The death has occurred of:
Catherine. McCann. (née Vallely)
The family of the late Catherine McCann wish to express their sincere and heartfelt gratitude to everyone who offered kindness, sympathy and support during their recent bereavement.
We have been deeply touched by the generosity and compassion shown to us at such a difficult time. To all who visited our home, attended Catherine's funeral, sent Mass or sympathy cards, offered comforting words, or helped in any way, we extend our most sincere thanks. Your thoughtfulness has brought us great comfort and will always be remembered.
We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for the carers from Nursing and Caring Direct, who attended to Catherine with such kindness and compassion during her short time at home. Our sincere thanks also go to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Royal Victoria Hospital, particularly Ward 6B, for the exceptional care , dignity and compassion shown to Catherine during her final days.
A special word of thanks to Fr Declan Mulligan for his spiritual guidance, comforting words and for celebrating Catherine's beautiful Requiem Mass. We are also deeply grateful to Aoife McConville and Niamh Murray for the beautiful music, which made the service so special and provided such comfort to us all.
Our heartfelt thanks also to Jack and Margaret McLearnon for their kindness, compassion and professionalism in guiding and supporting us through the funeral arrangements.
As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation.
Catherine's Months Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday 30th October at 9.30am in St Joseph's Church Glenavy.