HEFFERNAN, Michael L. (Clontarf, Dublin) - January 3, 2022, formerly of Irish Independent Newspapers, St. John of God’s Family & Friends Group, Celbridge and An Garda Síochána Garda Choir, following a short illness bravely borne (peacefully), at home in the company of his best friend and wife Patricia and family; deeply missed by his wife Patricia, daughters Céline and Paula, son Damien, grandchildren Kelley, Elizabeth, Alexandra, Daniel and Emma, daughter-in-law Martina, sisters and brothers, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and a close circle of family, friends and neighbours as well as his beloved Scooby and Meg. Requiem Mass tomorrow (Friday) at 10 o’c. in St. John the Baptist Church, Clontarf Road. Funeral thereafter to Balgriffin Cemetery. Funeral Mass may be viewed on Church Webcam. In accordance with Covid-19 restrictions church capacity is restricted and attendees are requested to observe social distancing and wearing of facemasks. Those who wish to leave a personal message for the family may do so on the condolences section on RIP.ie, by post to Kirwan Funeral Directors, 21/23, Fairview Strand, Dublin 3 or by email to info@kirwans.ie. House private please. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St. Francis Hospice Raheny and Dogs Trust. May he Rest in Peace