RIP: 'Sweetest soul' with 'beautiful smile' passes away in Carlow

A woman who had been living in Carlow and was described as the “sweetest soul” passed away peacefully.

Shirley Doyle of Rochfort Manor, Graiguecullen, Carlow and formerly of Rahin Rd., Ballylinan, Co. Laois, died surrounded by her loving family on November 1st.

She had been under the “wonderful and compassionate” care of the nurses and staff at Vincent’s Private Hospital, Dublin.

Shirley was the beloved partner of Keith, much loved daughter of William and Eileen, cherished sister of Kevin, Darrell and Rachel and adored aunt of Tiernan, Rónán, Hailey and Madison.

She will be sadly missed by her loving partner, parents, brothers, sister, brothers-in-law Paudge and Robert, sisters-in-law Sharon, Lynn, Deirdre and Mairead, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, relatives and friends.

Condolences online remember Shirley’s “beautiful” and “friendly” smile, while describing her as the “sweetest soul.”

“Ms Doyle always had a friendly smile and chat for both my children. She helped in more ways than can ever be expressed,” one lady wrote.

“She inspired confidence and I cannot emphasis just how much she did for me and all the other students who got to speak with her... I carry the confidence and courage she encouraged in me. I am just one of many students who have been effected by her kindness and encouragement,” a former student said.

Shirley will repose at Carpenter Bros Funeral Home, Shamrock Square on Wednesday, November 4th from 3pm until 8pm.

A cremation Service will take place on Thursday at 11am in Carpenter Bros Cremation Chapel.

Family Flowers only please and donations, if desired, to Éist, Cancer Support Services