Michael Byrne, affectionately known as โOld Man Belfieldโ by students and staff, sadly passed away on Monday 11 January 2021.
A fiercely private person, we thank those of you who quietly looked out for Michael.
We will miss him around the campus.
Ar dheis Dรฉ go raibh a anam.
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