Breda O'Hara, Clonkela, Killimor, Galway and Ballina, Co. Mayo

Details: Published: Wednesday, 28 February 2024 11:47

Breda O'Hara

Clonkela, Killimor, Galway and Ballina, Co. Mayo.

Predeceased by her parents Joseph and Nora and her baby sister Mary Ann.

Breda passed away on Monday, 26th February 2024 in the care of the staff of Galway University Hospital and will be sadly missed by her brother PJ, members of the extended family, her very wide circle of friends and neighbours in Ballina, Co Mayo, Spain, and in Killimor/Tiernascragh.

Breda will repose in St Joseph's Centre, Killimor (H62 T621) on Friday, 1st March from 5pm with removal to St. Joseph's Church, Killimor at 7pm.

Requiem Mass for Breda will be celebrated at 12 noon on Saturday 2nd March.

Breda will be laid to rest in Fahy cemetery immediately after Mass.

For those unable to attend, Mass can be viewed using the following link: Breda's Mass

If you would like to make a charitable donation in Breda's memory, please donate to the Irish Motor Neuron Association using the following link: In Memory of Breda O'Hara

Breda's brother PJ would like to thank the wonderful staff in Clarinbridge Nursing Home who cared for Breda so well in recent months.

Messages of condolence can be left for Breda's family, using the condolence link below. In time the family will get to read your messages and get comfort from them.

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Rest in Peace Breda

Martina & Shane Caden 9 months 9 days

Condolences to Breda's brother P.J. and her extended family. Great memories of working with Breda in ballina. Rest in peace Breda

Billy & Mary Heffron 9 months 10 days

We are so sorry to hear of Breda's death. We have great memories of nights in Spain in her company. She was such a great worker and achieved a lot in her too short a lifetime. Sincere sympathy to her brother PJ and extended family and her wide circle of friends.

Sinead Birrane 9 months 10 days

So sorry to hear the sad news condolences to all Rip Breda

Jo Kenny 9 months 10 days

Deepest condolences to Breda, s family and friends. May she rest in peace

Adrienne & Edward Curry 9 months 10 days

Deepest condolences on the very sad passing of Breda
lovely memories of Breda when she lived in Ballina a beautiful lady and hard worker always happy, so sorry to hear she has passed away
May her gentle soul rest in peace

Cathy and Ray Foley Belleek Ballina 9 months 10 days

Our deepest sympathies to Breda’s brother PJ and extended family and friends. Breda was a lovely character full of fun and chat and kindness. She will be missed by many. May she rest in peace.

Carmel Hughes. 9 months 10 days

Sincere sympathy to you P.J. on the death of your beloved Breda,and to the O'Hara family.Great memories of Breda during the Elections Campaigns around Ballina.
May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam.

Willie Nolan 9 months 10 days

Deepest sympathy to brother, P.J. and family on the sad passing of Breda. Memories of her when she ran a successful sandwich bar on Hill Street. Always full of good humor and banter. Rest in peace.

Breege Rick and Sophie Goldrick 9 months 11 days

Sincere sympathy to the Family and great friends of Breda. A truly lovely woman RIP Breda

Liam and Anna Marie Henry 9 months 11 days

Sincere sympathies to PJ and the O'Hara family. Breda was one of a kind and Ballina was better for her presence. We have fond memories of her megawatt smile, hearty laugh and great sense of fun, not least during elections. Breda, may you rest in the peace you so richly deserve.

Ann Forde ( Doherty ) 9 months 11 days

Condolences to PJ and the O Hara family .
Breda was one special lady that so many of us had the privilege to know .
May she rest in peace 🙏

Caroline Wilson 9 months 11 days

My condolences to all Breada's family and friends. Breada was a lovely friendly neighbour. May she rest in peace.

Sandra Cribben 9 months 11 days

Sad to hear this news today, Breda was a lovely woman and have find memories of her here in Ballina and in Spain. Rest easy Breda and sincere sympathy to her family and close friends. RIP

Marian Connolly 9 months 12 days

Deepest sympathy to PJ & the extended O'Hara family, very sad to hear of Breda's passing, a lovely kind lady may she rest in peace.

Joey, Mary Devers and Family Greenhills Ballina 9 months 12 days

Deepest sympathy To the O 'Hara Family on the Passing of Breda A Lovely,Worm And Friendly Woman Rest in peace.

Fiona Hopkins Ballina 9 months 12 days

So sorry to hear of Bredas passing she was a lady lovely kind neighbour always so cheerful brilliant at her job loved by all rest in peace Breda thinking of all the family

Gabriel & Mags McCafferty Killala Rd. Ballina 9 months 12 days

Sincere sympathy to PJ & all Breda's extended family & large circle of friends. Sorry to learn of her death. It was always a pleasure to meet Breda. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Paddy Walsh 9 months 12 days

Sincere sympathy to P.J. And her extended family and many friends. Breda was a lovely girl who made a great impression in Ballina and was friends with everyone. May she rest in peace.

