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Helen Falconer,
 
Ross, Killala, Co. Mayo and formerly of Buckfastleigh, Devon and London - aged 66, the darling wife and best friend of Derek O’Flaherty and utterly wonderful mother to Jack, Molly, Imogen and Seán, and grandmother to Xian Xian - died peacefully in the presence of her family and the kind staff of Mayo Hospice after a very short illness.
 
A treasured mother-in-law to Gina, Damian and Hannah and loved deeply and dearly by the Quinn and O’Neill family and the rest of the killala posse. Deeply loved by her extended family including (but not limited to) sisters Lucinda and Emma, brother Richard, nieces Charlotte, Isnaini, Rosie and Alice, and friend Sarah. 
 
A phenomenon of a woman, a brilliant author and poet, a lover of her community (especially her neighbours in Ross) and a friend to many. 
 
“I sing that I am a fat lady on a horse,
and this ride is far from over” 
- Helen Falconer
 
She will be waked at her home in Ross from 2pm on Sunday, 2nd February. A funeral service of remembrance and celebration of Helen's life will be held in St. Patrick’s Church, Killala at 12 noon on Monday, 3rd of February, followed by burial in Killala cemetery.
Declan & Triona Blaine
Deepest sympathy to all the family on the passing of Helen. May her gentle soul rest in peace x
Vince and Karen Murphy and family
So very sad to hear about your heartbreaking loss. Helen was a wonderful and unique woman and will be greatly missed by so many. The photograph you chose is perfect, just cant help but smile back at her! Deepest sympathy to Derek and family, and all Helens extended family and friends, thinking of you all. Rest in peace Helen
Sarah McDonnell, Ballycastle AC
My deepest sympathies to you Derek on the passing of your beautiful wife Helen. My sympathies also to all of Helen's family & friends at this sad time. May Helens kind & gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
Mairead Gardiner
Sincere condolences to you Derek, Jack, Molly, Sean, Imogen and extended family and friends on the passing of dear Helen, may she rest in heavenly peace,
Maria Ruane Ballycastle
Sincere sympathies to Derek and family on your sad loss. May she rest in peace
Mairead Gardiner
Heartfelt condolences to Derek, Jack, Molly, Sean, Imogen, extended family and friends on the passing of Helen,. May Helen rest in heavenly peace.
Terry and Mary Reilly
So sorry to learn of Helen's passing. A really lovely person who immersed herself in community and in organisations, she will be sadly missed. Condolences to Derek and family. Rest in peace, creative soul.
Breege Kilbane and family, Killala
Our deepest sympathy to Derek, Jack, Molly, Sean and Imogen on the loss of your wife, mum and best friend. May she rest in peace ?
Mary Robinson
Sincere sympathy to Derek and family on your sad loss. May Helen rest in peace.
Geraldine Joe and Shannon Cummins
Condolences to Helen's family.May she rest in peace
Kevin/Christina Dooher
Sincere sympathy to Derek and all the family on the sad passing of Helen. A lovely lady to meet and talk to May she rest in peace
Frank O'Donnell
Sincere condolences to all Helen's family,may her kind and gentle soul rest in peace
Marie Claire Melvin
My sincerest condolences to Derek and family on your loss. May Helen Rest in Peace
Mary Reynolds Ballina
My deepest sympathies to you Imogen, your dad and your brothers and sister on the death of your precious mother. I was so saddened to hear this tragic news. Thinking of you all at this very sad time
Jarlath Munnelly
Deepest sympathies Derek on the loss of your wonderful wife, and to Jack, Molly, Imogen and Sean on the loss of your mother who was so proud of you all.
Helen will be missed by a wide circle of neighbours and friends, but fondly remembered by everyone that knew her. She was a funny, friendly and kind person - truly a force of nature. Rest in peace Helen.
Madge and Martin Lynn
Heartfelt condolences to Derek and to Jack, Molly, Imogen and Sean and extended family. There's a brighter star in the sky tonight. Rest in peace Helen
Maureen McDermott, Caoimhe, Fergus & Aodhamair McDermott Quinn Balllina
Our deepest condolences Derek, Jack, Molly, Imogen and Seán all the Falconer & O’Flaherty families, dear friends and neighbours - on Helen's passing- saddened to hear such devastating news, thinking of you at this tragic time, May Helen rest in peace.
Carole Munnelly
Thank you Helen for investing so much of yourself in Killala.
My sympathies to your husband, children and all who loved you.
Michelle Mulherin
Sincere condolences to Derek and all your family on Helen's passing. May she rest in peace.
Caroline Kearns, Bangor
Derek and family, so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Johnny & Angela Reape
