The death has occurred of Eileen Kearns née McDonagh of Clapham North, South London peacefully at St Thomas’ Hospital, London surrounded by her loving family.
Eileen was predeceased by her parents Joe and Evelyn McDonagh (Lissalough).
Beloved wife of Michael, loving mother of Brenda, Michael and Fiona, and devoted nanny of Áine, Gabriel, Liam, Isabella, Max and Dexter.
She will be sadly missed by her husband, daughters, son, grandchildren, sister Mary, brother-in-law Peter, and brother Francie, sons-in-law Marcus and David, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.
May Eileen Rest in Peace.
Reposing at McGowan’s Funeral Home and Crematorium, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91AKW5) on Friday 7th November from 7:00pm with prayers at 8:00pm. Requiem Mass will take place at The Church of the Sacred Heart and St Joseph, Rockfield, Coolaney on Saturday 8th November 2025 at 12pm followed by burial in Kilmactranny Cemetery, via Geevagh, Co. Sligo.
You can stream Eileen’s funeral mass live by clicking ‘Livestream’ below.
Family flowers only please.
Donations if desired to Dementia UK, care of The Foley and McGowan’s Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.
You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for her family below.
I was so saddened to hear of her passing. I had the privilege of seeing her each week, and our little walks together are memories I’ll always hold close. She was truly one of the kindest, gentlest souls I’ve ever met – always smiling, always thoughtful. She had such a warm presence that touched everyone around her. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. She will be deeply missed
Rest in peace you lovely lady. Thinking of Michael and all the family.
God Bless
Laney xxx
Deepest Sympathy to Michael Michael Jr Brenda Fiona on the passing of your lovely wife Mother and Grandmother Eileen was a beautiful lady ,she will be so missed by you all She is at peace now May her Gentle Soul Rest Peacefully 🙏🙏
Our deepest sympathies to Eileen’s family, you are all in our thoughts at this very sad and difficult time. May Eileen’s souls rest peacefully
My condolences to the family of Eileen Kearns.
O gentlest Heart of Jesus ever present in the Blessed Sacrament, ever consumed with burning love for the poor captive souls in Purgatory, have mercy on the soul of Thy servant, Eileen. Be not severe in Thy judgement, but let some drops of Thy Precious Blood fall upon our beloved departed, and do thou, O merciful Saviour, send Thy angels to conduct the soul of Thy servant to a place of refreshment and peace. Amen.
In Christ,
Br Edmund Roffey
Condolences to Michael, Brenda, Michael & Fiona, and to the extended Kearns & McDonagh families.
Eileen was a great friend to our mother, Nora and a regular visitor to our home in Killoran. A wonderful lady — kind in nature and full of fun. We have so many happy memories and stories of Eileen.
May she rest in eternal peace.
Deepest Condolences on the passing of Eileen.
Time passes but Love Endures.
May Eileen be among The Communion of Saints.
Frank & Daniel McCluskey
Our heartfelt & deepest condolences to Michael,
Brenda, Michael & Fiona & the extended Kearns family. Eileen was a very special & beautiful lady.
We are truly honoured & privileged to have such a kind, wonderful friend in our lives for so many years. We will always keep you in our hearts. Rest in peace Eileen. Xxx
Very sad news to hear of your mums passing Michael may she rest in peace deepest sympathy to you and all your family. God bless you all
So sorry to hear the sad passing of Eileen a lovely lady she was condolences to Michael and all the family .
She was the nicest, kindest, gentlest soul l have ever met. I have fond memories of our times together in Clapham Common.
May her gentle soul rest in peace and rise in glory. With love and heartfelt sympathy from
My sincere sympathies to Michael and family on the sad passing of Eileen who was a great friend for over 60 years. Lily Diamond, Kevinsfort, Sligo
Deepest condolences Michael and family on your very sad loss , may you find comfort at this difficult and lonely time and may Eileen’s soul Rest in Heavenly Peace
Michael, may I express my consolation, empathy and loss.
Eileen will be dearly missed. I did not know Eileen personally but it is clearly emphasised and highlighted in the many condolences she was an outstanding, kind and wonderful person and she is in my thoughts and prayers. Michael, be strong despite the fact your world is dark right now you are soon able to see some light in the memories you had with Eileen.
Should there be anything I can do for you, do not hesitate to let me know.
Rest in piece and condolences to your family.
Love, Dora Madisetti
Deepest sympathy to all Eileen’s loved ones may she rest in peace.
R.I.P eileen thinking of michael and all the family from peggy
Our deepest sympathy to Michael and family, at this sad time in your lives.
May Eileen rest peacefully, she will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Love Cathy & Caroline Murphy x
With Deepest Sympathy to Michael and Family on the sad loss of Dear Eileen
Such a sweet person we had the pleasure to meet her a few times.
With Love
Sincere condolences to Michael, Brenda, Michael, Fiona and all the family. Eileen was such a lovely, gentle and kind lady who will be forever missed. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. May she rest in peace. 🙏
So sorry to hear of Eileen’s passing, my condolences to Mick and the family. RIP Eileen.
My deepest sympathy to Michael and all the family at this sad time.
Eileen was a lovely lady.
May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
Gerry Hughes
(Galway and London)
Sincere condolences to Michael Brenda Michael Jr & Fiona on the passing of Eileen (RIP)
I worked with Eileen in the South London Hospital , she was always smiling & was truly the most kind & caring nurse to her patients. Rest in heavenly peace now Eileen.
To all the family of Eileen Kearins Michael and Mary Brennan of Copse, Boyle send our deepest sympathy to you all. We never met Eileen but we felt we knew her from her sister Mary. May she rest in peace. Sorry we were unable to attend the funeral today.
My heart goes to Mr Micheal (as I fondly call you) , Brenda, Micheal Jnr, Fiona, Marcus, Dave and the Grandchildren in this sad time. Knowing your lovely family as Eileen’s Carer was a great privilege I will forever cherish. All I can say is do not be sad because Eileen is with the Angels receiving all the pampering she deserves.
Mr Micheal, I understand the world is dark for you right now, my prayers are with you. May you see the light and may the lights guide you.
Sincere condolences to Michael and family on the loss of Eileen. Such a beautiful kind lady. May she rest in eternal peace. From Tricia, Richard and all the McNamas
Sincere condolences to Michael and all the family on Eileen’s passing. RIP.