorraine Costello Julian
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and family on the sad passing of PJ. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. May PJ rest in peace 🙏

Mary Donoghue Achill
3 weeks ago

Condolence to all the family on the passing of P J may he rest in peace

Patrick & Donna-Marie Moyles (Bus Eireann Ballina)
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the sad passing of PJ. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Carmel Mc Menamin, Belclare
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Teresa & extended Gavin family on the John’s death. May he rest in peace.

Gertie Loftus Bohola
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen and family on the very sad passing of PJ. Ye are in my thoughts and prayers. May PJ have the best seat with the angels in heaven

Noel and Brenda Moran Cloggernagh Islandeady
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family, and all the Gavin family, and extended families on your very sad loss of PJ, May he Rest In Peace

Denis & Josephine McNamara
3 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James & all the extended Gavin and O’Donnell families on the death of PJ.
May he Rest in Peace.

Mary Gallagher, Killaturley, Swinford
3 weeks ago

Eileen, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear husband PJ. Condolences to all your family and extended families.. May PJ rest in peace

Anne caughlin 12parnell court golf course rd westport
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the sad passing of PJ. A absolute gentleman when I would travel on the bus..Always had a kind word about my family. Rest in peace PJ.

Jason Barnes
3 weeks ago

Sincere Condolences to Joan and Family.on your sad loss of Pj.
May he rest in peace

Michael carroll
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and the Gavin family on the passing of PJ. May he rest in peace.

Michael and Noeleen Farragher Clooneen.
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to Eileen and all the Gavin family at Pj’s untimely passing.May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Patricia Gannon
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of John’s passing Thinking of you all at this sad time The Gannon Family Kilmeena.

John Ryan & family, Balla
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathies to Eileen, Parade, Jenny, James and the O’Donnell and Gavin families on the sudden passing of PJ. RIP

James O’Hora Bus Eireann
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen and to all the Gavin Family on the sudden passing of PJ . May he rest in peace

Martin and Veronica Doherty, Hollow Grove, Castlebar.
3 weeks ago

Our Deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the Gavin family and extended families and all who mourn pj sad and untimely passing. Thinking of you at this particularly sad time for you all. May the Lord welcome him home and grant him eternal rest. Lady of knock pray for him. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace.

Gerry and Margaret Feeney. B.E.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen and your family on the sudden passing of P. J. May his gentle soul rest in peace. A true Gentle man.

Kitty and Dermot Cotter
3 weeks ago

Sincere Condolences to Eileen and Family.on your sad loss of Pj.
May his gentle soul rest in peace

Paul feehan
3 weeks ago

So sorry hear of the sad passing of pj he was good friend and gentleman may his gentsoul rest in peace

Susan and Damien Cusack
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathies to the Family of PJ. May he rest in peace.

Anne Dunleavy Shammer Kilkelly
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Joan and all the Gavin Families on the sad passing of Pj. May he rest in peace.

Patricia Borza
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen and family on sad passing of PJ . May he Rest In Eternal Peace

Maggs Chambers, Newport
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathise to you all at this very sad time. He was a nice man to meet. May he rest in peace.

Regina Carmichael, Belcarra.
3 weeks ago

Sincere Condolences To All The Family. May P.J Rest In Eternal Peace. Regina (St Annes Unit)

Michael & Bernie McHale, Ballintubber.
3 weeks ago

Our sincere condolences to all John’s family on their loss. May John rest in eternal peace.

Seamus vahey and family derrywash
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to you all may he rest in peace

Martin & Bernie Heraty
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of PJ passing , may he rest in peace.

Bernie Quinn ( Keane Derrygorman)Classaghroe Ballyhaunis
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to the Gavin family on the death of John may his gentle soul rest in eternal peace we used to work together in the textiles westport.

Mick and Noreen Walsh, Ballinsleve, Clogher, Westport
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to John’s wife Eileen and family,and to all the extended Gavin families,on the sad and sudden death of John,thinking of you all at this sad time, May John’s gentle soul rest in peace, xoxo

Cathy,stephen&molly burrows
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the gavin family on John’s passing,thinking of you all at this most difficult time,may john rest in peace.

Seamus &Mary Heneghan
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gavin and O’Donnell families also extended families on the sad passing of PJ .May he rest in peace.

Patrick & Edward O’Flaherty, Islandeady
3 weeks ago

Deepest condolences to PJ’s family, also James, Martin and the Gavin family and extended families on his passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Tim McGreal Cloghan Westport
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gavin family. May P. J. rest in peace.

