'A true gentleman' - Condolences sent to Offaly family following passing of 'lovely man who will be fondly remembered'

Mourners have left condolences for the family of the late Ger Bracken. Originally from 22 The Green, Clara, Offaly, Ger passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 13 surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his parents Pete and Rita, brother Peter and grandson Ben.

Ger will be remembered with love by his loving wife Trush, daughters Lydia, Helena, Debbie, Aisling, Regina, Holly and Jenna, sister Mary, brothers John and William, grandchildren Junior, Seán, Megan, Aodhán, Roisín, Evan and Conor, brother-in-law Gerrit, sons-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Some of the condolences posted on RIP.ie include: 

"Deepest sympathy to Trush and family on the sad passing of Ger. A true gentleman that will be sorely missed."

"So sorry to hear of Gers passing may he rest in peace thinking of you all at this sad time"

"So very sorry to hear this news. Deepest condolences to Trush and girls ,the Bracken family and all who loved Ger. He was a lovely man and will be fondly remembered in our house. May Ger's gentle soul rest in peace."

Reposing at his home on Wednesday from 5pm until Rosary at 8pm. Removal on Thursday morning to St. Brigid's Church, Clara arriving for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in the monastery cemetery, Clara. Funeral Mass can be viewed on the church webcam at this  link https://claraparish.com/wp/livestream/