Brother of chef who died after alleged attack remembers 'lovable rogue'

A father of two killed in an alleged attack in Cork was fondly remembered at his requiem mass in Cobh today as being a ‘magnet’ for people arising out of his warm nature and good sense of humour.

Richard said that they would forever be in the debt of all those who had rallied to help them since tragedy struck their family. “My Mam and I just wanted to take this opportunity to express our undying gratitude to everyone who has helped with us navigating through this devastating situation. He also thanked all those who had visited the family and brought them “tea bags and cards” over recent days. Richard Baitson ended his moving tribute by asking all those who had gathered to say farewell to Ian to watch out for each other.

Meanwhile, Fr Tom McDermott said that there was “hope and love” in Cobh this week even amidst grief and pain. He noted that Holy Week “stands like a book end at either end of the life of Ian Baitson.” Fr McDermott said that Ian was the “happiest” he had ever been in the period before he died having participated in a charity run. He had also been preparing for a marathon.

"The best way to celebrate and to remember Ian is to choose to bring light in to the darkness of the world. To be a community of love and faith and hope.”

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