Teresa Meehan (née Grady) – Midwest Radio

by Rachel Morgan News Editor

Teresa, a resident of Cloontubrid, Swinford, Co. Mayo, passed away peacefully at her residence on April 18, 2026. She was in her 96th year and was surrounded by her family at the time of her passing.

Family Legacy and Community Ties

Formerly of Hagfield, Charlestown, Co. Mayo, Teresa leaves behind a significant family network. She is survived by her children Mary, Bridget (Martin), Margaret (Seamus), Jacinta (John), and Austin (Mary), as well as seven grandchildren: Laura, Emma, Patrick, Rachel, Sarah, Evan, and Holly.

She was predeceased by her husband, Austin, and her son-in-law, Paddy. The family has noted that she will be deeply missed by her extended family, neighbours, and friends.

Did You Know? Teresa had deep roots in Co. Mayo, with historical ties to both Hagfield, Charlestown, and Cloontubrid, Swinford, living into her 96th year.

Funeral Arrangements and Services

Reposing will accept place at Boland’s Funeral Home, Swinford (F12K122), on Monday, April 20, from 5pm to 7pm. Following this, removal to Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Swinford, is scheduled to arrive at 7.30pm.

The Funeral Mass is set for Tuesday, April 21, at 12 noon at Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Swinford. Burial is likely to take place immediately afterwards in Kilconduff Cemetery, Swinford.

Expert Insight: The family’s specific request for a strictly private house and family-only flowers indicates a preference for a controlled, intimate mourning period, which is often a strategic decision to protect the immediate family’s privacy during the initial stages of bereavement.

For those unable to attend in person, the mass may be viewed via a live stream on the Swinford Parish website at https://www.churchservices.tv/swinford.

The family has explicitly requested that flowers be limited to family only and has stated that the house is to remain strictly private.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will the funeral mass be held?

The mass will be held at Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Swinford, on Tuesday, April 21, at 12 noon.

Is there a way to attend the service remotely?

Yes, the Funeral Mass will be live streamed on the Swinford Parish website.

Where is the burial taking place?

Burial will take place in Kilconduff Cemetery, Swinford, immediately following the mass.

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