Monday, 10th March, 2025

Martin Forde

Andrew Mooney -
Martin Forde

Peacefully, in the loving care of the doctors, nurses and staff at Sligo University Hospital. Martin, predeceased by his parents Sheila and Patrick, brothers Owen, Archie and John and sisters Mary and Nora. Beloved brother of Joseph, Eric, Paddy and Breege. He will be sadly missed by his brothers, sister, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, in-laws, relatives and large circle of friends.

At Rest.

Reposing at The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo on Saturday evening from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. Funeral will arrive to Calry Parish Church, The Mall, Sligo for Service at 1:00pm on Sunday with funeral proceeding to Sligo Cemetery for burial after. The service is being live-streamed on the Calry Parish Church Facebook page.
Donations if desired to North West Hospice, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home.

Safe in The Arms of Jesus.

You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family on The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home website www.sligofuneralhome.ie

 

Andrew Mooney -

Condolences

Michael Mc Gurrin

Rest in Peace Martin.

John healy

R I P martin

Eugene harte

May Martin rest in peace from p j fowley and Eugene harte

Rosaleen Cuffe

Very sad to hear of the passing of Martin-always a cheery word for everyone

Shaun Connor

Martin was one of Sligo’s characters, and will be missed around the town. I send my deepest sympathy to Eric and other family members.

Tony Casey

Condolences, a lovely man Will missed very much.

Bernie Mc Morrow

Condolences to Eric om Martin's death. May he rest in peace

Marian Moore

Our deepest condolences to Eric and all the extended family on the death of Martin Rest in Peace. We had many a conversation with Martin over town and always received a copy of his poetry. Our prayers are for you Eric at this time.

Pauline Fallon

I am very very sorry to hear of Martin's passing. He was such a lovely man, with a kind word for everyone. Condolences to all the Forde Family. Rest in Peace Martin Pauline Fallon

Dominick Davey

So very sorry to hear RIP Martin

John Foley

I was sad to hear of the passing of Martin a good and kind soul I will miss the conversation (argument) with him about politics and religion each time I met him around Sligo Town. God Bless Rest in Peace

Marc Mac Sharry TD & Family

One of Sligo's greats. Sincere sympathy to Eric, Breege, Joseph, Patrick and all nieces nephews and extended Forde, Gorman and Mills families at home and abroad. A gentle giant of Sligo life politics and culture. He will be greatly missed by all. Martin Forde - all graces and no airs! RIP.

Alan & Tina McDonagh

So sorry to hear of Martins passing our sincere condolences to Eric & extended family, He will always be remembered as one of Sligos Characters & poets

Des Kennedy

Very sorry to hear of the passing of a great character.

Michael and Mary Keaney

Our sincere sympathy to Eric and Forde family on the passing of Martin to his Eternal reward. May he rest in Peace.

Sean Forde

Deepest condolences to Eric and extended family on the death of Martin.May he rest in peace.

Anne Kerins

So sorry to hear of Martin's passing, always a lovely smile, Sleep with the angels RIP

Dermot Hynes

Deepest sympathy to Eric and the Forde family may Martin rest in peace.

Anne o Connell

Rest in peace Martin

claire foley

Rest in Peace Martin.

Sandra Kearins

Saddened to hear of the passing of Martin,he was a great character and always enjoyed a chat,he will be missed on the streets of Sligo .Rest in peace

Liam Gannon

God rest you Martin Ford, a great Sligo character and very talented poet. He had great courage of his convictions.

Sean Clancy

Condolences to Eric and all the Forde family, may Martin rest in peace

Alan McCoy

Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints Psalm 116v 15 Prayers are with Eric

Eamon Scanlon

Deepest sympathies to all the Ford Families. May Martina Soul rest in Peace.

Lester Ferguson

Sorry to hear this sad news, love to the family. RIP Martin.

Ronnie Marshall

My sincere condolences to Eric, Joseph, Paddy, and Breege on the sad passing of Martin. I will always have fond memories of him as a neighbour and a character in St Annes Tce. May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Ann Cawley

Condolences to Eric & family. Martin rest in peace

Declan hegarty

Martin you will be greatly missed .the town will never seem the same

Martin Kenny TD

Deepest sympathy to all the Forde family on the death of Martin. Always a great man meet, with a point of view and a happy outlook. May he rest in peace.

