Portlaoise GAA mourns much-loved supporter
Mary Kelly, RIP
THE Portlaoise GAA community is in mourning following the death of much-loved Mary Kelly (née Bergin), who had deep family ties with the club.
A sister of former star hurlers Liam and Paul Bergin, Mary passed away on her birthday on Saturday 11 October, surrounded by her loving family.
In a heartfelt tribute on social media, Portlaoise GAA said: ‘We are very saddened to learn of the passing of Mary Kelly (née Bergin). Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary’s family, extended family and wide circle of friends.
‘Mary hails from a famous Portlaoise GAA family. Her dad Tom was a stalwart clubman and a great hurling man. Her brothers Liam and Paul are two of the finest hurlers in the history of the club, starring on the great town teams of the 1980s and 1990s. Her youngest brother Seán was a very talented player with the club also.
‘Mary was a lovely and kind person, full of good humour and she will be very sadly missed by everyone who knew her. May she rest in eternal peace.’
Death notice and funeral arrangements:
'Mary Kelly (née Bergin), 5 St Fintan’s Terrace, Durrow, Laois/Portlaoise, Laois passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in St James's Hospital, Dublin on her birthday, 11 October.
Predeceased by her father Tom. Deeply cherished by her family, loving husband Paul, children Mark, Aisling, Paul and David, their partners, her mother Mary, siblings Liam, Paul and Seán, her grandchildren, nieces, nephews , relatives, neighbours, friends and past colleagues in An Post.
The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of Portlaoise Regional Hospital and St James's Hospital for their care and compassion towards Mary.
May Mary rest In eternal peace
Reposing at her residence on Sunday 12 October from 2pm, pausing for prayers at 7.45pm.
Removal on Monday to Holy Trinity Church, Durrow, for 2pm Funeral Mass, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
House private on Monday please.
Mary's Funeral Mass may be viewed live by clicking on the link on RIP.ie.
Those wishing to leave a message of condolence for Mary's family may do so in the condolence section on RIP.ie.'
