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Vincent Tuite – a true gentleman who enjoyed taking part in musicals and forged great friends in Greenore Golf Club

Vincent, who was born on July 10 1931, and was the eldest son of Laurence and Annie and brother to Brian, Aileen, Desmond, Kevin, Marie and Larry. Home was in the Deerpark and all was well until tragedy struck in 1944 with the passing of Laurence. Facing an uncertain future, there was no option but for Vincent to leave school and find work to support the family. He became an apprentice in 'The Dundalk Democrat' and continued to work there as a compositor until his retirement in 1996. Vincent's brothers and sisters often spoke of his quiet determination and his steadfast resolve to hold the family together during those difficult times. Never one to complain, they described him as a tremendous brother who in fact raised two families. Vincent always enjoyed Gaelic games and although an injury prematurely ended his own football career, he did have the opportunity to line out for the Christian Brothers school in Croke Park. However, football was only one of many pastimes. Vincent also enjoyed acting, often recounting stories of the evenings spent in the old Ravensdale Hall in plays and musicals under the direction of Fr. Hardy. Tears of laughter would roll down his face as he recalled forgotten lines, prompts across the stage or times when lines were forgotten altogether, all to the howls of laughter from the audience. Golf, and friendships forged in Greenore Golf Club provided many happy times for Vincent, none more so than his participation on the Newsam Cup winning team of 1987. There were also many golf trips to Portugal in retirement with a group calling themselves 'The Ryder Cup Team'. Having been born in Co. Monaghan, Vincent chose as his bride a young teacher from Scotstown, who had come to work in Dulargy National School. He and Maura McCann were married on August 5 1959. A devoted couple throughout their lives, they were seldom seen apart. They shared a passion for travel visiting many places throughout their married life, family holidays in Ireland, trips in Europe and Vietnam, also spending several holidays in Australia visiting son Ciaran and Vincent's brother Larry. Vincent and Maura shared an enjoyment of music and especially looked forward to attending performances by mezzo soprano Tara Erraught. The family were delighted that Tara and the Ravensdale Choir, of which Vincent was a long time member, were able to sing at the Funeral Mass, under the direction of Liz McConnon, organist. Working in Dundalk, Vincent became involved with the Local Civil Defence Unit and served on the Board of Directors of Cuchulainn Credit Union for many years. Faith was important to Vincent and he served as a Eucharistic Minister and Minister of the Word in the parish. A quiet man, with a great smile who enjoyed the simple things in life, his devotion to family will be forever remembered by his children, brothers and sister. Simply put, Vincent Tuite was a True Gentleman. Predeceased by his loving wife Maura, parents Laurence and Annie, brother Brian, sister Marie and son in law Barry. Survived by children, Anne, Margo, Joan, Ciarán and Tara, brothers Desmond, Kevin, Larry and sister Aileen. Daughter in law Tien, sons in law Jimmy, Gerard and Séamus. Grandchildren Valentina, Laura, Teresa, Christopher, Ruth, Claire, Luke, Oisín and Quan. Great grandchildren James, Aleigha, Leon and Jake. Having reposed at his home in Deerpark, Vincent was brought to St. Mary's Church on Thursday June 12 for Funeral Mass celebrated by Fr. S. Duffy P.P. assisted by Fr. P. Murphy. Symbols of his life were presented by grandson Luke, great grandchildren Aleigha and Jake, niece Catherine, with commentary by granddaughter Claire. Readings were given by daughter Joan and granddaughter Teresa. Prayers of Faithful read by daughters Tara and Margo, grandchildren Ruth and Christopher, brother Kevin and niece Siobhán. Offertory gifts presented by brothers Desmond and Kevin and nephew David. Reflection after Communion read by daughter Anne and Eulogy delivered by son Ciarán. Burial took place afterwards in Calvary Cemetery, Dulargy. The Tuite family would like to thank all those who called to the house, expressed condolences or sent Mass Cards. The Months Mind Mass for Vincent will be celebrated on Sunday July 6, at 11.30am in St. Marys Church, Ravensdale. Suaimhneas Síoraí i mbaclainn Dé