The late Michael GavinThe late Michael Gavin

The death has occurred in Dublin of Michael Gavin, father of Bishop Fintan Gavin.

The diocese has announced that Bishop Fintan Gavin's father has died in Dublin. Michael Gavin, a native of Swinford, Co Mayo, died peacefully at Nazareth House Nursing Home, Malahide, Co Dublin.

Michael's death is mourned by his wife Angela, their family Michael, Bishop Fintan, Sheena, Darragh, Donna and Fr. Morgan Francis, and his extended family. He is predeceased by their son Conor.

Michael will be reposing at the Fanagan Kirwan Funeral Home, Fairview Strand on Wednesday (18th, February) from 5pm to 7pm, with family in attendance.

Removal to the Church of St. Vincent de Paul, Marino, on Thursday (19th, February) for 12 Noon Requiem Mass followed by burial at Balgriffin Cemetery.

May he rest in the peace of the Lord.