Mayo death and funeral notices were released by various news sources recently announcing the passing of several individuals in the Co. Mayo and Co. Galway communities.
Pat Fitzgerald, a resident of Coolroe, Claremorris, Co. Mayo, passed away on November 21, 2020. The beloved husband and father was a retired member of An Garda Siochana and was known for his passion for farming and GAA. His funeral mass was held on November 24 at the Church of the Holy Family in Taugheen, with interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Rita O’Dwyer (Nee) Sexton, from Ennis and Lahinch, also passed away. She leaves behind her husband and four children, as well as extended family members and friends who remember her love for golf, gardening, and volunteering for various community organizations. Her funeral took place on November 20, with a private service followed by cremation at Shannon Crematorium.
Patricia (Patsy) Kilraine née Toolan, of Taylor’s Hill in Galway and formerly of Oranmore Co. Galway and Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo, passed away after a brief illness. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to many in her community. Her funeral took place on November 19 at the Church of the Sacred Heart in Old Barna, followed by a private cremation at Shannon Crematorium.
These announcements serve as a reminder of the importance of community and the impact individuals can have on their loved ones and the world around them. The outpouring of condolences and memories shared on social media and in obituaries demonstrate the lasting impact these individuals had on their communities and the people who knew them.
