Messages of support sent to a much-loved matron at St Theresa’s Nursing Home

On her leaving, staff at St Theresa’s Nursing Home thanked Ann Fitzpatrick for her support both personally and professionally. They spoke of her dedication and care at St Theresa’s. Here are their kind words. 

“I have worked with Ann Fitzpatrick for just 13 years. Ann always made sure the residents and staff were always looked after. Thank you Ann for all you have done.”
-Jacinta Tobin

“I’d just like to say I want to thank Ann for getting the staff and residents through the pandemic safely.
“Not only did she guide us in the right direction at work, but helped keep our own families safe too during this difficult time.
“ I have enjoyed working alongside Ann for almost three years some great memories we all have, and wish her Tom and Joanie every best wishes and luck for the future.” -Mandy Lawlor

Nursing home in Thurles says goodbye to its wonderful Matron - Ann Fitzpatrick

“Ann is a very caring, hard-working and dedicated nurse and manager. Both the residents and staff have been very lucky to have her look after them, especially during Covid-19 times. Thankfully no residents passed during this time. Both Ann and the staff who worked during this time deserve an award for this great care and achievement. Thank you, Ann, and best of luck in your new chapter.”-Sheila Lalor

“I would like to thank Ann for the great work and dedication she has put into the care of residents and staff at St Theresa’s Nursing Home Thurles over the years.

Especially her dedicated work in protecting the residents, staff and their families during the unprecedented times during the start of the Covid virus.

From the very start her time, effort and love went into protecting the residents and keeping that horrible virus out of their home. Due to this hard work, we all came through safe and well. We wish you the best of luck for the future Ann.” -Nora Ryan

'Honesty, care and integrity,' Matron Ann Fitzpatrick on her time at St Theresa’s Thurles

“This is a note to thank you for being the best boss. I have truly enjoyed working for you over the past few years, and a great experience for me. Wish you all the best, and God bless you. Thank you.” -Anita Zuga

“Just to say thank you to Ann for my experience with her in St Theresa’s. It was a pleasure to work with her for the last two years. I wish her all the best in the future.” -Michelle O’Grady

“I don’t know what to say, I was with her for more than one and a half years and without any doubt, and I can say that she is an amazing Matron. As a Nurse, as a mentor, as a protector, as a spiritual leader and so on. I wish you all the best for her and her family.” -Soumya Thomas

“Thank you for being a great leader. It was a great experience to work with you. We will miss your hard work, dedication, and effort. Great leaders like yourself impact their workplace, and it is obvious that. Good wishes for your health, wealth and happiness. Thank you again, and best wishes.” -Sumitha Grace Babu

“To be able to work under a boss like you has been the greatest honour. Your hard work, unconditional care, support and motivation are a few characteristics that make you a phenomenal leader. We are extremely grateful for everything. Thank you.” -Seenu Jacob

“Best wishes Ann. Thank you for the past 22 years. All the best for the future." -Margaret Bowe

“Thank you Ann for everything you have done, and you were well appreciated." -Damien Duff

"Ann is a great leader with strong personality, her punctuality, responsibility, observation and dedication
towards the job is a life lesson for many Nurses. She was a good leader, who filled with all the qualities of
a good nurse. She was always there for the right and safety of the residents and staff.

From my experience Ann always there at any time for help, she was always available. Her first priority always the
safety of the residents. All the residents were safe in her hands.  especially at the time of pandemic her
role was inevitable, she given her 100 percentage to protect the residents and staff's family. I think, Ann's
life was her profession that much she was sincere in her role, she sacrificed a lot. I thank Joanie and
Tom to give Ann us... I thank you Ann, for all the lessons and moments. 

May all your years ahead be filled with the rich rewards of joy which you greatly deserve. God bless and keep you and your family safe always. Miss you Ann. With lots of love," -Jeeshma Joseph

"I worked with Ann for 12 years and during those years the needs of the residents and staff came before her own needs, Ann was always there for support not just in work life but with personal issues she was always there for us.

"Ann was always one step ahead of everything throughout the pandemic and helped us all through it safely. I wish Ann and family nothing but the best going forward, thank you for everything you have done." -Stephanie Purcell