Karen Dunne
3 weeks ago

Sending my sincere condolences to Eileen & all the family on the sad passing of your beloved PJ. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Tony Quinn, Newport
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the family. I had the pleasure of traveling with this gentleman on the bus on numerous occasions and he was very courteous to all the passengers. May he rest in peace

Tommie & Bernie Joyce, Islandeady.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen and all the Gavin & extended family at this sad time – may PJ rest in eternal peace with those gone before him.

Monica and Paddy Carney and family
3 weeks ago

Our sincere condolences Eileen to you and you children on the death of John and to all the Gavin family and extended family. May he rest in peace ..

Christy and Donna Staunton
3 weeks ago

Rest in peace PJ, Sincere sympathy to Eileen and all your family

Tomas Marion, and Martha Solan Mayo Abbey
3 weeks ago

Sincere symathy to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James, Maura an Jimmy, and extended Gavin family on the passing of PJ, thinking of you all at this difficult time, may PJ rest in peace

Teresa & Martin Kenny (Willis)
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen, Zara, Jenny & James on the sad passing of P.j, all our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family at this very sad time. Rest in peace P J.

Jim and Geraldine Turbitt Swinford
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and all the family on the sudden passing of PJ. I had the pleasure of working with him and he was always very helpful. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Joe and bernie lyons
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and all the family on the sad passing of Pj, may his soul rest in peace

Gary and Fiona McNicholas, Westport
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Gavin and O’ Donnell families. May John rest in peace.

Ashling Cremins and Brian McNally
3 weeks ago

Condolences to all the family. So very sorry to hear of John’s passing. May he rest in peace

Fin, Owen, Orla, Olly, Brody
3 weeks ago

Sending our condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James and extended family. May he rest in peace

Christy Cawley And Family Knockrooskey Aughagower Westport
3 weeks ago

SINCERE SYMPATHY TO THE GAVIN FAMILY ON THE DEATH OF JOHN MAY HE REST IN PEACE 🙏

Una McNicholas & family
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy Eileen & family on the passing of PJ, may he rest in peace

Agnes / frank chambers slinane
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin / ODonnell families on the death of John, God rest his lovely soul may he rest in peace with all that gone before him.

Mary o Donnell slinane
3 weeks ago

Sincerely sorry to hear of John’s death, may he rest in peace.

Mary Mcintyre MCL
3 weeks ago

To Eileen, James. Zara and Jenny I extend my deepest condolences on the sad loss of PJ. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May PJ Rest in Eternal Peace.

P.J. & Jackie McDermott, Sheeaune, Westport.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Noreen and your extended family on the passing of your brother John.
May he rest in eternal peace peace.

Brian and Helen Scahill & family, Prospect
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all of John’s family, extended relatives and friends on his passing. May he be rewarded for his efforts and may his gentle soul have peaceful rest. 🙏

Martin & Beatrice Sammon, Castlebar.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and family and to the Gavin and O’Donnell families on the passing of PJ. One of nature’s gentlemen.

Matt and Josephine McIntyre, Balla.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to you Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James, Maura and Jim and extended family members on the very sad passing of PJ. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Bernard cassidy Ex bus Eireann
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the sad passing of Pj,
lovely gentleman, may his gentle soul rest in peace

Tommy, Aileen, Hannah, Aisling and Aaron Walsh
3 weeks ago

Our sincere condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James and the extended Gavin/O’Donnell families on the sudden loss of your beloved PJ. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Mary & Michael McNulty
3 weeks ago

Condolences to all the family. So very sorry to hear of John’s passing. RIP.

Maureen Maloney Straide
3 weeks ago

Sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Eileen Zara Jenny James the extended Gavin and O Donnell families on the sad passing of your beloved Pj may he rest in peace a gentleman in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time

Billy and Catherine Reid
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and all the Gavin family on the death of PJ may he rest in peace

Gerry and Josie Walsh Rehins castlebar
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to John wife Eileen daughters Zara Jenny son James and grand kids. To all john siblings friends and neighbours. John was a lovely friendly man. Taking away to soon. May God console each and every one of ye on this sad occasion. May John soul rest in peace.

Jon, Sue and Josh Stanley
3 weeks ago

Eileen, James, Zara, Jenny and the wider Gavin and O’Donnel families. We were deeply saddened to hear about your loss of PJ. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. We cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling, but we hope you find some comfort in the love and support of those around you.
May the memories you shared bring you peace, and may you find strength in the days ahead.

