RIP: Tributes pour in for ‘funny and caring’ Limerick council worker following her death
The late woman was known for ‘her lovely smile, her gentle nature and her kindness’
TRIBUTES have come flooding in following the death of a cherished Limerick City and County Council worker.
Carmel O’Connor (née Gavin), of Ballymacashel, Mungret, County Limerick, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 17.
The popular woman was the beloved wife of the late Dermot and is predeceased by her father James, mother Anne, brother Declan and sisters Nuala and Brid.
She is sadly missed by her cousins, neighbours and friends.
Many friends, co-workers and staff at Limerick City and County Council took to RIP.ie to express their sympathies for Carmel and her family.
A former colleague said: “Sincere sympathies to Carmel’s extended family on her passing. Having worked with her in Limerick Corporation, we remember her as a lively, funny and caring person who deeply valued her family and friends. It was a pleasure to have known her. May she rest in peace.”
A second mourner wrote: “I remember Carmel's lovely smile, her gentle nature and her kindness. My sympathy to her family and friends.”
While a friend reflected on the first time she met the popular woman: “My sincere sympathy to Doris and family, her cousins, her many friends, all Carmel's extended family, on your sad loss of a beautiful soul. I pray that Carmel is now resting in eternal peace in her heavenly home and reunited with loved ones gone before.
“I remember the first time I met Carmel at a funeral; she was so chatty and interested in my life. She listened, which I really appreciated. Not only do we mourn Carmel's passing, we also celebrate her life, a life of service to the people of Limerick in her role in Limerick City and County Council.
“I will remember her as someone who gave her time generously, who believed in the power of service and who lived her values every day. Suaimhneas siorai di sa bhFlaitheas.”
The late woman’s Funeral will arrive at St Joseph’s Church in Ballybrown on Thursday, October 22, for Requiem Mass at 1pm, which will be followed by cremation service in the Shannon Crematorium at 3pm.
May she rest in peace.