Maggie Duggan Obituary, Death – It is with a heavy heart that we in the Portlaoise GAA community receive the news of Maggie Duggan’s passing, a beloved resident of Dublin Road. Maggie, the loving wife of Dan, held a special place as the matriarch of an extraordinary Portlaoise GAA family.
Their dedication to the club was unwavering, and each of their children proudly donned the green and white of Portlaoise and the blue and white of Laois. Maggie and Dan, with roots in Ballybrophy, were ardent supporters of the club, taking immense pride in their children’s achievements in both football and hurling.
Ann and Noeleen excelled on the ladies’ football team, while Liam, Cyril, and the late John (may he rest in peace) shone as star players in both codes. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the Duggan family, along with their extended relatives, during this difficult time. May Maggie find eternal peace.
Details for the funeral and death notice are as follows: Margaret (Maggie) Duggan (née McEvoy), of Dublin Road, Portlaoise, and formerly of Kilcoke, Ballybrophy, Co. Laois, peacefully passed away on September 13, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and in the care of the staff at The Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise.
She was the cherished wife of Dan and beloved mother to Ann, John (R.I.P), Liam, Cyril, and Noeleen. Maggie will be fondly remembered by her sons-in-law Eamonn and Barry, daughters-in-law Anna, Marie, and Angela, adoring grandchildren, great-grandchild, brother and sister-in-law Fintan and Mary, nieces, nephews, cousins, former colleagues in St. Fintan’s Hospital, and many friends.
Maggie was predeceased by her loving son John, brothers Billy and Seán, and sisters Mollie, Judy, and Bridie. Her remains will be reposing at Keegan’s Funeral Home, Portlaoise, on Friday evening from 5:30 pm, with a rosary at 8 pm. On Saturday, a removal from her residence at 11:30 a.m. will lead to SS Peter and Pauls Church for a requiem mass at 12 noon. Following the service, interment will take place in SS Peter and Pauls Cemetery, Portlaoise.