Karen Oglesby 9 months 12 days

Condolences to Breda's brother and her extended family and to all her good friends,l was so sorry to hear about breda's passing,she was a lovely lady,may she rest in peace.

Barbara White 9 months 12 days

Condolences to Breda's brother and all her good friends in Ballina and Cabo Roig. R.I.P

Ferdia McNamara 9 months 12 days

Rest in peace Breda you did really make your mark in Ballina,from Busy Bees to running the Broken jug and other ventures,includ ing working in the Merry monkx

Tina & Harry Geraghty 9 months 12 days

Condolences to PJ & Breda's extended family. Heartbreaking news to hear of our dear friend Breda's passing, we have had great happy times down through the years in Ballina & Cabo Roig, we will remember Breda as a hardworking, kind, generous & loyal friend. Rest in Peace Breda 🙏🏼

Geraldine & Gerry Benson 9 months 12 days

Deepest sympathy to PJ & Breda's family & wide circle of friends.
May Breda Rest In Peace now... 🙏

Marion & Liam Casey 9 months 12 days

Sincere Condolences to all Bredas family and friends. A lovely, life loving woman, may her soul rest in eternal peace.

Betty Kevin Moran 9 months 12 days

So sorry to read of Breda’s death
Fantastic lady
Full of fun
Rest in Peace

Gerry Heneghan and family Shanaghy Heights Ballina 9 months 12 days

Sincere condolences to P.J and Breda's extended family and wide circle of friends. Breda was so popular in Ballina when she worked here. It was always lovely to meet her every year in Caboroig, Spain. She loved meeting the Ballina people during the summer and she enjoyed the fun. God rest you Breda ,you were a lovely lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Maria & Jonathan Healy 9 months 12 days

Sincere condolences to Bredas Family...Breda you will be sorely missed, fantastic lady and wonderful neighbour, always a big smile for everyone .

Anne & George McKnight 9 months 12 days

Sympathies to Breda’s family and friends. So sad to hear of her passing. Such a lovely lady. Rest in peace Breda

MARY MARTIN 9 months 12 days

Sincere condolences to Breda’s family on the sad passing of your beloved Breda.Fond memories of a lovely lady from her time in Ballina .May her kind gentle soul rest in peace.

Fiona Dodd 9 months 12 days

Deepest sympathy to PJ and all Breda's extended family on her passing-a wonderful friend and neighbour-may her gentle soul rest in peace.

Orla Heffernan 9 months 12 days

So sorry to hear of Breda's passing. She was a great character, business lady and a very genuine person . Rest in Peace Breda your suffering us over ...

Marion & John Fitzpatrick 9 months 12 days

Sincere condolences to Breda’s family and wide circle of friends. May she rest in peace.🙏

Patricia and Dessie Barrett 9 months 12 days

Our deepest sympathy to her brother PJ and to her family and friends at this sad time. May her gentle soul rest In peace 🙏

Cllr Annie May Reape. Ballina 9 months 12 days

My deepest sympathy to you PJ & extended family on the sad passing of Breda.. I got to know Breda many years ago when she arrived in Ballina everyone endeared themselves to her and she quickly became part of the town. Beautiful person always .. gone to soon. Rest in peace dearest Breda

Angie and Damian Jones 9 months 12 days

Sincere condolences to Breda’s family on her death. She was brilliant at everything she put her hand to in Ballina, we were all drawn to her positive nature. We had great fun at election time. May her gentle soul Rest In Peace

Gerry Devaney 9 months 12 days

So sad too here of the passing of Breda ,knew her from when she ran "Busy Bees " in ballina, a really lovely person, who made the best Ham and Chicken rolls, and great for a chat, sorely missed, sincere condolences to PJ and family, Rest in peace Breda ,it was a pleasure to have known you. 😢

Liam & Lisa Forde 9 months 12 days

Deepest sympathy to PJ and to Breda's family and friends. Breda was a lovely person and will be dearly missed. May her gentle soul rest in peace xx

Dorothy and Tom Devers 9 months 12 days

Condolences to PJ and all Breda’s family and friends may her gentle soul rest in peace. She was a lady

Frank and Margaret Reddington (ballina) 9 months 12 days

Our sincere sympathy to Breda’s family on sad passing we have fond memories of her in ballina

Barbara Ginley 9 months 12 days

Sincere sympathy to PJ & all Breda's extended family & friends. Sorry to learn of her death. It was always a pleasure to meet Breda. May her kind & gentle soul rest in peace.

