
Derek Meade, Meadowbrook, Tramore.
Passed peacefully after a long illness bravely borne,in the wonderful care of the staff of Waterford University Hospital.
Predeceased by his brother in-law-law Dr Setty and sadly by his grand-nephew Finn Meade (aged 4),
Who passed away suddenly on 29th of July 2021 in Boston, MA.
Derek will be deeply regretted by his loving wife of 56 years Sheelagh; by his daughter Catherine; and his sons Mark, Ian, and Brian; his much loved grandchildren Aaron, Nicholas, Matthew, and Lily; his daughter-in-law Tavrina and his son-in-law Donal Maher; and Mark’s partner Shelly; his sisters Neasa (India), Alma, and Oonagh; his brother Brian (Boston); and his brother-in-law and life long friend Brendan O’Mahony. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews, neighbours, and friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
Reposing privately at Falconer’s Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore, on Sunday, the 8th of August, from 5 pm to 6 pm. For those who wish to participate remotely at Derek’s reposal, please follow the link here
Requiem Mass on Monday, the 9th of August, at 11:30 am at the Holy Cross Church, Tramore,
followed by burial immediately afterwards in St. Declan’s cemetery.
For those who wish to participate remotely in Derek’s Requiem Mass please follow the link here
Derek’s funeral cortège will walk from Tramore Credit Union to the Holy Cross Church, Tramore.
Family flowers only, please. If you wish to leave a message of support for Derek’s family, we suggest using the online condolences page below to offer your sympathies.
Due to H.S.E. guidelines the funeral Mass and burial will be limited to 50 people and private to the immediate family. We suggest using the online condolence page below as an option to offer your sympathies. Thank you for your co-operation and consideration at this difficult time.
James Falconer (Undertaker)
Coolgower Woods, Tramore Road, Waterford
051 35 58 72
www.falconersundertakers.com












Condolences (15)
Jim&mary Reidy
Aug 09, 2021
Deepest sympathy to Sheila and family on Derek's death.
Tom Cusack
Aug 09, 2021
Sincere condolences to Sheelagh and all the family on the sad news of the passing of Derek. Tom and Catherine Cusack
Liam and Terri Slevin
Aug 09, 2021
Condolence to Sheelagh and family, may Derek Res in peace,
Paul and Laura Brett
Aug 08, 2021
Sincere condolences to the Meade family on your sad loss.
Mick Cullen.
Aug 07, 2021
Condolences Sheelagh & family. R I P old pal, I was lucky to call you a friend.
Pat o Sullivan .
Aug 07, 2021
Sincerest condolences to all the family.
Peter and Margaret Hughes
Aug 07, 2021
Sincere condolences to Sheelagh and all the family. May he rest in peace.
Joanne (Keating), Pat & Katie O'Brien
Aug 07, 2021
Mrs Meade & family - So sorry to hear your sad news. Thinking of you all. Joanne
Martin and Geraldine Flavin
Aug 07, 2021
To Sheelagh and all the Meade family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.RIP Derek a true gentleman.
Elinor O'Brien
Aug 06, 2021
Deepest Sympathy to Sheelagh and the family. Sincere condolences.
Paddy and Marcella Garvey
Aug 06, 2021
May he rest in peace and our sympathy to Sheelagh and family
Terry & Liz Acheson
Aug 06, 2021
So sorry to hear the sad news
Tom Cusack
Aug 06, 2021
Sincere condolences to Sheelagh and all the family on the loss of Derek. May he rest in peace. Tom and Catherine Cusack
Bill and Avril Halley
Aug 06, 2021
Deepest Sympathies to Sheelagh and all the family.
Ray & Imelda Griffin
Aug 06, 2021
Deepest sympathy to Catherine and all the Meade family. May Derekâs soul Rest In Peace.