Renowned US-based academic had strong ties to Mayo
May he rest in peace.
The death occurred in New York on June 26 last of Dr Michael Joseph Walsh.
Born in Carhuligane, Mullagh, Co Clare, Michael was educated at St Colman's College, Claremorris and was a graduate of University College Galway (1975). He devoted his professional life to medicine and neurological research, working at leading institutions including Massachusetts General Hospital, UCLA, Stanford University, and Columbia University. He served as Professor of Neurology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and held senior academic and research positions in a distinguished career in neurology.
Michael was widely respected for his intellect, curiosity, and lifelong dedication to learning. He had a deep interest in literature, philosophy, science, and the arts, and was known for his thoughtful nature and reflective approach to life. He was also known for his compassion and commitment to understanding and alleviating human suffering through his work in medicine and research.
He is survived by his brother, Seamus Walshe, sister-in-law, Máire, nieces and nephews, Fidelma, Deirdre, Seamus, Aedán, and Fionnuala; Aedán's fiancée, Mary Rose; and the spouses of his nieces, Phil, James, and Jack.
A funeral Mass has been held at St Sebastian Catholic Church, Woodside, Queens, New York.
