RIP: ‘A lovely man’ - Tributes paid to Waterford man who died in tragic collision
Tributes to the late Richard Prendergast have come in from across West Waterford
Tributes have been paid to the County Waterford man who died in a tragic collision involving a bus on Sunday evening.
Richard (Wally) Prendergast, late of D’Loughtane, Clashmore, was pronounced dead after his car and a bus collided on the N25 in Kinsalebeg.
He was predeceased by his parents William and Josie and brothers Declan and Joseph.
Richard will be sadly missed by heartbroken wife Caroline, sons Marcus, William, John and Patrick, daughters-in-law Jessica, Aisling, Claire and Lisa, grandchildren Josie, Emily, Eve, Ruadhán, Éaladh, Alba and Haley, brother Billy and sisters Sheila and Bernadette.
He is also deeply regretted by his nieces, nephews, neighbours and many friends.
Tributes to Richard have come in from across the West Waterford community following his sad passing.
One local woman wrote: “My heartfelt condolences to Caroline and all Wally’s family.
“An absolute legend and character of a man - he will be sorely missed in the village. Forever in our prayers.”
Another local described Richard as a ‘lovely and genuine man who will be greatly missed”.
Meanwhile, one family wrote: “Caroline, and boys and extended family, so very sorry for your premature loss.
“Wally always had a mischievous way about him, always up for the laugh. Be strong and look after one another. May Wally RIP.”
Richard will repose at Egan’s Funeral Home in Youghal on Wednesday evening from 5pm to 6:30pm.
Requiem Mass will take place in St. Cronan’s Church, Clashmore on Thursday morning at 11am, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
May Richard Rest in Peace.