Mary O'Connell

Sad to hear of Mary’s passing. She was a lovely person. She was humorous, kind and interesting. In fact, I had to check the spelling of the word “humorous” to make sure it wasn’t the American spelling. I think Mary would have got a kick out of that if I got to tell her! Such was her sense of humour/humor. May she rest peacefully. Kind soul.

Sincere sympathy to Mary's family & friends on her sad passing. May she rest in peace.

I am so sorry to hear of Mary's passing,she was a lovely lady,great actress and singer.Had a great catch up a few years ago in Midleton,she never forgot when she came from.R.I.P. Mary.

I am greatly saddened to hear of Mary's passing. Mary was a proudly independent spirit, a fan of art and poetry. She could elaborate the word joy to two syllables like it was a rallying cry - a cultural act of resistance.
Thank you Mary for the hours shared: for the mischief, the humour, the common sense and the kindness.
A chapter of a dream has ended' - I know you would like someone to say this, so I do. Fly joyously on! That old and broken frame was cramping your style and holding you down - you told me so yourself just a few days ago now.
If the love and fond memories we leave behind are what really count at the end of the day, then you should be enormously proud.

My sincere and deep sympathy to the family and friends of dear Mary; may she rest in peace. We worked together many times in Everyman and Cork Arts Theatre. She was a loyal cast member, who brought understanding and wit to every role. Go raibh leaba i measc na naomh aici.

Beloved neighbour,generous friend,talented teacher,poet & performer.Thank you for sharing your many gifts with us.You were an inspirational woman of words& wisdom who will live forever in our hearts .
Fondest Love & cherished memories.RIP.

My sincere condolences to you Caz and your family on the loss of your much beloved Aunt. I know how much she meant to you xx

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis

Deepest sympathy to Mary’s family on sad news of her death. We knew Mary through our meetings after Mass in Blackpool church. She was such a quiet and gentle person.
May her soul rest in peace

Sincere condolences to Mary’s family and close friends. Mary was unique, she had a depth of wit and
wisdom and she was a born thespian.
May she rest in eternal peace.

Dear Mary
Thank you for your wit , style & charm
Your charisma & presence will be sorely missed
Mags Creedon O’Shea 🕊️🎼🕊️

So sad to hear of your passing, Miss O' Connell. You were a brilliant teacher, way ahead of your time, great fun, and regaled us with the most fascinating stories when we could coax them out of you. May you rest in peace.

Very fond memories of "Crosser" Mary. You were a wonderful teacher. Very saddened by the news. Rest in peace

Mary may you rest peacefully dear cousin. You were a good friend to me when I needed support. I will never forget your kindness.

My deep sympathy to all of Mary's family and close friends. Mary was a gifted and creative human being who had a rich Spirituality and an openness to people and ideas across a wide spectrum. I am fortunate to have known her. May she rest in the Eternal Now.

Knew Mary well, a familar figure on the Wellington Road, in Tigh Fili and the old poetry haunts. More to her than met the eye...'what remains of us is love'..

With great sadness, we learn of the death of Mary. A truly unique and intelligent lady. May she rest in peace.

We are so sorry to hear of Marys passing.
She was a loving ,kind and gentle lady.Thinking of you all at this time.May her gentle sole Rest in Peace .

Very sorry to hear of Mary's death.

She was my French teacher in Crosshaven School for 3 years form 1991-94 - Transition Year & Senior Cycle.

May she Rest in Peace.

My heartfelt sympathies to the O’ Connell family on the sad passing of your beloved Mary.
Solas na bhFlaitheas ar a h-anam uasal

Rest in peace dear cousin
Mary

In the early 80's l was part time staff at Colaiste Muire Crosshaven
where l met Mary..a fascinating teacher..later in other schools l saw how revered she was and well known as past pupil teacher poet
writer..all the lovely accolades are
so deserved.Solas na bhFlathas
agus Suaimhneas siorai di.May all
who mourn Mary be comforted.

Our sincere sympathy the O'Connell family on the death of Mary, RIP.

My Condolences to Miss O Connell family ,lovely teacher .May she rest in peace .

Sincere sympathies to Mary's family and friends. I will treasure the happy memories of fun times together. Mary was an extraordinary person.

Our sincere sympathy the O Connell family on the death of Mary, a lovely lady, may she rest in Peace amen.

