Unexpectedly at his residence in Toronto, Canada.
Loving father of Jake, dear son of Anne McElhone and step-son of Mickey McElhone.
He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his son, mother, stepdad, his father Martin and sister Ava, aunt Marie and uncle Johnny, Jake’s mother Nikita, his cousins Maebh, Katy, Grainne, Jack, Enda and Mel and his many friends both in Sligo and in Toronto.
Rest in Peace
Reposing at McGowan’s Funeral Home and Crematorium, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91 AKW5) on Friday 10th October from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. Funeral will arrive to St. Joseph’s Church, Ballytivnan, Sligo on Saturday 11th October at 11:30am for funeral mass. Funeral will proceed to Sligo Cemetery for burial after.
You can stream Ian’s funeral mass live by clicking ‘Livestream’ below.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home.
House strictly private please.
You can leave a message of condolence for Ian’s family on The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home website.
Dear Ann and Mickey, so sorry to hear this sad news. Our heartfelt sympathy to you Ann, you are in our thoughts and prayers
Carmel and Kevin.
R.I.P Ian/Mooch. Awful news but lots of great memories laughing our heads off.
Condolences to Anne, all family and friends.
Oh Anne…I’m so sorry to hear of Ians passing….I wish I had words to ease your pain…thinking of you and Mickey with love.. condolences to you all.
RIP Mooch, deepest condolences to all the family.
So sorry to hear about Ian’s passing. I have great memories of him. He was such a genuine person.
So very sorry Anne to hear of the sudden death of your son Ian…. So devastating for you.
My deepest sympathies to you and to Mickey
Much love
Madeleine
Im so sorry to hear of Ian’s untimely passing. Deepest condolences to his mum, son and all the family at this heartbreaking time.
Rest in peace Mooch.
I am deeply saddened to hear about Ian’s passing. Ian was a wonderful guy and was great for a chat and a laugh. He was also a trusted tradesman and painted several projects including my family home. Ian, you will be missed. RIP
Ann, I am so sorry to hear of Ian’s death, sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you.May he Rest In Peace.
Deepest sympathies to you Anne and Mickey on the sudden passing of your son.Sincere condolences,Cally
So many fond memories of you Ian/Mooch, you meant so much to so many. My deepest sympathies to your family and your many friends x
Dear Jake, Ann and Mickey,
Your father and son was a true gentleman. When he came to Canada, he brought kindness and warmth that touched everyone who met him. He had a quiet strength, a sharp wit, and a heart that always reached out to help others.
He spoke of you often and with such pride. His face would light up when he talked about home, his family, and the love that surrounded him. It was clear how deeply he cared for you and how much you meant to him.
He left a deep impression on everyone here. The people who knew him are devastated by the loss, but also grateful to have shared part of his journey. His kindness and laughter will never be forgotten.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers from this side of the world. Ian will always be remembered with love.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Dianna Brennan
So sorry to hear the very sad news of Ian’s passing, our sincere sympathy to Ann,Michael and all of Ian’s family on this sad occasion.R.I.P.
Thoughts with you Anne at this sad and difficult time.
Hope that you and Mickey can keep as well as possible.
No words can help .
I’m terribly saddened to hear of Ian’s passing & wish to extend my sincerest condolences to his son Jake, sister Ava, parents, family & friends…
He was such a genuinely kind, bright eyed, fun-loving, infectiously good-hearted gentleman & I’m lucky to have shared the moments we did. His character, dance moves & overall zest for life will surely be missed. What a legend.
Rest peacefully my friend.
So sorry for your loss.RIP Mooch.You will be missed.xx