Madeline O Donnell Mullen Magheraboy Kilmovee and Castlehill Castlerea
3 weeks ago

Smypathy to PJ family he was a lovely man when he drove the bus from Westport to Athome always helpful Rest in peace PJ

Karen Hunt & Conor Ryan, kilkelly
3 weeks ago

Our deepest condolences to Vinnie and Mary and all the Gavin families on the sad passing of John. May John rest in peace . Thinking of you at this sad time .

Jane McDonnell
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and your dear family on the sudden and untimely passing of your beloved husband PJ Sympathy also to the extended ODonnell and Gavin families May PJ rest in eternal peace

Gerry o connor bus eireann
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy on the passing of PJ. May he rest in peace

Christy O’Donnell & Theresa Walsh sheeaune /kilmeena.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the sad passing of John, may his gentle soul Rest in peace 🙏

Sheila Coyne
3 weeks ago

Heartfelt condolences to Eileen Zara Jenny and James on the sudden and unexpected passing of PJ may his soul rest in eternal peace 🙏🏽

Tadgh Flynn kilmacrade breaffy
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen, Zara,Jenny,James and all of the Gavin and O’ Donnell families on the sad passing of Pj a true gentleman may he rest in peace

Sean Alan Mulroy and staff londis castlebar
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the very sudden death of PJ May his gentle soul rest in peace

Gerry and Pauline Hennigan Bus Eireann Ballina
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to PJ family on his sudden death. PJ was a man who was respected and liked by all that had the pleasure of knowing and working with.
May he rest in Peace.

John ludden
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the O’Donnell/Gavin family on PJ’s passing. It was always a pleasure to travel with PJ. He was a nice man and always had a good word to say to any passenger who travelled with him a genuinely decent gentleman. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. May his soul rest in peace.

Ollie & Ann Hannick
3 weeks ago

We offer our Sincere Condolences to Eileen & Family, and to all P.J’s family, I feel privileged to have worked alongside P.J for many Years and I always found him to be a loyal work colleague. A real gentleman.

John and Marian Weir Achill
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen and family and extended family’s on PJs sad and sudden passing. Rest in peace PJ.

Brendan and Eileen Hurst
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin Family on the passing of John. May he Rest In Peace.

Maura and dick Gibbons Partry
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to you Eileen Zara. Jenny and James on the sudden passing of your beloved PJ (john) a Husband Father Grandfather Father in law son in law a beautiful soul may the Lord comfort you all at this sad time Rest in Peace 🙏

Sean Lyons, Achill
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gavin family on the sudden passing of PJ. May he rest in peace

Peter Mc Gough Blackfort
3 weeks ago

My Sincere Condolences to the Gavin family on the passing of PJ
May Pj’s Gentle soul Rest In Peace

Eileen & Tommie Lynch
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen, Zara Jenny & James grandsons Senan & Leo to all the extended Gavin families to Jim & Maura & all the extended O’Donnell families on the sad passing of P.J. May the road to heaven Rise to meet him on his final journey & May his gentle soul Rest In eternal Peace.

Maria Groarke
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy Eileen, Zara, Jenny and James on the terrible loss of your beloved PJ. Thinking of you all at this difficult time and keeping you in my prayers. May he rest in eternal peace.

Cathy and eugene o donnell slinane clogher Westport
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear the passing of John a true gentleman may his soul RIP

Josephine gavin and family clooncan
3 weeks ago

Send our sincere condolences to Eileen and all the Gavin family on the sad passing of Pj, our prayers and thoughts are with ye all 🙏🙏

Carmel Tom Thomas Claire and Stephen Reynolds Ballinlassa
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to Eileen and all John’s family and extended family. Eternal rest and Happiness to him and may he be joined with all his loved one’s gone before him.

Ailbhe Gill
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Margaret, Noreen and all of John’s family.

Frances & Michael Holland Westport
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to the Gavin Family and extended family on the sad passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Breda Coffey
3 weeks ago

Heartfelt condolences Eileen Zara Jenny and James on the sad and untimely passing of PJ..may he rest in peace

Timothy & Della (Dolan) O Boyle
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to the Gavin Families & joan & Richie Kenny on the death of P.J .May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Frankie & Mary Gibbons, Lahardane
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to PJs wife and family and extended family at this sad time ..RIP

Tommy and Geraldine Tuffy Cornanool
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathies to all PJs family
May he rest in Peace
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time

Margaret Corcoran Needham
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Eileen and family and all the Gavin family on the passing of John. May he rest in peace

Ann and Michael Lavelle
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gavin family on the sad passing of john thinking of you all at this sad time may john rest in peace

Joe Duggan (ex Bus Eireann) Lissatava Hollymount.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen Zara Jenny James and all extended families.
I worked with PJ for many years in Westport and Ballina and he was a great friend and a great work colleague.
After we both retired we still kept in touch.
Rest in eternal peace PJ.

