Ann Louise Gilligan

I lost an extremely kind , loving, interesting man , my husband of 48 years., last September ! My grief was immeasureable as yours will be .However grief begins to accommadate life after 3 months and then again after 6 months .I began to notice a pattern of changes in my grief every 3 months .Katherine, grief dispossess you , it is all consuming , it is exhausting , you are hollowed out and there is no fixing it , which is the cruellest cut of all..But .... believe it or not ,you will accomodate it , it will never go or dilute but you will build your life around it....your wonderful world is changed for ever and ever and you must find a way through that morass...you are in my thoughts and you will be hugely diminished but not broken, though your heart will !.I am wishing you every best wish and catharsis is a wonderful help , find it and embrace it. I have no religion but books and poetry helped my journey into my new life..And of course people , though only some !! Xxxx❤❤❤❤

Katherine, my thoughts and prayers are with You, at this very sad time.... Your green eyed emerald star, is now the brighest Star in the Divine Galaxy. May She always bring You Peace and Comfort!! May all of you're Happy Moments together, be Happy Memories! Blessing in abundance to You, an may your wife rest in peace! Noreen xx

SHE DID A LOT OF GOOD

Katherine, your great joy in each other shone through for all to see. I am so sorry for your great loss, and I hope the many beautiful memories you shared with Ann Louise will bring you comfort in the days to come.

Such an amazing woman.
So sad to hear of her passing.
I was a former student of St Pats and Ann Louise was my
Favourite lecturer. So inspiring.
Condolences to Katherine

Katherine my deepest sympathy on your loss , she was a beautiful person by all accounts ,and showed her love for you so deeply , I watched Room to Improve! And so enjoyed both of you so much.
May her gentle soul rest now.

How sad for you Katherine -always admired your courage and particularly the courage of Ann Louise at a time when very few had the courage to be truly themselves and to be so open when it wasn't easy - am sure you have inspired many - better to have loved and lost than to have denied your true selves - May that real and true love carry you through the difficult days ahead

So saddened to hear of Ann Louise's untimely passing .... YOU were such an inspiration to so so many!!
I am not quite sure what path my life might have taken if it were not for both you and Katherine and 'The Shanty'. You gave me the opportunity to unlock my potential, gave me opportunities to explore all avenues and most importantly, the encouragement to continue when times got tough. I know Ann Louise's spirit and generosity will continue for generations to come......she devoted her life to others' and I have been so very fortunate to have been taught by the best... Her truths and values are her everlasting legacy. Thank you Ann Louise for such a priceless gift....EVERLASTING & ENDLESS
Rest in Peace Beautiful........

I met Anne Louise Gilligan in Leinster House a number of years ago. She was a beautifull gentle woman who achieved so much. On a personal note Ann Louise and Katherine were so good to me after my Partner died in 2011. All the times I would meet Anne Louise, she allways had a kiss and a hug for me. Anne Louise was allwsys a pleasure to meet. RIP Anne Louise your work is now done. To Katherine my heart is breaking for you, the love bewteen the two of you was beautifull to see. I will allways be here if ever you need me as you were for me. My profound condolences my friend.

My sincere sympathy to you Katherine on your huge loss of Ann Louise. She was a truly inspirational lady. You both changed Ireland for the better. And now, Ireland is changing the world as a result of your courage and resilience. Thank you for that. I wish you every goodness Katherine and please continue your invaluable work.

Sincerest sympathies to all that loved you . And , like me admired you both during the yes campaign.
Your love and respect for each other shone through .
You were both an inspiration to many many people. Your family will take comfort from your happiness together. Rip

I did not know Ann Louise personally but I was in awe of her work and inspired by her motivation.Katherine, even though you are heartbroken the work you both did for others will always live on.

