Mary Callan R.I.P 18th March 2025
Mary Callan, who passed away on 18th March last, was a very popular and socially involved person in the Malahide community. She was born and raised in Culleen, Kilsallagh, Westport Co Mayo in 1942. She then spent her young adult years in England, frequenting Irish clubs, where she met her Prince Charming, Michael from Monaghan. In the early 70’s they settled in Seamount, Malahide where they happily reared their 4 sons over the next 20 years or so.
Having some free time at this stage in her midlife, Mary packed it up with an intensive social diary. In fact when Mick was retiring he was asked if he was going to be in Mary’s way around the house, to which he replied that was unlikely as Mary was always out.
For her 50th birthday, she requested a bicycle! That was the beginning of many happy cycling trips each Tuesday for a group of Malahide friends, which included many long coffee and chats sessions. Other days were scheduled for swimming, Par 3 golf, and walks in the park. Evenings during the week were for Bridge, where they sometimes played together as a couple, but did arrange individual partners – so it all worked out pleasurable, and they are still fondly remembered by their Bridge circle. Weekends were taken up with dancing and ceili sessions which they both enjoyed. Plenty of trips within and outside Ireland were also factored into her busy social life, from An Grianan to Barcelona, Mary was always ready to travel. As a married couple, they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a party of family and friends.
Sadly Mick died in November 2019, and Mary after some time went to Highfield Nursing home , where she spent her final 3 years. Her final resting place is back in Co Mayo where it all began.
We extend our deepest sympathy to her dear sons, their wives and adored grandchildren.
Valerie Kelly, and friends Jean Hehir and Dolores Liston filled some gaps!
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