The 35-year-old was killed in a workplace accident in Australia and has been remembered as a man with a heart of gold
A young Irishman who tragically died in a workplace incident in Australia has been remembered as a "mischievous" soul with a golden heart, devoted to his fiancée and their little boy. A large congregation gathered at St Cartha's Church in Kilcar, south Donegal, to bid a heartfelt goodbye to Barry Breslin, aged 35.
Read more: Carrowdore bus crash investigation ongoing as Education Authority issues update on multi-agency response He added that he had no doubt that Barry and Melissa and son Tommy would have made a nice life together in Australia. "Into the scene came their little boy, Tommy. Melissa and Barry planned to get married some time next year and just make the whole loving relationship complete.
Among the offertory gifts brought to the altar were a framed family picture, a GAA jersey and a toy digger.Among those mourning the loss of the popular young man were his parents Mary and Seamus, his brothers Owen and Shane , his grandmother, Mary Ann , his aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, many friends and neighbours.”
"Being a father was his biggest achievement and he poured his heart into being the best dad he could be. Barry created a beautiful and full life in Australia with Melissa. He wasn't shy to let everyone know that Melissa was the love of his life. Barry adored Melissa and together they built a home full of love, laughter and shared dreams."
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