Family and friends remember Mary Fitzgerald as a graceful and grounded soul whose presence brought quiet comfort and unwavering love to all who knew her. Born in Cuffesgrange, Kilkenny, and later settling in Moonvoy, Tramore, Mary’s life was shaped by family, faith and kindness. She was a devoted wife to George and a proud mother to John, Gerry, Frank, Kevin and Kieran. Predeceased by her beloved daughter Olivia, she carried both strength and softness through the hardest times. Mary’s home was one where the doors stayed open, and grandchildren were surrounded by affection and quiet wisdom. She was deeply proud of all fourteen of them, each one held in her heart with gentleness and joy. Her neighbours remember her for her warmth, her chats at the gate and the way she always made time for others.
She is remembered with love in the messages shared: “Mrs Fitzgerald, you were a lovely person. Many chats I had with you, thinking of your family today and every day.” Another wrote, “A great friend and neighbour for many years. Rest in peace, Mary.” A message from Kilkenny said, “Our deepest sympathy to all the Fitzgerald family on the sad loss of dear Mary. May she be in the safe arms of Jesus.” A local friend offered: “My deepest condolences to all the family. Mary was a lovely, friendly lady who loved her family. May her gentle soul rest in peace.” And one neighbour summed up the feeling of many: “Sincere condolences on Mary’s passing. She was such a lovely lady. May she rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this sad time.” Through her care, her courage and the deep bonds she nurtured, Mary leaves behind a legacy of love and strength that lives on in all who knew her.
Late of Moonvoy, Tramore, Co. Waterford. Formerly of Farmley, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny. Mary passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday the 4th of February 2026. RIP.
Predeceased by her beloved husband George, her loving daughter Olivia and her brothers Seamus and Sean.
Mary will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children John, Gerry, Frank, Kevin, and Kieran; all her adoring fourteen grandchildren Gerard, Stephen, Brendan, Conor, Tom, Lucy, Sara, Jess, Rachael, David, Carrie, George, Bruce and Henry; her sister Chrissie; her brother Tommy and her son-in-law and daughters-in-law. Mary will be fondly remembered by all her nieces and nephews, extended family, wonderful neighbours and many friends.
The Fitzgerald family would like to thank with great appreciation all the staff in SignaCare Nursing Home, Ferrybank for the exceptional care and kindness Mary was afforded throughout her time there.
May her gentle soul rest peacefully
Mary will be reposing at Falconer’s Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore, on Friday the 6th of February, from 5 pm to 7 pm.
All are welcome
Mary’s Requiem Mass will take place on Saturday, the 7th of February at 10 am at the Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, immediately afterwards Mary will be laid to rest in St. Declan’s Cemetery, Tramore.
For those who wish to participate remotely at Mary’s Requiem Mass please follow the link here:
Mary’s funeral cortège will be passing her residence in Moonvoy, between 09:30 am and 09:40 am en-route to the Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore; and will walk from Tramore Credit Union/ Lodges Corner to the Church for her Requiem Mass.
House strictly private
If you wish to leave a message of support for Mary’s family, we suggest using the online condolences page below to offer your sympathies.