Desmond (Des) McManus

Very sorry to hear of Dessie’s death.He was very highly regarded by those of us who were lucky to have him as a lovely mentor and friend.RIP. Dessie.

Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of this outstanding teacher and enthusiastic educator who released me from the limited possibilities view of life over a five year period in Kevin’s Street College of Technology!
I will be forever indebted to him.May he rest in peace.

Dear Pauline and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad . May he rest in peace.
Anne ( Sexton )

As an ole golf buddie of Des, i wish to send my sympathy to Des, Pauline & family on ur loss of this legend as he was regarded around The Island GC. We had many rounds esp with Jim McBride & Stan & many others over last 20 years
so it is with much regret that I am unable to attend the funeral due to competing one of close friend @ exact same time
on wednesday 3rd. He had a good life!

Sincere condolences to Pauline, Des and the whole family on your loss. Such a gentleman and a great neighbour to our family all throughout the years. He will be greatly missed. The end of an era of the original Sycamore residents.
May he rest in peace.

My grand uncle Des was such a lovely man. Warm memories as a child visiting Vera and seeing Des the odd time. Sincere sympathies to Pauline & family.

Condolences to Pauline and Des jnr. on your loss.

He was the last of a great group of big characters on Sycamore rd., end of an era. We couldn't have asked for a better neighbour.

Sincere condolences to both the family and extended family of Des Mc Manus may he Rest in peace.

Condolonces to the Mc Manus family on the sad passing of Des.
May he rest in peace.
EAST FINGLAS RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION.

Sincere sympathy to Pauline, Des and extended family on Des's passing.
A stalwart of The Island Golf Club who devoted his time, energy
and expertise to the development of the club.
Rest in peace Des now united with lovely Fran.

Sadly missed, Dessie you leave a better world behind for the many lucky people you have touched with your big heart. Your infectious smile and kind words will always be my endearing memory, may you rest in peace, never forgotten. ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

It is with great fondness that we remember Uncle Dessie, it was always great to meet him. He was always inquisitive and interested and was always in good spirits and happy to have visitors. Thinking of Pauline and Desmond and the grandchildren and Una at this sad time. Love Anne Petter Ivar Hedwig

Condolences Pauline Des and the extended family on the death of Desmond.

Deepest sympathy to the McManus family on Dessie death.Dessie was an active and loyal member of the Union when he worked in Kevin St College. Followihg retirement he took an active part in the Retired members association. Amongst colleagues he was regarded both personally and professionally with great affection and respect.
Ní bheidh a leithéid ann arís.

Sincere condolences Pauline and the Mc Manus family on the passing of your dear Dad.

I have only just learned of the sad passing of Des. I only passed by his house this morning and he crossed my mind that I hadn't seen him in a while. And now I know why, poor Des. I feel like I have known him forever as I went to school with young Des.
I would often meet Pauline and her Dad at the 6pm Saturday Mass and we might have a quick few words. When I began teaching in the De La Salle, Des was a member of the Board of Management, one of many responsibilities that he wore lightly but took seriously. I got to know him really well when I became unwell and I would meet him daily going to the shop for his paper. We would both trundle along together. Sport was always a part of the conversation as was family and some news.
He always made sense, he was so practical. I remember when he called me over to tell me about Neil's death which completely floored me. He explained how medically he wasn't able to travel and that this upset him but he was eminently stoic, resilient, and thoughtful. I am so grateful for all the conversations, the many laughs, the slow walks the salutes from the gate and the odd word at the church.
I will always remember him for his integrity and kindness especially when things were tough for him. We had much to learn from him, after all he was at heart a teacher! We give thanks for his long life as we offer sincerest condolences to his Pauline, Des and the extended family. We remember all who will miss him.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílís.

Sincere sympathy to Pauline and the McManus family on the death of your dear Dad, RIP. You are in my prayers at this very difficult time for all of you.
Go raibh leaba i measc na naomh ag Des.

Pauline i am deeply sorry for your loss. I knew Dessie and Frances from the retirement group. He was so nice good humoured and brave. He worked hard on maintaining his good health to the end.
He was so proud of you and the care and help you gave to your parents.
Suaimhneas siorai dá anam dílis agus leaba i measc na naomh dó.

So sorry to hear of Des's death. I have known Des for the past 60 years, and had great times together playing golf on the Island Golf Club. My deepest sympathy to his family. May he rest in peace.

My sincerest sympathy to Des's extended family. I had the pleasure of knowing Des during my time in The Island golf club, where he was steeped in the welfare of the club, its future and its members. He was a serious man and steered the Club during his time as Captain and later as President with great integrity. He had a great sense of humour and a story teller. Iam sad to hear of his passing, he will be greatly missed.

