Maura Hurst (née Brett)

MAURA-1

Carramore Moy, Killasser, Swinford, Co. Mayo – peacefully at Ava Maria Nursing Home on 10th April 2025 surrounded by loving family.

Predeceased by her parents Mary and James, brother Paddy and daughter Carina.

Maura will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her husband Vinnie, son Ciaran, daughters Áine, Carmel and Ita, sons-in-law Barry and Michael, daughter-in-law Grainne, and her 7 adored grandchildren Ben, Daniel, Shane, Matthew, Nathan, Dearbhla and Peadar and all of her extended and much loved family, neighbours and friends.

May Her Kind and Gentle Soul Rest in Peace

Reposing at Boland’s Funeral Home, Swinford (F12K122) this Friday evening, 11th April from 6pm until 8pm with removal to All Saints Church, Killasser to arrive at 8.30pm.

Funeral Mass this Saturday, 12th April at 12.00 noon in All Saints Church, Killasser with burial immediately after in Killasser Cemetery.

Maura’s Funeral Mass will be streamed live at https://mcn.live/Camera/church-of-all-saints

House private and family flowers only please.

Donations, if desired to Croí: http://Croi.ie/don

If you wish to leave a message of condolence for the family, please click on the “Condolences” link below.

Published On: April 10th, 2025

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Michael Ring
20 hours ago

Deepest sympathy to the Hurst family on the death of Maura.
May she rest in peace.

Kiara & Enda Murtagh, Tullanacorra
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathies to Ita and all the wider Hurst family. Fond memories of Mrs Hurst in Swinford secondary school. May she Rest in Peace.

Tina Joyce. Ballyvary
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Ita and all your family on the death of your dear mother. Such a lovely person, a wonderful kind and inspirational teacher. Lovely memories of meeting her over the years. May her kind gentle soul Rest in Peace. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

Vicki Jordan
2 weeks ago

May I send my deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of Maura. May she rest in peace

Una Gibbons
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Carmel and all of the Hurst family on the passing of your dear mother, Maura. May she rest in peace

Mary ryan (Rowley)
2 weeks ago

Sorry for ye’re loss lovely lady may she rest in peace

Josephine Scott
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Hurst family on the loss of Maura. RIP

Helen Larkin(Mc Loughlin)London and Brackloon
2 weeks ago

My deepest condolences to The Hurst family on the passing of (Mrs Hurst), my favourite teacher. She was truly a wonderful teacher and kind person, a brilliant role model and her wise words had a positive impact on those she taught.
May she rest in peace

Eugene Anne O Neill and family killasser swinford mayo
2 weeks ago

Deepest condolences to Vinny and all the family on Maura passing. May she RIP

Sean Teresa and Catherine mchugh cragaballa
2 weeks ago

Sorry to hear of the passing of Maura such a lovely woman, condolences to Vincent and the hurst family

Josephine McIntyre ( Curry)
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinny and family and extended family and many friends, on the passing of Maura, a dedicated teacher, and a role model for all her students, so caring and mindful of all her students, a second mother to us all. Rest in peace Maura

Martin & Monica Henry
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinny & the Hurst family on Maura’s passing. May she Rest in Peace.

Michael Gordon
2 weeks ago

Deepest condolences to the Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura, who I knew from Swinford secondary school.

John and Michele Dixon Leeds and swinford
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the family Maura was a great teacher to me may she rest in peace

Niamh McLoughlin
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Hurst Family, and all the extended Family on the sad passing of Maura. A lovely lady and teacher. May she Rest in Peace.

Carmel Jordan
2 weeks ago

Ciaran I was so sorry to learn about the passing of your mother.

Geraldine Cosgrove Conroy (Ex PO’C & Son)
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy Carmel & Family on the sad passing of your mother Maura. May her gentle soul she rest in peace.

Sophia Scully Mc Nicholas
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Hurst and extended family on Maura’s passing .May she Rest In Peace

Frances and Michael Ryan
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Hurst family on the death of Maura, may she rest in peace Amen.

