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13 Apr 2026

RIP: 'A true gem'- Tributes paid to popular Waterford lady who sadly passed recently

Josie's family gave thanks to all the staff at Waterford nursing home for the care and kindness shown to Josie over the past years

RIP: 'A true gem'- Tributes paid to popular Waterford lady who sadly passed recently

Tributes have poured in following the recent death of a Waterford lady who will be dearly missed by many.

Josephine (Josie) Barrett (née McGrath) has sadly passed away at Killure Bridge Nursing Home in Waterford City on 11th April 2026.

Josie's family gave thanks to all the staff at Killure Bridge Nursing Home for the care and kindness shown to Josie over the past years.

Josie, predeceased by her parents Mary and Thomas, sister Maura and brother Tommy, is sadly missed by her loving son Thomas, daughters Deborah, Claire and Leanne, daughter-in-law Rose, grandchildren Sinéad, Roísín, Rachel, Sarah, Jack, Liam, Martin, Stephen and Alfie, great-grandchildren, brother Harry, sisters Peggy, Helena, Noeleen and Terry, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

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Heartfelt messages have been left on RIP.ie, from those who knew and fondly remembered Josie, with one mourner writing,

"So Sorry to hear of Josies passing, she was a lovely jolly lady & always a smile on her face. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May Josie rest in peace".

Another message said, "Was very sad to hear this news today. Josie was a very kind and quiet lady. Always had a smile for everyone. Her family meant the world to her. Rest in peace Josie it was a absolute pleasure to have known you".

"Deepest Condolences to the Barrett family. Josie was a true gem, it was so nice to have her as a neighbour. She gave us some great memories growing up and. It was always a joy to be around her," another mourner said.

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