Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at his home.
Recently predeceased by his brother Michael, his parents Tommy and Alice and his sister Mary.
Beloved husband of Monica and dear father of Aaron and Sorcha.
He will be sadly missed by his devoted wife, son, daughter, brothers Seán, Kieran and Leo, sister Yvonne, brothers-in-law Frank, Gerard and John, sisters-in-law Bridie and Martha, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Rest in Peace
Reposing at his Residence (F91 Y52N) on Friday 28th March from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Funeral will arrive to St. Anne’s Church, Sligo on Saturday 29th March at 11:00am for Requiem mass with funeral proceeding to Sligo Cemetery for burial after.
You can stream Tony’s funeral mass live by clicking ‘Live Stream’ below.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Aughamore Daycare Centre (Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland), care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.
You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family below.


Deepest sympathies to Monica , Aaron , Sorcha and to all the Rooney family on the passing of Tony . May his gentle soul rest in peace 🙏
My heartfelt condolences to Yvonne and family Tony was such a gentleman thinking of you all may the angels comfort you all 🌹
Sincere condolences to all his family. May he Rest in Peace
Deepest sympathies to Tony’s family and friends
Great player on the pitch and a true gentleman off it .
May his gentle soul Rest In Peace .
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Tony, and to the Rooney family.May his gentle soul REST IN PEACE.
Monica & family
So sorry to hear of Tony’s death, thinking of you.
May he RIP
Sincere condolence to Monica,Aaron,Sorcha and Sean and all the Rooney family on the passing of Tony and recently his brother Michael. May they both rest in peace.
Deepest sympathies to Tony’s family and friends
Great player on the pitch and a true gentleman off it .
May his gentle soul Rest In Peace .
Sincere condolences to all the Rooney Family
Monica, I’m so very sorry for your loss, thinking of you all at this sad time 💖