Nora Regan
2 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to Vinnie,Ita,Michael and all the Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura. Keeping you in my prayers at this difficult time.
May her soul find eternal rest and peace.

Phil Cunney Alberta & Martin
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Hurst family on the passing of Maura .May God be good to her .Rest in peace

Karen Rooney, (Meehan),
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vinnie,Ciaran,aine Carmel,ita,on the sad passing of Maura,she was a lovely kind home economics teacher,may her gentle soul rest in peace,

Winnie Towey
2 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to the Hurst family on the death of Maura I have found memories of her teaching in vocational school she was such a kind lady RIP Maura

Martin, Caroline Sheridan
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vinnie, Ciaran, Aine,Camel, Ita and extended family on the sad passing of Maura. She was a lovely, friendly person who loved to chat. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

John & Mary Howley, Dunmaynor
2 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to the Hurst family at this sad and difficult time. May Maura Rest in Peace.

Carmel Flynn,Carrowkeel,Hollymount
2 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy to Aine and Extended Hurst Family on the Death of your Mother Maura.May She Rest in Peace.

AGNES AND JAMES GAVIN
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vinney and the family of Maura.I have great memories of her teaching in vocational school. She was wonderful teacher. May she rest in peace 🙏

Dudley and Virginia Filan
2 weeks ago

Condolences to Vinny and the Hurst family on the passing of Maura.
May she rest in peace .

Kathleen Regan midfield
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Husband son daughters grandchildren and to all the family of Maura.it was a privilege to have know her and what a lovely teacher she was.no trouble getting us to go to school whilst she was teaching us..RIP Mrs Hurst.

Rev John Durkan
2 weeks ago

Maura was a kind gentle soul and touched many people’s lives. She was a wonderful parishioner and loyal to mass always. May she enjoy the light of heaven and rest in peace.

Anne Glavey (Harrison). Kilkelly.
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all of Maura’s family on her passing. Fond memories of her teaching in vocational school in Swinford. An excellent teacher, loved every minute of her classes. May she rest in peace.

Jimmy & Kathleen Tully.
2 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy to Vinnie and all the Hurst family on the passing of Maura.
May she rest in peace.

Martin & Therese Hennigan
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vincent and the extended Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Sean& Mary Durkan (Rubble/Graffy) Barnsley Yorkshire..
2 weeks ago

So sorry to hear the sad news of Maura’s passing. God rest her soul..Our deepest Sympathy to you Vinny,,son ,daughters and extended family..She was such a lovely lady,,always a big smile and a warm welcome..Rest easy Maura in your heavenly home..

Steve and Patsy (Horkan) Goggins, Westport.
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinny and family on the sad passing of Maura. May she rest in peace.

Attracta Mulderrig (Mcloughlin) Charlestown
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy Vinnie and Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura. Great memories of a good teacher and kind person to all. Always included you all in her conversations. May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace 🙏

Vera McEvoy Toomore
2 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Vinnie and all the Hurst families on the sad passing of Maura.May her gentle soul rest in peace

Angela Horkan Claremorris
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vinnie, Ciaran, Áine, Carmel and Ita on the sad loss of Maura. Condolences also to the extended family. May Maura’s gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

Kevin and Catherina Nestor
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vinny and family on the passing of Maura may she rest in peace

Ann Kilkenny (Sloyan) Charlestown.
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vinnie, Ciaran, Aine, Carmel and Ita on the death of Maura. She was a great teacher. We have great memories in Swinford Vocational School. She was always so helpful in every way. Maura you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Maura.🙏🙏

Liam and Maureen Ginty Killasser
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Hurst family

Paddy Moran
2 weeks ago

May her soul rest in peace

Brendan and Bernie Scully
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the sad passing of Maura. May she rest in peace.

Rosaleen Harrison Shammer
2 weeks ago

Sincere sympathies to the Hurst family.
We had great days in Swinford Vocational School and Mrs Hurst taught us many valuable life skills.
Rest in peace.

