Community in Mourning as Roisin McCaffrey Passes Peacefully at Home in Fermanagh
A quiet rural community in Fermanagh is coming together in grief after the peaceful passing of Roisin McCaffrey, who died at her home on Saturday, May 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family following a short illness.
Her passing has left a deep void among relatives, friends and neighbours who knew her as a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Roisin McCaffrey, née McElroy, lived at Dernawilt Road in Aghadrumsee and her life story is now being remembered through messages of condolence and support flowing in from across the local area.
She was predeceased by her husband James, her parents Rose and Thomas McElroy, her grandson Luke and her brother Pat. She is survived by her children Bernadette, Martin and Gerard, along with their families and her cherished grandchildren, who were a central part of her life. Loved ones describe a family deeply bonded, now facing an immense loss.
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Arrangements for her final farewell have been made with care and tradition. Roisin will repose at her family home, allowing friends and neighbours to pay their respects over the coming days. Her funeral Mass is scheduled to take place at St. Macartan’s Church in Aghadrumsee, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. The service will also be available via live stream, allowing those further afield to join in remembrance.
In place of flowers, the family has requested donations to be made to Foyle Hospice or Marie Curie, reflecting a spirit of compassion and gratitude for the care she received during her illness. Funeral director services are being coordinated locally, ensuring arrangements are handled with dignity and respect during this difficult time.
Beyond the formal arrangements, what stands out most is the sense of community loss. Neighbours and friends remember Roisin not just for her family role, but for her presence in everyday life, a familiar and steady figure in a close-knit rural setting.
As the community prepares to say its final goodbye, this moment serves as a reminder of how deeply one life can be woven into the fabric of many others. Stay with us for continuing coverage and updates as families and communities across the region come together in remembrance and support.
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