Family and friends remember Anna O’Donoghue as a warm, joyful and deeply loved woman whose life carried the heart of Cork into the home, friendships and family she built in Tramore. Late of Carrigeenlea and Ballinattin, and formerly of Melbourn, Bishopstown and Laburnum Park, Anna was dearly loved by Sharon, David, Stephen, Vincent, Gavin, Valerie and Shirley, by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and by all who shared in her life. Those who knew her remember “a lovely lady,” “a beautiful, happy joyful soul,” and someone who was “warm, funny and interested in other people.” She never lost her Cork lilt, her infectious giggle, or the gift of making people feel welcome in her company.
Anna is remembered through the many happy chapters of her life: tennis and coffee mornings in St Ann’s, days in Rushbrooke and other tennis clubs with Frank, family summers in Tramore, school friendships, Cork memories, and the neighbours who became lifelong friends. One tribute recalled how Anna and Frank were great neighbours and friends for more than twenty-five years, while another remembered Anna strolling along Cliff Road, collecting wild flowers along the way. Others smiled at memories of her cooking, from coleslaw and marble cake to the wonderful curry she prepared, and the fun, stories and energy she brought into a room. May Sharon, David, Stephen, Vincent, Gavin, Valerie, Shirley and all the O’Donoghue and McCarthy families find comfort in knowing how deeply Anna was loved, how fondly she will be remembered, and how peacefully she now rests with her beloved Frank.
Late of Carrigeen Lea and Ballinattin, Tramore, Co. Waterford, formerly of Melbourn, Bishopstown and Laburnum Park, Cork City. Anna passed peacefully in University Hospital Waterford after a short illness on Sunday the 2nd of August 2026. RIP.
Anna is predeceased by her beloved husband Frank, her sister Geraldine and her brothers, James and Pearce.
The O’Donoghue family of Tramore is saddened to announce the passing of Anna O’Donoghue (also known as Anne, in Cork). Anna will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her heartbroken children, Sharon, David, Stephen, Vincent, Gavin, Valerie and Shirley. Anna was a loyal sister to Paulette, Geraldine, Mary, James and Pearse. She was a devoted grandmother to Addis, Alex, Anna, Brian, Harry, Heleena, James, Lily, Paddy, Patrick and Stephan and great-grandmother from across the seas to Elisa and Mila. She will be fondly remembered by her children’s partners, Alem, Claire, Finn, Mike, Ruth and Shane. She will be forever missed by all her relatives, extended family, wonderful neighbours and her many friends.
May she rest in peace.
The O’Donoghue Family would like to thank with great appreciation Bridie, Anna K. and Katya who helped to look after Anna so well in her own home and showed her such great kindness.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.
Anna will be reposing at Falconer’s Funeral Home X91TW21, Riverstown, Tramore, Co. Waterford on Saturday, the 8th of August, from 5pm to 7pm.
All are welcome.
Anna’s Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday, the 9th of August, from 3pm to approximately 3:30pm at Falconer’s Funeral Home, Riverstown, X91TW21 Tramore, Co. Waterford. The Funeral Home will remain open until 4:30pm for family, friends and acquaintances to pay their respects to the O’ Donoghue family.
As per Anna’s wishes, she will be cremated. The cremation will take place at The Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork at 1pm on Monday the 10th of August .
Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, can be made to The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals by using the link below.
House private please.
The O’Donoghue family appreciates your sympathy, support and understanding at this difficult time. Mass cards can be posted to Falconer’s Funeral Directors, Riverstown, Tramore, Co. Waterford.