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Esther Dowling (née Byrne)

Coill Dubh

Esther Dowling (née Byrne), Coill Dubh.

Peacefully, 21st July 2026, at Naas Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her son Jason, grandson Kedagh, also her parents and siblings.

Esther will be sadly missed by her loving husband John, daughters Glenda, Niamh and Charlene, son in law John, grandchildren Sadhbh, Ellie J, Jayden, Dion, Dainagh, Jason, Croia, and Lillymay, sister Agnes, brother in law Larry, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends. 

May Esther Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Glennons Funeral Home, Allenwood from 5pm - 7pm on Thursday (23rd July) with prayers at 6.30pm.

Removal from her residence on Friday morning to arrive at Christ The King Church, Cooleragh for Requiem Mass at 12noon, followed by burial in St. Benignus Cemetery, Staplestown.

House strictly private please. 

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to "The Friends of Naas Hospital".

Esther's funeral mass will be live streamed here.

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