Robert (Bobby) LEWIS Bank Place, Tipperary Town, Tipperary
The Tipperary Town community is mourning the passing of Robert Lewis, a much-loved father, grandfather, father-in-law and the man who built Lewis Butchers into what it is today.
As a mark of respect and to honour his memory, Lewis Butchers will close on Wednesday, August 20, and Thursday, August 21.
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The family has expressed their gratitude to the public for their understanding and support during this difficult time.
Robert (Bobby) Lewis of Lewis Butchers, Bank Place, Tipperary Town passed away peacefully on August 18 surrounded by his loving family.
Pre-deceased by his sister Pauline (McCormack).
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Deeply regretted by his loving family; Brian, Linda, Mark & Dean & their mother Liz, brother Thomas, sisters Betty, Esther, Anne & Mary, daughter-in-law Catherine, son-in-law Colin, grand-children Conor, Katelyn, Jamie, Jake & Luke, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours & friends.
Reposing at Fogarty’s Funeral Home, Blind Street, Tipperary (E34 VX40) this Wednesday (August 20) from 6pm to 7.30pm.
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Arriving to St Michael's Church, Tipperary, on Thursday, at 11.30am for Requiem Mass at 12 noon, followed by burial in St Michael's Cemetery, Tipperary.
People have been posting tributes to Robert on rip.ie:
Sincere condolences to all of Bobby’s family and friends. A hard working man, he showed me his office computer and printer a few years ago and I remember how advanced his skills were. May he rest in peace.
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Our deepest sympathy to you mark and your family on the passing of your dad. I will always remember the very kind sponsorship he gave us when doing a charity event. May he rest in peace.
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Sincere sympathy to the Lewis family on the sad passing of Robert. I have great memories of our childhood days in the Avenue. Robert was a true gentleman.
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Deepest sympathy to all of Bob's family. We had many a great night in Turkey and Bob was a great man to sing a song.
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