The Mayor of Waterford City and County, Councillor John Pratt has opened Books of Condolence in memory of Brendan Grace.

The comedian died yesterday morning just weeks after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.

Members of the public can sign the books at the civic offices in Dungarvan and in Waterford City. They will remain open until Friday 19th July at 5.00pm.

Paying tribute to Brendan Grace, Mayor Pratt said:

“Remembering today a great comedian and entertainer who brought endless joy to many families at home and abroad. Brendan was a regular performer in Waterford, with his last show in
Cappoquin Community Centre. I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to his wife Eileen, children Amanda, Melanie, Bradley and Brendan Patrick, grandchildren and his
extended family, friends and followers.”

Fianna Fail Councillor James Tobin paid tribute to the comedian at last night’s council meeting, he asked the Mayor to open a book of condolence in his memory.

“I’m sure downstairs here, Brendan Grace has entertained thousand and hundreds of people in this theatre and all over Ireland.

“He was a gentleman as a comedian, you never heard this man use bad language, he was able to make people laugh in the way that they should be made laugh.”