Marie Baxter, who lived in her 97th year and had residences in Ballymonean, Enniscrone, Co Sligo, Humbert St, Ballina, Co. Mayo, and Kilcullen, Co. Kildare, passed away peacefully on 10th September 2026, according to family notices. She spent her final days under the care of the staff at St. Augustine’s Nursing Home in Ballina, Co. Mayo. Her passing marks the end of a long life spanning multiple communities, including Ballymonean and Enniscrone in County Sligo, as well as Humbert Street in Ballina and Kilcullen in County Kildare.
Family History and Survivors
The late Marie Baxter was predeceased by her parents, Peter and Eleshia Gallagher, her sister Clare Baxter, and her husband Paddy Baxter of Dublin. She was also predeceased by her brother Paddy Gallagher and his wife Phyllis Gallagher of Ballymonean. Surviving family members include her nieces Maura McGinty of Ballymonean, Geraldine Lally of Castlebar, and Miriam Baxter of Dublin. She is also survived by her nephews PJ Gallagher of Ballymonean, Kevin Gallagher of Drumfin in County Sligo, Paul Baxter of Dublin, and Peter Baxter of Australia, alongside numerous grand nephews, grand nieces, relatives, neighbours, and friends.
Funeral Arrangements and Memorial Services
Reposing arrangements are scheduled for Sunday evening, 13th September, beginning at 5:00 pm at McGowan’s Funeral Home in Ballina, bearing the property code F26 V274. Her removal will take place at 6:30 pm to arrive at St. Joseph’s Church in Castleconnor (F26 P735) by 7:00 pm. The Requiem Mass will be held on Monday morning, 14th September, at 11:00 am. Following the service, the funeral will proceed to Killanley cemetery for burial. The family has requested family flowers only, with optional donations directed to the Patient Comfort Fund at St. Augustine’s Nursing Home, handled through McGowan’s Funeral Home in Ballina.
Did You Know? Marie Baxter’s connections spanned several distinct regions, including Ballymonean and Enniscrone in County Sligo, Humbert Street in Ballina, County Mayo, and Kilcullen in County Kildare.
In this case, services bridge County Sligo and County Mayo, utilizing McGowan’s Funeral Home and St. Joseph’s Church in Castleconnor before concluding at Killanley cemetery.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Marie Baxter pass away?
Marie Baxter passed away on 10th September 2026 in her 97th year.
Where are the funeral services taking place?
Reposing takes place at McGowan’s Funeral Home in Ballina, with removal to St. Joseph’s Church in Castleconnor for Requiem Mass, followed by burial at Killanley cemetery.
Where should donations be directed in lieu of flowers?
The family requested family flowers only, with donations directed to the Patient Comfort Fund at St. Augustine’s Nursing Home, care of McGowan’s Funeral Home in Ballina.
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