Paula O'REGAN

I worked with Paula in the Carnegie Library in Dun Laoghaire and later in Stillorgan Library, It was very enriching and a pleasure to work with Paula, I will remember her with great warmth. Rest in Peace Paula in your heavenly meadows. Sincere sympathies to Paula's family.

Sorry about being so late, I was away when Paula passed away. I knew her from our walking club and I saw her as a person of both extreme gentleness and also extreme strength. So many beautiful tributes give the full picture of the inspiring human being she was. I had suggested to her to take us on a botanic walk, but her illness cut short to the plan. In an other life may be?

Paula loved books and she loved people. These two loves drew many into her life – those she chatted with at work at the Library counter, those she visited in her free time bringing books she judged they would appreciate. At the end of 2006 she decided to found a book club, approached us (all people from different areas of her life and with different opinions). We were school friends, family, work colleagues, walking club members. Our diversity has led to some interesting reads and passionate discussions over the years since January, 2007! Paula was able to join us for just an hour at our last meeting on 11 June: it meant a lot to her and to us. We know she will be with us in spirit on 24 July.
Eithne, Isolde, Mairead, Rose Mary, Susan, Yvonne

Paula I will always remember you as one of life’s special people, it is so hard to believe you are no longer with us. Paula was my friend for over 40 years, we had so many adventures together. My fondest memories are the days we spent at your cottage near Loughcrew, searching the local woods & bogs for different herbs and wild flowers, the ones you so wanted to find but that kept evading your searches. Paula you broadened my horizons and you brought so much happiness into my life. I am so lucky to have had the privilege of your friendship for so many years. I will miss you greatly.

So sorry to hear of Paula’s passing.
We were nelghbours in Eden Park many decades ago , and the terms kind and gentle were as true then as latterly.

I had the pleasure of working closely with Paula in 2002 on her beautiful exhibition Wildflowers of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. Her knowlege and love of her subject was so clear to see and she took such care taking her wonderful photos of the flowers. The exhibition travelled to every library in the County - and beyond in the following years. Only this morning I was on a Forager's Walk in Merrion Square and, as always when amongst wildflowers, I thought of Paula. She was ahead of her time and thankfully the use of pesticides and weedkiller is waning in public parks and there is a wider awareness of the benefits of wildflowers.
I loved working with Paula in dlr Libraries for several years - she had a kind and gentle nature, she was immensely talented as an artist and she enjoyed sharing in the wonders of creativity with young and old alike. It was a privilege to know her.
With deepest sympathy to her brothers, extended family and many dear friends.

I was sorry to hear of Paula's passing and pray that she is now enjoying a new life in paradise.

Deep sadness at news of Paula's death. We had last been in touch a few weeks before she died. But going back in time to my one year at Mount Anville before attending Roscrea as a boarder, the lapse of years seems short before we met each other again and continued a deep spiritual friendship up to the present time.
She stayed with Edward and myself and our family a few times here in Rhode Island and Paula and I went to Florida together and on another ocasion to Los Angeles to stay with our friend Elise.
Such wonderful memories! Paula's beautiful kind gentle and sensitive spirit defined her. She was always generous and full of compassion for others.
Her closeness to nature amazed me and I loved hearing all the knowledge that poured out of her - she had a good remedy for everything along with a strong desire to help others in need of her care.
I will miss all our great conversations. I will miss Paula. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Love and sympathy to dear Paula’s family and friends. A lovely soul at peace now.

I have fond memories of Paula, both working with her in Libraries and when I used to be brought to Dun Laoghaire Library as a child. She was always interesting to talk to, very artistic and so kind and thoughtful. My sympathies to her family and close friends. May she rest in peace.

Joy Riordan joins me in offering sincere sympathy to the O'Regan family on the death of Paula. May she rest in peace. I got to know Paula through a mutual friend and she very kindly adopted my nephew's dog Millie when he and his wife were emigrating.

Please accept my condolences,I did not even know that Paula was still ill ..Only that she was ill i
lost touch with Paula in 2020 .Paula was a Special person ,we shared a love of Herbalism and Art and had many interesting conversations and drawing adventures....only this evening wondered how Paula was and where..I am SO sorry to discover her gone and to have even missed a good friends funeral.You will be sadly missed Paula.

