Anne passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17th, surrounded by her loved ones. Her passing marks the loss of a woman who leaves behind an extensive family legacy and a wide circle of friends and neighbors.
A Lasting Family Legacy
Anne is survived by her husband, Frank, and their eight children: Colette, Francis, Mark, Annette, David, Kenneth, Tomás, and Gemma. The scale of her family impact is further highlighted by her granddaughter Abigail, as well as a total of 26 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her parents, Teresa and Tommy, and her siblings, Jim, John, and Mary. The family has noted that she will be deeply missed by her sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, and extended family.
Funeral Arrangements and Services
The repose will take place at Grenham’s Funeral Home, Ballinasloe (H53 HK15), on Sunday, April 19th, from 4pm to 6pm. A private removal is scheduled for Monday morning to St. Catherine’s Church, Aughrim.
A Requiem Mass will be held at 12.30pm on Monday, followed by burial in Aughrim New Cemetery. For those unable to attend in person, the mass can be viewed via live stream at this link.
Community Support and Contributions
The family has requested family flowers only. However, donations in memory of Anne may be made to East Galway and Midlands Cancer Support through this portal.
Heartfelt gratitude was expressed to the staff of Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe, and St. Joseph’s Oncology Ward at Galway University Hospital for their care. The family also acknowledged the comfort provided by the love and support of friends and family during this time.
Next Steps for the Community
Following the funeral services, the community may continue to offer support through the ‘condolences’ section provided for messages of comfort. It is likely that the legacy of Anne’s life will be further honored through the requested donations to cancer support services.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where will the repose take place?
Anne will repose in Grenham’s Funeral Home, Ballinasloe (H53 HK15), on Sunday, April 19th, from 4pm to 6pm.
Where will the burial be held?
The burial will take place in Aughrim New Cemetery following the Requiem Mass at St. Catherine’s Church.
Are flowers being accepted for the service?
The family has requested family flowers only, though donations to East Galway and Midlands Cancer Support are welcomed.
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