Josephine (Josie) Hession (née Dunleavy)

Cairns Hill, Sligo

Peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her husband Joe and daughter Noreen. Dearly loved mother of Seamus, Margaret, Seán, Breege, Mary, Martin and Stephen.

Sadly missed by her loving family, sister-in-law Una Dunleavy, in-laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Rest in Peace.

Reposing privately at the family home. Mass of the Resurrection at 11.00am on Saturday July 31st in Saint Johns Church, Carraroe, Sligo. Burial follows in Sligo Cemetery. Funeral Mass will be livestreamed at www.churchtv.ie/carraroe

Covid-19 restrictions apply and number limited to 50 persons at all times. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired, to the Alzheimers Day Care Centre, Aughamore, Sligo c/o Seán Feehilys Funeral Home, Cartron Cross, Sligo at feehilys.ie/pay. Condolence messages for the family can be left at rip.ie, in private at www.feehilys.ie or by traditional manner.

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Michelle Oates & family

50 Oakfield Crescent Sligo

Submitted 22 November 2025

To all the Hession family We are very sorry for the loss of your mum/ grandma Josie she was a wonderful gentle lady

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