Robeen (Cuillaun), Hollymount, Co. Mayo – passed peacefully after a short illness in the exceptional care of the staff at Mayo University Hospital Castlebar surrounded by his loving family on 26th August 2025.
Predeceased by his parents John and May (nee Reilly)
Michael will be sadly missed by his heartbroken family, beloved wife Mary (nee Farragher), his five daughters Catherine (Ballindine), Brigid (Kenmare), Mary (Castlebar), Anne (Ballyvary) and Edel (Tramore), sons in laws P.J. Fahy (Ballindine), David O’Sullivan (Kenmare) and Ivor Hamrock (Castlebar), cherished gandchildren Michael, James and Laura, brothers -in- law Patrick, John and Jimmy, sisters -in- law Sr Anne and Peggy.
His cousins, members of the Langan family (Claren) and Byrne family (Woodpark).
Very dear friends and kind neighbours and the wider community.
Nurses and carers at Hollymount Nursing home.
May His Kind and Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Fr. Paddy’s House, Robeen (F12 EH57) on Friday evening, 29th August from 6pm with removal at 7:30pm to Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Robeen (F12EH57).
Requiem Mass on Saturday, 30th August at 12 noon with the funeral proceeding to Robeen Cemetery.
Family flowers only please.
Donations if desired to Mayo Palliative Care.
https://www.hospice.ie/donations/in-loving-memory/
Funeral Mass for Michael can be viewed on Roundfort Robeen Carras Facebook page.
The Byrne family would like to thank you for your co-operation and consideration at this difficult time. You are invited to leave your message of sympathy for the family on the condolence link below.
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Enquiries to O’Malley Funeral Directors: 0872895948