Allen and Maura Cummins

Sincere sympathy to the Forde family on the passing of Martin. A real Sligo character he will be missed R.I.P.

Albert ettied higins carrowroe

deepest sympathy in our thoughts and prayers

Ann Guilfoyle

Sorry to hear this news. Martin was one of Sligo best known characters. My condolences to his family.

Danny Garvey

Sincere sympathy to the Forde family on the passing of Martin a true Sligo character, may he rest in peace.

Mary O Donnell

Rest in peace Martin...

Mrs Helen Donaghy

A lovely fun man to chat to. Very friendly and always keen to know how the family was doing. Sharing his poetry and leaving the conversation on a positive note. Praying for you Eric and the close family and friends.

Gerry Farry

Sincere sympathy to Eric and the extended Forde family on the sad passing of Martin. A truly decent person who always called it as he seen it. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May his gentle soul rest in peace. Gerry and Rina Farry, Sligo.

Barnes Murphy

Sincere sympathy to Eric and the Forde family on the sad passing of Martin. He was an interesting character and many times I copied his stories and poems while working in Sligo. Martin rest in peace.

Philip Anthony Leyden

Very sorry to hear about the passing of Martin, I remember him foundly coming in dunnes stores, when I used work there for over 8 years, I got to know him well. My symptoms to him family

Roisin Campbell

Rest in peace Martin

Martina Cullen

Sincere condolences to the Forde family on the sad passing of Martin. Rest in peace Martin

Rosaleen McManus

Deepest condolence to Eric and the e

Mick and Irene Geelan and family, Grange.

To Eric and all the Ford family, sincerest condolences at this sad time. Martin has been our friend for over 40 years and a nicer more genuine person I have yet to meet. We are shocked by his death. Martin and his concern for his fellow man will be greatly missed in Sligo. So, so sorry for your loss.

Sean Nolan

very sorry to hear of the passing of Martin. Our sympathies to Eric and all the Ford family, Sean & Liz

Ann Kivlehan

It is with sincere sympathy I have heard of Martin’s passing, May his spirit be at peace. He had an amazing perspective on our world, he has left a legacy with his poetry. My deepest condolences to his family.

Fionnuala & All the Woods Family .

We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Martin.Martin always so friendly & honest ,Caring & happy .You will be badly missed .Sligo will not be the same without you.May your gentle Soul Rest in your eternal reward.Martin had great faith in God & was very pro life .Sincere condolences to Eric & all the family

Noel Sexton

Really sorry to hear of the passing of Martin ..May he Rest in Peace

Deacon Kevin and Flynn Lackagh

My sincere condolences to, Joseph, Eric, Paddy and Breege and all the extended Forde family on the death of Martin. You are all in my prayers at this very sad time. May Martin's Soul Rest in Peace.

Mary Mahon & family

Our deepest condolences to Eric and all the Forde family. May Martin Rest in Peace.

Matt MC Colgan

A very nice man Martin may he Rest in Peace for all eternity. My sincere condolences to all his family.

Margaret McCrann

Rest in Peace condolences to his Family

Robert and Geraldine

Rest in Peace, Martin.

Peter & Margaret Gillen, Oxnard, California

Deepest sympathy, Rest in Peace, Martin.

Sydney & Olive Taylor.

Deepest Sympathy Eric and the extended family. Remembering you all at this sad time.

Dervilla

Rest in peace Martin Martin & Dervilla McCarrick

Michael Fox

In fondest remembrance of our friend Martin and the many wonderful conversations shared over the passages of time. May you rest in peace. Michael Fox

brendan c brogan

Deepest sympathy to the Forde family ant to his wide circle of friends. Eternal rest to him.

Pauline and Colm Quinn

REST IN PEACE MARTIN

Sheila Gilhooley

Rest in peace Martin.

Niall Delaney

My condolences to Eric and all Martin's family and friends. I enjoyed our many discussions and debates down the years, on and off the airwaves. RIP

Pat O'Brien

Eric, so sorry to hear of your and your family's loss. May Martin rest happily with poets and fellow life questioners.