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Marguerite (Rita) Maria Goretti Gaughan (née O’Hara)

Marguerite-Gaughan

Beechwood Lawns, Rathcoole, Co. Dublin and formerly of Elphin, Co. Roscommon (September 18th, 2026) – peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Pre-deceased by her parents John and Nancy, brothers John and Des, sister Frances.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her children Marjorie (Marguerite), David, Kieran and Trevor, son-in-law Eddie, daughters-in-law Anna and Miriam, adored grandchildren Matthew, Charlotte, Louis, Sofia, Nina and Henry, brother Vincent, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and a large circle of friends.

May Rita Rest In Peace

Reposing at Oliver Reilly’s Funeral Home, The Waterways, Sallins, Co. Kildare (W91 K6PN) on Sunday, September 27th from 3pm to 5pm.

Removal by Oliver Reilly Funeral Directors on Monday, September 28th at approx 10:30am to arrive at Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Saggart for 11am Funeral Mass, followed by burial in Saggart Cemetery.

Those who wish to leave a personal message/condolence for the family, please use the “condolences” section below.

Rita’s family would like to express their gratitude to all in Dovida especially Lisa, for their care and attention looking after Rita and to all the first responders for their professionalism.

House Strictly Private

Family Flowers only, donations if desired to Children in Hospital Ireland via the “donate” section below.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed live on https://www.churchservices.tv/saggart

Oliver Reilly Funeral Directors accept no responsibility for any live webcam interruptions or issues

For all enquiries, please contact Oliver Reilly Funeral Directors on (045) 86823

Published On: September 23rd, 2026

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Donal and Geraldine Connolly .
1 week ago

Our sincere condolences to Trevor and all the family on your Mother’s passing. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Breege Gaughan and Gerry Brigginshaw Doohoma and Sussex
2 weeks ago

Our sincere condolences to you Marjorie,David,Kieran,Trevor,
Your Mum was a lovely lady so many happy memories when ye came to Doohoma on holiday sorry we can’t be with you
RIP Rita love breeze xxxx

Seamus &Eamonn keane Doohoma.
2 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Marjorie,David,Kieran,Trevor &. extended family on the sad passing
Of Rita.May she rest in Peace.

Rose Flannery (Conway)
2 weeks ago

My sympathy to Marjorie, David, Kieran, Trever and extended family on the sad passing of Rita. Fond memories of our time in London. May she rest in peace.

Ted and Mary Kennedy Doohoma head
2 weeks ago

Our Deepest Sympathy To Marjorie, David, Kieran, Trever and extended family on the sad passing of Rita. You’re in Our Thoughts And Prayers At This Sad time. May Her Kind And Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

May Gaughan & family Doohoma
2 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Marjorie, David, Kieran, Trevor & extended family. I have many happy memories of Rita down through the years. She was a lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace xx Thinking of you all xx

Mercedes Murphy Doohoma .Condolences to Rita’s Family may Rita rest in peace.
2 weeks ago

Condolences to Rita’s family may Rita rest in peace.

Michael & Bernie Mac Manchester
2 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the family on Rita’s passing.
She was a lovely lady.
May she rest in peace.

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