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The death has occurred of
Phyllis (Phil) Despard
(née Fergus)
Peacefully at Galway University Hospital. She is predeceased by her husband Richard, son Richie, granddaughter Megan, brothers Billy, John and Paddy Joe and sister Ann. Phil will be sadly missed by her daughters Mary Teresa, Susan and Mary, son Will, brothers Tim, Gerard, and Martin, sisters Carmel, Bernie, Marie and Chrissie, grandchildren, son-in-law Fergus, extended family, neighbours and friends.
May She Rest In Peace
Phil will repose at Gaynor’s Funeral Home, Castlerea (F45 HH24) on Thursday evening from 5pm - 7pm. The funeral will arrive at St. Patrick’s Church, Castlerea for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am on Friday. A private family cremation will take place on Saturday in Shannon Crematorium.
Phil’s funeral Mass will be live-streamed on St. Patrick’s Church webcam
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Family flowers only, please.
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Date Published:
Tuesday 11th February 2025
Date of Death:
Monday 10th February 2025
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