Rosanna shares tribute to late father-in-law as she 'navigates grief' with kids (2024)

EMOTIONAL Rosanna Davison has paid tribute to her late father-in-law and shared her attempt at "navigating grief" with three small kids.

The Irish model's husband Wes Quirke lost his dad Richard Quirke on Tuesday after he passed "peacefully" in his sleep.

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Richard was the owner of the renowned Dr Quirkey’s Good Time Emporium casino in Dublin.

The funeral of the businessman was held in the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock at 11am this morning.

Rosanna took to Instagram this morning to reveal that herself and her three small kids Sophia, four, and twins Oscar and Hugo, three, stayed home to watch the funeral proceedings online.

The former Miss World wrote kind words about her beloved father-in-law in a heartfelt post.

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The 40-year-old sad: "Rest in peace papa. It's been a sad week as we say goodbye to @wesquirke's dad, Richard. He'll be sadly missed by his family. friends and grandchildren."

The mum-of-three admitted that its been a "strange time" trying to "navigate grief" with young children, while also "keeping life as normal as possible for them".

The Dublin beauty continued to explain: "They understand that everyone has gathered to celebrate his life, but as they are still so little.

"We decided it would be best for them to stay home with me today and watch the funeral online instead."

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The Irish star finished off her post by thanking her followers for "all the kind messages" and added "they've been a big support".

She added: "It's been a difficult time and it is much appreciated."

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Ex-cop Richard was remembered by his son Andy as “mad as a brush and cute as a fox”.

Giving a eulogy during his father's funeral service, he added: “He came from nothing, worked extremely hard, and was one of the most generous people you could ever meet.

“Richard grew up in Tipperary with his sisters. He was basically the Dennis the Menace of Tipperary, always pulling pranks on everyone.

“He loved watching western movies, which probably inspired him to climb up on the neighbour's cottage and put a sack over the chimney to smoke them out.

“After years of terrorising the good people of Tipperary, Richard moved to the big smoke and became a guard."

'ALONG FOR THE RIDE'

An emotional Andy continued: “He used to say that the garda uniform was great for chatting up the ladies. One day, while walking down the main street in Bray, he pulled over my mum's sister, Jan.

“He leaned in the window and said, 'I’ve reason to believe that the car is stolen.' Any excuse to strike up a conversation.

“Then he asked her out on a date. She agreed, probably under pressure. After the date, Jan brought him back to the family home, and mum fancied him big time. She loved his cheeky grin. Mum ran over to Jan and said, 'Do you want him?' Jan replied, 'Nah.'

“Mum said, 'Oh my god, can I have him?' and Jan said, 'Yeah, of course.' I love the fact that Richard didn’t even have a say in the matter; he was just going along for the ride.

“But it was love at first sight. Mum and Dad got married and were madly in love for 55 years."

He finished off his touching words by saying: “Thanks, Dad. Love you, and don’t worry, I’ll look after Mum—my buddy, my pal."

BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE

Last month, Rosanna cried "we love you so much" after she shared a sweet tribute to her husband on his birthday.

The TV star and her businnessman husband Wes Quirke have been married since 2014.

Rosanna took to Instagram to wish her partner a happy birthday along with a series of sweet photos.

The 40-year-old gushed in her caption: "Happy birthday to the best husband and dad, we love you so much!"

The mum-of-two and Wes looked happy-as-ever as they posed for aselfiein the sun before heading off to an event.

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She wore a blue formal dress and a pair of cool white sunglasses, while Wes donned a grey suit with a polka dot shirt underneath.

Another photo showed Wes holding up achocolatebirthday cake while his kids all piled in to hug him.

The proud dad smiled down at his little ones as they adorably held on to his legs.

Wes and baby Oscar walked hand-in-hand through a park in a separate picture.

The father and son were layered up inwinterclothes while Wes sweetly carriedOscar'sschoolbag.

Another photo showed Wes holding up achocolatebirthday cake while his kids all piled in to hug him.

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The proud dad smiled down at his little ones as they adorably held on to his legs.

Wes and baby Oscar walked hand-in-hand through a park in a separate picture.

The father and son were layered up inwinterclothes while Wes sweetly carriedOscar'sschoolbag.

While Wes was dapper in a full black tuxedo and a pair of black dressshoes.

The famous couple first met way back in 2006 after Wes messaged Rosanna on Bebo.

The lovebirds went on their first date in Leopardstown's Club 92 and Rosanna claims she still has a photo to remember the occasion.

The happy pair hit it off immediately and embarked on a 6 yearromancebefore Wes popped the question in 2012.

Wes jetted Rosanna off to Mauritius to ask her to be his wife with a €40k engagement ring he had designed himself by Voltaire Diamonds.

The couple became Mr and Mrs on May 16, 2014 in a garden themedweddingat the Powerscourt Hotel in CoWicklow.

Rosanna shares tribute to late father-in-law as she 'navigates grief' with kids (2024)
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