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31 Mar 2026

RIP: 'I'll always be your little soldier' - Kildare man's tragic tribute to his mum

Carole Delavari was from Kilcock, Kildare and formerly of Hartstown, Dublin 15.

RIP: 'I'll always be your little soldier' - Kildare man's tragic tribute to his mum

Rest in Peace Carole Delavari

A loving mother from Kildare has sadly died in hospital recently and messages of condolences have poured in from many people.

One heartbreaking tribute in particular has been left by the woman's son who shared the tragic news on social media.

Carole Delavari was from Kilcock, Kildare and formerly of Hartstown, Dublin 15. She passed away on March 28, 2026, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in the excellent care of the staff at Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown.

Carole was the beloved mother of Seán, Craig, Kyle and Sophie and a devoted nana of Korey, Arabella, Ellie, Emielle, Myah and Kreed. She is sadly missed by her loving sons, daughter, sister Hilary, brothers David and Keith, grandchildren, daughters-in-law Noelle and Jen, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.

A funeral will be held for Carole this week in Kilcock.

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Reposing at her residence on Wednesday evening (April 1st) between 5 pm and 8 pm. Removal on Thursday morning (April 2nd) to St. Coca’s Church, Kilcock arriving for Funeral Prayers at 10 am followed by Cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium. 

Carole's son Kyle shared an emotional message for her loving mother on the social media of a gym in Kilcock where he is a personal trainer and where Carole was working out just a few days prior to her passing.

Her son said: "No words can describe how I'm feeling at the moment. Mam last week you were only in the gym doing 8K on the Rower.

"What a difference a few days can make. I know you'll be looking down on me right now I'll make you proud. Gym will be closed on Thursday the 2nd Of April as a mark of respect to my mam.

"Rest In Peace, Mam. I'll always be your little soldier."

Countless messages have also been left on RIP.ie for the woman who was known and loved by many in Kildare.

One mourner said, "To Carole's beautiful family whom she adored so much I send my sincere condolences to each one of you on the passing of your very special mam. I had the pleasure of working with Carole for many years in Boots and what a fun time we had with Carole. 

“I'll treasure these thoughts forever may she rest in peace xx Until we meet and hopefully laugh again my lovely pal Carole".

Another message said, "I'm am devastated to hear of the passing of my dear friend Carole. My Boots Bestie who adored and loved her children more than anything in the world.

"We worked alongside each other and we cried and laughed at so many things that happened to us.

"Kind, funny, blunt, straight to the point but above all a really true trusted friend. I will miss you. Sending love to all her children and grandchildren at this heartbreaking time . So so sorry I'm in Portugal but will be tuning in on the day.
Sleep tight my friend never forgotten."

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