Mairéad Delaney, formerly of Newtown, Ennistymon, County Clare, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5th, 2026, surrounded by family at Mayo Hospice in Seefin, Hollymount, County Mayo.
A Life Remembered
She is deeply mourned by her husband, Martin Gerard, and their three children, Eóghan, Niamh, and Fionn. Mairéad is also survived by her parents, James and Margaret Honan of Ennistymon, her brothers Derek and Cathal, and her sisters Siobhain, and Eilish.
Her father-in-law, Mattie, also survives her, along with numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Mayo Hospice.
Funeral Arrangements
Mairéad’s remains reposed in Carey’s Funeral Home, Ballindine (F12A3C6) on Saturday evening, March 7th, from 6pm to 8pm. Her remains were then brought to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Crossboyne, on Sunday morning, March 8th, for Funeral Mass at 11:30am, followed by burial in Crossboyne Cemetery.
Donations can be made online via the Hospice website or through Carey’s Funeral Directors in Ballindine, who can be reached at 087 7675201.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did Mairéad Delaney live before moving to Mayo?
Mairéad Delaney formerly resided in Newtown, Ennistymon, County Clare.
When was the Funeral Mass held?
The Funeral Mass was held on Sunday, March 8th, at 11:30am in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Crossboyne.
Where can donations be made in Mairéad Delaney’s memory?
Donations can be made to Mayo Hospice, c/o Carey’s Funeral Directors, Ballindine, or online at https://www.hospice.ie/donations/in-loving-memory/.
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