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Delia Ruddy (née Sheridan)

Delia Ruddy

Horkan’s Hill and formerly of Carnaclay, Westport, Co. Mayo – in her 94th year, peacefully at The McBride Nursing Home.

Predeceased by her husband Austin, siblings Katie, Tommie, Jim, May, Anne, Paddy, Joe, John and Martin.

Deeply regretted by her loving family, nephews, nieces, all the Ruddy and Sheridan families, relatives, neighbours and friends.

MAY HER GENTLE SOUL REST IN PEACE.

Reposing at McGing’s Funeral Home, Westport (F28 RX58) on Tuesday (June 09th) from 4:30pm with removal at 6:15pm to St. Mary’s Church, Westport.

THE PUBLIC QUEUE FOR ENTRY INTO THE FUNERAL HOME WILL NOW BE FROM THE SHOP STREET DIRECTION.

Requiem Mass will be held on Wednesday (June 10th) at 11:00am with the funeral proceeding via Clogher to Kilmaclasser cemetery.

Funeral Mass can be viewed live on www.churchtv.ie/westport/ or listened to on Westport Parish radio at 104.8fm.

Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, to The Friends of the McBride Nursing Home, Westport c/o McGing Funeral Directors.

Published On: June 7th, 2026

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Cllr patsy o Brien
1 month ago

I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to the extended Ruddy and Sheridan families on the death of Delia. You are in my prayers and thoughts at this difficult time. May her gentle soul rest in peace

Anne Heraty
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Peter,Mary and all the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia.
May she rest in peace

Padraig Mary Golden
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Peter Mary extended O’Donnell family and her many friends on the death of Delia, fond memories of meeting her in the hairdressers always up for a chat Rip.

Mary Scahill Lawless, Parke / Westport
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to all Delia’s family, especially her niece Helen and all those who are mourning her loss.
Fond memories of Delia in times past. May she rest in Heavenly peace with all her loved ones.

Mick and Noreen Walsh, Ballinsleve, Clogher, Westport
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Peter Mary and family, and to all the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia, thinking of you all at this sad time. May Delia’s lovely soul rest in peace, xoxo

Barbara Mayock
1 month ago

Sympathy to all Delias family, rest in peace

Eddie & Mary Kelly, Streamstown, Westport
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Peter, Mary and all Ruddy and Sheridan family and extended families on the passing of Delia. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Padraic & Patsey, Baynes Derrygorman Westport
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Ruddy, Sheridan & ò Donnell Families on the passing of Delia. May her Gentle Soul Rest In peace

Ed and Ellen Kirby Rushbrook
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the death of Delia, may she rest in peace

Kitty Mulloy & Family Kilmeena
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to all Delia’s family especially her nephews, nieces her many friends. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
May Delia Rest in Peace.

Eamon and Kathleen Courell.
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the death of Delia. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Peter and bernie reynolds
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all Delia’s family, may she rest in peace 🙏

Josie and gerry Gallagher quay westport
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to all of Delia family on her passing may she rest in peace

Ellen and Charlie O’Connor Bracklough Liscarney
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families on your sad loss. I remember Delia from many years ago and she was a pleasure to chat to with her lovely warm smile. Rest in peace Delia.(ELLEN)

Carmel quinn the quay
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families, a lovely lady always with a smile. May her gentle soul rest in peace

Stephanie Mc Ging
1 month ago

Deepest symphony to all Delia family’s may she rest in peace 🙏

Austin (Gus) Kirby Cogaula / London
1 month ago

Very sorry to read of Delia’s passing, deepest sympathy to her family and friends, May She Rest In Peace

Toby & Irene Gibbons
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to the O Donnell , Ruddy & Sheridan families on Delia’s passing. May Delia rest peacefully.

Joe and Assumpta Fergus Louisburgh
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to all Delia’s relations and friends. May she have eternal rest.

Hugh & Noreen Feehan, Kilmeena.
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to all Delia’s relatives and friends. May she Rest in Peace.

Westport Meals On Wheels
1 month ago

RIP Delia. We have very happy and fun memories of you here at the Social Lunches in the Social Services Centre. Sincere Condolences to all of Delia’s Family.

Mary and Austin mc neely croaghrim
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy may Delia rest in peace she was a lovley lady 🙏

Noel and Gerri Staunton High Street
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all the family on the death of Delia.
May she rest in peace.

Walsh family derrynaraw kilmeena westport.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the
Ruddy and
Sheridan family on the passing of
Deila may she rest in peace

Sean and Pat Smith Deerpark East
1 month ago

Peter Deepest Sympathy to you and family on the sad loss of your Aunt Delia R.I.P.

