Tears flow at funeral to "kind hearted" dad
There were tearful scenes today at the funeral of a tragic dad who died in a serious road traffic incident involving an e-scooter.
Mourners gathered at Saint Josephs Church, Poppintree, Dublin to pay their respects to Jack Goss, who died from his injuries a day after the accident on Father's Day last Sunday.
Jack was described as a "kind hearted dad" who brought so much joy and love to his family.
Jack, from Poppintree in Ballymun, Dublin 9 was seriously injured on Father's Day, Sunday, June 15 following the horror collision on the Cappagh Road in Finglas, Dublin 11.
He was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken by ambulance to Connolly Hospital in Blanchardstown but sadly passed away on Monday, June 16.
In his death notice on RIP.ie it stated Jack is the 'beloved son of Michael and Helena and brother of Alex and Catherine, partner of Hannah and Daddy to Romee Rose.'
His heartbroken family said in Jack's death notice that 'He brought to their lives so much love, kindness and joy.'
'Jack's incredible spirit and big heart will forever be missed and lovingly remembered by his family, friends, loved ones and his community whom he loved.
'Jack's infectious spirit, fun and love touched so many. His legacy lives on in his precious baby girl and all who loved him.'
Mourners were invited to make donations in lieu of flowers to the local Aisling Project in Poppintree and Ballymun who educate and provide life skills to young people.
Meanwhile, tributes continue to be paid to Jack with one mourner writing in the condolence section on RIP.ie: 'My heart broke to hear the awful news about Jack. He was so polite, kind and caring, an absolute credit to his parents, he will be sadly missed by so many."
|Another wrote: 'RIP Jack, grateful I knew you like I did,' and another wrote: 'A gentle giant with a heart of gold. We will forever cherish all our memories of you. Rest peacefully Jack.'
Gardai continue to appeal for witnesses to the serious road traffic collision as investigations are ongoing.
'Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the incident involving an e-scooter shortly after 5pm on Sunday, June 15
'The male, aged in his 20s, travelling on the e-scooter who was brought to Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown to be treated for serious injuries has since passed away.
'Investigating Gardaí continue to appeal for witnesses to come forward.
'Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling on the Cappagh Road area between Heathfield and Cappagh Hospital between 4.45pm and 5.05pm on Sunday and may have camera footage are asked to make it available,' the statement said.
'Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Blanchardstown Garda Station on 01-6667000, the Garda Confidential Lie at 1800 666 111 or any garda station.'
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