Caroline Mcging (McNicholas)
2 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Hurst family. Maura was a wonderful lady, teacher, role model and friend. I have very fond memories of great times in the vocational school in Swinford. May her gentle soul rest peacefully xxx

Jennifer Cunnane.
2 weeks ago

My condolences to Ciaran , Grainne and all her family.
May she rest in peace

Vincent and Nancy Murtagh and Family Tullinacurra
2 weeks ago

Sincere Sympathy to the Hurst Family,May Maura’s gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

John & Geraldine Cronnolly Chicago
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vincent, Aine, Carmel, Ciaran, Ita and extended Hurst family. Maura was a lovely lady, always with a smile.
May Maura rest in eternal peace.

Siobhán O Hagan Henry
3 weeks ago

So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this sad time. RIP Maura

Noel & Christine Barry
3 weeks ago

We would like to express our sincere sympathy to Vinnie, Ciaran, Àine, Carmel & Ita and all the extended Hurst families. May her soul rest in peace.

Frank Scott
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy with Vincent and all the Hurst family relatives and friends.
Maura was a lovely lady and passed on her knowledge and wisdom to many.
May her gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Mary O’Grady. Chicago, Carrowena.
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Vinnie, Aine, Carmel, Ciaran and Ita.
Maura was a great lady also a great Teacher In the Vocational School in Swinford. She always had a smile and a hello for everybody. Maura’s like won’t be seen again. May you rest in heavenly peace Mrs Hurst.

Eoghan O’Connell
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to you all on Maura’s passing. May she rest in peace.

Teresa & Sean O’Grady, Cloonlara
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Vinnie, Áine, Carmel, Ciarán & Ita and all of the extended families on the sad passing of Maura. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Winnie Muldowney Carnacull, Midfield
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to you Vincent & family & extended families on Maura’s death, more professionally known to to me as “Mrs Hurst” from back in my school days in the Vocational School, I have many fond memories of her, she was a great teacher. Thinking of you all at this sad time, May “Mrs Hurst” rest in peace,

John Reddington
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Hurst family’s on the passing of Maura may she rest in peace 🙏

Frank and Mary Judge Killasser
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Hurst family’s on the sad passing of Maura may she reset in peace

The Conlon family, Killasser
3 weeks ago

Deepest condolences to Vinnie and the Hurst family and to the extended family on the sad passing of Maura, she was a lovely lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Peter Geraghty
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the family on the death of Maura she was a lovely lady RIP

Alan and Louise Lavin,
3 weeks ago

My sincere condolences to all the Hurst family on the passing of Maura, many fond memories I have of time spend in her class room, may her gentle soul rest in peace.

Sean & Sandra O’Grady Manchester (Killasser)
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Hurst family on the passing of Maura, what a kind person she was, may her soul rest in peace.

Michael McNulty. Lisbawn, Swinford
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Hurst Family on the passing of Maura. May she rest in peace.

Maureen Gallagher & family, Barnacogue
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Hurst family on the passing of Maura. May she rest in peace.

Paddy & Chrissy McLoughlin
3 weeks ago

Sympathy to all the Hurst family May she rest in peace

Aidan Mannion
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Ciaran and the Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura may her gentle soul rest in peace

Veronica Barry
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy Vinnie, Áine, Ciarán, Carmel & Ita on the passing of your beloved mother. Maura was always so kind and compassionate as a neighbour & a teacher. May her kind and gentle soul rest in peace. Thinking & praying for you all at this sad time.

Kathleen Steadman, Manchester
3 weeks ago

My sincere sympathy to Vinnie and all the Hurst family. Prayers and thoughts with you all.

Billy Gildea
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie and all the Hurst and Brett family’s on the sad passing of Maura may her gental soul rest in peace

Seamus & Carmel Golden
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy Ita and to your family on the passing of your dear mam… May her soul rest in peace

Geraldine Hughes, Foxford.
3 weeks ago

Condolences to the Hurst family on the passing of Maura, I have lovely memories of her as my Domestic Science teacher in Swinford School many years ago. May she now rest in peace.

