Celebrating the life of Molly Doherty (Garvin)
The passing of Molly Doherty (née Garvin) marks the loss of a beloved member of the Killala community in Co. Mayo. She lived a life of quiet faith, family devotion, and generosity, and she was deeply cherished by those who had the privilege to know her. Molly was predeceased by her husband John and her parents Michael and Mary Garvin, leaving behind a wide circle of cousins, relatives, neighbours, and a large network of friends whose lives were brightened by her kindness and steadfast presence.
Residents and staff at Moyridge Nursing Home in Ballina cared for Molly with warmth and compassion, a testament to the strong sense of community that defined her years in Mayo. Those who knew her remember a person who valued family ties and looked out for others with a gentle, steady spirit. Her memory will live on in the stories shared by relatives and friends who gathered around her over the years, and in the countless small acts of friendship that she extended to many.
Reposing and funeral arrangements
Reposing at Lynn’s Funeral Home, Killala, on Monday from 6pm, with removal at 7pm to St. Patrick’s Church, Killala, for prayer reception. The Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday at 12 noon in St. Patrick’s Church, followed by burial in Killala cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Moyridge Nursing Home Resident’s Comfort Fund, c/o Lynn’s Funeral Directors. The funeral Mass can be viewed by those who cannot attend, providing a way for friends and family near and far to join in tribute.
In the days ahead, those who wish to pay their respects and offer condolences are welcome to leave a message in the online condolence book or reach out to the family through the funeral home. Molly’s friends and community members are invited to remember her life and share their memories, keeping alive the values she embodied—care for others, family, and community spirit.
A life of community, memory, and gratitude
Across Killala and the wider Mayo area, Molly’s life touched many. Her presence at family gatherings, parish events, and local milestones leaves an imprint of warmth and welcome that will be missed by all who knew her. In the days ahead, her family will draw strength from the outpouring of sympathy and the shared remembrances that keep her memory alive. Those who cared for Molly at Moyridge Nursing Home deserve thanks for their dedication, and the family appreciates the compassion shown during her final days.
How to honor Molly
If you would like to support Molly’s memory, donations to Moyridge Nursing Home Resident’s Comfort Fund are gratefully accepted in lieu of flowers. Condolences and memories can be left on the funeral home’s tribute page, where close friends and extended family can join in remembering a life well lived. May Molly’s soul rest in peace, and may her family find comfort in the love of those who share in their sorrow.
