Deirdre Gillespie (nee McDermott)

Deirdre-Gillespie

Powellsborough, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo – peacefully at the North West Hospice, Sligo after a short illness, borne with courage and dignity, on the 10th December 2025 (Vice Principal Scoil Íosa, Carracastle, Co. Mayo).

Pre-deceased by her parents Christina and Séamus.

Deeply missed by her heartbroken family, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairí and her husband Pauric, siblings Rufina (Joe) and Michael (Celia) (Breaffy), nephews Kenneth, Stephen, Paul, Niall, relatives, neighbours, friends, colleagues and pupils and extended McDermott and Gillespie families.

MAY HER GENTLE SOUL REST IN PEACE

Deirdre will repose at her home in Powellsborough (F91 WIR9) on Friday, December 12th from 4:00 until 6:00pm and 6:30 until 9:00pm.

Removal from her residence on Saturday morning, 13th December to St. Patrick’s Church, Moylough for Funeral Mass at 11:00am.

Burial afterwards in Rhue Cemetery.

ONE WAY SYSTEM IN OPERATION – ENTER FROM THE N17 ROAD AT CASHEL (F91 PD30) – EXIT ONTO TUBBERCURRY/BALLYMOTE ROAD.

Mass for Deirdre can be viewed by clicking on the following link: https://youtube.com/live/TAxf4yx0tVw?feature=share

Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu to Sligo Cancer Support Centre, Tubbercurry.

If you would like to leave a sympathy message for the family, please use the ‘Condolence’ link below.

Published On: December 11th, 2025

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Bernie & Brendan O Brien, Easkey
4 weeks ago

Padraic we are so sorry to hear of Deirdres passing.
Our deepest sympathy to you and all your family on the loss of your dear wife and mother.
May She Rest In Peace.

Henry and Patricia Gawley Aclare
4 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Ciara Aoife Ruairi and Pauric on the sad passing of Deirdre. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace. Sorry we were unable to attend the funeral.

PJ Phillips & family.
1 month ago

So shocked and saddened to learn of Deirdre”s untimely passing. Our sincere sympathies to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairí and to the extended Gillespie family and to Rufina, Micheál and the extended McDermott family.
May Deirdre rest in peace.

PJ and Margaret Kavanagh Enniscrone
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Pauric and family on the sad passing of Deirdre. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace .

Myra Lynagh MCC
1 month ago

Deepest Sympathy to Michael and all the McDermott and Gillespie families on Deirdre’s passing.May she Rest in Peace

Sean and Christine Hunt, Tubbercurry
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric and family and the extended Gillespie and McDermott families on the untimely passing of Deirdre. May her gentle soul rest in Eternal Peace.

Breege and Jimmy McDonnell Killasser
1 month ago

Deepest sympathies to Pauric and family, to the extended Gillespie family, to Michael and the extended McDermot family, and especially to her sister Rufina. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. May Deirdre’s gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Sally & Eugene Lavin, Kiltimagh
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Pauric & family and the extended McDermott/Gillespie families on the sad loss of Deirdre. Also thinking of Deirdre’s former and current colleagues and pupils(past and present) of Scoil Íosa, Carracastle. May Deirdre rest in peace.

Bernadette& Marian Doohan, LUTON
1 month ago

Sending our deepest sympathy to Pauric & Family, to Rufina and Michael on the very sad passing of dear Deirdre. May she rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Rose & Bobby Feeney MCC
1 month ago

Heartfelt sympathy to you Michael and all your family on the sad passing of your sister Deirdre.
May she rest in peace.

Jackie & Philomena Marren
1 month ago

Our Sincere Sympathy to Pauric & family the Gilespie Families on the sad passing of Deirdre .
May her soul rest in Peace

David, Patricia, Alison, Ciara & Niamh Casey, Carracastle.
1 month ago

Sincere sympthy on the loss of Deirdre. She was a kind and caring teacher who has left behind a wonderful legacy to be proud of. Our thoughts and prayers are with her heartbroken family, friends and colleagues at this difficult time. May she rest in eternal peace.