Gabriel and Amy Healy
3 weeks ago

our sincere condolences on the sad passing of PJ ,a true gentleman and a great colleague to have worked with. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Paulette Lynskey , Swinford
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathies to Eileen, Jenny, Zara, James and extended family members on the sad passing of PJ. May he rest in peace. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Maureen Moore
3 weeks ago

My sincere condolences to you Eileen and family on the untimely death of pj. May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace x

Martina and Ronan Kilcoyne, Weatherfort,
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences Eileen and your family on the sad passing of your husband. Your in our thoughts at this very difficult time. X

Michael Reddington Swinford
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and the Gavin family & extended family on the sad passing of Pj. It was a pleasure to have known and work with Pj .A true gentleman. Rest in peace Pj.

Gerard O’Malley bofeenaun
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to the Gavin family’s on your loss may he Rest in peace

Declan nally
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Eileen and family may P J rest in peace

Helena Curran MCL
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathies to Eileen, James, Zara and Jenny on the very sad passing of your beloved PJ ..thinking of you all at this very difficult time.. May PJ s gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Joe and Breda Feehan
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to All the Gavin Families on the passing of PJ. May He rest in peace.

Margaret & John Lawless Kilmeena
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Gavin and O ‘Donnell families on the sad passing of John. May he rest in peace

PJ and Christina Grimes nee Moore ballyglass lanmore liscarney
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolence to John wife and family on the passing of pj may he rest in peace

Nuala Noel Cathal Elaine Nadine & Nicole Heneghan
3 weeks ago

Heartfelt sympathies to Eileen Zara Jenny James Auntie Maura Jim and the Gavin Family on the untimely passing of PJ. A true gentleman,May he rest in peace.

Gerry tolster
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gavin family and there extended familys on John R, I p

Jean Fitzgerald
3 weeks ago

To the Family of Pj I would like to send my deepest sympathy to his wife Eileen and his children Zara Jenny and son James and his sisters and his son James and his sisters and brothers and extended family. PJ was a lovely bus driver I would get the bus éireann going to different places and he was great talk with he helpful and he would know the route well when he drove the buses rip Pj🙏💐

Leah Hayes
3 weeks ago

I would like to send my deepest sympathy to his wife Eileen and his children Zara Jenny and son James and his sisters and his brother and his extended family members PJ, you were great to chat with and you will be sadly missed by all who knew you rip PJ💐

Martin O’ Malley – Derrycoosh
3 weeks ago

It is with shock and sadness on hearing the death of John that I extend my sincere sympathy to his wife Eileen and family, along with his extended Gavin family. My thoughts are with you all at this sad and difficult time. John was a gentleman to know in life and it’s so sad that his life has been cut so short. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

Eileen & Oliver Connor
3 weeks ago

Sincere Condolences to Eileen and Family on the sad passing of P J may he RIP

James and Marian Flannery
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the passing of P J may he rest in peace

Tommy and Kathleen Brogan (Bus Eireann)
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny and James also his grandchildren and all the extended Gavin and O’ Donnell families. May PJ’s soul rest in peace

Gerry Higgins
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on passing of PJ may his soul rest in peace

Pat Tonra Keelogues Manulla
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James, grandchildren, Jimmy and Maura and the extended Gavin and O’Donnell families on the sad passing of PJ. May he rest in peace 🙏

Liam & Patricia Gibbons, Carrabawn, Westport
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to all the Gavin Families on the Sad Passing of PJ. May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace

Kevin&Ann moylett
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the gavin family on the sudden death of pj .May he rest in peace

Joe and Bridie Folliard (Aghamore)
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathies to Eileen and Family on the sad passing of PJ .. RIP PJ

Pat and Mary Richardson manulla
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy to all the Gavin Family May John Rest In Peace ,a lovely Man.

Paddy and Margaret Noone Ballina
3 weeks ago

Sincere Condolences to Eileen and Family on the sad passing of P J may he rest in peace

Helen & Basil Sheikh
3 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy on your great loss. May God grant John’s soul a speedy transition to paradise to rest on peace for eternity .Amen

Michael & Geraldine Naughton. Bus Eireann.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James & extended Gavin & O’Donnell families on the very sad passing of PJ he was a true gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Teresa & Seamus Callaghan, Lahardane
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin Family on the passing of John. May he Rest In Peace.

