Mary Lenihan Death Notices
The death has occurred of Mary Lenihan (née Whelan)
Slehane, Cappataggle, Ballinasloe, Galway
Mary passed away peacefully on 24th November, in her 94th year, surrounded by her loving family, in the wonderful care of the staff of Mountbellew Nursing Home.
Predeceased by her husband John, daughter Ann, sister Annie and daughter-in-law Noreen.
Deeply loved mother of:
Pat (Brenda) – Cork
Maura (Gerry) Murphy – Kiltormer
Denis (Miriam) – Cong
Kathleen (Seamus) Dolan – Barnaderg
Sean (Theresa) – Slehane
Breda (Mickey) Kenny – Barnaderg
Martin (Teresa) – Cappataggle
Steve (son-in-law) - USA
Adored Granny to Marie, Patricia, Fiona, Karen, David, Stephen, Ruth, Eva, Donal, Alan, Conor, Kevin, Ciara, Keith, Brian, Mark and Alison.
Cherished Great-Granny to Sarah, Amy, Kieran, Clodagh, Iarlaith, Tuiren, Freya, Noah, Fionn, Eála, Ethan, Reece and Kaleb.
She will be deeply missed by her nephew, nephew-in-law, nieces-in-law, relatives, neighbours and her wide circle of friends.
May Mary's Kind and Gentle Soul Rest in Peace
Mary will lie in repose in Cappataggle Community Centre (H53 E685) on Wednesday 26th November from 5pm to 7pm,
with removal afterwards to St. Michael's Church, Cappataggle.
Requiem Mass on Thursday morning at 11am, followed by burial in Killallaghton Cemetery.
The family would like to thank everyone for their help and support at this sad time.
If you wish to leave a condolence message for the family, you may do so on the condolence page below.
Published by The Connacht Tribune on Nov. 25, 2025.