With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Mrs. McGrath, a highly respected and esteemed citizen. She was the beloved wife of Mr Timothy McGrath, a merchant residing on William Street. Mrs. McGrath’s demise occurred at her residence on the 4th of this month. Her death has left a void in the life of her husband, who has lost an excellent wife, her children, who mourn the loss of a loving mother, and the poor, who have lost a generous benefactor.

The immense regard held for the deceased was evident in the large number of people who attended her funeral at St. Michael’s Parish Church. Her remains were placed in a massive oak coffin, adorned with beautiful wreaths and inscribed with the following words: “Nora McGrath, died July 4th, 1904, aged 69 years, Rest in Peace.”

On Wednesday, the funeral proceedings commenced with the Office and Requiem High Mass at eleven o’clock. Reverend J. M. Cregan, Adm of St. Michael’s, presided over the ceremony, with Reverend J. J. Canll of Valleymount, Dublin (nephew of the deceased), as the celebrant. Reverend James O’Shea of Dromcollogher served as deacon, Reverend S. B. Culhane of Ballingarry as subdeacon (cousin), and Reverend P. Carroll of St. Joseph’s as the master of ceremonies. Reverend M. Murphy of St. John’s and Reverend J. A. O’Connor of St. Michael’s were the chanters. The choir consisted of esteemed clergy members, including Reverend Father Scanlan (President of St. Brendan’s College, Killarney), Reverend John Lee of St. Joseph’s, Reverend M. O’Riordan of St. Michael’s, and Reverend R. Devane of St. Joseph’s. A large congregation attended the solemn event.

The funeral procession to the family burial plot at Mount St. Lawrence Cemetery was one of the largest witnessed in the city in many years. It included representatives from all walks of life, not only from the city itself but also from the counties of Limerick, Clare, and Cork. All the clergy who participated in the office and Requiem High Mass were present at the funeral, as were members of the medical profession, including Dr O’Sullivan, Dr Graham, Dr Malone, and Dr Mulcahy.

The chief mourners were Timothy McGrath (husband), John Joseph McGrath (son), Thomas, Patrick, and Michael Cahill (brothers), along with numerous nephews and cousins of both the deceased and her husband.

Limerick Echo – Tuesday 12 July 1904