Tributes flow after sudden death of young mother who 'could light up any room'
Ciara, who was in her late 20s and from Ballincollig, passed away suddenly at Cork University Hospital on Thursday, a profound loss for her family, colleagues and many friends.
As a mark of respect, Clancy's Bar was closed on Saturday, allowing staff to pay their respects to their dearly-departed colleague, reports Cork Beo.
One colleague said: "Her smile and laugh could light up any room, and she brought so much warmth to everyone around her.
"As our manager at Clancy's, her strength, guidance, and support meant the world to us. She led with her heart, not just in her work, but in who she was. Rest in peace, Ciara. You'll be deeply missed and always remembered."
A heartfelt social media post on behalf of Clancy's Bar read: "We at Clancy's are deeply saddened at the sudden passing of our team member and GM Ciara O'Callaghan. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Ciara's family, friends, colleagues, and all who knew and loved her."
Ms O'Callaghan, a mother to a young girl and one of five sisters, is survived by her parents, John and Susan, her daughter Milli, sisters, brothers-in-law Shane, Craigh, Colm and Jordan, nephews, nieces, uncles, aunts, cousins, relatives, colleagues and friends.
The family of Ciara have requested that attendees of the funeral wear bright-coloured outfits. She will be lying in repose at Crowley's Funeral Home, Ballincollig on Monday from 6.00pm with prayers at 7.00pm.
A Requiem Mass will be held at 11.00am on Tuesday (July 15) in the Church of St Mary and St John, Ballincollig, followed by her funeral at St Oliver's Cemetery.
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