Staff members and Pupils of Tavrane N.S.
1 month ago

Offering our heartfelt and deepest sympathies to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairí and to the extended Gillespie and McDermott families on the very sad and untimely passing of Deirdre. We are thinking of you all during these difficult days. We are also keeping her colleagues, friends and the wider school community of Scoil Íosa, Carracastle in our thoughts; alongside the many pupils that she taught with such kindness, dedication and many a smile. Deirdre was a beautiful person inside and out. May she rest peacefully now. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílís xx💕

Maryand Michael Lyon,Ballyhaunis
1 month ago

We send our sincere sympathies to all Deirdre’s family on your great loss, a lovely life taken too soon from you all.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.🙏🌹

Gerard Christine merriman
1 month ago

Deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all the family on the loss of Deirdre
RIP Deirdre
Gerard & Christine & family xx

Frank & Bernie Mulgrew, Tourlestrane
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Pauric and family and extended families on Deirdre’s untimely passing. RIP.

Anne Ryan Duffy and family
1 month ago

Sincere and heartfelt condolences to Pauric , Ciara ,Aoife, Ruairí ,Rufina ,Joe,Michael ,Celia and extended Gillespie and McDermott families on the heartbreaking loss of Deirdre . Very fond childhood memories of Deirdre , so kind and just such a lovely person. Rest peacefully Deirdre.

Marie & Paraic Cresham Castlebar
1 month ago

We send our most sincere sympathy to you Michael & Celia & all the family of your dear sister Deirdre.. May her kind & gentle soul rest in peace rip.

Peter and Mary Molloy, Tubbercurry
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pautic,Clara, Aoifa, Ruairi, siblings and extended Gillespie and McDermott families on the untimely of Deirdre. May she Rest in Peace.

John P Mary Gannon & family, Lavagh
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric and family and extended Gillespie and
McDermott families on the sad passing of Deirdre.
May she Rest in Peace.

Shane McDonnell
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael and all the Gillespie and McDermott families on the passing of Deirdre. May she rest in peace.

Mattie and Margaret Brennan.
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Deirdre’s husband Pauric and children and to the extended McDermott and Gillespie families on the loss of Deirdre. May she rest in eternal peace.

Ian & Nuala (O’Donnell) Johnson
1 month ago

Heartfelt sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairí, Rufina, Michael & extended families on the sad and untimely passing of lovely Deirdre. Remembering her fondly with her warm and gentle nature. May she rest in heavenly peace.

Mary and Tom Coleman, Knock.
1 month ago

As a colleague Deirdre was so welcoming, pleasant , genuine and kind to work with . May she rest in peace now.

Jimmy & Mary Ruane & family.
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael, Celia and family and to all the extended Gillespie family on the death of Deirdre. May she rest in peace.

Aidan Hunt
1 month ago

Shocked and saddened to learn of Deirdre”s untimely passing, taken far too soon, a truly unassuming person, who always had a friendly welcoming smile for all, my deepest sympathy on the immersable loss of a precious Wife, Mother and Sister, to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairi, Rufina and Michael and all the extended Mc Dermott and Gillespie families, may Deirdre Rest in Peace.

Teresa,Eddie,Ruairí and Áine O’Connor
1 month ago

It is with great sadness that we offer our sincere condolences to you Pauric,Ciara,Aoife,Ruairí,Rufina ,Michael and all the Gillespie and McDermott families on the passing of the beautiful Deirdre. To her Scoil Iosa N.S colleagues we are also thinking of you all,where her passing has left a huge void.She taught and guided our children in their junior years in Carracastle,their 2nd mammy,always with a smile ,caring gentle words and always made time for the chats at drop off and collection.we will never forget her kindness to us over those years,may she rest now in heavenly peace.

Carol O Gorman
1 month ago

Pauric and family, so sorry to hear about the death of your beloved wife and Mum, Deirdre. You will be in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

Owen & Ann Davey Attymass
1 month ago

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Gillespie family and extended family members on the passing of Deirdre. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Suzanne (Horkan), Marty, Faith, Robyn and Faolán McDonnell
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathies to Pauric, Aoife, Ciara and Ruairí and the extended McDermott and Gillespie families on the passing of Deirdre. Both myself and my daughter have such fond memories of our time in her classroom, though 30 years apart. She met everyone with such a warm and welcoming smile. She was a kind and caring teacher who has left behind a wonderful legacy to be proud of. Our thoughts and prayers are with her heartbroken family, friends and colleagues at this difficult time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h’anam dílis.

