Funeral of Mayo garda who died suddenly while cycling

THE funeral arrangements have been announced of John McCallion, Carnacross, Swinford.

The deceased, a member of An Garda Siochana, died on Friday evening at Kinaffe after becoming ill while out cycling.

He is deeply regretted by his wife Colette, daughters Sarah and Grace and son Robert, parents Nancy and Bob, sisters Noreen and Deirdre.

He was predeceased by his brother Robert.

John is also sadly missed by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncles, aunts, family circle, garda colleagues and friends.

Deepest sympathy is tendered to the bereaved family.

His remains will be reposing in Campbell's Funeral Home, Swinford, on Monday from 3 until 8 p.m.

Requiem Mass takes place on Tuesday at 12 noon in the Church of Our Lady Help of Christians Swinford with burial afterwards to Kilconduff Cemetery.

May his gentle soul rest in peace.