Dorothy Quinn 9 months 12 days

My sincere condolences to Breda's brother PJ and family. Breda was a wonderful woman and worked so hard in this life . We had great times in Spain and memories l will have forever. Hope you are resting in peace now Breda until we meet again 🙏

Paddy wynne 9 months 12 days

Breda was just FABULOUS
She treated everyone with so much love and fun. Sincere condolences.

Dara and Siobhan Calleary 9 months 12 days

Heaven has a new angel.

One with a heart of gold, a generous and kind spirit, the best sense of fun and craic and one who shares her many talents and strengths with everyone.

We were blessed to have known you Breda.

May you now get the rest you deserve and enjoy the mighty gathering that’s waiting to welcome you to the heavens.

Rest in peace Breda.

John & Gair Gordon 9 months 12 days

Our sincere sympathy to Breda's brother PJ and to her family and friends. Breda was a wonderful, competent and warm person and will be greatly missed.

Mary Wynne 9 months 12 days

My sincerest sympathies to you PJ Breda was a beautiful person and left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her . May her gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Bernie and Sean Mc Nulty 9 months 12 days

Condolences to PJ . So sad for your passing Breda, but your wonderful memories will last forever. Sleep well my friend. xx

Olive O’Donnell, BALLINA 9 months 13 days

My sincere sympathy to Breda’s brother PJ , family and her close friends . Breda was an excellent business lady and got to know her in her sandwich bar and shop before moving to a local
Resturant. She was a real “people’s person” and endeared herself to many. May Breda Rest in Peace .

Joe & Margaret Slater 9 months 13 days

Our CONDOLENCE to Breda's family on her sad passing, a lovely lady great memories of her time in Ballina, may she rest in peace,

Cepta McDonnell, Knockmore 9 months 13 days

So sorry to hear of sad passing of Breda my sympathies to all her family and many many friends. Breda was such a lovely person may she now rest peacefully in the arms of The Lord. RIP Breda.
.

Samantha Hoban 9 months 13 days

RIP Breda
Many happy memories from her time in ballina
Condolence to Breda family at this sad time

Noreen Doherty 9 months 13 days

I'm so sorry to hear of Breda's passing, she was such wonderful, kind lady. My sincere condolences to all her family.

Tony Moyles 9 months 13 days

My deepest sympathy to you all on this sad loss. Breda was a breath of fresh air and one of the nicest people I ever had the pleasure to deal with. May she rest happily in Gods loving care

John Connolly 9 months 13 days

Condolences to PJ and all Brenda's extended family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with Breda in the late 90s. May her gentle soul rest in peace

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Brian Egan, Cloonmeen, Cloontia, Ballymote, Co. Sligo

Michael Clifford Jnr, Kilcornan, Kilkerrin, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway

James Jimmy Walsh, Liskeavy, Milltown, Galway and formerly of Shanwar, Foxford, Co Mayo

Pakie O’Brien, Chancery, Turlough; Craughwell, Galway and formerly Rathruane, Bohola

Bro. Dominic Patrick Walsh CFA, Alexian Brothers, Knock and formerly of Ring, Co. Waterford

Kevin Finbar McNulty, Mount Sorrel, Red Bog, Blessington, Co. Wicklow, W91 VKD7 and formerly of Errit, Carrowbehy, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon

Michael Dooher, 59 Aberfoyle Crescent, Derry

Elsie Gray nee Ginty, Cooga, Culleens, Co. Sligo and formerly of Roy, Doohoma, Co. Mayo

Frances Heneghan, Millbrook Road, Bedford, UK, formerly of Kinuary, Killawalla, Westport

Sister Dolores (Eileen Gaughan), The Good Shepherd Sisters Order, South Africa and Waterford; formerly of Knocknamona, Doohoma

Mary Guthrie, The Commons, Ballina & formerly of McHale Road, Castlebar, Co. Mayo

Eileen McNicholas née McCormack, Rinmore, Knockmore, Ballina, Co. Mayo and formerly of Culfadda, Ballymote, Co. Sligo

Thomas (Tom) McGing, Newtown, Partry, Co. Mayo and formerly of Derrendafderg, Srah, Co. Mayo and Pennsylvania, USA

Rosena Conway nee Smith, Sandyhill, Charlestown, Co. Mayo and formerly of Macetown, Navan, Co. Meath and Feartagh, Tierworker, Co. Meath and London, England

Tommy Higgins, Clare, Claremorris, Co. Mayo

Cornelius (Niall) King, Knockalegan, Crossmolina, Co Mayo

Mary O’Malley née Sweeney, Castlebar Road, Foxford and formerly of Carrowkerribla, Attymass

Maureen McCoy nee Burke, Drumacoo, Edmondstown, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon and late of Mountain, Aughamore, Co. Mayo

Annie Reilly nee Roache, Fisherhill, Parke, Castlebar

Pádraic Martin Broaders, Ashbury Lawn, Sligo

Josie Carey, Coventry, UK and formerly of Bangor Erris, Ballina

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