Marian Doherty
1 month ago

Deepest Sympathy to Pauric and to his daughters and son and all the family on the very sad passing of Deirdre. May her gentle soul rest in peace

Kenneth Walshe and Anne Kilcoyne
1 month ago

Truly sorry for yer loss. Thinking of ye all at this really difficult time.

Sean Callaghan
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Pauric and your children. To Michael, Rufina and Joe on the sad loss of Deirdre. Deirdre was my next door neighbour in Rooskey until she got married. Always helpful and kind. God rest you Deirdre.

Julia Cooke Palmfield Carracastle
1 month ago

Deepest Sympathy to all the Gillespie and the McDermott family on the passing of Deirdre.May her gentle soul rest in peace.She will be missed by her colleagues and pupils in Scoil Iosa where I had the pleasure of knowing her through my grandchildren.

Patrick and Olivia McHale
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to all her family. May her gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Mary (Kilgallon) Barrett, Swinford
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Deirdre’s husband Pauric and children, extended McDermott and Gillespie families and to her colleagues in Scoil Iosa on the loss of Deirdre. I was in St. Pats teacher training College with her and remember a sincere, friendly girl who enjoyed a laugh and a chat. May she rest in peace.

Martha Moran
1 month ago

Condolences to all the Gillespie and McDermott family on the sad loss of Deirdre, thinking of you all during this sad time. May Deirdre rest in peace from Christy Wimsey senior Martha and her husband Michael.

Johnny hunt
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Pauric Ciara Aoife Ruairi and all the Gillespie and McDermott families on the sad passing of Deirdre, a true friend and lady. Rest in peace

Anne and Michael Fleming Carrowreagh Cooper Tubbercurry
1 month ago

We offer our sincere sympathy to Pauric Aoife Ciara and Ruari and extended Gillespie and Mc Dermott families on the untimely passing of Deirdre we pray almighty god will give you the strength to endure your great loss We pray Deirdre s gentle soul will rest in peace amen

Johnny Ryan, Shraugh, Carracastle & Manchester
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Rufina & Michael. To her husband Padraic & children. All extended families. May Deidre soul Rest In Peace.

Sean & kathleen Killoran & family Doocastle
1 month ago

Our Deepest Sympathy to Pauric Ciara Aoife Ruairi Rufina Michael the extended Gillespie and Mc Dermott families on the sad passing of Deirdre, may her gentle soul rest in peace

Olivia Mc Greal Mannion, Dermot Mannion and family Breaffy Castlebar
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Padraic and your children extended Mc Dermott family and Gillespie family on your huge loss may she rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this time.

Sean and Mary Joyce Cortoon Newport
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael and the Gillispie and Mc Dermott families on the sad death of Deirdre May her Gentle Soul Rest in Peace

Eamon Kelly and Family
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael, Celia and family and all of Gillespie and McDermott families on the sad passing of Deirdre. May she Rest in Peace

Staff And Pupils of St.Attracta’s NS Charlestown
1 month ago

Heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, and Ruairí and the extended Gillespie and McDermott families on the sad and untimely loss of Deirdre. We are also holding Deirdre’s colleagues, pupils and the entire Scoil Íosa Carracastle community in our thoughts at this very difficult time.
A devoted and committed teacher, Deirdre’s spirit and legacy of care and kindness will endure.
Solas na bhflaitheas agus leaba i measc na naomh duit Deirdre.

Eddie and Valerie Cunnane
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Deidres family on the sad passing of Deirdre. She was a kind dedicated teacher whom we remember with fondness.
Thank you Deirdre for all your kindness to our children down through the years . May you rest in peace and may god comfort all you family at this sad time.

Noel&Attracta Egan and Family Carracastle
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric .Ciara Aoife .Ruairi and extended Family on the sad passing of Deirdre a Lovely kind Teacher May she Rest in Peace

John and Kathleen Flynn Ross Castlebar
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Michael and all the Gillispie and McDermott families on the sad passing of Deirdre. May she rest in peace

Carmel Morley.
1 month ago

Saddened to hear of the passing of Deirdre.We met whilst engaged in the same profession.Deirdre was a sincere,caring,friendly,humble person dedicated to her profession.
Condolences to her family.
May you rest in eternal peace Deirdre.