GERARD AND MARY KENNEDY AND FAMILY
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all of Delia family a lovely lady and a good friend may she rip 🙏

Maura and Bendy Flynn Westport
1 month ago

Sorry to hear of Delia’s passing. Great memories of Delia when we were neighbours on the Hill. A great character. Rest in peace Delia.

Maureen & Frank Sheridan, Drummindoo, Westport
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the O’Donnell, Sheridan & Ruddy families on the sad passing of Delia. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Gary and Fiona McNicholas, Westport
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the Sheridan and the Ruddy families on the passing of Delia. May she rest in peace.

Gerard and Kathleen King.
1 month ago

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Sheridan and. Ruddy families on Delia’s passing. May her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Kathleen McGuire, Islandeady
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to her nephews Peter and Noel, nieces Helen, Laura and Breda, the extended O Donnell, Ruddy & Sheridan families on the very sad passing of their aunt Delia. She was a lovely friendly lady. Long life, well lived. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Michael & Ann Gillan Carnaclay
1 month ago

Condolences to all Delia’s family may she rest in eternal peace.

Ann Clancy, Newport
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Peter, Mary O Donnell the Sheridan and Ruddy families, on the sad passing of Delia. We worked together in Cafollas for many years. She was a great friend, full of fun and chat. May your gentle soul rest in peace Delia

Pauline O’Malley and family, Clareisland
1 month ago

Condolences to Delias Family, may her gentle soul rest in eternal Peace,

Ann & Martin McIntyre Kilmeena
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Peter Mary and The O’Donnell family, the extended Ruddy and Sheridan families on the sad passing of Delia. Rest in peace Delia.

Marian and Noel McManamon, Carrabaun, Westport
1 month ago

So sorry to hear of Delia’s death. A lovely lady to speak with. Sincere sympathy to Delia’s family.

Sean and Ann Marie Walsh Knockbrack,
1 month ago

Condolences to Peter ODonnell and family. Also the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia. May she Rest in Peace

Anne, Joe & family Corcoran Ballyglass, Westport
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the families of Delia. May she rest in peace.

Austin Connolly and family Carnaclay Westport
1 month ago

Our sincere sympathy to Peter and all the O’Donnell and Ruddy family. We were very sorry to hear of Delia’s sad passing. She was always a great friend to my sister Bridie when they were young and down through the years. She was always a lovely lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

TJ & Noreen Hughes, West Road Westport
1 month ago

Deep sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the sad passing of Delia. She was a wonderful lady. May her soul rest in peace

Jill durcan altamont street
1 month ago

Sincerest sympathy to Delias family and friends

Patrick & Edward O’Flaherty, Islandeady
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Peter and the O’Donnell family, also to the Sheridan & Ruddy family on her passing. May Delia’s gentle soul rest in peace

Evelyn O’Malley, Aughagower
1 month ago

So sorry on hearing the news…my mother’s great friend (Bea O’Malley). Many an enjoyable evening we spent together…was always a pleasure collecting Delia. She loved the chats and enjoyed going out…R.i.p…

John & Margaret Lawless, Kilmeena
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Ruddy, Sheridan & O’Donnell families on the passing of Delia. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Ann and Paddy Quinn
1 month ago

We regret Delia’s passing. She was a lovely person and always good to chat to. May she rest in peace. Condolences to her family

Noel & Ann Feeney, Kings Hill
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Sheridan & Ruddy family on the passing of Delia.
A lovely lady. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace

Christina O’Malley Quay westport
1 month ago

My Deepest sympathy to all of Delia Family was sorry to hear of her passing. A lovely Lady always a smile and a bit of craic. My prayers are with you all at this sad time..R.I.P. Delia…

Colleen Ruddy
1 month ago

So deeply sorry to hear of Delia’s demise, may she rest in peace. So glad to have had a visit with her in the McBride nursing home while in, Westport.
I will always remember her fondly for her humour, kindness and great chat.

Maura & Liam Chambers and Family, Glenhest, Newport.
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Peter and Mary O’ Donnell, the Sherdian and Ruddy families on the passing of Delia.
My mother Teresa often spoke with great fondness for Delia as did my late uncle John Hynes.
She was one lovely lady and great fun and you always came away from a chat with her smiling. Rest in peace.

