In the early hours of Friday, March 7, 2025 Gerald (Gerry) completed his life’s journey peacefully at home, surrounded by his beloved family, having recently celebrated his 90th birthday in some style. Dearly beloved husband of the late Mary (née O’Shea), predeceased also by his parents, Rita and Michael, his sisters Jennifer and Marie, and his brother Robby, his son-in-law Dáithí O’Connor, and nephew David Cunningham.
Dearly loved by his children, Hilary, Gary, Mary, Martha, Claire, Laura and Raymond. Darling Gerry to his beloved grandchildren, his much loved sisters and brother Pat, Adrienne and Margot and Michael, beloved sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces and nephews and his many friends and neighbours.
“A life well and truly lived.”
Funeral Arrangements
Sunday, March 9, 2025. Reposing at the O’Flaherty Funeral Parlour, Munster Avenue (H91V1K8) from 5 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.
Monday, March 10, 2025. Leaving on his final journey from his home on Threadneedle Road to arrive at the Church of Christ the King, Salthill in advance of Requiem Mass therein at 11 a.m. Following Mass, he will be laid to rest with Mary in Rahoon cemetery.
Livestream link for Mass:Here
The family would like to keep the house private but welcome all to join them on Sunday and Monday to celebrate and remember Gerry.
Book of Condolence: Messages of sympathy may be left in the Condolence section below. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
Donations: Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in memory of Gerald to the Galway Hospice Here
