Alfie, the memories will endure.
The friendship we had was priceless.
In a world where so much cruelty exists you were so compassionate and caring.
The pain of losing you is immense.
It is much more intense for Kate and Frank.
There is no coffin heavier than that of a child.
The pain that Jenny, Paddy, Katie and Seán must also endure seems unimaginable.
You will be laid to rest, Alfie.
When my turn comes, prior to dispersal in the ocean, it is my wish that my ashes be brought by my family to where you sleep.
We shall have one last goodbye, one final Alfie-Anthony time.
We had so many including our two hour chats on the phone.
When we were not sipping whiskey we went for the Zero or Flat white.
Your intellect was amazing.
You brought such clarity to issues as we set about fixing the world.
Not a day will pass for me where you will not be in it.
Thanks for everything, Alfie.
Loved and remembered by Anthony, Carrie, Fírinne and Rónán.
Really moving tribute, Anthony. Alfie had so much more to give as well.
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ReplyDeleteNice tribute Anthony, must have been great friends.
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He was indeed Caoimhin.
DeleteLast year I would get to see you, him and my daughter on the one day on the same circuit! Down to you, across to her and over to him. As he was usually the last stop we would hit the pub and drink Zeros.
Great conversation with all three of you.
It is just difficult to process.