Former teacher at Mercy College, Sligo.
The death has occurred peacefully of Mary Curran, in the loving and attentive care of the doctors, nurses and staff at North West Hospice, Sligo.
Predeceased by her parents John and Sarah Curran.
She will be sadly missed by her cousins, relatives, great neighbours, former colleagues at Mercy College and her many friends and students whose lives she touched throughout her years of teaching.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis
Reposing at The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo (F91 YR61) on Thursday 25th June 2026 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Funeral will arrive at St. Anne’s Church, Sligo on Friday 26th June 2026 at 11:00am for Requiem mass with funeral proceeding to Rahoon Cemetery, Galway for burial after, arriving at approximately 2:00pm.
You can stream Mary’s Funeral mass live by clicking ‘Livestream’ below.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired to North West Hospice, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.
You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for her family below.
Sending deepest sympathy to the family of Miss Curran. So sorry to hear of her passing.
RIP Mary Curran – you were a very caring teacher. Your love for the Irish language was so encouraging to me as a student! May you rest in eternal peace.
Mary was a lady who taught me many moons ago. Condolences to all of her family. May she Rest In Peace.
Rest in Peace Ms. Curran. Had the pleasure of being taught by this lovely lady when I attended the Mercy College.
A wonderful, kind teacher. May she rest in peace.
Condolences to all of Ms Currans family and friends. Ms Curran was a kind and patient teacher. May she rest in peace.