John & Marie Nixon Rushbrook .
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen, Zara,Jenny and James and extended families. We are so sorry for your great loss.May he rest in peace.

Ruane Family Ballinafad,Belcarra
3 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathies to Eileen,Zara,Jenny and James on the passing of PJ.and to the extended Gavin and O Donnell families. May P.J. rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.

Chris and Sally Maxwell Louisburgh
3 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy on the death of PJ,May he rest in peace

Michael and Kay O Malley and family Lisaniskea
3 weeks ago

We are terribly sad to hear of the loss of PJ. Our sincere sympathies to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James, his extended family and all who knew and loved him. A really lovely man. May his gentle soul rest in peace

Bernie and mick moran islandeady
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of the passing of John, condolences to Eileen and Family and all the Gavin family.
Rip John

Chris O Neill, Swinford
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to you Eileen,Zara Jenny and James on the death of your beloved PJ. May he rest in peace

Michael & Niamh Kelly
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the Family, Especially Noreen. Thinking of you during this hard and difficult time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

The Manager And Staff Of Balla Mart
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy To All The Gavin Family On The Death Of John May He Rest In Peace

Susan Michael Flynn Westport
3 weeks ago

Condolences to John family and all Gavin families on death of John used to love to meet him for chats a gentleman may his gentle soul rest in peace

Ed and Ellen Kirby Rushbrook
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the death of John,may he rest in peace.

Anne Molloy Foxford
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny and James and extended family. May PJ rest in peace.

Geraldine. Coleman
3 weeks ago

Dear Eileen sorry to hear this sad news
My deepest sympathy to you and all the family im sorry I can’t go in person but I’m thinking of you and your grieving family
Rest in peace PJ

Mary & John Cunningham, Carrajames
3 weeks ago

So very sorry to hear of the unexpected death of PJ. Sincere sympathy to Eileen, James, Zara & Jenny, the O’Donnell and Gavin extended families, neighbours & friends, we will keep you all in our prayers.❤️ May he now rest peacefully in Heaven this day, with those he knew & loved. Go dtuga Dia solas na bhflaitheas da anam dilis🙏

Teresa and Eddie O Malley, Louisburgh
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to John’s family and the Gavin family on John’s death. May he rest in peace 🙏

Ann marie reynolds drummindoo
3 weeks ago

Sympathies to the gavin families on the death of pj’s may he rest in peace

Bridie Hoban and Margaret Allen
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen and family on the sad passing of P.J. May he rest in peace.

Denise Gallagher 12 Cavendish Lane Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Sorry to here sad news true gentleman

Caroline Nestor (vantive)and family
3 weeks ago

Condolences Joan on the very sad passing of your brother PJ. Sympathy also to all the family. May he rip.

Dymphna McHale
3 weeks ago

Heartfelt sympathy to you Eileen your children the extended Gavin &O Donnell family on the passing of your beloved PJ. Keeping ye all in my thoughts and prayers. May his gentle soul rest with the Angels.

Bridie King and Family. Ballyhean.
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James and all the extended O’Donnell and Gavin families on the sad and untimely passing of P.J. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace. 🙏

Mary Cunningham
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen Zara Jenny & James & the extended Gavin & O Donnell family’s. On the very sad passing of PJ a true gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Pat & Mary Jennings TF Hotel
3 weeks ago

With deepest sympathy, I worked with PJ 45 years ago in TF Hotel, a lovely man, to Eileen and family , deepest condolences.

Paddy and Teresa Dunne
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gavin and O’Donnell family on the death of P.J May he Rest in Peace.

Tom Walsh Derrycrive and Luton UK
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to the Gavin family and extended families on the passing of John.May he rest in peace

John and Elaine Diaz, Spain
3 weeks ago

Our sincere condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James and all the Gavin family, we will keep you in our prayers, RIP PJ a true gentleman

Mary Muldowney, Tooreen
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to Eileen and family. May PJ rest in peace

Martin and Kathleen Corcoran Islandeady
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin Family on the passing of PJ. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Sabina & Amanda Bell Taugheen.
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of PJ’s passing. Sympathy to you Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James and the extended family. Rest in peace PJ.

