Laois death notice: Dr Fergus McKeagney, Portarlington

Dr Fergus McKeagney, Belmont, Main Street, Portarlington, Laois passed unexpectedly but peacefully in Portlaoise Hospital on the morning of 17 May, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Charles and Oonagh.

He will be dearly missed by his loving wife Liz, his children Fergus, Neil, Sarah, Dara and Cian, his six siblings Francis, Fiona,, Niall, Garrett, Eoin and Morgan, the family circle, neighbours and many friends.

Fergus worked as a GP for over 35 years in tireless service of his community in Portarlington and the surrounding areas. While he was happiest surrounded by friends and family, he had a passion for music, golf and fishing.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Reposing at Maher's Chapel of Rest, Portarlington (eircode R32 X5XV) from 5pm with Rosary at 8pm on Monday 19 May.

Removal from his residence on Tuesday morning at 11.15am, arriving at St Michael's Church, Portarlington for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to St Michael's Cemetery, Portarlington.

Dr Fergus's Requiem Mass will be streamed live on https://www.mcn.live/Cameras/st-michaels-church-portarlington Family flowers only please.

You can leave your condolences on the online Condolence Book on rip.ie.

The family would like to thank you for your help and understanding at this sad and difficult time.