Marie Manning
(née Blackburne)

Manning (nee Blackburne), Marie, Loughanure, Clane, Co. Kildare, August 21st 2023, peacefully, surrounded with love and in the exceptional care of the staff of St. Marks Unit, Hermitage Clinic, Lucan. Beloved daughter of Sarah and the late Joe Blackburne. Precious, adored wife and treasured best friend of Brian. One in a million Mum to Paul, Liam, Niamh and Sarah. Cherished sister to Paul and Colm. Sadly missed by Lorna, Lynsey, Jonny and Sam. The proudest Nana to Darcy, Aoibhe, Oisín, Eliana, Daniel, Sadie, Alyssia, Lara and another little princess due in October. Adored Sister -in-law. Much loved Aunt, Grand-Aunt, Cousin. Irreplaceable friend. Marie will be deeply missed by the countless number of people whose lives she touched in her lifetime. Marie will be forever loved and remembered.

Reposing at her residence on Tuesday from 5pm-8pm, with a celebration of life service at 7pm. Removal from her residence on Wednesday at 10.30am to arrive at The Church of Our Lady & St. Joseph, Prosperous for 11am funeral mass, followed by committal service in Newlands Cross Crematorium at 1.30pm.

"If there ever comes a day when we can't be together, keep me in your heart. I'll stay there forever."

Wearing colour to the funeral is encouraged. This is optional and was Marie's wish. Her favourite colours were blue and pink.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Saint Brigid's Hospice, The Curragh.