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Sr. Regina Lydon,

Árd Bhríde, Castlebar, Co. Mayo and formerly of Convents of Mercy, Swinford, Ballaghaderreen and Ballymote; late of Kilmacroy, Ballyfarnon, Boyle, Co. Roscommon (9th January, 2023) - peacefully at Cuan Chaitríona Nursing Home, Castlebar.

Reunited in her heavenly home with her parents James and Eleanor and her brother Laurence.

Deeply regretted by her sister-in-law Bridie, her niece Tara, nephews Raymond and Laurence and their families, relatives, friends and Sisters of Mercy, Western Province.

Rest in Peace Sr. Regina

Sr. Regina will lie in repose at Boland’s Funeral Home, Swinford this Tuesday afternoon from 5pm with removal to the Church of Our Lady Help of Christians, Swinford at 6.30p.m.

Funeral Mass on Wednesday at 12 noon.

Sr. Regina will be laid to rest afterwards in the Convent Cemetery, Swinford.

Anyone wishing to offer their sympathies to the family can leave a message by clicking on the “Condolences” link below.

Sr. Regina’s Funeral Mass will be streamed live at https://www.churchservices.tv/swinford

Mary Gillard Walsh
Sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Sr. Regina, also to the Srs. Of Mercy, Swinford on her recent death. May her kind and gentle soul rest in peace. I have fond memories of our days together in St. Mary’s and later, when she visited our school as Diocesan Advisor. She brought joy and sunshine into the classroom with her winning smile as she spoke so gently and positively to the children in her own special way. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí.
Christine and Richie Porter
Deepest Sympathy To all Si.Regina Family and friends on her Sad Passing She was a wonderful kind person
MauraKelly
Sincere sympathy to the family, friends and Sisters of Mercy on the death of Sr. Regina. I have fond memories of her visits to Straide N. S. Always so kind and positive. Rest in peace Sr. Regina
St. Colmans NS Derrinabroc
Our school extends our sympathies to the family and friends of Sr. Regina. The staff & past students have many fond memories of her visits to out school. May she Rest in Peace.
Susan Moore and Family Market Street Swinford
Deepest sympathy to Sister Regina's Family and the mercy sister's on the death of Sr.Regina .May her gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
John Marie Perry
With Deepest Sympathy
To the Niece,Nephews,S ister-In- Law,Sisters of Mercy Western Province And Extended Leydon / Lavin Families
On the Passing of Sr.Regina.
Sr. Regina was inspirational Teacher She has left a lasting Legacy of Kindnesses.Concern.Understanding Respect for everyone especially Students & Parents who the good fortune to know her .
Fr. Gerry Davey
Deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina's family relatives and to the Sisters of Mercy. Regina will be very fondly remembered as a lady with a very kind heart and good nature. Always cheerful and smiling and a sense of humour. With this was her deep faith lived out in the manner of her life. Her dedication to Education was unwavering, with wisdom and common sense. She gave wholeheartedly for the good of her students she taught through the years. The Funeral Liturgy today was a fitting tribute to her. IMay Regina rejoice in Heaven's rewards for her. Suaimhneas síoraí uirthi.
Tony Fahey
Sincere sympathy to Sr. Regina’s family and the Sisters of Mercy on the passing of lovely lady. Fond memories of her visits to Midfield N.S. and had the pleasure of working with her on Boards of Management. Her concern for good practice in education was ever present and her kindness valued . May you rest in peace,Sister.
Ignatius Henry
Deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina’s relatives on her passing. Lovely memories of her visits to Scoil Chríost Rí Rockfield. Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a hanam.
St. Joseph's NS Bonniconlon
The school community of St. Joseph's NS would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina's family and friends. Sr Regina was always a welcome visitor to the school and was highly thought of by both pupils and staff. She will be greatly missed. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Kevin and Mary mcdonnell killala
Sympathy to the Lydon family on the death of Regina .
Martina Egan Carroll
My deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina's family and Mercy sisters. Lovely memories of Sr. Regina in primary school in Ballaghaderreen . May she rest in peace.
John and Gerardine O Mahony, Ballaghaderreen.
Sincere sympathy to the Lydon family and all the Mercy Sisters on the death of Sister Regina. Sister was a wonderful teacher and gave a lifetime of good example in all the communities she served. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.May she Rest In Peace.
Teresa Forde
Deepest sympathy to Sister Regina's family and to the Mercy Sisters.Flyvhigh with the angels Sister.You will be greatly missed.
Anne Cunnane
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Sr. Regina and wish to offer my deepest condolences to her extended family and the Sisters of Mercy.
Sr. Regina was always a welcome visitor at St. Aidan's N.S. in Kiltimagh and I have lovely memories of her classroom visits as well as her time spent in the staffroom with us at breaks and lunch. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilís.
Monica Henry
Sincere sympathy to Sr. Regina's family. I got to know Sr. Regina attending daily mass in Swinford. She was always so warm, friendly & sincere to meet. She is in my thoughts and prayers. May her gentle soul Rest In Peace.
Una and Lorcán Leavy
Deepest sympathy to Sr Regina's family and the Mercy Community on their great loss. Sr Regina was an inspiration to all who knew her for her kindness, empathy and sincerity. She will be greatly missed. May she rest in peace.
Padraic Duffy
Síncere sympathy to the relatives and friends of Sr. Regina.
She was always a welcome visitor to our school in Keash.
She had a special gift to get the best out of children and was always willing to give helpful advice to staff and pupils without being intrusive. I had the pleasure of being with her on interview panels. She was polite, astute but always respectful Ní bheidh á leithéid ann arís.
Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a hanam.
Mary Warde, Knock.