Maureen Moran and family the quay westport
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia. She was a great character and it was always a pleasure to meet up with her for a chat. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Maureen Treacy and family Mace Aughagower
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the ODonnell families and all extended families on the death of Delia may she rest in peace

Mary (lavelle) & Chris Campbell Carnaclay & Luton, England
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Delia nephews and nieces and to all the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the sad passing of Delia. May she rest in peace.

Hugh Keane, Knappabeg
1 month ago

My sincere sympathy to all the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the death of Delia and to all her nephews and nieces. May she rest in peace.

Seamus & Maureen Gavan Mill St.
1 month ago

Deila 🙏 Rip.

Tom & Mary Higgins Carnaclay
1 month ago

Sympathy to all the Family Rip Delia

Michael Noonan and Marion Joyce
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Delia’s family and friends may she rest in peace

Kevin Derrig & Breege Cannon
1 month ago

Our sincere sympathies on the passing of Delia, may she rest in peace

Christy O’Donnell sheeaune & Theresa Walsh sheeaune / kilmeena.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the
Ruddy and the
Sheridan family on the passing of
Deila may she rest in peace 🙏

The Clinton Family
1 month ago

So sorry to hear of Delia’s passing. Our condolences to all her family and friends. Great memories of her during her time in Carnaclay. Rest in peace Delia.

Mary and Tommy Killeen Castlebar
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Peter and Mary and all Delias Nieces and Nephews on her passing. May she rest peacefully after a long life well lived.

John and Margo Gibbons Kilbride Newport
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to all of Delias friends and family. May Delia rest in peace.

Georgina and Martin O’Donnell and Bridie Horkan
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and the Sheridan families on the passing of Delia,a lovely lady who never passed without a friendly chat.May she rest in peace.

June & Ken Bourke
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to O’Donnell and Sheridan families on Delia’s passing.

Ann Murphy(Duffy)Drummindoo, Westport,
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Delia’s Nephews, Niece’s, Sheridan & Ruddy families on the passing of Delia.Rest in eternal peace Delia.

The Kerrigan Family Bohaun Killawalla
1 month ago

Sincere sympathies to all of the Ruddy and sheridan families on the sad passing of Delia. May she rest in peace 🙏

Kathleen Patsy Moogan
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to all of Delias family lovely lady .May her gentle soul rest in peace

Phyll O Donnell Mc Namara
1 month ago

Condolences to all her relations and friends.may Delia rest in peace.

Ann Hughes Cloonskill
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Sheridan Ruddy and o Donnell families on the passing of Delia may she rest in peace

Chris Maureen keane Moore
1 month ago

To all of Delia s family and relations our deepest sympathy on your sad loss I have known Delia for years may her gentle soul rest in peace

Maryrose ryder
1 month ago

To deila family may she rest in peace she was a lovely person I would like to send my deepest condolences to your family 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

O ‘ Grady , Family , Kilbree .
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Mary & Peter O ‘ Donnell and family on the passing of dear Delia ,Never lost her love of Carnaclay and its people.

Maureen & Joe Walsh, Mount Brown
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathies to all of Delia’s nephews & nieces & to the extended Ruddy & Sheridan families on her passing. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

John Sadie Moran The Mall Westport….
1 month ago

To all’s Delia Family and friends . We were very sorry to hear of her passing . She was always in good form and had time for the little chat … She will be chatting to them all in heaven now ……. ….. ……

Seamus Ann and Majella Feehan westport
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the very sad passing of Delia may her gentle soul rest in peace

Kathleen Lavelle and family. Horkans Hill Westport.
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to all of Delia,s family. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Peter Eileen Corcoran Ballintleva Clogher Westport
1 month ago

Condolences to all of Delias families Neighbours and friends on her passing may she rest in peace

Margaret&Patsy Walsh King’s Hill Westport
1 month ago

Sincere Condolences to the Ruddy and Sheridan Families on the Sad Passing of Delia,may she rest in peace Amen.

David McGreal, Horkan’s Hill
1 month ago

Slán leat Delia a lovely neighbour. Ar dheis Dé a hanam dílis.

Michael and Mary Heraty and family
1 month ago

Our sincere sympathy to Delia’s family and friends

Ann Burns
1 month ago

Deepest symathy to the Sheridan Ruddy and ODonnell families on the death of Delia. She was a great character and always stop for a chat when we would meet. Interested to know how all the young people were getting on. May her kind and happy soul rest in heavenly peace

Ann and John Dunne Carrowkennedy
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the Sheridan and Ruddy families on the passing of Delia may she rest in peace.

