Tributes have been paid to Annmarie McCann and her daughter Bridin, who both passed away peacefully in hospital this week surrounded by their loving family
A mother and daughter from West Belfast are to have a funeral together after passing away days apart.
Tributes have been paid to Annmarie McCann and her daughter Bridin, who both passed away peacefully in hospital this week surrounded by their loving family.
Bridin, passed away on November 30, with her mum Annmarie passing away a few days later on December 4, bringing much heartbreak and sadness to her family and friends.
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A tribute post from Mallon Funeral Directors said: “McCann (nee Mervyn) Annmarie, died peacefully at hospital 4th December 2025. Surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife to Patsy. Adored mummy to Francine, Patrick, Carleen and the late Bridin. Loving Granny to Stephen, Ben, Caoimhe, Molly, Phelim and Conall. Great Granny, Sister, Aunt, Cousin and friend to many. R.I.P. Annmarie will arrive home to 59 Colinvale on Friday (Afternoon).
“McCann Bridin, died peacefully at hospital 30th November 2025. Surrounded by her loving family. Beloved daughter to Patsy and the late Annmarie.Loving mother to Caoimhe and Conall. A loving sister to Francine, Patrick and Carleen. Aunt, cousin and friend to many. R.I.P. Bridin is now home to the family home 59 Colinvale, for anyone wishing to call and pay their respects.
“Annmarie & Bridin will both leave on Monday 8th December at 9.30am for 10am Requiem Mass in The Church of the Nativity followed by burial in Milltown Cemetery. Our Lady Queen of Knock Pray for them.”
There has been an outpouring of grief on social media following the deaths of Annmarie and Bridin with many sending thoughts and prayers to the McCann family at this difficult time.
St Gall GAC issued a post on social media saying: “All at Naomh Gall are deeply saddened to hear of the deaths of Ann-Marie and Bridin McCann , beloved mother and sister of our gaelic4mothers player Carleen, and granny and aunt to our underage players Molly and Phelim
“We offer our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Carleen, Philly and the McCann family circle at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
“Our lady queen of the Gael pray for them.”
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