Founder Of Capuchin Day Centre Brother Kevin Crowley Has Died

The founder of the Capuchin Day Centre Brother Kevin Crowley has died at the age of 90.

Archbishop of Dublin Dermot Farrell say his work transformed the lives of the poor and marginalised in the city, adding: "My sincere sympathy to Brother Kevin’s family and his Capuchin confrères on his death.  Brother Kevin devoted his life to the service of the poor.

"His work with the Capuchin Day Centre staff and volunteers transformed the lives of the poor and marginalised in our city who availed of its services, from misery and despair to hope and love.  He was always able to see Christ in the people he met.  His was a love that reached out with no questions asked of those who sought assistance.  Brother Kevin was an authentic follower of Saint Francis of Assisi.

"As we mourn Brother Kevin’s death, he would want us to remember the poor we still have with us in ever greater numbers because of homelessness, wars, famine and the multiplicity of addictions that affect our county today."

"Invaluable Contribution"

President Michael D Higgins says: "Through his support and respect for those most in need, Brother Kevin made an invaluable contribution to the people of Dublin city.

"The Capuchin Day Centre on Church Street, founded by Brother Kevin in 1969, has gone on to provide essential services to the homeless population of the city for nearly 60 years.

"The hot meals, food parcels, clothing, showers, family services, and medical and dental services have not just extended care of the most vulnerable, but has been exemplary in showing a fundamental respect for the dignity of each person and allowed so many of those who have availed of the services to rebuild their lives.

"It was extremely appropriate that Pope Francis visited Brother Kevin and the Capuchin Day Centre during his visit to Ireland in 2018 and met with those present and volunteers.

"I was deeply honoured to meet with Brother Kevin on many occasions throughout the years and to share in his company. Brother Kevin was a warm, caring, yet fearless man, who dedicated his life to living his Christian faith in dedication to those most in need."

I’m deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my good friend, Brother Kevin Crowley.

Brother Kevin was a tireless and passionate advocate for justice, dedicating his life to helping those in need.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this time. pic.twitter.com/opsL7LTJml

— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) July 2, 2025

The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Ray McAdam will open a Book of Condolence at the Mansion House from Thursday 3^rd July to Friday 4^th July for the citizens of Dublin to extend their sympathies to the family and the Capuchin Community of Brother Kevin Crowley.

The Book can be signed 11am to 4pm on Thursday 3^rd July and 10am to 4pm Friday 4^th July.

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