Susan Heneghan, ex P O’C & Son
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Carmel on the passing of your Mam. May she Rest in Peace.

Jimmy & Bridie Loftus and family, Lisbrogan
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to the Hurst family on passing of Maura. May she rest in peace

Patricia Tommy Hurst & Family Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Hurst & Brett Families on the sad passing of Maura. May her gentle soul rest in peace

Mary Mulligan Swinford
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie and family on the sad passing of Maura May she rest in peace

John and Marian Conlon
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy on the passing of Maura to Vinnie and all the family. May she rest in peace.

Denny and Theresa Convey
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to you Vinnie to Ciaran Àine Ita Carmel and Michael and all the extended Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura. May she rest in peace

Pat Sweeney (Postman)
3 weeks ago

My sincere sympathy on the passing of Maura. May She Rest In Peace

Seamus and Teresa OGrady, Ballyvary
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vincent and family on the sad death of Maura.
I will always remember her kindness to me
May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Tom and Kathleen Mullarkey (Deacy)
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie and family on the sad passing of Maura. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Padraic and peggy Ohara
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vinnie and all the family at this very sad time. Rest in peace Maura

Sean and Maureen Armstrong and family
3 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy to Vinnie and all of the Hurst family and extended family on the passing of Maura. May she rest in peace.

Mary Tunney
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie and Family on the passing of Maura, she was a lovely lady, nay she rest in peace

Thomas & Kathleen Mc Nulty
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinny and all the Hurst family on the passing of Maura May she rest in peace.

Bernie and Mary O’Hara
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie, Áine, Carmel, Ita, and all your family on the death of Maura. She was always a pleasure to meet.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam.

Thomas and Kathleen Jennings Cloonaghboy
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to Vinnie and all the family and extended family on the sad passing of Maura may she rest in peace

Martin Mannion Lislackagh
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Maura husband Vinnie, son Ciaran,daughters Aine Carmel & Ita family members & friends ,may her kind & gentle soul rest in peace.

Fr john judge killasser
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to the hurst family on the death of maura may her gentle soul rest in peace and may god comfort you who mourn her passing.

Eugene Kenny,Kilbride.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie,Ciaran,Áine,Carmel and Ita on the death of Maura.Maura was a hardworking,dedicated teacher who always did her best for the students in her care.Solas na bhFlaitheas go raibh aici agus Leaba I measc na Naomh .

Roger Judge Claremorris ( Foxford)
3 weeks ago

My sincerest sympathy to Vinnie and family on Maura’s passing.
May she Rest in Peace.

Eugene and Geraldine Hussey
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie and the Hurst and Brett families on the sad passing of Maura. May she rest in eternal peace.

John Gavin and Family Midfield
3 weeks ago

Condolences to the Hurst family on the death of Maura. May she Rest in Peace

Margaret & Martin Devaney
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura, a lovely lady and wonderful Teacher, may her gentle soul rest in peace 🙏

Maria Kearns. Killasser /Ballaghaderreen.
3 weeks ago

My sincere sympathy to Vincent and all the Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura. She was a fantastic lady, always kind and considerate in her teaching career. She will be missed by all who knew her. Rest in eternal peace Maura.

Deirdre Ruddy
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear about the death of Maura. To Vinny, Ciaran, Áine. Carmel, and Ita, my sympathies on you loss. May she rest in peace.

Christopher grufferty
3 weeks ago

May maura rest in peace one lovely lady

Deirdre Durkan swinford
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all Hurst families on sad passing of maura,she was a lovely lady great teacher and smile for everyone,may maura rest in peace

Joe and Maureen Williams
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the family on Maura’s death .
A lovely lady
May she rest in peace

James Howley, Carramore, Killasser.
3 weeks ago

Sorry to hear of the passing of Maura – she was a great lady and a kind and inspirational teacher. My sincere sympathy to all the Hurst and Brett family on their sad loss. May she Rest in Peace.

