Kate Crampton

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Kate Crampton, Hillview, Stratford-on-Slaney, and formally of Johnstown, Hollywood, Co. Wicklow.

Kate passed away peacefully after a short but devastating illness in Naas General Hospital on Saturday, 13th December 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was cared for with great compassion and dedication by the wonderful staff of Naas General Hospital.

Kate will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by her beloved mother Ann, her sister Jane, her brother James, and her much loved daughter Ava. She is also sadly mourned by her nieces Alaoise and Maria, her nephew Brian, and by Jane’s partner Robbie Magee. Kate now reunited with her beloved father Frank, who predeceased her.

Kate will be fondly remembered by her extended family, relatives, neighbours, and her wide circle of treasured friends.

Heartfelt thanks are extended to Kate’s amazing group of friends who enabled her to remain at home and filled her days with comfort, laughter and love. We are deeply grateful for the kindness and support shown to Kate until the very end. Her warmth, generosity and gentle spirit will live on in the hearts of all that knew her.

Kate will repose at her sister, Jane’s home Baysland, Naas Co. Kildare W91EK2K, on Sunday the 14th December from 6pm until 9pm and Monday 15th December from 2pm – 9pm. House private on Tuesday the 16th for removal to St Kevin’s Church, Hollywood Co. Wicklow W91WY66 for Requiem Mass which will be celebrated at 11.00 am, followed by burial in the adjacent graveyard.

‘We could not stop the downpour, but we will always walk with you in the rain’.

Family flowers only, Kate has asked in lieu of flowers a donation be made to Down’s Syndrome Ireland. Boxes will be made available at Hollywood Church to receive donations.