Sincere sympathy to Sr. Regina’s family, friends and fellow sisters in the Mercy Order. Fond memories of Sr Regina’s warmth, wisdom and kindness shown to staff and pupils in Kilmovee NS on her many visits as diocesan advisor. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Anna Mae Bourke.
Deepest sympathy to all of Sr. Regina's family and the Sisters of Mercy. Great memories of her visits to Straide N. S and on all the times we worked together. She was a very gracious lady. May she now enjoy eternal peace with the Lord.
Teresa Murphy Carracastle
So sorry to hear of the death of Sr Regina. Have lovely memories of her visiting Carracastle NS, she was always so lovely and easy to chat too and especially on her time teaching in St Mary's Secondary School Swinford where I first got to know her. Condolences to all her family, friends and especially the sisters of Mercy. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Clare Foley
I have lovely memories of Sr Regina in my two years of primary school. She was a lovely person and very Thoughtful and kind. May she rest in peace.
Rita Smith
Very sad to hear the news of Sr Regina, knew her, loved her, will miss her dearly. Thoughts are with all the family, respects to all.
Meelick N.S
The school community of Meelick N.S. would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina's family and friends and to her fellow sisters in the Mercy Order on her sad passing. Sr. Regina was such a lovely person and a welcome visitor to our school. Her kind heart shone through in all her interactions with staff and pupils. She will be greatly missed. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Carramore NS
Sincere condolences from all the staff, pupils and Board of Management of Carramore NS Swinford to Sr Regina’s family and friends and the Sisters of Mercy. We remember fondly Sr Regina’s visits to our school. She was a kind and sincere lady who was always willing to offer help or advice when needed.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Terence and Geraldine Flanagan
Deepest sympathies to Sr. Regina's family and the Mercy Order on the death of a great Sister and true friend in the Pioneer Association. May she enjoy eternal happiness.
Brenda Kilcoyne & Family, Ballaghaderreen.
Deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina’s family, friends and the Sisters of Mercy. Sr. Regina was a wonderful lady, and an inspirational teacher to my three girls in Ballaghaderreen in fostering their life-long education, and involvement in local gymnastics and community games. May her gentle soul Rest In Peace.
Nóra and Mairéad Colleran
Sincere condolences to Sr. Regina's relatives and friends, and to the Sisters in Árd Bhríde and the Western Province. Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a hanam uasal dílis.
Mairead King, Kiltimagh
Sincere sympathy to the family, friends and the Sisters of Mercy on the death of Sr. Regina. I have very fond memories of her visits to St. Aidan’s N.S., Kiltimagh. She was always very supportive and encouraging of the staff and always engaged so well with the students. May Sr. Regina rest in peace.
Mary and Paddy Smyth
Our sincere sympathy to Sr Regina's family and the mercy sisters on the death of Sr. Regina. May she rest in peace.
Geraldine McManus and Family - Harrogate and Tourmakeady
Sincere Condolences to Bridie Tara Lawrence Raymond and extended families on the sad passing of Sister Regina a wonderful person and feel blessed to have known her May she now Rest in Peace
Mick and Linda Burke, Tubbercurry.
Deepest sympathy to Tara, Raymond, Laurence, Bridie, Sisters of Mercy, and friends on the death of Sr. Regina. May she rest in peace reunited with her parents and brother. We enjoyed her very pleasant company at the many Pioneer functions.
Castlerock National School Board of Management, Staff and Pupils
The Board of Management, staff and pupils of Castlerock National School would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina's family, friends and the Sisters of Mercy on the passing of Sr. Regina. Her kindness, warmth and sincerity were shared with pupils and staff alike. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
The staff of Midfield National School Swinford
Sincere condolences to the family of Sr Regina on her passing. We have very fond memories of her lovely visits to our school throughout the years. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace
Ellen Ginty
Sincere Sympathy to all of Sr Reginas Family Fond memories of her while teaching in the Mercy Convent Swinford A lovely Person Rest in Peace
Craggagh NS
Sincere condolences to Sr Regina’s family, friends and the Sisters of Mercy. She was a most welcome visitor to our school and will be very fondly remembered by pupils and staff alike. Her experience and guidance were highly valued too at Board level where she assisted with many interviews down through the years.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Alex&Olive Mc Donnell.
Deepest sympathy to Sr Regina’s family and the Mercy Sisters.May Regina rest in peace.
Drimina National School - Tubbercurry
The Board of Management, staff & pupils of Drimina NS extend our heartfelt sympathies to the Lydon family & the sisters of Mercy on the sad passing of Sr Regina. We have so many fond memories of our friend, Sr Regina and her lovely visits to our school. A true & gifted educator, always insightful, kind & caring, she enriched so many lives during her time as Diocesan Advisor in Achonry. Rest In Peace Sr Regina. Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam uasal.
Culmore N.S, Swinford
The Board of Management, Staff and pupils of Culmore N.S. would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina's family, friends and to the sisters of the Mercy Order on her sad passing. Sr. Regina was always a welcome visitor in our school. She was warm, friendly and kind to staff and pupils alike. Always in good humour, with a kind word for everyone.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Mary Fahey Gilligan. Riverstown.
Sincerest sympathy to all Sr. Regina's Family and friends. Beautiful memories of her teaching in Colaiste Mhuire Ballymote. May she rest in peace.
Kevin Hennigan
Sincere sympathies to Sr. Regina's family and the Sisters of Mercy, Western Province.
We are grateful that Sr. Regina served on our Board of Management in Swinford NS for many years. Those of us who served with her will remember her fondly for her professionalism , her wisdom and her good nature.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Cora Kivlehan.

