Mary Jo Duffy: Author & Comics Legend

by Ahmed Ibrahim

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Ballyhaunis Community Mourns Loss of Mary Jo, Donations Requested for Alzheimer’s Society

A beloved member of the Ballyhaunis, County Mayo community, Mary Jo, has passed away peacefully in Mayo University Hospital. Her loss is deeply felt by her family, friends, and neighbors, and arrangements have been made for viewing and a funeral service this week.

Mary Jo is survived by her husband, Patrick, sons Michael and Seán, daughter Bernadette, and granddaughter Eílis, as well as a sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, and a wide circle of extended family and friends.

Did you know? – Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that gradually destroys memory and thinking skills. It is the most common cause of dementia.

Reposing and Funeral Details

Family and friends will have the opportunity to pay thier respects at mary Jo’s home in Mountain, Forthill, Ballyhaunis (F35 YR62) on tuesday evening between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Organizers have implemented a one-way traffic system for the repose, with entry from Forthill and exit through Crossard.

The funeral procession will arrive at St. Patrick’s Church, Ballyhaunis, on Wednesday morning for Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM. Following the Mass, Mary Jo will be laid to rest at Culmore Cemetery, Kilkelly.

Pro tip: – When attending a funeral, it’s customary to offer condolences to the immediate family. A simple “I’m so sorry for your loss” is ofen appreciated.

Viewing Options and Charitable Contributions

For those unable to attend in person, Mary jo’s Funeral Mass will be live-streamed via the Ballyhaunis Parish Webcam: https://ballyhaunisparish.ie/webcam/. The service can also be heard on local radio station 105.2FM.

The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Society in mary Jo’s memory. Donations can be sent c/o Gavin’s undertakers, located at Knox Street, Ballyhaunis, County Mayo, phone 094 9630074 or 087 6844846, Email: [email protected], Website: www.gavinsfuneralhome.com.

Why did Mary jo pass away? Mary Jo passed away peacefully in Mayo University Hospital after a life dedicated to her family and community. While the specific cause of death wasn’t detailed, the family requested donations to the Alzheimer’s Society in her memory, suggesting a possible connection to the disease.

Who was Mary Jo? Mary jo was a beloved member of the Ballyhaunis community, survived by her husband Patrick, sons Michael and Seán, daughter Bernadette, granddaughter Eílis, and a large extended family. She was known and loved by many in County Mayo.

What arrangements have been made? A viewing will be held at her home on Tuesday evening,followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Patrick’s Church on Wednesday morning. She will then be laid to rest at Culmore Cemetery, Kilkelly.The funeral Mass will also be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.

how did her life end? Mary Jo’s life ended peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Her passing has left a significant void in the Ballyhaunis community, and her memory will be honored through the funeral arrangements and charitable donations to the Alzheimer’s Society.

Reader question: – What are your fondest memories of Mary Jo? Share your thoughts and condolences with the family

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