Billy & Irene Bourke, Breaffy, Castlebar, O
1 month ago

Our sincere Condolences to the Gillespie & McDermott Families, especially Michael & Celia on the sad passing Deirdre, may she Rest in Peace

Marie Hynes O’Brien, Castlebar and Sligo
1 month ago

Sincere condolences Rufina to you and your family and the extended McDermott and Gillespie families on the death of your beloved sister Deirdre.
May she rest in peace.

Angela Egan, Kilmovee
1 month ago

Condolences to all the family on the passing of Deidre 🙏 went to school with her in Charlestown a lovely person RIP

Eileen Lavin Lavey Charlestown
1 month ago

Condolences to Deirdre’s Husband Children & extended families on her untimely passing
Rest in Peace Deirdre

MICKEY AND MAUREEN DEIGNAN
1 month ago

So sorry to hear of the passing of Deirdre. Our sincere sympathy to Pauric,Ciara,Aoife and Ruairí. To Rufina and Joe. To Michael Celia and family and all the extended Gillespie and McDermott families. She was a real lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Kitty Higgins, Tonroe.
1 month ago

So sorry to hear of Deirdre’s untimely death. Deepest sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Rúairí, Rufina, Michael and extended Gillespie and McDermott families. May Deirdre Rest in Peace.

Leo and Bernie Mellett
1 month ago

Our heartfelt sympathies to all Deirdres family you taught our grandson at Scoil losa for the first two years of his school life thank you we will never forget you such a kind dedicated beautiful person rest in peace now Deirdre 🙏💔.

Veronica and Benny Browne Claremorris
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Michael, Celia and all the family on the passing of your sister Deirdre may she rest in peace 🙏🙏

Mary Kathleen (nee Durcan) and Michael Henry Crossard Tooreen, Ballyhaunis
1 month ago

We are shocked and saddened to hear about Deirdre R.I.P.
Our sincere condolences to Pauric and family.
I went to school with Deirdre in Charlestown Secondary School and she was the nicest you could meet inside and out. Have fond memories of her. X

Elaine Vercoe (Duffy)
1 month ago

My most sincere sympathy to all the Gillespie and Mc Dermott families on the sad passing of Deirdre. May she rest in peace.

Esther Hunt, Kilmovee
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Rúairí, Michael, Rubin’s and the extended Gillespie and McDermott families. May God comfort you all. Rest in peace Deirdre

John, Sarah Vesey and Family, Carracastle
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Both Families on the passing of Deirdre,
She was a lovely teacher to all the children,
May she rest in peace,

Tom & Caroline Morley & Family Carracastle
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Pauric Ciara Aoife Ruairi Rufina Michael & all the Mc Dermott & Gillespie families on the sad passing of Deirdre .May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Lily and Paddy Flannery and family
1 month ago

Our heartfelt deepest sympathies to Deirdre’s husband and children , to Rufina , Michael and extended family on your immeasurable loss . Deirdre was a lovely lady in every way . May she rest in eternal peace . God grant you all strength at this sad time .

Amy Muldowney
1 month ago

Sincerest condolences to Deirdre’s heartbroken family. So sorry for your huge loss. May her memory be a blessing and a source of comfort in the difficult days ahead. Thinking of you all at this heartbreaking time, and keeping her loved ones in my thoughts and prayers.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.

Caroline & Michael Peyton & family, Charlestown
1 month ago

It is with great sadness we learnt of the passing of Deirdre.
To her husband Pauric, her children Ciara, Aoife, Rúairí, brother Michael, sister Rufina, extended McDermott and Gillespie families, and to her school colleagues & friends we offer our deepest sympathy.
Thank you Deirdre for being an amazing teacher to our children. Softly spoken, kind and gentle. You will be remembered with great fondness by all of us.
Rest in Peace with the angels Deirdre, and may God comfort your family at this very difficult time. 💔

Myra Ryan Forkan
1 month ago

So sorry to hear of Deirdre’s passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Sincere sympathy to Rufina, Michael, Pauric, Ciara Aoife and Ruairi.
May Deirdre rest in peace.

