Passing of much-loved Castlebar personality is deeply regretted

The death has occurred of Kathleen Ruane (née O’Callaghan), 50 Rowan Drive, Castlebar, and formerly of 3 Mons. Terrace, Breaffy Road, Castlebar.

She died yesterday in the loving care of the Mayo Hospice.

Predeceased by her loving husband Michael, her son Thomas and daughter Rose Catherine, she was dearly loved mother of Geraldine Foley (Trim, Co. Meath), Bernadette Mohan (Castlebar), Michael, Thomas, Paul and Martin (all Castlebar), Julie McTigue (Ross, Castlebar) and Adrian (Castlebar), her sister Noreen Hamilton (UK), grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends.

Deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved family on their loss.

Kathleen, who was aged 88, lost her beloved husband Michael 30 years ago.

She was a great family woman and she was devoted to her children, her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.

Kathleen loved shopping and Marguerite’s Boutique and TK Maxx were two of her favourite shops.

She loved travelling and especially visiting her daughter Geraldine in County Meath. She even made the long trip to visit her late sister Julie Evans in Australia.

But she was happiest at home cooking and baking and taking care of everyone.

Her greatest joy were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom she doted on.

Kathleen will repose in Kilcoyne’s Funeral Home, Castlebar, tomorrow (Friday) from 6 to 7.30 p.m.

The funeral will arrive at the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar on Saturday morning for Requiem Mass at 11 a.m.

Afterwards she will be laid to rest with her beloved husband and predeceased children in Old Cemetery, Castlebar.

May her gentle soul rest in peace.