Book of Condolence
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council's online Book of Condolence
in memory of Pope Francis.
This online book of condolence will remain open
until Wednesday 7 May 2025.
Click here to submit your condolences
Book of Condolence entries
| Name | Message |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman William McCaughey |
I wish to extend my sympathies to all those grieving at the passing of Pope Francis. He was a humble man who was held in high regard and with deep affection by many across the Borough. |
| Ann ODonnell | Thank you Francis for being a champion of social justice anf the poor |
| Rest in Peace Pope Francis, you could truly say; I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. | |
| Sarah Simpson | Serving God to the end. |
| Deputy Mayor of Mid & East Antrim Cllr Bréanainn Lyness | As a Catholic and as Deputy Mayor, I join our community in prayer for Pope Francis, he was a voice for the marginalised and Christendom. He commanded respect through his good nature and deeds. History will remember him as one of the greatest of our Popes. God bless the Pope. |
| H. Boyd | May You Rest in Eternal Peace in your Father's House |
| Dylan McRandal | May you Rest In Perfect Peace Holy Father. Humble man, who served with dignity till the end |
| Niall Mcelroy | Rest in peace Pope Francis you will be among the saints in heaven |
| Mary Martin | A loving and humble man, he prayed for everyone especially the lowly and marginalised. We remember him now may his gentle soul rest in peace |
| Shay higgins | RIP |
| Stewart Dickson MLA | Thoughs and condolences, Francis a man of Faith and humility |
| May the next Pope lead by your example. Rest in peace Pope Francis. You served God to the very end. | |
| Donal Walsh | Pope Francis May you rest in eternal peace in our Lords House. Thank you for serving the people so well with kindness and humility. |
| R.i.p such a humble man | |
| David Crawford | Rest in peace |
| Paul | Requiscat in pace, Pope Francis, may you receive eternal peace and blessings. |
| Ruth McNeill | Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord |
| Martin Hinchey | Rest In Peace |
| Claire | A shepherd to the world who led with humility, kindness, with peace and justice for all. His example of mercy and love will be a legacy for generations to come. Rest in peace |
| Mr& Mrs Costley | R.I.P. to a very decent human being. |
| Patricia O'Neill | Pope Francis Rest in the peace of Christ good and faithful servant. |
| Pamela Hargan | Rest in eternal peace Pope Francis. You were humble and kind, everything a leader should be. |
| Seánine | RIP Pope Francis no more suffering be at peace |
| Rosie Lyness | A true follower of Christ, living a life of humility, with integrity, understanding, compassion and justice. R. I. P. Pope Francis. |
| Grainne Walsh | May you rest in peace and may your influence continue in the quest for peace in our world |
| Donna Lunnun | Rest in Peace Pope Francis. I pray that your work for those marginalised within our church will be continued |
| Denise Abram | Rest in eternal peace Pope Francis |
| Bronagh O’Flaherty | A sad day |
| Brenda irwin | Rest In Eternal Peace Pope Francis. |
| Elaine | Rip the people's Pope |
| Marie-Claire Gök | May he rest in peace. |
| Thank You Pope Francis for leading us in faith, love and humility. May you rest in eternal peace. Amen | |
| Sean O Reilly | To a man of god and the people a true Christian |
| Monica Mathers | Rest in peace Your Holiness, Pope Francis. You were a humble and living man to the very end. You taught the most important thing in life…. to love everyone without judgement. |
| Alison Swann | Rest In Eternal Peace Pope Francis |
| John Brooker | R.I.P. Pope Francis Your were an inspiration for so many |
| Scally Family Larne | Sadly will be missed ..very humble man ...rest in eternal peace at our Father's side ... |
| Jude Patton | A man who served God till the very end. |
| Claire | A humble servant who taught compassion, justice and humility. Rest in peace |
| Martin Quinn | Thanks Pope Francis for restoring our faith in the Church and your accepting of others |
| Angela Fairbairn | RIP Pope Francis |
| A man who truly cared for people. A man that loved and served God. A man of honour and dignity. A man that will be greatly missed. RIP El Papa Francisco | |
| Patrick Dunlop | RIP Papa Francesco. Gone but never forgotten. |
| Gina | Rest in Peace our Dear Pope Francis |
| Orla | Pope Francis may you rest in peace and continue to pray for us. |
| Maureen McGreevey | A Pope Of Smiles.Rest in peace pope Francis |
| Frank Mc Greevey | Rest in Peace Pope Francis my namesake. Pray for peace in Ukraine & Gaza . |
| Jackie Patton | A truly humble servant of God to the end |
| Elaine Aston | May he rest in peace |
| Catherine ONeill | Rest in peace Pope Francis |
| Bernie Clugston | At Peace. |
| P. Hoy | Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. Fear breá a bhí ann, ar taobh na daoine bochta. |
| Ann Jordan | RIP Pope Francis, may God smile on you. You truly where a humble man. Bless you |
| Jane M | A Pope for everyone - progressive , inclusive and welcoming. His humility is a lesson for us all. Let's hope his work continues. Rest well Pope Francis. |
| Maureen | Such a big loss for everyone. Rest in peace |
| Hugh Marcus | Pope Francis was a genuinely humble man who cared deeply for the poor & oppressed. He was a model for leaders everywhere |
| Kieran | Pope Francis rest in peace |
| Lisa McGarry | R.I.P to a very humble man |
| Siobhan O’Hagan | Pray for my family Francis. RIP |
| Caroline | Thank you Pope Francis. Rest in peace |
| John Anderson | Rest in peace Pope Francis and may we all heed your message of peace and humility. |