Laois death notice: Sydney Strong, Portlaoise

Sydney Strong, Cappagh, Portlaoise, Laois and Strong Construction passed away peacefully at home on 11 June, surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his parents Elizabeth and William and his brothers Billy and Ned.

He will be deeply regretted by his family, his wife Kathleen, son Alan, daughter Amy, daughter-in-law Amanda, son-in-law Wayne, a devoted grandad (Gra) to Anna, Sam and Kate, nephew Keith, sisters Frances Wallace, Susan Robins, brother Mervyn, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.