Teresa Molloy (née Shessagh) – Funeral Notice | Claremorris, Mayo
Teresa Moran, a resident of Shessagh, Taugheen, Claremorris, County Mayo, and formerly of Gortnagoyne, Dunmore, County Galway, died suddenly on Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was 82.
Born to Stephen and Mary Molloy, Mrs. Moran is survived by her eleven children: Joseph, Sean, Stephen, Connie, MT, Triona, Jarlath, Marguerita, Brian, Sandie, and Kevin. She was predeceased by her husband, John Moran, whose death was reported in December 2025 by Midwest Radio.
A devoted grandmother, Mrs. Moran leaves behind 30 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Breda, Dymphna, and Geraldine, as well as numerous daughters-in-law – Irene, Emma, Dearbhaile, Leila, and Samantha – and sons-in-law including Des Finn, JP Keane, Chris Green, Stephen Grant, and Hugo Lord.
Reposing took place at St. Coleman’s Funeral Home, Lower James Street, Claremorris (F12R3W8) on Saturday, March 21st, from 5 p.m. To 7 p.m. A Requiem Mass was held on Sunday, March 22nd, at 2 p.m. In St. Michael’s Church, Taugheen, followed by burial in Taugheen New Cemetery.
The family requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Irish Cancer Society c/o Summerville Funeral Directors in Ballintubber. The funeral mass was available for viewing online via Facebook.
