We just received word that one of our Irish Letterhead Brothers is involved in a battle with cancer. He may not see Christmas.
Eoin Quigley is a 36 year old signmaker from Kilkenny, Ireland. Eoin and his wife Marion have 2 children. Many of you know him from meets in the UK and here in N. America.
We've had the pleasure of spending some time with Eoin. A few years back, he spent a few months working with Russ Kelly at Kelly Signs in Toronto. Russ and Eoin dropped by our home one day. Eoin was considering a move to Canada or the US at that time. He had lots of dreams for his future.
Russ Kelly is trying to get a flight from Toronto to Ireland. He's promised to keep all us informed. I know all of our prayers and thoughts are with Eoin and his Family at this time.
[ December 23, 2002, 03:15 PM: Message edited by: Steve Shortreed ]
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
So very saddened to hear such news.
I'm reminded of how precious each day is, and how much we should put as much life into our time here as we can.
Seize every moment!
My heart and lots of positive energy goes out to them.
Nettie
Posted by Mark Fair Signs (Member # 289) on :
such a kind face you posted there steve.
it also saddens me to hear such news even though i don't know Eoin and his family personally i only wish them the best.
God Bless those Letterheads.
sincerly,
mark fair
Posted by Monte Jumper (Member # 1106) on :
Eoin and I spent a wonderful evening in Kinsale talking about anything and everything...he's dripping with talent and very humble.
We have e-mailed several times
This is such sad news...we'll be praying for him, he's on our list of people to hook up with when we go to Kilkenny next year. (for obvious reasons)
[ December 23, 2002, 07:41 PM: Message edited by: Monte Jumper ]
Posted by Neil D. Butler (Member # 661) on :
That is terrible just terrible, Our hearts go out to him and his family.
Posted by Kathy Joiner (Member # 1814) on :
Our prayers are with Eoin and his family. May God grant them the grace and strength required to make it through this tragedy.
Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
I met Eoin at Terry Colley's Ole Bull & Brush meet in England. He's a great guy! Was looking forward to spending more time with him at the Kilkenny meet.Our hearts and prayers go out to him and his family. Keep us posted. Judy
Posted by Darryl Gomes (Member # 98) on :
I work at Kelly Sign and had the pleasure to spend more than a month working side-by-side with Eoin. He is an incredible person. I am glad to have spent the time working with and getting to know Eoin. My prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by cheryl nordby (Member # 1100) on :
Sending prayers from Seattle. What very sad news. It makes you appreciate all the goodness that we sometimes take for granted.
Posted by Miles Cullinane (Member # 980) on :
This is really sad news i know Eoin and was looking forward to this meet that he was planning. i will be adding my prayers to many others.
Eoin has that spirit of sharing like many on this board. Steve if you could email me with some more news if you hear. I want to know if there is anything that i can do.
Posted by bill riedel (Member # 607) on :
Let all of us pray for him, the power of prayer has done much good. All of us have lost friends and relatives to cancer. With all the technology out there we are still at its mercy.
Posted by Deb Fowler (Member # 1039) on :
For those who know Eoin our prayers are with you also.
To Eoin: May the peace and love that surpass all understanding be with you now, Eoin. The Almighty Maker has a plan for us, you know. You have touched many lives and now it is time to lean on those who know you and your efforts. May your family and loved ones be specially blessed with the eternal spirit, and the sun shine upon you.
[ December 24, 2002, 10:20 AM: Message edited by: Deb Fowler ]
Posted by Bruce Bowers (Member # 892) on :
Prayers are coming out from our family to yours. This is truely saddening news.
Posted by Joey Madden (Member # 1192) on :
Such a young fella to be inflicted with this kind of disease, my prayers are with all his family, friends and of course with Eoin. It brings tears to my eyes and hopefully strength to all involved.
