‘There is nothing morbid about planning your own funeral’ – how one man has signed off on his future wishes

Damian McGrath is supporting the Irish Hospice Foundation’s campaign which encourages people to talk about dying and grieving

Damien McGrath from Tuam, Co Galway has made preparations for his funeral service. Photo: Maxwells

Eilish O'Regan

Galway man Damian McGrath enjoys every day as a tour guide in Dublin city and is looking forward to many more – but he has already planned his funeral.

Mr McGrath (68), from Tuam and who has lived most of his life in the capital, is an atheist who doesn’t want a religious ceremony. He would also like to be cremated. He has been to his solicitor and put it all down in writing while handing over to a female friend who has signed off on looking after his future wishes when the times comes.