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06 Sept 2025

Special Mass and burial of ashes of Tipperary priest who died suddenly in the UK

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Fr Seán Carroll, parish priest of the Most Sacred Heart, 73 Pembroke Road, Ruislip, London, in the Diocese of Westminster has passed away. 

A Mass in celebration of Sean's life will be held in the Church of St James Two Mile Borris, on Saturday, February 15 at 1.30pm, followed by Burial of Ashes in the adjoining cemetery.

Formerly of Cloncleigh, Two Mile Borris, Thurles, Fr Carroll passed away suddenly at his residence in Ruislip.

In a statement online on January 6, the Diocese of Westminster said: "It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Fr Sean Carroll.

"Fr Sean was found dead in the presbytery on Sunday at Sacred Heart, Ruislip. Prayers were offered for him and his family in Ireland have been informed.

"I ask your prayers for the repose of his soul and the Lord’s merciful welcome into eternal life. Fr Sean was a priest of great integrity for whom justice was always important. May the Lord welcome home this good and faithful servant."

Fr Seán's mortal remains were received at Most Sacred Heart church, Ruislip at 4.30pm on Wednesday, January 29. 

Cremation followed at 2.30pm at Breakspear Crematorium.

Fr Seán's Ashes will be interred in the family grave in county Tipperary.

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