Please accept my sincere sympathies on the loss of your sister and friend. I worked with Paula in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Libraries and remember her as person of great integrity, gentleness and courtesy. She gave generously of her talents as herbalist and artist and was before her time in her care for the environment. May she rest in peace.

With sincere sympathy on the death of Paula - such a lovely lady, may her gentle soul rest in peace.

Dear Paula you were an inspiration and a good friend and you are sadly missed

Dear John, my sincerest condolences to you.

I am remembering all the time and effort you put into making Paula's garden work, and how happy she was it with all.

Paula trod lightly on this earth, but she has left a huge imprint. You certainly helped her along the way.

My sincere condolences to you again John. Maebh x

So sorry to hear of Paula's death. May she rest in peace.
I am remembering many hikes made even more enjoyable if Paula was in the group...
Niamh Nolan.

My deepest sympathies to Charles, John and the O'Regan family on the passing of your sister , Paula.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time. May she rest in peace.
Lucy Quill, Cork

My condolences to Paula’s family and friends. She was a gentle and kind soul and always so generous with her knowledge, sharing with us all any time we were lucky enough to have attended clinic days together at the School of Herbal Medicine. Wishing you all peace and comfort during your time of grief.

So sad to hear of Paula's death.
We were at school together and she was such a kind and gentle soul. My condolences to her family and all who will miss her.
Sleep peacefully Paula.

I worked with Paula for many years in Dun Laoghaire Libraries. She was a gentle, kind ,person with a great love and knowledge of nature..particularly herbs. My sympathies to her family and close friends. May she rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to John, Charles and the O’Regan family on Paula’s passing. We are thinking of you.

Sincere sympathies to Paula’s family & friends. May she Rest In Peace

I was deeply saddened to hear of Paula’s passing. I have such fond memories of our many years working together in the libraries. She was a lovely gentle person who will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathies to her family and friends.

Sincere sympathy to Paula's family & friends on her sad passing. First knew Paula many years ago when we worked in the Carnegie Library in Dun Laoghaire. Always a delightful, knowledgeable & kind colleague. I was fortunate to bump into her in Cornelscourt in 2020 between lockdowns & despite wearing masks we recognised each other. We chatted about the pandemic & libraries & how nature was a life safer in uncertain times. Rest in peace Paula in your heavenly garden.

Dear Paula,

You were such a kind and gentle person and I am grateful to have met you. Your courage was admirable.
Thank you for all the good memories and May her soul Rest In Peace!

Deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to Charles, John and all the O'Regan family. We are thinking of you at this very sad time.

I was so sad to hear that Paula had passed away. I worked with her in Dlr Libraries. She was always so gentle and carried herself with such dignity. May she rest in peace surrounded by the flowers she loved.

Sincere condolences to Paula's Family and Friends, on her passing.

So sad to hear of Paula's passing a lovely lady worked with her in the libraries may she rest in peace

In remembrance of happy childhood days in Eden Park Drive, sincere condolences to the O'Regan family and to Paula's many friends on your great loss. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

We have very fond memories of Paula who studied herbal medicine with us for four years and graduated in 2015. She was already a published author in the field when she joined the programme. Paula was always the most gentle and sincere person and a wonderful addition to the student body. We offer our sympathies to her family and friends.

So sorry to hear of Paula’s death. A gentle lady who was loved by all who knew her for her humanity and kindness.

Very sad to hear of Paula's passing.She was a gentle, kind person.We had lots of laughs with her good company in the libraries.Patricia Corish

Dear Paula sometimes words cannot fully describe a person but a few spring to mind kindness loyalty compassion strength lovely sense of humour talented artist published author the list is endless .Dear Paula I hope you will have the time now to read all the many tributes paid to you..May God Bless you on your onward journey With Love Elva

Sincere condolences to John, Charles, Susan and Tadhg on the loss of Paula,
my lovely cousin and very good friend. I will cherish the fond memories I have of
our travels to Tipperary to visit our cousins. Paula was a special lady.
Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam milis.

