Peacefully at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her beloved husband John, son Roy, sister Violet, brothers Charlie, Michéal and Paddy Joe.

Valerie beloved mother of Virgina & Crystal, and loving sisster of Tommy (Jackdaw), Teresa, Pansey and Nan. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving daughters, brother, sisters, grandchildren Jim, Sherrie, Sarah, Thomas, Courtney, Jade, Sean & Jersey & Dallas, great-grandchildren Mason & Bailey, Dakotah, Skyler, Roman, A.J., Arabella Rose, Emerald, Elizajane and Paul, in-laws, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May Her Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.

Due to current Government and HSE restrictions on large gatherings Valerie funeral will be strictly private at all times to family only.

Funeral will leave McGowan`s funeral home, Ballina on Monday morning at 10.30am via Lord Edward St, to arrive at St. Patrick`s Church for funeral mass at 11.am with burial afterwards in Leigue Cemetery.

A memorial mass for the repose of the soul of Valerie will be held at a later date.

Family flowers only, donations if desired : The Motor Neurome Disease Association or Palliative Care.,  C/o McGowan`s funeral directors.

Valerie`s family wish to thank you for your understanding ang co-operation at this very difficult time.

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