Kay Nicholson (née Lynam)

Formerly of Coroe, Ballycumber, Co. Offaly.

In the early hours of Friday, 31 July, Kay died peacefully at the Bon Secours Hospital, Galway, with her loving family by her side. Predeceased by her dearly beloved husband Paddy and infant daughter Gráinne, parents Daniel and Bridget, sister Chrissie, brothers Andy and Donal.

Deeply loved and mourned by her heartbroken family; sons Cormac, Rory (Naas), Gerard, Colm and daughter Marie. Sadly missed by her daughter-in-law Niamh, son-in-law Chris and by her adored grandchildren of whom she was immensely proud; Niamh, Conor, Chloe, Oisín, Oran, Noah and Rían. She will be fondly remembered by her sister Bríd, sister-in-law Evelyn and brother-in-law Fr. Ambrose. Kay will be sadly missed by her family and by her many nieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

A sudden goodbye brings a shadow of grief,

But your gentle warmth brought us lifelong relief.

Deep in our hearts you will permanently be,

Sweet Offaly lady, so dear to me.

You left us so fast, but your memory stays bright.

A beautiful soul who has stepped into light.

You brought so much joy, and you lived gracefully,

Sweet Offaly lady, so dear to me.

Sunday, 2 August 2026

Kay will lie in Repose at ‘Áras Naofa’ within the grounds of the Church of St. Oliver Plunkett, Renmore from 5 p.m. with Removal at 6.30 p.m. to the Church.

Monday, 3 August 2026

Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Kay at 12 noon and following Mass she will be laid to rest in the new cemetery, Bohermore.

Live streaming link for Mass: https://mcn.live/Camera/st-oliver-plunkett-renmore-galway

House private please. No flowers by request. Memorial donation (if desired) to St. Vincent de Paul https://www.svp.ie/stores/west-region-galway-mayo-roscommon/ or Croí https://croi.ie/donate/

Date Published:

Friday 31st July 2026

Date of Death:

Friday 31st July 2026