On behalf of the BOM, Staff and school community of Achonry NS. I would like to extend my sincere sympathies to the family , friends and the Sisters of Mercy on the passing of Sr. Regina. Over the years Sr. Regina shared with us her great Faith, professionalism , kindness and good humour and for this we are very grateful. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Anne Staunton
Deepest sympathy to Sr.Regina's family and the Mercy Order .She was an exceptional lady and epitomised all that was good in the world.She showed great love, patience ,care and attention to the children on her visits to school and left a lasting impression on them.She was a valued personal friend and will be greatly missed Go raibh leaba aici I measc no naomh
Killavil N.S.
Sincere sympathies to Sr. Regina's family, friends and the Sisters of Mercy on her passing. Her faith, good humour, gentle manner and kindness always enriched our school and other schools in the area when she visited.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilís. The staff, pupils, parents and Board of Management in Killavil N.S.
David & Mae Doherty & family Tavneena Charlestown
We were sorry to hear of Sr Regina’s passing she was a lovely lady. Rest in peace Sr Regina.
Tavrane National School
The school community of Tavrane N.S. would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina's family and friends and to her fellow sisters in the Mercy Order on her sad passing. Sr. Regina was always a very welcome visitor in our school. Her kindness, warmth, sincerity and love for education always shone through. Sr. Regina will be sorely missed. May her gentle soul rest in peace xx
Eddie and Carol Jordan Bohola
Sincere condolences to family , colleagues and friends of Sr Regina on her sad passing,
May her gentle soul rest in peace
Tina Coakley
My deepest sympathy and condolences to Sr Regina’s family and to the Sisters of Mercy. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
James and Mary McCarrick
So sorry to learn of the passing of the wonderful Sr. Regina. She has earned a great reward in heaven. Rest in peace and sympathy to all who mourn.
Gill Brehony
So sorry for your loss. Sr Regina was a wonderful lady and principal to my four children in Ballymote. May she rest in peace
Teresa Foley and Family , Kiltybranks , Ballaghaderreen .
Our deepest Condolences to Sr. Regina’so Family and Sisters of Mercy.
Sr Regina was such a wonderful kind teacher of my Children in Ballaghaderreen school .
God reward her for all her goodness and may her gentle soul rest in peace
Mary O'Neill
Sympathy to you Bridget, Tara,Laurence and Raymond. May She Rest in Peace .
Patricia Gawley Aclare
Sincere sympathy to Sr Reginas family and The Sisters of Mercy. May her gentle soul Rest In Peace.
Nuala and Andy Waide Buckingham England
Condolences from us both. Our memories of Sr Regina are of a kind and gentle person who was interested in all those she met.
Aingeal , Máirtin O Maicín & Clann
Sincerest sympathy to Sr Regina's family. Such a genuine and sincere lady.
I loved to see her come visit my classroom on her yearly visit.
Ar dhéis Dé go raibh sí.
St. Attracta's NS Charlestown
May Sr. Regina's gentle soul rest in peace. Her kindness always left a lasting impression on everyone at St. Attracta's. We remember her with great fondness for her school visits which were conducted with deep faith, good humour, sincerity and warmth.
Deepest condolences to Sr. Regina's family, friends and to the Mercy Sisters.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Brian McDermott
Principal (On behalf of the St. Attracta’s NS Charlestown School Community)
Mary Myers
Our sincere sympathy to all of you especially our dear friend Bridie. Requiescat In Pace. AMEN
Patricia Campbell
Deepest sympathy to the Lydon Family and the Sisters of Mercy on the passing of Sr. Regina rip. She taught me in Swinford National School and was a lovely, kind teacher. It was always a pleasure to meet her as she was a very warm lady. May her gentle soul rest in peace. Patricia Campbell Swinford.
