RIP: Galway man dies after ‘tragic accident’
His funeral details have been released by the family
A Galway man has died following what his family have called a “tragic accident”.
The funeral details for Brendan Clarke of Gurtymadden in Loughrea have been released after his tragic death on Monday.
The family wish to have flowers “only by request” and paid a short tribute to Brendan saying: “How lucky we are to have known someone who makes saying goodbye so hard”.
Mullagh GAA also paid tribute confirming “As a mark of respect to the Clarke family, all club hurling games have been postponed, may he Rest in Peace.”
Brendan will repose at his home in Gurtymadden on Thursday 16th July from 5 to 8pm.
Mass will be celebrated on Friday 17th July in St Brendan’s Church, Mullagh at 12pm followed by burial afterwards in Kilcooly Cemetery.
His R.I.P notice reads: “It is with deepest regret we announce the death of Brendan Clarke, Gurtymadden, Loughrea who passed away following a tragic accident on Monday the 13th of July 2026.”
“Predeceased by his parents Barney and Lena. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken wife Hilda, daughters Roseanne, Alison, son Tony, sons in law Eoin & Niall & Tony’s partner Ciara.
“Sadly, missed by his much-loved grandchildren Jack, Tony, Molly & Zara.”
“Fondly remembered by his sister Annmarie, Aunts Maura & Christina brothers in law, nieces and nephews.”