'A heartbreaking loss' - Tributes pour in following sad passing of beloved Mayo woman

Tributes have been paid following the sad passing of Elaine Hynes (née Coy), late of Newport road, Castlebar, Mayo, and formerly Lynn, Boston, Massachusetts.

Elaine passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. She is predeceased by her husband Noel, father Ernie, brothers Norman and Arthur and her mother’s partner Al Boudreaux.

Elaine is deeply regretted by her loving family Susy, Noelaine, Johnny, Dermot and Emilene, mother Emily Boudreaux (Boston, MA), adored grandchildren Eamonn Jr. and Aizen, brothers and sisters Mary, Joey, Gary, Gael, Gracie, Gloria and Anette, son-in-law Eamonn, Johnny’s partner Grace, brother-in-law Alan Hynes and his wife Margaret, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Heartfelt condolences have been left on RIP.ie, from those who knew and fondly remembered Elaine, with one mourner writing,

"Sympathies to all the family what a heartbreaking loss, nothing but happy memories of Elaine , may she rest peacefully."

Another wroteL "Sincere sympathy to Susy, Noelaine, Johnny, Dermot and Emilene on the sad passing of your beautiful Mum Elaine. She always had the sweet perfect smile, I'm really sorry for your great loss, so young, a beautiful grandmother, a kind woman, may her gentle soul rest in peace."

While another wrote: "Aww Elaine...so sad...now rest in peace. Thanks for your wonderful friendship...your gorgeous nature and kindness."

Funeral Arrangements

Elaine will repose at Coady’s Funeral home, Castlebar, F23 XY63, on Friday, January 10, from 5.30-7pm.

Funeral cortege will arrive at the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar on Saturday morning at 10.45am for Requiem Mass at 11.30am.

Elaine will be laid to rest afterwards in Castlebar New Cemetery.

House private please.