Mayo town mourns brothers who died two days apart from one another

Mayo town mourns brothers who died two days apart from one another

Frank and Martin Quinn Pic: RIP.ie

Castlebar is in mourning following the passing of two brothers within two days of one another.

Frank Quinn, Newline and St Patrick’s Avenue, Castlebar passed away last Sunday, October 11 peacefully at Mayo University Hospital just two days before his brother Martin, of Crillaune, Ross, Pontoon Road, Castlebar, who died in the tender care of C ward at MUH on Tuesday, October 13.

Frank was a former member of staff at Baxter while Martin worked for Mayo County Council for over 50 years. Both brothers were held in high regard by friends and colleagues and will be deeply missed by their loving families.

Frank’s funeral mass takes place this morning (Thursday) at the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar, followed by burial at Parke Cemetery. Martin’s funeral takes place this Saturday at the St. Michael’s Church Crimlin followed by burial in Parke Cemetery.

May their gentle souls rest in peace.

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