The death has occurred of:
Imelda O'Dowd (née Smith)
Imelda (Bessbrook, Co. Armagh) passed away peacefully at Craigavon Area Hospital, surrounded by her devoted family, on 16th December 2023. May she rest in peace.
Beloved daughter of the late James and Sarah Smith RIP and loving wife of the late Michael O’Dowd RIP. Precious mother of Dervila, Michael, Jimmy RIP, and Joseph and cherished grandmother of Philip and Ashleen.
Dear sister of May (Russell) RIP, Mona (McShane), Philomena (Evans) RIP, Anne (Gallagher), Margaret (Burke) RIP, James Smith, Thomas Smith and Clement Smith RIP.
Imelda's remains are reposing at her home, 4 West End, Bessbrook, from 7 pm today Monday 18th December 2023, until 6.30 pm on Tuesday 19th December 2023. Funeral leaving her home to arrive at St. Peter and St. Paul's Church, Bessbrook, at 7 pm.
Requiem Mass is on Wednesday 20th December 2023, at 11 am, and interment afterward in the adjoining cemetery.
Deeply regretted by her sons, daughter, grandchildren, sisters, brothers, nephews, nieces, and entire family circle and friends.
Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Trocaire, care of the family.