Staff and pupils of Kilmovee National School
1 month ago

Our deepest condolences to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairí and the extended Gillespie and McDermott families. We are also thinking of Deirdre’s colleagues in Scoil Íosa, her pupils past and present and the entire school community in Carracastle. Deirdre was a truly kind, caring and dedicated educator whose legacy will live on .
May she now rest in eternal peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílís.

Paddy & Kathlyn Tunney, Bray, Co. Wicklow.
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Deirdre’s husband Pauric, daughters Ciara & Aoife, son Ruairi, brother Michael & sister Rufina. Also to the extended McDermott & Gillespie families.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this sad & difficult time.
Rest in Peace Deirdre.

Eddie & Monica Parsons and Family
1 month ago

Rest in peace Deirdre. Sincere sympathy to your family and to your work colleagues at Scoil Iosa. You touched the hearts of so many people. Thank you for your kindness to my children and grandchildren. May god comfort all who grieve RIP

John and Rita Kennedy
1 month ago

Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to Pauric,Ciara, Aoife,Ruairí,Rufina and Michael on the sad and untimely passing of poor Deirdre, a true loving wife, mother, sister and friend we have known Deirdre for many, many years and always found her to be a kind, genuine and sincere person. Please God the lovely memories you’ve shared together will help you all through these dark and sorrowful days. May God grant Deirdre the eternal light of heaven and may she always look after each and everyone of you from her seat in heaven. Rest in eternal peace Deirdre, your suffering in this life has ended. GO REST HIGH ON THAT MOUNTAIN 💕

John Hynes / Yvonne Geraghty
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Deirdre’s husband Pauric, to Ciara, Aoife and Ruairí. To her brother Michael and all the extended McDermott and Gillespie families. May she Rest In Peace. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

Cllr. Michael Kilcoyne
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael and all the Gillespie and McDermott families on the sad passing of Deirdre. May she rest in peace.

Michael & Fiona Mannion Breaffy Castlebar county Mayo
1 month ago

Our sincere condolence’s to Deirdre’s family her husband and children and especially to her sister celia and all her family. May her gentle soul rest in peace

Rosaleen Benson and family.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Rufina Micheal and all the Mcdermott and Gillespie families on the passing of Deirdre . May she rest in peace.

Irene O’Hara, New York.
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to the Mc Dermott and Gillespie Families on Deirdre’s untimely passing. May she Rest in Peace.

Patricia & Willie Regan
1 month ago

We were so shocked and saddened to learn of the untimely passing of Deirdre. Our deepest sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife,Ruairi and extended Gillespie and McDermott families. May her gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.

Austin Francis Omalley
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Michael and all the Mcdermott family and extended family on hearing of the passing of Deirdre may her gentle soul rest in peace on behalf of Killeen group water scheme louisburgh from Austin Francis omalley Doughmackone louisburgh

Gerry Bourke and Celia Rattigan Breaffy Castlebar
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to to the Gillespie family to Michael, Celia and family on the sad passing of Deirdre.
May her gentle soul rest peacefully with the Angels.

Mary&John McLoughlin (LaveyMór,Charlestown)
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all of Deirdre’s family especially Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairí, Rufina, Michael and the extended McDermott/Gillespie families.

Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad and difficult time. May Deirdre’s gentle soul rest in peace.

Domnick & Eithne Gordon Carracastle.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of your mother. Deirdre was a very special person to all who knew her especially to the children to whom she gave a great love of learning.. May her kind and gentle soul Rest in peace.

Owen and Marian Callaghan Rooskey
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Gillespie and McDermott families. Deirdre was always a kind, lovely lady. She will be sadly missed

Rosaleen Benson and family.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Rufina,Micheal and all the Mcdermott and Gillespie families.May she rest in peace .

Ray & Aine McTigue, Breaffy
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to the McDermott and Gillespie families on the sad passing of Deirdre. May she rest in peace.

BreastCheck, Galway
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to all Deirdre’s family and friends. A lovely kind and gentle lady. May Deirdre Rest in Peace.

