Irene E. O’Leary of Dublin/Bronxville left this world on July 27, 2023.
Irene’s light will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew her, especially her beloved family: husband, Michael, sons, John (Eileen) and Owen, and grandchildren, Michael and Caitlin. Irene was met in heaven with open arms by her son Brian, sisters Miriam, Joyce, and Celine, and brothers Michael and Robin.
Irene is also survived by her brother, George and sister Deirdre in Ireland. Her 32 nieces and nephews in Ireland and Australia particularly adored their Aunty Irene, and the feeling was mutual.
Irene was loved by all who knew her. We will forever remember her beauty, grace, and laughter.
“Be the things you loved most about the people who are gone.” —Unknown
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Jay Rockhill says
July 29, 2023 at 1:00 pmWe are devastated. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
With love, Jay, Robin, James, Ryan, and Abby Rockhill
Angela Leader says
July 30, 2023 at 4:03 amSending my most heartfelt sympathy to you all. Irene was a wonderfully kind person.
Mark Keller says
July 30, 2023 at 7:31 amDearest Aunty Irene,
We are devastated by your sudden passing. You shaped so much of my life by your kind, caring and often humorous take on life. Thank you so much for being in our lives and we’ll remember you always.
RIP Irene. Our sincere condolences to Michael, John, Eileen , Michael & Caitlin, Owen and extended friends and family in the USA.
Mark, Rosemary, Jack, Josh, Abby and Ted in Waterford, Ireland. ❤️❤️❤️
Rick Robinson says
July 30, 2023 at 12:44 pmIt is truly heartbreaking to say goodbye to Auntie Irene who held such a special place in our hearts.
Our Irene was a remarkable person who touched the lives of so many with her kindness, warmth, and wisdom. Her infectious laughter and incredible spirit will forever be remembered.
We will honour her memory by carrying on her legacy of love, compassion, and resilience.
My aunt Irene’s love for me was like a mothers love for her own child, I will miss her greatly.
With all our love and condolences to uncle Michael, Owen, John, Eileen, Michael and Caitlin.
Auntie Irene may you rest in peace ???️
Love always and forever,
Rick and Rachel, Dublin, Ireland
Jim Raezer says
July 31, 2023 at 10:31 amOur most heartfelt condolences. Irene was a wonderful, caring and fun-loving person. She will truly be missed. With love, Jim and Melissa Raezer
Sandra Fleming says
August 1, 2023 at 7:41 amTo the O’Leary and English families, I was so very sad to hear of Irene’s sudden passing. My mum, Carmel (Bracken) Fleming was Irene’s childhood friend from Orwell Gardens, Dublin. I loved hearing the stories of their childhood antics and looked forward to receiving her thoughtful Christmas card each year with a picture of the family on the front. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hAnam (Translated means: May her soul be at God’s right hand). Sandra Fleming, Dublin, Ireland
Linda Keller says
August 1, 2023 at 8:29 amMy beautiful Auntie Irene, we are beyond devastated at your sudden passing. We will miss you terribly. Your warmth and love for life was felt by all those who knew you. The room would light up when you walked through the door and we couldn’t wait for that big hug. We will hold you dear in our hearts and remember all the good times, the fun, your infectious giggle, your jokes, the chats and most of all your beautiful self. Miss you already Afer.. “A for Aunt as you’d say!!”
Signing off Nfer.. “N for Niece!!” ?
Michelle Conway says
August 1, 2023 at 10:02 amOur hearts are broken. Irene was like a Mom to your entire group of friends. She will be missed but never forgotten. May God’s Angels surround you all with their Angel Wings and May God minister to you all?
Christopher Limoli says
August 1, 2023 at 12:23 pmWe are sad to hear about the sudden loss of your beloved mom. She always greeted us with her winning smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love ❤️ Heather, Hunter, & Chris Limoli
Jack & Colette Keogh says
August 1, 2023 at 9:05 pmColette and I are heartbroken to hear the news of Irene’s passing.and wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to the O’Leary family. Irene and Michael’s friendship meant so much to me, and my family, in good times and bad. Irene was always a ray of sunshine warming the lives of all she touched. We won’t be able to attend the funeral Mass in person but we will be with you in spirit as we watch the live stream. Hugs and prayers from both of us in Newark, Delaware.
Mary Campbell says
August 1, 2023 at 10:23 pmTo dear Michael and All the Family, no mere words can adequately convey my heart felt condolences to all of you on the tragic loss of your beloved Irene nor the deep sense of shock and sorrow I feel at her passing. She was a beautiful person; full of warmth; loving kindness and a wonderful hostess.Brendan and I so enjoyed visiting LBI or Chester Place where she entertained us royally. Her wonderful sense of humour, fun and ability to mimic accents as she told jokes kept us all in stitches while being wined and dined with marvellous food.
I remember thinking how angelic she looked on her wedding day and can now say almost 60 years later that indeed for her whole life she was a human angel; happy, outgoing, generous, unselfish and loving. I know also that she has now joined the hosts of heavenly angels. May she Rest in Peace. Again, my most sincere sympathy and
prayers for Michael and family.
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