Mary was an absolute gem, one of the sweetest, kindest and funniest persons I have had the pleasure to meet. I always looked forward to catching up with her at O Bheal on a Monday night. She will be missed greatly. RIP Mary

Mary was a remarkable, intelligent, talented, lively, independent and extremely kind person. The literary community in Cork will miss her so much. I will miss her very much too. I was always delighted to spend time with Mary. I was extremely fond of her. She was a one-off, and I mean that in the very best possible way. She participated, with panache and verve and humour and skill, in many Fiction at the Friary events and we were all thrilled that she was there. She was always her own inimitable self with her own unique work, her sense of humour, her joie de vivre, her camaraderie, her goodness. I would like to extend my sincere sympathy to her family and to all who knew her. She was greatly admired and will be greatly missed. R.I.P. dear Mary.

Very saddened to learn that Mary has left us. She had, somehow, an air of permanence — an unchanging soul at the heart of the city, always positive, always at the heart of whatever was going on, especially in the world of poetry, always engaged and friendly. She will be sadly missed.

Miss O’Connell had a way of floating around the classroom! Interesting and always a little eccentric. What was not to love! Rest in peace . Sincere condolences to her family and close friends. She won’t be forgotten , a wonderful teacher!

I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. It was an honour to listen to her read from her work and to meet her at literary events. She will be greatly missed from the literary community. I wish her loved ones peace.

Sincere sympathy to Mary’s family at this sad time. Always enjoyed our chats with Mary when she visited Harbour Heights, Kinsale.

Sincere sympathy to Mary’s family on the death of our dear friend. Mary's poetry, humour and wisdom will be sadly missed. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Our sincerest sympathies to Mary's family and friends on her passing. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Deepest Sympathy To All The Family. Mary was a Lovely Lady.R.I.P

I will arise and go now, for always night and day
I hear lake water lapping with low sounds by the shore;
While I stand on the roadway or on the pavements grey,
I hear it in the deep heart’s core.
RIP Mary.

ar dheis de go raibh a anam dilis

To Caz, Eddie, extended family and friends,

Our deepest condolences on the sad passing of Mary, may she rest in peace.

Mary will be remembered with fondness.

From Management, Staff and Residents.

May God Have Mercy On Your Soul Mary.It Is With Sincere Regret That I Heard Off Your Death Yesterday.

I first met Mary circa 1981, in the same context I always knew her from: a gathering of poets. Over those four decades, Mary was constantly a kind, generous-hearted, good-humoured presence, much appreciated by the Cork literary community.

My deepest condolences to you and yours 🙏. Mary is deeply missed in the poetry community of Cork ❤️. We loved her wittiness and kindness, she was a revered performer, and her poems moved us to laughter and tears. May she rest in peace 🙏😇

Myself & Declan were very sad to hear of the passing of Mary. Our Deepest sympathies to the family. We have Many fond memories of Mary in passage. Rip Mary.
Declan & Anne Hassett.

Sincerest Condolences to Eddie, Liza and Caz, on the passing of your Aunty Mary, she taught me in School, lovely lady indeed, may she rest in peace.

So sad to hear of your passing Mary. You will be missed by many for your poetry, wit, presence and beautiful nature. RIP

Sincere sympathy to all of Mary’s family and friends. Mary was a wonderful classmate, colleague and loyal past pupil of Coláiste Muire Réalt na Mara. Mary brightened up every conversation, even if only when shopping in Tesco. A talented actress, poet and entertainer. Solas na bhFlaitheas go bhfeice sí agus glóire na naingeal go gcloise sí.

Sincerest condolences, Eddie, Lisa, Ruby, Layla and Pia, on the passing of Aunty Mary. May she rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Mary's family and friends on the death of our lovely neighbour
May Mary's gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

So.sad to hear of Marys passing , a truly great character . Always had a poem or some prose on the go and an excellent conversationalist . Ill miss our chats . Rest in peace Mary.

Deeply saddened to hear of your death Mary may your gentle soul rest with the angels. Reunited with your mam, dad, brothers Jim and Donal and Rodney. R. I. P.

Sincere condolences to all of Mary’s family. She was a powerhouse , creative , genuine and kind. She made a huge impact on me over the last few years. I will miss her and her chats. May she rest in peace.