Sincere condolences to Paula's dear family and especially Tadhg.
Paula, as you walked the earth thoughtfully, you have left a lasting impression on all in a gentle but persuasive manner. You imbued and shared qualities so necessary for this earth. Your legacy will remain with all who enjoyed many colourful exploits with you over your great life. Your time has now come to return to the earth.
Much love and respect.
Catherine

Deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to Charlie, Susan, Tadhg and all the O'Regan family.

My condolences to Paula's family and friends. I enjoyed working with Paula. She was such a kind and helpful person. Her love of nature and knowledge of wildflowers made interesting conversation. May she rest in peace.

Sincere condolence to the O'Regan family & her many friends. I was very saddened to hear of Paula's passing. We did many reccies together preparing for club hikes & was enriched by her vast knowledge of the outdoors. She was truly unique & very supportive to friends,family and all who knew her. We will cherish the fond memories you gave us. May you rest in peace Paula.

Deepest sympathy to Paula’s family on her passing. I met Paula many years ago on a herb walk. We both studied herbal medicine in the Irish School of Herbal Medicine. I will forever cherish her wonderful book and our great chats about plants and natural healing. I will always remember Paula as a gentle, kind and inspiring lady. May she rest in eternal peace.

My sincere sympathies to the O Regan family. I am so sorry to hear that Paula has passed away. She was my colleague in libraries for many years. May she rest in peace

Our deepest sympathy to all .

Sincere condolences to all Paula's family and friends. A very nice lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

We are so saddened to learn of the death of Paula. Deepest sympathy John, Charles, Susan & Tadhg and also her great friends Mairead , Helen & Rosemary. Paula was a very caring & gentle lady who loved her cottage & wildflowers May Paula rest in peace 🙏

Sincere condolences to Charlie, Susan, Tadhg, the O'Regan family and friends, on the sad loss of Paula. May her gentle Soul, rest in peace.

Our sincere and deepest sympathy to the O Regan family and Paula's wonderful friends on the passing of Paula, a kind and gentle lady. Paula spent a short time on our committee before Covid closed all activities. She retained her interest in our work in Mount Merrion Active Retirement Association and was disappointed not to attend a talk some weeks ago. May Paula be at peace now. Her gentle soul will be greatly missed on earth.

Sincere sympathy to o Reagan family on sad passing of Paula. May Paula rest in peace we have lovely memories of her visits to Willmount will be thinkingof you all from Maria Barry Willmount Hs Ballingarry co Tipperary

Our sincere condolences to the O'Regan family on the death of Paula. Her gentle presence left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

Sincerest sympathies to all of Paula' s family and those close to her. She was a truly unique, gentle person. She will be greatly missed

Sincere sympathy to the O'Regan family on the sad passing of Paula. Paula was such a gentle,kind person who loved wildflowers. Her book Healing Herbs was a favourite with many people . Rest in peace Paula.

I met Paula on walks with HF Walking Club and was very sad to hear of her passing. She was a person of quiet strength and moral courage.

Dear Charlie, Susan, Tadgh and all the family, My sincere sympathies on the loss of your much loved Paula. May she rest in peace. Eleanor

Deepest sympathy to John and Charles. Paula was such a lovely person and a pleasure to meet on her walks. She will be missed on Eden Park Drive

Our sincere condolences to the extended O'Regan Family on Paula's passing
She was a gentle person and we remember her from a holiday in France
Brendan and Mary

Condolences to all of Paula's friends and family. I worked with Paula many years ago in dlr Libraries, a kind and gentle lady, full of knowledge. May she Rest in Peace, surrounded by wildflowers.

Dear Charlie, Susan and Tadgh, sincere sympathies on the passing of Paula. What a special person she was and she will be sadly missed by all.
May she rest in peace.

Paula, you are now a kind, gentle and special angel in heaven. My sympathy to all the family.

Sincere condolences to Charlie, Susan, Tadhg, the O'Regan family and friends on the loss of Paula. May she rest in peace.

We were on some lovely hikes with Paula made more interesting by Paula sharing her knowledge and love of plants. We had a memorable holiday in France with her too we will miss her gentle presence Maura & fergus