The death has occurred of Rita Coffey (Barna, Co. Galway and Lecarrow Co. Roscommon). 29th October 2025; Unexpectedly but peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in the kind and loving care of the staff at the Beacon Hospital.
Pre-deceased by her parents John Joe and Maureen and brothers Paddy and John.
Loving sister of Lillian Byrne (Dublin) and Damien (Carrick-on-Shannon), sister-in-law to Jackie, Auriol, Ann and the late Robert, cherished cousin to Marie, Pauline and John Grenham, adored aunt to all her nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Rita will be sadly missed and always remembered with love and gratitude by her family, wide circle of friends, neighbours and her former Bank of Ireland colleagues.
May She rest in peace.
Rita will repose at Smyths Funeral Home, Roscommon (F42 NH27) from 3 o’c until 5 o’c on Sunday afternoon (2nd November). Requiem Mass will take place in St John’s Church, Lecarrow (F42 P840) at 11 o’c Monday morning (3rd November) followed by burial in St Coman's Cemetery Roscommon.
Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to The Irish Cancer Society - Donate here - https://www.cancer.ie/donate-in-memory-of-a-loved-one
Please note, the Funeral Mass will be live streamed and can be viewed on Monday at 11 o’c by clicking https://iframe.dacast.com/live/7d1254bb4df839c719dceadb09c0e978/d9430abb-f59f-4e8a-0870-1e0f7762726a.
“You will be remembered for your empathy and understanding for all whom you met and for the quiet difference you made in the lives of all whom knew you. Above all, the memory of your strong faith in God will shine brightly in your memory. “