Breege Donnelly Centra Killala
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric and family on the sad passing of your wife and mother Deirdre, May her gentle soul rest in peace

Sharon Forde (O’Reilly), Lacken
1 month ago

To Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Rúairí, Michael, Rufina, the broader McDermott and Gillespie families and, the Scoil Íosa family, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the sad passing of your beautiful Deirdre. I had the absolute pleasure of working alongside her in Scoil Íosa when I first started out. Deirdre was a beautiful person, so kind, welcoming, calm, always had a smile and great for keeping in touch. I know she leaves a huge void. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Bernie,Jim,James,Niamh,Emer Brennan (Palmfield, Ballaghaderreen)
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all Deirdres family,At this sad time,Deirdre was such a lovely teacher,her smile would light up the room, Deirdre will be dearly missed, we will remember the lovely memories,Rest in Peace Deirdre 💕

Mai and Tommy Kennedy
1 month ago

Condolences to Deirdre’s family on her death..far too young, such a beautiful person. Last time I met her was walking through the Wine St carpark. We had a chat, she told me about her beloved children and asked about mine. Such a loss. May she rest peacefully..

Breege Staunton
1 month ago

Sincere sympathies to all Deirdre’s family, friends and colleagues. She was a true lady. I worked with Deirdre when I was just starting out in teaching. I loved spending time in her classroom learning from her. I fondly remember her warmth and kindness. May God have mercy on her gentle soul.

Joe & Ann Queenan
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife and Ruairí on the sad passing of your beautiful wife and mother, Deirdre. Also, sincere sympathies to the extended Gillespie and McDermott families. May Deirdre’s gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.

Shaun & Caroline Murphy
1 month ago

Sincere Condolences to the Gillespie & McDermot families on the sad passing of Deirdre. She was a wonderful person and teacher and we will be forever grateful to Deirdre
for giving our children the best start to their school years. Rest in Peace Deirdre. You will be sadly missed x x

Martin & Carmel Williams, Kilkelly
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all the family and extended family on the sad passing of Deirdre. May she Rest In Peace.

Austin & Angelina Gannon
1 month ago

Our Sincere Condolences to the Gillespie family and to Michael and Celia Mc Dermott and family on the sad passing of Deirdre. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Mary Regan, Shraheens, Kilmovee
1 month ago

My deepest sympathies on the sad passing of Deirdre, I was friends with her many years ago in Charlestown secondary school and she was such a lovely wonderful person may she rest in peace.

Padraic & Attracta Gallagher
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairi, Rufina and Michael and the extended McDermott & Gillispie families at the very sad passing of Deirdre. A beautiful person, inside and out. May her gentle soul rest in Peace.

Hilda Gannon, Tubbercurry
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife and Ruairí on the sad passing of your beautiful wife and mother, Deirdre. Also, sincere sympathies to the extended Gillespie and McDermott families. May Deirdre’s gentle soul rest in heavenly peace.

Maria Bourke
1 month ago

My condolences to the Gillespie family on the sad passing of Deirdre, May she rest in peace

Joe and bride Folliard aghamore ballyhaunis co mayo
1 month ago

Our condolences to all the Gillespie family rip deirdre

Patsy Corley (Pete) London
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Rufina, Michael and all of Deirdre, family. May her gentle soul Rest in Pease.

Michael and Caroline Gallagher lavey
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric,Ciara, Aoife, Ruairi ,on the sad passing of Deirdre,and to extended family. May she rest in peace.

Vincent Brett
1 month ago

My deepest sympathy to Pauric Ciara, Aoife, Ruairí, her siblings, nephews, friends, and extended Gillespie and McDermott families.
Fond memories, especially enjoying the afters of the Gillespie cup in Enniscrone

MAY DEIRDRE’S GENTLE SOUL REST IN PEACE

Anne Timothy, Castlebar
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Michael, Celia and your families on the passing of Deirdre. May her gentle soul rest in peace

John & Christine Brennan
1 month ago

Condolences to Padraig and family on the sad passing of Deirdre. May her gentle soul rest in peace. RIP.

Joe & Ann Freyne.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairi, extended Gillespie and McDermott families, on Deidre’s passing , may she rest in peace, RIP.

Declan Henry
1 month ago

Very sad news. Deepest sympathy to Rufina, Michael, and all of Deirdre’s family on her sad and untimely passing. May she rest in peace.

Eamonn,& Barbara Gallagher
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Pauric & family & extended McDermot & Gillespie families on the sad passing of Deirdre. May you rest in peace Deirdre.