Margaret and Gerard O Malley Doughmakeon Louisburgh
1 month ago

Sorry to hear Delia has gone to her Eternal reward.
Our deepest sympathy to all Delia’s family and many friends.
Delia was a lovely energetic lady and fun to meet.
May her Gentle soul rest in peace Amen.

Maureen Martin
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to all Delias family. Rest in peace Delia, as they say, you were a legend, great fun and great company.

The Crawford family Westport
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Ruddy and Sheridan families rest in peace Delia

Noreen and Laura Walsh, Frenchill Castlebar.
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families and to Peter and Mary O Donnell and all the O Donnell families on the passing of Delia,May her gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Frank and Rosaleen Moore.
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families.

PJ and Christina Grimes lanmore liscarney
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to ODonnell family and Sheirdan and Ruddy and extended families rest in peace Deila 🙏

Mary Mayock and family Drimulra
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the Ruddy Sheridan and O Donnell families on the passing of Deila may her soul rest in peace

Pat warde shop streets Westport
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan family
On the passing of Deila Sheridan. She was a lovely person. She will be missed in Westport may she rest in peace

Helen Scahill
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Delia’s family on her passing. A very friendly lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace

Jane Mcging ne Feehan
1 month ago

Rip Delia 🌹

Martin Walsh Westlands
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to all the family. May Delia rest in peace.

EDWARD@ BREEGE MULDOON AUGHAG0WER
1 month ago

DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE
RUDDY AND SHEIRDAN FAMILY. MAY DELiA REST IN PEACE

John & Marie Neary, Ballyglass, Clogher, Westport.
1 month ago

Sending our deepest sympathy to all the Sheridan & Ruddy Families on the sad passing of Delia. May her gentle soul rest in peace. P

Patricia Gavin (Moore)
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the death of Delia. May she Rest in peace

Damien King carrowbeg westport
1 month ago

Delia, you were a great neighbour and friend for years, your at home now with your brothers and sisters and your mum and dad, I will miss visiting you every week, I won’t forget you, rest in peace now Delia.

Stephen kerins Liscarney and oranmore
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all members of the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia. Sad to hear she passed away.. when i lived in westport and worked in olde railway hotel mamy chats we had..May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Mar and Denny Connolly
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to the o.Donnell and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia a neighbour and friend may her gentle soul rest in peace

Francis & Angela Gavin
1 month ago

So sorry to hear of Delia’s passing. Sincere sympathy on your loss. Delia was always a pleasure to meet and a lady to dela with. Many fond memories. May she rest in peace.

Rita Duffy
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to you all on the death of Delia may she rest 🙏 in peace x 🙏

Genie & Charlie Keating, Cloghan, Westport.
1 month ago

Our sympathies to the Ruddy and Sheridan families, and to Peter O’Donnell and Helen Campion (USA) on the death of Delia. Another good woman gone to God. Rest in peace, Delia.

Kitty n John Foy n Family Aughagower
1 month ago

Our Deepest Sympathy to Delies’s relatives n friends Rest in peace 🙏

Helena n Tom Fahy n Family Westport n Kilmeena
1 month ago

Sympathy to the Family Rest in peace Delie 🙏

tommy and rose mc donnell slingane clogher westport
1 month ago

sincere sympathy to the Shirdan and Ruddy familys on the passing of Delia may her gentle soul in peace

Anne Caughlin 12parnell court golf course rd
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Delia family and friends on her passing. A lovely lady.

Joe McDonagh, Cloonkeen, Carraholly.
1 month ago

Condolences to the O’Donnells and all of Delia’s nieces and nephews and to her extended family, and in-laws. Rest in peace.

Sean and Susan Hastings
1 month ago

Sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families. May Delia rest in peace. A lovely lady.

John Walshe davitt park westport
1 month ago

Deepest condolence to the ruddy and sheridan and o Donnell. Family’s on the sad passing of Deila rest in peace

Belinda Tunney
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to the family of Delia, may she rest in peace

The Geraghty family. Castlebar.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia. A lovely lady. Great friend of our dad Walter Geraghty. Rest in eternal peace Delia

Chris and Willie Kelly ballintleva clogher Westport
1 month ago

Our deepest condolence to the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia may she rest in peace

Kathleen and Josephine Neary leitir islandeady
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to the Ruddy and Sheridan families on Delia may she rest in peace

P.J. & Jackie McDermott, Sheeaune, Westport.
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all members of the Ruddy and Sheridan families on the passing of Delia. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Go ndéana an Tiarna trócaire ar a anam.

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