Marian Row, Castlebar

The death of Mrs. Bridie Heverin, 24 Marian Row, Castlebar, removed from the community one of its best loved personalities who was widely regarded as a special lady.
She died as she lived on January 20 last – with grace, dignity and without complaint.
Born in 1919 on a beautiful hillside farm in Cornamona, Co. Galway, she was the middle child of five in a family whose first language was Irish.
She attended the local primary school where she not only attained the customary level of sixth class, but seventh, eighth and ninth classes as well. This was because there was no secondary school in the region and her teacher (Peadar) was blessed with both enthusiasm and encouragement.

Newport Road, Castlebar

She was a highly regarded music teacher in the town. As many as three generations of pupils came to her for piano lessons. She was one of a handful of people who taught music at the time and she built up a wide reputation throughout the town and county.
Marie married Michael Hynes, who died in 1993. Michael, originally from Main Street and also a well-known personality in Castlebar, worked in Western Hats. They had eight children and 22 grandchildren; all of whom were deeply devoted to their grandparents. Marie and Michael celebrated 40 years of marriage in 1988; when they renewed their marriage vows.
Family and friends were very important to Marie. She had a keen interest in her family's progress through life and had a special bond with her grandchildren. She often travelled abroad to visit her family, as well as many of her friends.

THE recent death of James Conway, Raheenbar, Castlebar, removed from the community a very popular and respected personality, a man who had endeared himself to all who knew him over the years.

James served as a psychiatric nurse in St. Mary's Hospital, Castlebar, for over 40 years and always treated those under his care with courtesy, compassion and understanding. He made many friends over the years in St. Mary's and his colleagues held him in high esteem. 

James had a lifelong interest in traditional music and he liked nothing better than to join in a lively session with his accordion.

He was also a keen fan of country and western music and travelled to many venues to hear his favourite singers.