So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.May he rest in peace.

Des, such a great gentleman and a very dear friend. A legend. Des you will be sadly missed and will be always remembered. Des RIP. 🙏

I have such good memories of a great character and boss. And a very good golfer. Des was a great influence on me and I later got his job as head of department. My deepest condolences to all his family. Apologies I can't make the funeral as I am in Australia.

Don and I wish to send our heart felt
condolences to the whole family. I first met Des with my Dad, Stan, in the Island golf club when I was probably about 10yrs old. He always had a big smile, and a hug for me every time we met. Last year I met him again at the Captains dinner in the Island nothing had changed he still had the smile. A true and wonderful gent. May he rest in peace.
Elizabeth

To Pauline, Des and extended family my deepest condolences on the sad passing of Des. Both he and Frances bring back many happy memories at events in the Club.
Des was a unique man who embraced the idea of club and spared nothing in putting across his idea of being “a member”.
Through his leadership as Captain and President and many other contributions his legacy will remain.

Go le Dia go mbeidh sè agus le cèile le Frances arìs

Sincere sympathy to the McManus family on your loss of Des.
May he rest in eternal peace.

My condolences to all of Des's family and friends. My fond memories of Des are of a caring and gentle man whom always had time for a chat , he had a ready smile and enjoyed a tale or a joke. Much admired by The Island members who speak of him with high respect .Rest in peace Des.

Sincere sympathy to the McManus family on the very sad passing of Des
He had such a full life and and well respected member of the Island golf club may he rest in peace.

Des was a great friend to me, and all the members of The Island where he served on nearly every committee in the club during his 63 years of membership.
He was elected Captain in 1973, President in 1989 and 1990
and Honorary Member for many years.
He will be sadly missed by all. Rest in Peace Des

We offer our condolences to pauline, des and family on your dads sad passing.
Dessie was a gentleman.
We have happy memories of times spent in his company.
May dessie rest in peace.

With much sadness I learn of Desmond's death.
I extnd my sincere condolences to his family.
Desmond's contribution to The Isdland Golf Club is beyond comparison
and I was ptrivileged to have served on The Council with him for a number of years.
Rest in peace Des.

Deepest sympathy to the mc manus family .

A truly great friend who will be very sadly missed but will allways bring back some great memories.Condolences to Pauline and Des and the rest of the family.

Good bye old friend way you rest in peace

Sincere condolences to the McManus family

Condolence to Des's family. To Des thanks for the job, for fighting for apprentice education, and for speaking his mind and then letting it go. You deserve the rest but will find it hard to lie down.

You’ll be sadly missed but always remembered at The Island G.C. Des.
Rest in peace

Sincerest sympathy to Des’ family on his passing. Dessie as he was affectionately known played a significant role in apprentice education in Ireland. He was known and respected by all who met him as hard working and one who put the interests of his students first. He was active in the wider community and was well known as an accomplished golfer and past Captain of the Island Golf Club. He will be missed by his many friends and colleagues from DIT. May he rest in peace.

Rest in Peace Uncle Des. 🙏. Condolences to all from Aine Neil Sam and Claudia

Pauline thinking of you at this very sad time with the loss of your lovely Dad.

Ellen xx

Sincere Condolences to the McManus family. In the late 70's I was one of Des's students; in the mid 80's we were colleagues, thanks to his encouragement.
Rest in peace Des.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

We are deeply saddened by the loss of uncle Des.

So many memories, so much laughter. Uncle Des had a unique ability to bring a smile to everyone's face. His stories and jokes, will be missed. He'll continue to live on in our hearts and memories.

Good night, god bless!

Sincere condolences to Des and Pauline on the passing of your Dad he was a great neighbour and friend to my parents may he rest in peace.

Deepest sympathy to Pauline, Des, Una and the extended family at this sad time. I was delighted to meet Des last year at Elaine's house. May his gentle soul rest in the joy of the Lord.

My sincerest condolences to all his family. Des was such a special person. RIP

On behalf of The Island Golf Club I wish to express our deep condolences to the McManus family on Des' passing. He was a true legend of the club and was held in such high esteem by all of those who knew him. Rest in peace Des, you were an inspirational leader in what you contributed to The Island Golf club. Ní bheidh a leithéad ann arís.

A true gentle man and a great friend. He will be missed.

Sincere condolences on the passing of Des. May He Rest In Peace.
Kevin Dunne and Family. Co. Westmeath