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Condolences for Pte Seán Rooney

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Pte Seán Rooney, 121 Inf Bn UNIFIL / 27 Inf Bn
Remains of Private Séan Rooney arrived in Casement Aerodrome Baldonnel
The Defence Forces can confirm that the remains of Private Sean Rooney arrived from Beirut Airport to Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Co. Dublin this morning at approx. 08.30 am.
Update - Repatriation of Pte Seán Rooney
The Defence Forces can confirm the details of the repatriation of Private Seán Rooney from Lebanon to Ireland. Private Seán Rooney's remains will be brought home on Sunday 18 December by the Irish Air Corps CASA aircraft, departing Beirut at 1600 hrs (local Beirut time). [Click for media details]
Niamh Byrne
19/12/2022 17:41
RIP Pte Sean Rooney, thank you for your service it will not be forgotten.
Sarah higgins, Nuala higgins and Joe higgins
19/12/2022 17:41
May the fallen solider rest in peace, thank you for all you have done in your time of service.
Paddy Bradshaw
19/12/2022 17:41
Sending my condolences to Sean's loved ones. RIP comrade
Christina Folan
19/12/2022 17:41
Deepest Sympathy To Rooney Family. A young man taken to the angels shall never be forgotton. R.I.P Sean
Shauna mccarthy
19/12/2022 17:41
R.I.P
Ethan Andrews
19/12/2022 17:41
Rest well, a great loss for Ireland and an even bigger loss to the family, to which I extend my deepest sympathies, Ireland is behind you.
Tony Spellman
19/12/2022 17:41
My deepest condolences to the family, fiance, friends and comrades may Sean rest in eternal peace 🇮🇪
Andrew Monahan
19/12/2022 17:41
RIP young man
Luke McDonald
19/12/2022 17:41
Rest in peace Sean Rooney you did your country proud and made the ultimate sacrifice for peace you were talking away too soon we will never forget
Tony Carroll
19/12/2022 17:41
To the family and Fiancé of Pte Sean Rooney sincere condolences to you all. You should be so proud of your hero. Much love from Cork.
Slabbert Family,Laois
19/12/2022 17:41
Rest in Peace Sean, sincere sympathy to your family. Thank you for your service.
Sarah hogan ian doyley Scott dooley
19/12/2022 17:41
May you rest in peace
Anne Molloy ( Mullingar)
19/12/2022 17:41
Rest in Peace Sean. Thank you for your service for our country. Our thoughts and prayers are with all her family x
Susan Murray
19/12/2022 17:41
My heart goes out to Sean' family and fiancee. It is so sad, such a young life taken way before his time. There is nothing I can say that will console his family and friends. Just always remember the good times and Sean will always be in your heart. His is your hero, 💔
Jonathan Santamaria
19/12/2022 17:41
Rest easy comrade your watch has ended
Tom leach
19/12/2022 17:40
R.I.P 🇮🇪
Christina quinlivan
19/12/2022 17:40
So sad rip Sean you have served your country reast easy now
Joseph and Evelyn Grant
19/12/2022 17:40
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all on the loss of your Hero.
John Walsh, Garda, Mountjoy Garda Station.
19/12/2022 17:40
My deepest sympathy to all of Pte Seán Rooney's family. His death is a heartbreak for all of the Nation. Yet I cannot imagine your own personal grief. Our hearts are breaking with yours, our minds are thinking of you and we all grieve with you. Sean's name will not be forgotten by the Irish people and we are here for you also. May he rest in peace, always.
Antoinette D'Arcy
19/12/2022 17:40
I'm so saddened by what happened in The Lebanon. A young soldiers life taken way too soon. My condolences to Sean's family and Fiancee and friends. RIP.
Thomas Jennifer and Alex Maguire
19/12/2022 17:40
Rest in peace.
Gerard Thompson Ex 12th Bn Limerick City.
19/12/2022 17:40
Our deepest condolence to all of Sean's family at this very sad time. Duty done, R.I.P.
Natalie Harmon
19/12/2022 17:40
Rest in peace young man, I pray for you and your family ☘️🇮🇪💗
Mary Gavin
19/12/2022 17:40
Condolences to all seans family your duty is done may you get the best bed in heaven
Kristina Clohessy
19/12/2022 17:40
Rip sean, condolences to all your family x
Valerie Nulty
19/12/2022 17:40
Deepest condolences to Pte Sean Rooneys family and friends,may he Rest in peace.🙏
David King Sgt Retired
19/12/2022 17:40
869674 Private Seán Rooney RIP Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
Cpl Fank Hayes Signals 6 Inf Bn
19/12/2022 17:40
Condolences To Sean's Family Girlfriend Friends and Colleagues 🙏R.I.P Fallen Comrade🙏 Ar Dheis De Go Raibh A Anam Dilis 🙏💚🇨🇮☘💚🙏
Ray & Sinead Beehan Co.Kilkenny.
19/12/2022 17:40
Our sincere condolences to the Rooney family on the sad loss of Seán may he rest in peace.
Joe. Monahan
19/12/2022 17:40
Sincere condolences , rest well . For your duty is served .
Sheena Vaughan
19/12/2022 17:40
Too young to die RIP
Dave Morrissey CQMS Retd
19/12/2022 17:40
Condoleinces to the Rooney family and friends. Sleep easy soldier
Mickela Roche
19/12/2022 17:40
Thank you for your service.
Marie
19/12/2022 17:40
Sincere condolences to all the Rooney family at this sad and difficult time. A life taken too soon. RIP Sean
Aidan Mc
19/12/2022 17:40
Very sorry for your loss
Geraldine O Connor
19/12/2022 17:40
So sad. A brave young soldier. Thoughts and prayers are with your family at this saddest of times. Rest in peace Sean.
Seamus & Emma Feery
19/12/2022 17:40
Our sincere condolences to Seàn's family and friends..We are so sorry for your devastating loss..Rest in Eternal Peace young man..Your Duty is Done.🙏🙏
Maurice and Jacqueline mannix from county kerry.
19/12/2022 17:40
our deepest condolences to séan Rooney's family and friends, may séan rest in peace 🙏
Lisa lowry
19/12/2022 17:40
Rest in peace sean ....your duty is done .....my family will be forever grateful to you
Heather Collins
19/12/2022 17:40
My sincere condolences to Sean's family, partner and friends, such a heartbreaking time for you all. May he rest in peace.
Kathleen lynch
19/12/2022 17:40
RIP SEAN AND GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY 💙
Pte Brendan Kelly 12th Inf Bn
19/12/2022 17:40
R.I.P Sean our thoughts and prayers and with you and all your family.
Reece O'Carroll Perse
19/12/2022 17:40
Rip soilder, 🇮🇪🕊
Ciaran Daly
19/12/2022 17:40
RIP
Karen Newman
19/12/2022 17:40
My deepest condolences to the Rooney family and Seán's fiance. You will all be in my thoughts. He will be remembered as a hero and a big loss to our country. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam delis.
Ciarán Murray
19/12/2022 17:40
Rest in Peace, a hero amongst men.
James McGowan
19/12/2022 17:40
Surrounded by the military all my life and you’ve given the ultimate sacrifice for me and my country.Thank you
Mary Birrane and Family Limerick
19/12/2022 17:40
Our deepest condolences to the Rooney family and the Defence forces on the untimely passing of Sean Rip, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Fin Nugent
19/12/2022 17:40
I'm lost for words. Just - Thank you, Seán. Rest well.
Michele Oakes
19/12/2022 17:40
Rest in peace Seán
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