Funeral for 3‑year‑old Noah Sikora set for March 16 in Finglas

Noah Sikora, a three‑year‑old from Charlestown, Dublin 11, was killed when a vehicle struck him in the underground car park of Charlestown Shopping Centre on the morning of March 11. His family has announced a funeral mass for Monday, March 16, at Saint Canice’s Church in Finglas Village, followed by cremation at Glasnevin Crematorium【1】.

Key takeaways

• The funeral mass is set for 11:30 am on March 16 at Saint Canice’s Church, Finglas Village【2】.
• Cremation is scheduled for about 1:20 pm at Glasnevin Crematorium【2】.
• A community‑run GoFundMe campaign surpassed its €10,000 goal within a day, raising €13,473 according to one report【4】 and over €15,000 according to another【2】.
• Tributes from local groups, including Celtic Eagles Dublin and Fantom Gym, highlighted the family's grief and the boy’s “endless source of joy”【1】.
• Noah’s obituary describes him as the beloved son of Bartek and Martyna, brother to Leo, and grandson to Wojtek, Dorota and Lucyna【1】.

Funeral arrangements and community response

The family’s loss has prompted a swift outpouring of support. The funeral mass will be held on Monday, March 16, at 11:30 am in Saint Canice’s Church, Finglas Village, with cremation to follow at Glasnevin Crematorium at approximately 1:20 pm【2】. The ceremony is expected to draw family, friends, and members of the local community who have rallied around the grieving parents, Bartek and Martyna Sikora.

In the wake of the tragedy, a GoFundMe campaign titled “Support for Noah’s Family – Funeral Fund” was launched to help cover funeral expenses. One source reports the fundraiser raised €13,473 of its €10,000 target within 24 hours【4】, while another notes the campaign exceeded €15,000 from more than 500 donors【2】. Organisers thanked donors for their generosity, emphasizing that the rapid achievement of the goal reflects the community’s solidarity.

Tributes and public mourning

Social media messages and statements from local organisations have repeatedly described Noah as an “endless source of joy” and a “little angel” whose loss has left an “unimaginable pain” for his family【1】【4】. Celtic Eagles Dublin posted a condolence message, expressing deep sadness and offering support to Bartek Sikora and his family【1】. Fantom Gym and MMA Club also issued statements of sympathy, calling Noah a “little warrior” and pledging their thoughts and prayers【1】.

Why it matters

Noah Sikora’s death underscores the vulnerability of children in public spaces and has sparked a community-driven response to support the bereaved family. The swift fundraising success and the volume of tributes highlight the collective empathy of Finglas residents and the broader Irish public. While investigations into the circumstances of the car‑park accident are ongoing, the immediate focus remains on honoring Noah’s memory and providing the family with the resources needed for the funeral rites.