Swinford NS
Sincere sympathies to Sr Regina’s family, friends and Sisters of Mercy on her passing. Sr Regina taught in Swinford NS for a number of years, served diligently on our Board of Management for many years and visited us regularly in her role as religious advisor. She was always kind, caring and compassionate with our pupils, eager to listen and offer advice . We were always enriched by her visits. Rest in Peace, Sr Regina.
From all in Swinford NS
John McHugh
Condolences to Sr Regina's family, and to the Sisters of Mercy. I have many fond memories of Sr Regina’s visits to Foxford.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
John and Noreen Ward Foxford
Condolences to Sister Regina's Family may her gentle soul Rest In Peace
Eilish Durkan
I am saddened to hear of Sr. Regina’s passing .
My deepest condolences to all her family and her Sisters of Mercy.
She was a beautiful person in every way and such a good friend to my aunt Sr. Agatha . May Sr. Regina rest in peace.
Joan Sheahan, Swinford
Sincere sympathy to the Sisters of Mercy and her family on the sad death of Sr. Regina.
She lived next door to my late mother and myself on Circular Road for a few years and was a lovely neighbour.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Joan Sheahan.
Kathleen and Donal Benson
Deepest sympathy to the family of Sr Regina and also to the Mercy Community on the death of Sr Regina. I was a classmate of hers in St. Marys Swinford .Later on we met as teachers . It was always a pleasure to meet her. Rest in peace
Anne Moriarty
Heartfelt sympathy to Sr. Regina's family, friends and Sisters of Mercy. Her compassion and good humour are fondly remembered by all in St. Aiden's NS, Monasteraden. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Suzanne Murtagh Loftus
My sincere condolences to Sr Reginas family on her passing . She was an inspirational person very much involved in the communities she served.I have wonderful childhood memories of Sr Regina inviting us to the gymnastic club she set up in Ballmote where she trained the children and encouraged them to participate in interclub events. May she rest in peace.
Helen Curran
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends if Sr. Regina. May she rest in peace Amen
Staff, pupils and Board of Management of Killasser NS
Deepest sympathy is extended to Sr.Regina's family, friends and fellow Sisters on her sad passing. She was a good friend to all and was always a kind, friendly cheerful visitor to our school. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Ann Kilcoyne nee Lavin
Deepest sympathy to Bridie, Laurence Raymond and Tara on the death of Sr. Regina. I have known her since I was a child in Ballymote when I used to visit her mother Mrs. Lydon. She was always very kind. She is now reunited with her parents and her beloved brother Laurence. May she rest in peace.
Thomas and Mary Marren, Cloonfinish,Swinford.
Sincere sympathy to the family of Sr Regina on her death. I had the pleasure of working with her for over twenty five years on the Achonry Pioneer Council.She was a great friend to all the members of our council and she will be greatly missed by all. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
St. Attracta's N.S, Ballaghaderreen
Sincere condolences from all the staff, pupils, parents and Board of Management of St. Attracta's N.S , Ballaghaderreen to Sr. Regina's family, friends and the Mercy Order. Sr. Regina served as a teacher and principal for many years in St. Attracta's. She is remembered for her inspirational leadership, commitment to her work, kindness to all she met, good humour and common sense. Sr. Regina's service in her different roles to primary education and to her ministry with the Mercy Order was expectational. Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas siorai di.


