27th, December 2021, peacefully, in his 93rd year after a short illness in the excellent and loving care of his family and the staff of Ballina District Hospital.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Kathleen (Kay) nee Boland, his sister Eileen Slemon and brother Cannon James Gilvarry. Michael will be sadly missed by his children: Ann Kilawee, Cathrina O‘Flaherty, Mary Kilcullen, John, Michelle Munnelly, James and Thomas; dearly missed by his beloved sister Mary Deighan and his cherished thirteen grandchildren, great grandson, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

He dedicated his life from an early age to his work as a Farmer, he was a keen gardener and loved life and all its joys. He was at one with nature. A lifelong member of the Pioneer Association and served as Steward of The Knock Shrine Society for many years.

Reposing at his residence ‘The Masters Crossroads, Rathoma, Killala, Co.Mayo, F26 KP03’.

Removal on Wednesday evening to the Church of the Holy Rosary, Cooneal for 6pm

Funeral Mass at 11am on Thursday 30th December 2021 followed by burial in Killala Cemetery, Killala.

The funeral mass can be viewed online at the following link: www.churchtv.ie

Donations (if desired) to Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation.

In keeping with HSE guidelines please observe social distancing at all times, wearing face masks and no hand shaking.