Eileen and Kevin McHale
1 month ago

To Pauric, Ciara, Aoife and Ruairì. To Rufina, Joe and brother Michael Celia and family.
To all the Gillispie family, colleagues and friends.
Our deepest condolences on your very sad loss
May Deirdre’s gentle soul rest in peace

Korena O’ Hara
1 month ago

My deepest sympathies to you and family on this sad occasion May she rest in peace

Brendan & Mary Henry
1 month ago

Our sincere condolences to Pauric, Clara, Voice, Quality and the extended Gillespie and McDermott families on the sad passing of Deirdre.
May her gentle soul Rest in Peace

Martina Moore, Westport
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Michael and all of Deirdre’s family on her sad passing. May she rest in peace.

Rosaleen Teatum
1 month ago

My sincere sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairi, her sister Rufina and brother Michael & all extended McDermott and Gillespie families on the sad passing of Deirdre. May she rest in peace.

Brendan & Noreen McLoughlin & Family Cloonaweema
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairi, Rufina, Michael & all extended McDermott and Gillespie families. Also to all the staff & pupils of Scoil Íosa. Deirdre was a wonderful teacher, so kind and gentle. Thinking & praying for you all at this difficult time. May Deirdre Rest In Peace.

AL McDonnell
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Gillespie family and to Michael and the McDermott family on the sad passing of Deirdre.
May she Rest in Peace.

Ann Towey
1 month ago

I wish to express my deepest sympathy on the death of Deirdre thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time. May she rest in peace.

Tom & Evelyn Towey, Cloonacool, Co. Sligo.
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to Pauric and the extended Gillespie and McDermott families on the very sad passing of Deirdre. She was a lovely and very kind person. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Bernie Reilly
1 month ago

My deepest sympathy to Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairí on the sad passing of Deirdre and to extended family may her gentle soul rest in peace🙏🙏🙏

Tina Moore and family Carrowrile Lavagh
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Pauric and family on Deirdre’s passing. Condolences also to Rufina and the extended families. Gone too soon may she rest in peace 🙏🙏🙏🙏

Patsy and Martina Maxwell
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all Deirdre’s family on her sad passing.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Thinking of yea all at this sad time 🙏

Margarita, Cadhan & Alfie
1 month ago

I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Deirdre. She was such a warm, patient, and dedicated teacher, and she made a lasting impact on my children’s life. Her kindness, her gentle guidance, and the way she believed in her students will never be forgotten.

Please accept my sincere condolences. My thoughts are with her family, friends, and all whose lives she touched. May she rest in peace, and may her memory continue to inspire the many hearts she helped shape.

RIP Mrs Gillespie. 💔🕊️

Frank & Marie O’Hara
1 month ago

So sorry to hear the heart breaking news of death of Deirdre. Deepest sympathy Pauric, Ciara, Aoife, Ruairi, Rufina, Michael and extended Mcdermott and Gillespie family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May Deirdre rest in peace

Michael and Patricia Forkan
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all of Deirdre family may she rest in peace 🙏

Gerard Harrington
1 month ago

My Deepest Sympathy to Pauric and the Gillespie and McDermott families and extended family on the sad passing of Deirdre my she Rest in Peace 🙏

Frank and the Davy family, Carracastle
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Rufina Michael and the McDermott family on the sad passing of Deirdre. May She Rest in Peace.

Richardson family Carracastle
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all Deirdre’s family on her very sad passing. Thinking of you all at this time. May you Rest in Peace Deirdre 🙏

Jimmy Coleman
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Pauric Ciara Aoife Ruairi Deirdre was a lovely lady May she rest in peace

Edmund and Norma Gray
1 month ago

To Pauric, Ciara, Aoife and Ruairì Deirdre sister Rufina and brother Michael
Our deepest condolences on your very sad loss
May Deirdre’s gentle soul rest in peace

Mary Cronolly & Gerry Gillespie
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Rufina, Joe, Deirdres husband, children and the extended family on your sad loss. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May she rest in peace.

Thomas & Mary T Joyce
1 month ago

Our hearts are broken on hearing such sad news. May Deirdre rest in peace. A beautiful smile on her face every time I saw her. Our deepest sympathy to her husband Pauric, daughters Ciara, and Aoife and her son Ruairi and sister Rufina and brother Michael and extended Dermott and Gillespie family.

Vincent , Shane and Eva Coleman
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all of Deirdres family
In our thoughts and prayers at this sad time

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