Denise Dowling Kelly

Denise Dowling Kelly (Ratoath, Co. Meath) passed away peacefully on the 4th of November 2025, surrounded by her loving family, under the wonderful care of the staff at St. Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown.

Predeceased by her beloved baby son Desmond and her dear mother May Dowling.

Forever loved and deeply missed by her heartbroken husband Desmond, her adored children Renata, Chloe, Matthew and Cameron, and her much-loved dogs Maple and Bailey. She will be remembered always for her warmth, strength, kindness and sense of humour, and fondly missed by her extended family and many wonderful loving friends.

May her gentle, kind soul rest in peace.

A heartfelt thank you to the amazing staff at St. Francis Hospice and the Mater Private Hospital for their exceptional care, kindness and compassion.

The family have requested the house to be private and family flowers only.

Funeral Mass on Friday at 11am in the Holy Trinity Church, Ratoath followed by cremation in Glasnevin crematorium at 1pm. Those unable to attend can follow Denise’s Funeral Mass on the weblink below.

The family would appreciate donations, if desired, to St. Francis Hospice on the link below.