Funeral details for son of Mick Wallace have been announced

Joseph (Joe) Barry Wallace (30) died in Tallaght hospital on Thursday with his family at his side following a short illness.

His funeral takes place on Saturday in the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome at 4pm.

Joe’s death notice reads: “Barry Wallace Joseph (Goatstown, Dublin) peacefully 27th of June 2024 at Tallaght University Hospital.

“Beloved son of Patricia and Mick and much loved brother of Gráinne, Fionn and Sasha.

“He will be greatly missed by his family, brother-in-law Aria, aunts, uncles, nieces, extended family, girlfriend Rheanna and his very many wonderful friends.

“Reposing at Fanagans Home, Dundrum on Saturday (29th June) from 12 noon until 3.00 pm.

“A Funeral Service to celebrate Joseph’s life will be held in the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome, on Saturday (29th June) afternoon at 4.00 pm which may be viewed online.

“No flowers, please.”

Joe was a talented footballer and played for Wexford Youths when the League of Ireland club was in its infancy.

Last year, Joseph had undergone surgery on a brain tumour and had made a “great recovery” and was managing things with medication.

However, things took another tragic turn in recent weeks.

“We were on the campaign trail for the European elections when he got a bit of bad news about a month ago that there was another tumour,” close family friend and Mick’s election campaign manager, Seanie O’Shea said.

“Despite that, Joseph was in good spirits. He’s like Mick in that regard, he was a very positive person.”

RIP.ie has been flooded with condolences.

“Our deepest sympathy to you Mick, Patricia and all your family one the sad passing of Joe. May he rest in peace,” read one.

“My heartfelt condolences to the Wallace family, Rheanna, and Joe’s wide and extended group of friends. He was so thoughtful, strikingly handsome, fast and beyond humble – qualities that are not often found in one person alone, he is a credit to all of you.

“I wish I had taken the opportunity to get to know him better. He is a bright shining light and won’t be forgotten,” was another.

“I couldnt believe it when i found out about Joe, I knew him when we were teenagers and was always an absolutely delight.”

“My thoughts and prayers are with his family, partner and friends. May he rest in eternal peace,” and “The Wallace family will be in our prayers at this difficult time from all in West Belfast – the adopted home of the late Fr Matt Wallace – Joseph’s uncle,” were others.