The late Paul Monks

The funeral took place in Dunshaughlin, Co Meath, recently, of Paul Monks, who died in a road traffic collision in Newcastle, Co Dublin.Aged 33, Paul, who was originally from Huntstown House, Cloghran, Co Dublin, lived at Mullingar for the past five years, most recently at Ballynagall.Son of Margaret and Gerard Monks, the deceased attended the O'Connell Schools in Dublin before becoming involved in the Duffy family's antique business in Dublin, quickly displaying an eye for spotting a piece. Always the entrepreneur, he set up his own company, Rustique, supplying natural stone flooring such as marble, and providing consultancy on home interiors.His own preference was for shabby chic, and he had a natural ability and taste when it came to interior design.Paul also enjoyed cooking, entertaining and painting, as well as travelling abroad. He had a great sense of style with a black tie party for his 30th birthday in the Bloomfield House Hotel, Mullingar. He also had a great sense of humour and could see the light side of many situations. Deceased had been living in Mullingar, for the past five years, most recently at Ballynagall, where his passion for all things French often led to his home being referred to as a 'Piece of Provence'.The late Mr. Monks had a great love for his family, and had moved to live with his grandmother at Dunshaughlin for some years after the death of his grandfather. His family and large circle of friends whose lives he touched will cherish the memories that he has left, remembering him as someone who lived life to its fullest.He is survived by his parents, Margaret and Gerard; brother, Dwayne; sister, Caroline; partner, Shane O'Neill; aunts; uncles, nephews Jack and Brian; cousins including the Duffy, Carter and Farrelly families; relatives, and many friends.The funeral took place from the Church of St Patrick and Seachnall, Dunshaughlin, followed by burial in Dunshaughlin Cemetery with his grandparents, the late John and May Duffy of Ballinlough, Dunshaughlin and aunt, Anne.