Our deepest sympathy to Derek and family on the sad loss of Helen. Condolences to all extended families and friends. May Helen rest in peace
Maura McDonnell
Sincere condolences to Derek an Family on Helens passing. May she rest in peace
Liam and Anna Marie Henry, Ballina
Heartfelt condolences to Derek and to Jack, Molly, Imogen and Sean and the wider Falconer and O'Flaherty families as well as Helen's wide circle of friends. We are very sad to hear the news of her passing and are thinking of you all at this devastating time. May she rest in eternal peace.
Breda Hickey
My sincere sympathy to Helen's family and friends on her very sad passing. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace.
Marion& Tony Moran
Sincere sympathy to Derek & Family May Helen Rest in Peace
Janice & Billy,London
Sending our condolences to you all at this very sad time. May Helen RIP
Tom Hogan
Sending my sincere condolences to Derek and all the family
Brid and Michael Jordan
It is with great sadness and our sincere condolences to Derek and family to have heard of the passing of Helen Falconer. Our sympathies also to the extended O’ Flaherty and Falconer families and their relations and friends at this sad time. Helen will be greatly missed to all. May her gentle soul Rest in Peace. Amen
Gerry Walsh
Sympathy to Derek and family. So sad to learn about Helen’s death, a beautiful and talented lady. May she now be with her God. Rest in peace.
Breege, Tommie & Ronan Loftus
Sincere sympathy to Derek and all Helens family. The light of heaven to her, may she rest in peace.
Breda Ruddy
Sincere sympathy to Derek and Family on Helen's passing may Helen's gently soul rest in peace ?
Kevin & Phil Walsh.
Deepest sympathy to Derek and Family on the sad passing of Helen. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
David and Paula Alexander
Sincere Condolences to Derek, Jack, Molly, Imogen, Sean, and extended O Flaherty and Falconer Familes on the passing of Helen, may She Rest in Peace.
Kevin Devers
Deepest sympathy to Derek and all the family and Extended families on Helen's passing. She was a True lady RIP Helen
Caroline Maloney
Thinking of you Derek and family, during this sad time time of the untimely passing of dear Helen, may she rest in peace x
Pat coyne
To all Helen’s family please accept our sincere condolences on Helen’s passing may her gentle soul rest in peace from all at coyne tyres ballina
Marie mc Creanor
My deepest sympathy to Helens family friends on her sad passing may her gentle soul rest in peace RIP
Niall & Bridie Jennings
Our deepest sympathies to Derek and family on the sudden passing of your beloved wife and mother. May she rest in peace.
Fintan , Anne, John Joe, Michael and Thomas Nealon, Ross
Our deepest Sympathy to Derek, Jack, Molly, Imagen, Sean and Helens sisters and brother and all the extended family and friends on the passing of Helen. She was a true friend and always was willing to do anything for anyone she knew. Helen always had a smile on her face . We will miss her greatly. Rest in Peace Helen . ?
Derek, Elizabeth, Ellen, Edward, Beth and Jane Fair Ballina
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of the wonderful lady Helen. We have so many memories of her as a talented accompanist and she was fabulous company. To Derek,Jack, Molly, Imogen and Sean and all Helen’s extended family, neighbours and friends we extend our heartfelt sympathies. May Helen rest in peace.
Regina and John f Caden Ross Lodge killala
We are saddened to learn of the death of Helen our sincere sympathy to Derek and family. Helen was a wonderful neighbour and was a great inspiration to us during a difficult time in 2023 .SHe will be fondly remembered by us.
Maura Flynn. Westport.
So sorry to hear of Helen's passing. I had the pleasure of meeting Helen a few years ago when she edited a book I was involved in. A lovely gracious lady. Condolences to her family, may she rest in peace.
Antoinette Hoban
Sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of your beloved wife & mum Helen. Rest in peace.
Elaine McHale, Killala
My deepest sympathies to all of Helen’s family and friends on her sad passing. May she rest in eternal peace.
Sean and Monica
Sincere sympathy to Derek, Jack, Molly Imogen and Sean and grandchildren on your very sad loss To the Falconer and O Flaherty families her many friends and neighbours A lovely lady I had the pleasure to know May her gentle soul rest in peace
Noel and Teresa Flannelly Lacken
Deepest sympathy to Derek Jack Molly Imogen Sean and Helens extended family Helen was a lady who loved horse riding she was brave and fearless in the early stages and became a competent rider quickly may her kind and gentle soul rest in peace
Paddy and Kim jordan
Condolences to Derek and family on your sad loss r.i.p helen
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