WARD, Noel (Castleknock, Dublin and formerly of Finglas) - February 7, 2021 (peacefully), at his home after a long illness and surrounded by his family; Noel, beloved husband of Mary, dear father of Peter, Jonathan, Melissa and a devoted grandfather to Emma, Jack, James, Sean, Chloe and Anna; He will also be sadly missed by his daughters-in-law Niamh and Michelle along with son-in-law Darragh, his sister's Marie, Joan, his late brother Sean's family, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and especially his friends and neighbours. Noel formerly of Rank Xerox and later DST fought a long and courageous battle right to the very end to the admiration of all his family and friends. He will be dearly missed and leaves us all with only good memories of the life he shared with us. The family wishes to give special thanks to the staff in St. Francis Hospice Blanchardstown's Home Palliative Team who provided exceptional care and empathy. A private funeral will take place due to government advice regarding public gatherings. When the current circumstances have passed, we look forward to celebrating Noel’s life with friends and extended family at a later date. If you would like to have attended the funeral, but due to current restrictions you cannot, please leave your personal message at www. cunninghamsfunerals.com/death-notices The family have asked for donations to St. Francis Hospice Blanchardstown in lieu of flowers please.