THE death on Tuesday last, 26 August, at SignaCare, Killerig of Sally McDonald, Ballinacarrig, Carlow, marks the passing of a remarkable woman, who was always at the heart of family life while making a huge contribution to her local community.

“Sharon was the best wife, the best mother, she really was"

The large crowds present for one of the largest funerals seen in Tinryland in recent times was testament to the esteem in which Jim and his family are held in the community

Michael was the owner of Cooney’s Sports & Games at Penneys shopping centre, Carlow

Pat, who formerly ran the successful dry cleaning business Ard Rí Cleaners, was a familiar sight to many in Carlow town

Nikki was the beloved wife of Ken, adored mother of Lauren and Kim, worshipped grandmother of Kaidyn, Aria and Preya, and the cherished daughter of Joe and Billie Morrissey