FRANCIS BRENNAN.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vincent and all the Hurst Family on the passing of Maura.Always a pleasure to meet her,she had a good and kind word for everybody.You are in my thoughts and prayers.May she Res t in Peace.Francis Brennan.

Kathleen Golden
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Vinnie, Michael,Ita and all the Hurst family
May she rest in peace

Maureen Leheny
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Vinnie..and all the Hurst Family on the Passing of Maura. May her soul rest in peace 🙏

Mary Haxell nee Howley
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy 🙏 on the passing of Maura May her gentle soul RIP 🙏

Annie & Mary Kneafsey
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Hurst Family on the passing of Maura. So many precious memories. May she rest in peace.

Tom & Eileen Kennedy
3 weeks ago

Our deepest condolences to Vinnie and the Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura. May her kind and gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Thomas&Anne Holleran Dromada Duke
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to husband Vinnie,children & grandchildren.
May Maura rest in God’s love.

Phil Rowley
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Vinnie and all the family on the passing of Maura
May she rest in peace

Sarah Howley
3 weeks ago

Wishing the Hurst family my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy on Maura’s sad passing. She was a lovely person and a great teacher. Rest in Peace Maura.

Ann Dunleavy kilkelly
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to Vinny Ciaran and family and extended Hurst families on the sad passing of Maura a Lady may she rest in peace

Triona O Donohue and family, Cloonaghboy
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie, Ciaran and all the Hurst and Brett families. May Maura rest in peace.

Francis Groarke Killasser
3 weeks ago

Condolences to Vincent and all the family at this very sad time . Rest in peace Maura

Sean Mitchell and family
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie and family on the passing of Maura.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Murtagh family Brackloon Swinford
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the Hurst family on the sad passing of your beloved Maura may her kind and gentle soul rest in peace 🙏 our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time. 🙏

Brendan hegarty
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Hurst family on the passing of maura may she rest in peace.

Owen and may Rowley killasser
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to vinnie and all the Hurst family on the passing of Maura. May she rest in peace

JIM HIGGINS.
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolence to Vinny, Ciaran, Aine, Carmel, Ita and the extended Hurst and Brett families on their sad bereavement.
May Maura rest in eternal peace.

Patrick regan is culduff callow foxford
3 weeks ago

I would like to extend my deepest condolences to all of the Hurst. And Brett families on the sad passing of.maura , may she rest in peace.

Tom and Diane O’Grady, Killasser
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Hurst family on the death of Maura, May she Rest In Peace .

Patricia & Jerry Burns, Madogue
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinny and family on Maura’s passing. A lovely lady and neighbour. May she Rest In Peace.

Mary Jo Convey &Family Swinford
3 weeks ago

Our Condolences to Vinnie and Family on Mauras Passing a lovely Lady may she Rest in Peace 🙏

Joe and Margaret Kennedy
3 weeks ago

Our deepest condolences to Vinny and all the family members.Maura was a great friend and colleague and will be sadly missed . May her gentle soul rest in peace .

Patsy and Martina Maxwell nee Grifferty
3 weeks ago

Our Deepest sympathy to the Hurst family on the sad passing of Maura, may her kind and gentle soul rest in eternal peace, thinking of yea all at this sad time.

Amy Muldowney
3 weeks ago

Sincerest condolences to the Hurst family on the loss of your dear wife, mother & granny. May Maura Rest In Peace x

Beatrice and Louis o Grady
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the hurst family on the passing of Maura she was a real lady rest in peace maura

Mary Hanley.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Vinnie and family at this sad time. Rest in Peace Maura.

Jacqueline Groarke
3 weeks ago

Condolences to the Hurst family may 🙏 God give 🙏 maura the light 🙏 of Heaven 🙏

Brendan / Rhona Barry
3 weeks ago

SINCERE SYMPATHY TO vinnie Aine Carmel Kieran 1ta and the extended family
MAURA WAS A GREAT FRIEND AND NEIGHBOUR OVER THE YEARS MAY SHE REST IN PEACE IN heaven.

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