Charlie Bird handed away this week on the age of 74.
Now funeral particulars have been introduced for the long-lasting Irish broadcaster.
The beloved broadcaster was identified with motor neurone illness (MND) in 2021 and labored tirelessly to lift consciousness concerning the illness.
His demise discover was posted on RIP.ie.
“Died peacefully in the wonderful care of Wicklow Hospice with his family at his side,” the discover reads.
“Sadly missed by his beloved wife, Claire, loving daughters Orla and Neasa, little wingman Tiger, his sons-in-law Rob and Aidan, adored grandchildren Charlie, Hugo, Abigail, Harriet and Edward, his extended family, former colleagues and a wide circle of friends both at home and abroad. Remembering also Orla and Neasa’s late mother Mary.”
There can be a service held to have fun Charlie’s life.
“A service to celebrate Charlie’s life will be held on Thursday (March 14th) at 12 noon in the Round Room, Mansion House, Dublin 2. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Wicklow Hospice.”
Before his demise, Charlie shared particulars of what he wish to occur at his funeral.
He wished The Parting Glass by Bruce Springsteen performed at his funeral. He additionally requested for his two daughters Orla and Neasa to say just a few phrases on the service, in addition to his long-time pal Joe Duffy.
The Dubliner additionally revealed how he would love the LGBTQ+ group to be concerned along with his funeral. Hoping mates will converse on the day, “and place a Pride flag on my coffin.”
He added that he wished his remaining resting place to be the Aran Island of Inisheer, the place he hoped to have his ashes scattered beside his greatest pal of fifty years.