John & Marie Neary, Ballyglass, Clogher.
3 weeks ago

Sending our deepest sympathy to all the Gavin family & extended family on the sad passing of John. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Darren Nolan Marian Row Castlebar.
3 weeks ago

My Deepset Sympathy to Eileen and all PJ s family on his death.
He was one true absolute gentle man whom I got to know on the Bus.
He was always so kind and caring and courteous to everyone he came in contact with.
I used to enjoy our chats along the way and indeed he could always talk about everything.
May your gentle and kind soul RIP until we meet again PJ.

Rose Moran
3 weeks ago

Thinking of you Eileen and your lovely family at this saddest of times.You are all in our thoughts.May PJ rest in peace.

Christy and Christina Joyce.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary and the Gavin family on the sad passing of John Rip.

Tony Moyles
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Eileen Zara, Jenny and extended family on this terribly sad time for you all. May PJ rest in eternal peace.

Noel and Gabrielle Wright
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen Zara Jenny James and family
on the sad passing of PJ. Rest In Peace PJ

Kathleen & Joe King
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Eileen, Zara, Jenny James, grandkids and extended Gavin & O’Donnell families on the sad passing of your beloved PJ. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. May his soul rest in peace.

Mary & Willie Sammon Kilmeena
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathies to.PJ’s wife daughters son Granchildren Sisters Brothers and extended family members on his sad passing. May his soul Rest in Peace

Anna May Campbell.
3 weeks ago

Eileen my thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time with the loss of your dear husband PJ 😢 May the Lord Comfort you all.Rest in piece PJ.

Adrian & Catherine McGing, Sandyhill, Westport
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the family on the death of John ( PJ ). May his soul rest in peace.

Niamh O Malley Lisniskea
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the O’Donnell/Gavin family on PJ’s passing . A huge loss to the community, a lovely man.

Paul & Sophie O’Malley, Cloonduane/Lisaniskea
3 weeks ago

Our deepest condolences to the Gavin family on the terribly sad passing of PJ. A lovely neighbour, may he rest in peace x

Joanne Killeen
3 weeks ago

Condolences to Joan and all of the families on the sad loss of PJ. May he rest in peace

James Walsh loughloon
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gavin family on the passing of PJ. May he rest in peace

Teresa Kenny
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to wife Eileen (née O’Donnell), daughters Zara and Jenny, son James, grandchildren, and extended families on the passing of PJ. May PJ Rest in Peace. It was always a pleasure to get on any bus that PJ drove. He was a nice man and always had a good word to say to any passenger who travelled with him

Kathleen and Josephine Neary leitir islandeady
3 weeks ago

Our deepest condolence to the Gavin family on the sad passing of John may he rest in peace

Teresa and Gerry Corcoran, Ballinacorriga Westport
3 weeks ago

Condolences to all John’s family May he rest in peace x.

Richard Heneghan & Josephine Prendergast
3 weeks ago

Our deepest heartfelt sympathies to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James and the extended Gavin & O’Donnell families. You are very much in our thoughts and prayers. May PJ rest in eternal peace.

Joe & Mary Gallagher Bus Eireann
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen and the Gavin family on the passing of P J. May he rest in peace

Gráinne Bourke
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to James and family, may your dear Father rest in peace.

Terri, John & Gallagher Family, Gortnara, Claremorris.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Eileen, Zara, Jenny and James on the death of your dear husband and father PJ. All our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family at this very sad time. May PJ rest in peace.

Anna May and Séamus Bourke, Belass, Foxford.
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Eileen, Zara, Jenny, James, grandchildren and the wider family on the sad and untimely death of PJ. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May PJ’s gentle soul rest at God’s right hand.

John & Geraldine Conway, Quay Road, Westport.
3 weeks ago

Condolence to all of John’s family, may his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏🏻

Brendan and David Hughes carnacon
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the family

Willie and Chris Kelly ballintleva clogher Westport
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gavin family on the passing of John may he rest in peace

Johnny & jessica Islandeady
3 weeks ago

Very sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Thinking of you all at this sad time. May he rest in peace.

Bus Eireann Garage Staff Ballina
3 weeks ago

Condolences to Eileen Zara Jenny James Gavin Family and to all PJ’S Family and friends. A gentleman to have the pleasure to have worked with. May PJ rest in peace. Gone too soon.

Sean and Mary O’Boyle
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to John family his sisters and brothers and all the family, may his gentle soul rest in peace from Mary Boyle Sean and family

Nixon family
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of the passing of John deepest sympathies to Eileen and family thinking of ye all god bless the Nixon family Coventry

Michael Connor
3 weeks ago

My deepest condolences on the passing of PJ, a genuinely decent gentleman and work colleague.
May he rest in peace.

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