Staff of Tavneena NS
Our deepest condolences to Sr Regina's family and Sisters of Mercy. She was so kind to the children on every visit to Tavneena NS. May She Rest In Peace
Cloinloo National School
Deepest sympathies to Sr. Regina's family, friends and to the Mercy sisters. Sr. Regina was a wonderful friend to all of us in Cloonloo N.S. She served on our Board of Management for 17 years and was always so generous with her time and advice which was greatly appreciated. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace.
Maria-Goretti Surlis
Mary McNulty, Leeds,Mayo
Sincere sympathy to Bridie and family onthe bereavement of Str.Regina.R.I.P.. Remember our trips to Lourdes, the Prayer and Social activities. Huge loss to the Religious Field. Love to all.
Louise King
My sympathies to Sr Regina’s family on her passing. I worked under her stewardship for 8 years in Ballymote and learned a lot from her in that time, not just in education but in all aspects of life. Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam dílis.
Bernadette McCarrick
Condolences to Sr Regina's family, and to the Sisters of Mercy. May she rest in peace after a long life of faithful service.
FrDan OConnor
Deepest sympathy to SrReginas family and the Mercy Sisters at this sad time SrRegina made a wonderful contribution to Catholic Education not only in the diocese of Achonry but nationally as a valued member of C.P.S.M.A she also was
a very dedicated member of the National Primary Diocesan Advisors Association above all Regina was a true daughter of Catherine Mac Auley and a faithful disciple of Christ the teacher May she rest in the peace of Christ FrDan OConnor Vicar for Education Dublin Diocese
Kathleen Castro
Deepest sympathy to Sr. Regina’s relatives on her passing. I have fond memories of her visits to Attymass school. May her gentle soul Rest In Peace
Catherine Lafferty
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Sister Regina. She taught me in Ballaghaderreen school some years ago.l have many fond memories of her exceptional kindness and compassion. May she rest in peace. Condolences to her family.
Alma & Lisa Tierney, Swinford
Sincere sympathy to Sr. Regina's family and the Sisters of Mercy. She was a lovely, kind and thoughtful person. May Sr. Regina rest in peace.
Staff and Pupils of Bohola NS
On behalf of everyone in Bohola NS I would like to extend deepest sympathy to all of Sr. Regina's family, friends and Sisters of Mercy on her passing. Sr. Regina was always so friendly and kind to everyone in Bohola NS on her many visits and was always willing to help in so many different ways. May she now rest in peace. Teresa Mulligan Principal Bohola NS
Therese White
My sincere condolences to all family and friends of Sr Regina. She was a great friend to us in Keash N.S. We always looked forward to her visits and really appreciated all the help she gave us over the years. May she rest in peace.
Rev John Durkan
God rest her. She was a rock of good common sense when she helped us on various Boards of Management. Great sense of humour too and keen sense of what the right thing to do in a given situation .
If there is an interview Board at the pearly gates and know she will give a good account of herself!
Amy Muldowney
I was saddened to hear of sr Regina’s passing. I will remember her fondly. Condolences to her family. May her gentle soul Rest in Eternal Peace.
Caroline O’Dowd
Sincere condolences to Sr. Regina’s family and friends. She was such a wonderful lady, may she rest in peace. We will have very fond memories of her in Scoil Naomh Muire, Keash.
Geraldine and Paddy Maloney ( Smyth)
Sincere sympathy to sr Regina family. Happy memories of her in school. R.I.P
Padhraic &Mary Barrett
May she rest in peace.Condolences to her family.Sr Regina was in Ballymote when we worked there years ago.
Fr Tomás Surlis
Deepest sympathies to Sr Regina’s family and to the Mercy sisters. She was a Christian educator in the fullest sense; a woman of great faith, kindness and compassion and a wonderful friend to very many in the Diocese of Achonry. Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas síoraí do h-anam dílis.
Melissa folliard, killasser
My deepest sympathy to Sr Regina family and friends. R.I.P
Patricia and Martin Kelly, Coolcronan, Foxford.
Sincere sympathy to her sister in law Bridie, her niece Tara, nephews Raymond and Laurence and the Sisters of Mercy, Western Province. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
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