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Formerly of Cregg, Ballinakill, Loughrea.

Our dear mother Josephine departed this life, peacefully, on 16th March surrounded by her loving family in the wonderful care of The Galway Hospice.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Seamus and cherished granddaughter Emma. Dearly missed by her sons Paul, James, Aidan and daughter Elaine (Brannelly), her daughters-in-law Dympna, Breda, Lorraine and son-in-law Pat, her loving grandchildren Eoghan, Rachel, Aoife, Riain, Conor, Laoise, Lauren, Mark, Harry, Bláithín and Patrick Óg. Predeceased by her sisters Mary and Bridie and her brothers Brendan, Jimmy and Patrick. Deeply regretted by her sister Nancy, nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, extended family and a wide circle of neighbours and friends.

May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Sioraoíocht, in the grounds of The Assumption and St. James’ Church, Claregalway, this Sunday, 19th March, from 4.00pm with removal at 6.00pm to the adjacent church. Requiem Mass on Monday, 20th March, at 11.00am, burial afterwards in Claregalway Cemetery.

House private Saturday evening, by request.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Galway Hospice https://galwayhospice.ie/donate/

‘My soul to soar forever more above you Galway Bay’

Book of Condolence: For those who would have liked to attend the funeral but are unable to do so are invited to leave a personal message in the Condolences section below. This will be greatly appreciated by the family.