RIP: ‘A beautiful person’ - Tributes paid to popular Waterford woman following sad passing


Tributes to the late Fiona Rea have come in from across Waterford
Fiona Rea, late of Arbour Road, Lisduggan, Waterford city, passed away on Tuesday, October 20.
Fiona was predeceased by her father Michael and her brother-in-law Kelvin.
She will be sadly missed by her loving daughter Lisa, mother Breda, son-in-law Michael, grandson Beau, brother Brendan, sisters Geraldine, Rose and Niamh, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Tributes to Fiona have flooded in from across Waterford following her sad passing.
Fine Gael councillor Frank Quinlan commented: “Shocked and saddened to hear of Fiona’s passing, what a lovely beautiful person, who always had a smile on her face.
“Sincere condolences to all her family at this difficult time. RIP.”
One local woman wrote: “The loveliest woman in every way possible.
“The first to remember a birthday, the first to congratulate anyone on even their smallest accomplishments and someone who always had time to chat to every single person who crossed her path. Rest in peace Fiona.”
“I’m so sad to hear this news. Fiona was an absolute lady, such a gentle, kind person,” another woman commented.
One local man wrote: “So sorry to hear this terrible news, a beautiful woman full of joy, happiness and not a bad word to say about anyone.
“She lit up every room she walked into and made everyone in it smile and laugh. May your gentle soul rest in peace.
“My deepest condolences to Fiona’s family and wide circle of friends, at this terribly sad and heartbreaking time.”
Others described Fiona as “the nicest girl”, “an absolute lady” and “just a beautiful person inside and out”.
Fiona reposed at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack Street on Friday, October 23.
Requiem Mass took place at St. Paul’s Church, Lisduggan on Saturday, October 24, followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner.
May She Rest in Peace.
