Vinnie (Vincent) O’Hora – Midwest Radio

by Rachel Morgan News Editor

Vinnie O’Hora, a resident of Treenagleragh, Kiltimagh, Co. Mayo, passed away peacefully on March 5th, 2026, following a short illness. He was 93 years old and surrounded by his family although in the care of St. John’s Unit of Mayo University Hospital in Castlebar.

A Life Remembered

Mr. O’Hora was predeceased by his wife, Anne (Healy), his parents James and Alice O’Hora, daughters baby Patricia and Ailish, and numerous siblings including Liam, Nathy, Paddy, Louis, Jimmy, Joe, Aiden (Fr Cormac), Frank, Kathleen, Sr Mary James, and Margaret (Gilmartin).

He is survived by his children Kathleen (Feerick), Sinead (Tierney), Louise, Vincent, and Padraig, as well as sons-in-law Brendan and Pat, daughter-in-law Louise (McNicholas), and grandchildren Luke, Éabha, Amélie, and Eli. He is also remembered by his sister-in-law Christine, brother-in-law Martin, and a wide circle of nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours, and friends.

Did You Know? Vinnie O’Hora passed away in his 93rd year, surrounded by family at Mayo University Hospital.

A period of repose will be held at O’ Hora’s Funeral Home, Main Street, Kiltimagh, F12Y1F7, on Sunday evening from 5pm to 8pm. Removal to the Church of the Holy Family, Kiltimagh, is scheduled for 8.15pm.

The Mass of the Resurrection will take place on Monday at 12 noon, followed by burial in Kilkinure Cemetery, Kiltimagh. The Funeral Mass can be viewed online at www.kiltimaghparish.org.

Expert Insight: The outpouring of grief from Mr. O’Hora’s extensive family suggests a life deeply rooted in community and familial bonds. Funerals often serve as a focal point for remembrance and shared mourning, and the arrangements indicate a desire to allow the community to participate in honoring his life.

The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Mayo Roscommon Hospice c/o O’ Hora Funeral Undertakers, Kiltimagh. Donations can also be made online at https://www.hospice.ie/donations/in-loving-memory/.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the funeral take place?

The Mass of the Resurrection will take place on Monday at 12 noon, with burial following at Kilkinure Cemetery, Kiltimagh.

Where can I view the Funeral Mass online?

The Funeral Mass can be viewed on www.kiltimaghparish.org.

Where should donations be sent?

Donations, if desired, can be made to Mayo Roscommon Hospice c/o O’ Hora Funeral Undertakers, Kiltimagh, or online at https://www.hospice.ie/donations/in-loving-memory/.

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