The death has occurred of

Rita Dwyer née Bawden

Ballytruckle, Waterford.

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Date Posted

7th October 2026

Date of Passing

7 October 2026

Date of Funeral

9 October 2026

Funeral Venue

Sacred Heart Church, The Folly

Rita Dwyer née Bawden

Ballytruckle,

Waterford.

7th October 2026

Formerly of Darrers, Waterford.

Rita passed away in the tender care of the staff of Killure Bridge Nursing Home, Waterford surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her parents Leonard and Sadie, stepfather Pat and her brother Reggie.

Sadly missed by her loving husband Michael, son Gary, daughters Julie and Jennifer, daughter-in-law Cathy, son-in-law Ger, grandchildren, Amber, Killian, Sam, Ryan and Nicole, brother Anthony, sister Ann, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May She Rest in Peace.

Reposing at Killure Bridge Nursing Home, Airport Road, Waterford (X91 NP44) on Thursday (8th October) from 6:00pm to 8:00pm with vigil prayers and Rosary 7:00pm.

Requiem Mass on arrival in Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, on Friday (9th October) at 11:00am followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner.

Mass will be livestreamed at 11:00am on Friday by following the Funeral Service link below.

Funeral Mass Link

The family would like to thank all the staff at Killure Bridge Nursing Home, Waterford for the care and kindness shown to Rita over the last 5 years.

No flowers please, donations if desired to Alzheimer Society of Ireland

Book of Condolence: A message of sympathy can be left in the condolence section below. The family appreciates your sympathy, support and understanding at this difficult time. Sympathy cards can be posted to Robert Thompson Funeral Directors, Barrack Street, Waterford.

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From start to finish, the help and support you all gave us was beyond limits. Our mother looked so peaceful and beautiful. Our minds were put to rest when we saw how lovely and peaceful she looked on her final journey. It is a credit to a wonderful team.

Pat M.

Martena, Niall, Michael, Jim, Noel and all, I just wanted to write to say thank you so much to you all, for your kindness and efficiency last week. My father’s funeral and cremation were beautiful and all went very smoothly. Your kindness, respect and sensitivity was so much appreciated at this sad time.

Michelle C.

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Edith Crowley

I would like to thank Martina, Michael Thompson and all his team, my mother looked like she did before she was sick. It made is so happy, grateful and gave us joyful memories of her.

Susan Roche

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Gillian and Claire

Thank you, Michael and his team was very, very nice and understanding. He worked with us, with everything we needed or questioned. He made this time of sorrow go smooth.

Trish and Mary W

Michael, John, Martena, Jim, Noel and John Flynn. Thank you for all of the advice and direction you were able to give my family and myself when organizing all the funeral arrangements. From start to finish we did not have to worry about anything, you covered everything and done all with the most professional manner

Brenda

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A Parent

On behalf of my entire family, we would like to extend our thanks and gratitude for arranging for our father’s final journey home. You consistently insured that all details were addressed and solved every challenge that arose. At a time of great stress, you relieved us of those heavy burdens. We cannot thank you Michael

Walsh Family, Waterford

We would like to thank all the staff of Thompsons Funeral Home for their professionalism, kindness and help you provided to the family.

Rita & Family

Thank you Thompsons Funeral Directors for their sensitive and professional handing of all our arrangements. It was very much appreciated.

Warren & Family

Michael, I would like to thank you and your team for your care, compassion and respect that you have shown us during our recent bereavement . We appreciate all you have done for us.