ARCOIreland regrets to inform its members of the death of Lieutenant General James (Jim) Parker DSM, who died peacefully in the care of Naas Hospital on the 14th April 2020, aged 91, after a short illness. Beloved husband of the late Breeda, much loved father of Eamonn, Liam (Billy), Siobhan, Colman, Ciaran, Diarmuid and much […]
Yearly Archives: 2020
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Apr
Apr
Launch of Redesigned Website – April 2020 ARCOIreland communicates with its members by e mail, text-a-message and postings on its website. Our redesigned website has just been launched and its site map may be viewed here. The project was undertaken by ARCOIreland’s Web Master, Dermot Kelly and its Web Manager, Commandant Billy Campbell (Retd). The […]
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Apr
Apr
ARCOIreland regrets to inform its members of the death of Brigadier-General T.M. (Tom) McDunphy, peacefully on Saturday, 04 April, at Rosehill Nursing Home Surrey, England, while visiting his daughter. Husband of the late Josephine (Jo). Deeply regretted by his son Padraic, daughter Maeve, brother Terry, daughter-in-law Trina, son-in-law Chris, and grandchildren Ellen, Andrew and Alex, […]
05
Apr
Apr
Here is a story to lift the heart and the soul in these dark days. It’s about Tom Gunn, an 82 year old retired member of the Defence Forces who served in the Congo and survived the Siege of Jadotville. Very recently Tom survived another battle. This time it was with COVID-19 and took place […]
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Apr
Apr
Some of our homeless comrades are facing even greater difficulties during the current COVID-19 (Coronavirus) crisis. ONE is appealing for help for these veterans who must still survive on the streets during this pandemic. They need your help urgently. ONE has set up a text donation system. To donate simply text ‘Flag’ to 50300 to […]
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Mar
Mar
ARCOIreland regrets to inform its members of the deaths of two classmates from 2 Potential Officers Course, Commandant John Lyons, Ballyhaunis, County Mayo and Commandant Sean Conlon, Blanchardstown, Dublin. Those who would have liked to attend the funerals, but due to current restrictions cannot, may leave personal messages on rip.ie. The death has occurred, peacefully, […]
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Mar
Mar
Background COVID-19, also known as coronavirus, is a new viral respiratory illness that can affect your lungs and airways. Ireland’s first case of coronavirus was confirmed on 29 February 2020. The Government remains proactive in implementing measures to protect citizens by delaying the spread of COVID-19. ARCOIreland’s members are encouraged to follow the Government’s advice, […]
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Mar
Mar
ARCOIreland regrets to inform its members of the death of Brigadier General Pearse Redmond of Raheny, Dublin on March 14, 2020. Beloved husband of Phil and much loved father of Lorna, Karen and Jocelyn. Pre-deceased by his sister Maureen and his brother Aidan; lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his family, sons-in-law Paul, Michael and […]
07
Mar
Mar
Arising from a letter from the Minister’s Private Secretary on 18 February, ARCOIreland responded to the Minister of State with Responsibility for Defence on 05 March. At the outset, ARCOIreland reiterated its strongly held conviction that the Military Service Allowance (MSA) increase must retrospectively apply to all military pensions in payment on 03 July 2019, […]
02
Mar
Mar
ARCOIreland regrets to inform its members of the death of Commandant Joseph (Joe) Casey of Camden House, Crosshaven, County Cork. On 1st March 2020, unexpectedly, at Cork University Hospital. Dearly beloved husband of Evelyn and loving father of Aileen, Martin, Sara and Padraig. Sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, daughters, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren Kyran, […]