With deepest sympathy

Ann Marie

So many people had access to education as a direct result of Dr Anne Louise's work..mayshe reap her reward in bucket fulls

Remembered with love by one of her many students-Shanty ed. Project-96' St. Pats. 98' , Deepest sympathies to Katherine

Deepest Sympathy to all

Minister Zappone,

I met you one evening recently in the lift at the MISA unit of St. James's Hospital. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved wife and life partner. A terribly sad loss for you which I have no doubt you will cope with knowing that an this amazing woman has departed this life leaving a legacy to be proud of and one which you created and shared together with such dignity.

May she rest in peace.

A LOVELY LADY REST IN PEACE

So sorry to hear of your sad loss Minister Zappone. I didn't know any of you personally but was happy you got to share a legally recognised marriage ,in Ireland, with Ann Louise. It's difficult to believe that it's only since 1995 that divorce has been recognised. So good that Ireland has come so far since then, thanks to the courage of you both. May the memories of your lovIng relationship grant you comfort .

Katherine, From across the ocean, we send our love and condolences. To say the least, we are stunned by this news of Ann Louise's passing. You both together and individually have inspired, modeled, and taught us all the beauty, love, and hope for our humanity. May the Holy Spirit give you strength in these difficult days. Know that we along with many of your friends here in the Emerald City hold you in our love and prayers.

my deepest sympathy to katherin and family on your very sad loss.

Ann Louise was beacon of enlightened she empowered so many many in her lifetime. I know as she shone her light into my darkened world I awoke to discover so much knowledge. For me it was her loving words of encouragement and I will forever recall how she'd say Good woman for me I loved and admired a great woman I hope all our lve will help Katherine and all family and dear friends withstand such a loss. Our precious memories we cherish now and always luv hugs

So sorry on your loss, May Ann Louise Rest In Peace.

Although I only met Ann Louise once in 2009, she was a hero and inspiration to me over many years. Her strength, intellect, sense of justice and sense of fun were a gift to Irish society, and particularly to young LGBTQ people like myself. Deepest sympathies to Katherine, and all her family and friends. I hope you find some peace in the knowledge that the world is vastly richer for having had Ann Louise in it. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam.

My thoughts prayers are with you Katherine. May Louise Rest in peace.

Katherine, my sincerest sympathies on your loss. Ann Louise played such a pivotal role in so many lives, she will be missed.

May Ann Louise, who stood up for all and touched every life she met, be at peace now. She brought the value of equality to every situation and sought to leave the footstep of the next educational horizon in every heart. She was a giving, generous soul. My sincere condolences to her wife Katherine and her extended family.

I didn't know Ann Louise or Katherine but always admired ye both. May Ann Louise Rest in Peace . Thinking of you , Katherine at this sad time xx

A truly remarkable couple.

May she guide Katherine through this difficult time.

Deepest sympathy to Katherine and the many family and friends of this wonderful lady. A wonderful life truly well lived, never more than a heartbeat away xx

A beautiful woman. Thank you for all you did. Rest peacefully Ann Louise. Thinking of your wife Katherine at this very sad time.

Love always to my great friend

You always looked like such a happy, beautiful, loving and truly devoted couple. Deepest sympathies to you Minister Zappone and to your relatives and friends. I hope you find some comfort and peace in the difficult days ahead.

I am the teacher I am today because of this lady I remember her so fondly from my time in St Pats. A true educator and so dedicated. My deepest sympathies to all who loved her dearly.

An angel has moved on but has left the earth a better place for having being in it. RIP

A beautiful woman in every way. Deepest sympathy.

R.i.p and thank you for all you've done, take your rest you truly deserve it. May god give your loved ones strength to cope in this time of great sadness. X

Ann Louise was a dear friend and aN inspirational leader. My sincere sympathy to Katherine & family. RIP.

Sorry to hear of her Passing
A great person may she now RIP

An angel gone straight to heaven x

May She Rest in Peace - didn't know her but always was very interested in her and her wife Catherine. Thinking of her at this sad time

My deepest sympathies to Ann Louise's wife and family. Even as students together she was inspirational, her life enriched all she met. May she rest in eternal peace.