Patrick Joseph Brogan (26 Jun 1941 - 7 Oct 2021)

I will miss you so much grandad.

With fond memories of PJ

Rest in peace. Fond memories of you as a part of growing up in Ipswich with all the family over here. Chatting about football, with a roaring fire in the front room and always welcoming. May you rest in peace.

With love, Nadia x

With love from Matt & Mark xx

RIP PJ, deepest condolences to the family.

I will miss Mr Brogan. A trooper and an inspiration. I will always remember him with much fondness. Rest in peace Sir.

PJ will be very sadly missed by all here in Ireland. His trips back were always eagerly awaited by the whole family, and once he was back in Granard, it was like he never left, he fitted back in like a glove.
My stand out memories of PJ were his long chats in front of the fire with Nana (Bawbie), the two of them would talk for hours and hours about the good old days while literally sitting only a few inches from the fireplace, laughing and smoking until eventually the main stick in the back of the fire was in ashes, only then they would finally call it a night and retire to the bed. It was always a privilege to be involved in those conversations and they would happily include anyone that was there without batting an eyelid, they treated everyone the same.
PJ had a great combination of kindness, humor and stoicism, I never heard him complaining about being bored when he was back here, he used his time to catch up with people, find out how things were going and have a good laugh with them, I remember one year for instance, not that long ago when he came back to stay in Aughnacliffe for a few weeks and while he was there he
decided to clean out a whole shed, just to make himself useful and to help out Mum and Dad. That's the kind of person he was. He reminded me so much of his mother, another beautiful sole and I can see many of the characteristics they both had in PJs children, John and David which gives me some consolation and great hope for the future .
I will miss him dearly and would like to offer my sincere condolences to Janet, John and David, his beautiful grandchildren as well as to his brothers and sisters and in particular to my dear mother Mary who was so close to PJ and loved him dearly.

PJ, enjoy those fags with Baubie up there, pass on my best to her and toast a beautiful life you made for yourself. You have a lot to look back at with pride.
All our love
David, Angie and Kate

Hope this helps in some small way for people and their families faced with sepsis

Uncle PJ, I can’t believe you’re gone. One of my earliest memories is of waking up to find that you and Janet has arrived home on holidays from England - I was bashful at first but then very happy to be with you. That feeling of being happy in your company never left me. Anytime I met you in recent years you reminded so much of my beloved grandmother and I found it to be such a lovely thing that she lived on through you, not just in looks but in personality. Just like her, you were kind, gentle, chatty, a tiny bit bold (especially when it came to cigarettes!) and you were as devoted to your children as she had been to hers. As I look at your photo I can still hear your voice, your chuckle; picture you walking. I have a thousand memories of the moments we were all together as a family, in ireland and the UK. Though you’re gone from this world all that love is still here and will remain infinitely. Safe travels my dear uncle, Ar dheis De go raibh d’anam. Bernice, Brian, Lily, Luke and Evie xx

In loving memory of PJ. Claire and Fergal xxx

PJ was a wonderful uncle and I have such great memories of his annual trips to Ireland which were the highlight of the year. He was always so interested in everything his nieces and nephews were doing and we could chat about anything. He was his mothers son and he was the kindest and most good natured man, not to mention great craic. I used to love hear him whistling (badly 😂) a tune in the mornings. He will always be in our hearts and he will be greatly missed. Xxx

PJ was such a lovely man & great character. I remember him singing Wild Rover at Rob & Jonny’s wedding - very entertaining! RIP PJ XXX

What a wonderful person PJ was, a real gentleman and family man. Always there for everyone. So grateful to have know him and being part of his family life over the years. Will miss you but the wonderful memories I have and the laughs we had together will always be with me. 🙏🏻🥰

R.I.P PJ. After mass I used to stand outside with PJ to have a smoke and general chit chat. He used to love his Formula 1 motor racing and also a bit of politics. He was always extremely proud of his family and especially his granddaughter before Hamish arrived. Despite recently being quite often in pain he was still cheerful and humorous. It is not the same without him. Deepest sympathy to all his family, Tom McDonnell

So sorry to hear of Paddy's passing and have very fond memories of him at Rob & Jonny's wedding. Sending love and hugs to all Paddy's family and friends and well done for writing such a lovely obituary. Wendy & Andy G xx

I always loved meeting you and Janet over the years, from when I first met Jon at Airtours to just a few years ago at Robbie and Jons place in Bedford. You always greeted me with a big smile and so much warmth, I will remember you with a great fondness. I could see how proud you were of Jon and everything he achieved, he was obviously a chip off the old block!

To a wonderful man. Part of my childhood and many happy memories. ❤️

PJ was a wonderful uncle, someone I loved and who was very much part of my childhood formation. He had an understated presence and it was always reassuring having him around because he helped make the house happy. He and mum and Nana Brogan would chat for hours and PJ would joke and have fun with me as I came in and out of conversations.

I was always so grateful for the bond PJ had with my mum, I think it has helped keep her sane! She enjoyed PJ’s company and phone calls so much - they always lifted her day. Knowing that their friendship was rock solid meant a lot to me and all the family. PJ was someone mum turned to for a bit of cheer but also if she needed support. He was always there for her. Dad also had great time for PJ and looked forward to his visits.

I was so delighted that PJ was at my wedding. Conor thought he was a gentleman and lovely company too. We also remember dancing away into the small hours at John’s wedding with PJ and David - such fun and special memories.

I will miss PJ very much. I know it will be really tough for Janet, David and John. I send all my love and support.

I’m so sad PJ is gone. I never remember him complaining about aches and pains, though I know he suffered from arthritis. He always kept the sunny side out and made others smile. I hope the sepsis foundation’s work can uncover continually better treatments.

To my darling husband, I will miss you very much and I will be lost without you 😞💔. R.I.P. Your loving wife Janet xx❤️

R.I.P. my beloved Dad. May this donation help others in your memory. ❤️ You lit up our lives…..may your massive personality continue to shine up there! We love and miss you so so much. 😞💔 Your ever loving Son John and Son-In-Law Rob. ❤️❤️