Sadness at death of popular Portlaoise woman
Annette Lawlor passed away peacefully on Thursday
An immensely popular Portlaoise woman has passed away surrounded by her loving family.
Annette Lawlor, of Oak Leaf Place, Portlaoise died at home on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
She was well known in GAA and bingo circles and through her engagement with the community in general.
Predeceased by her beloved son Ian, her parents Peter and Agnes, her sisters Rita, Mag and Kathleen, and her nephews PJ and Shane. Adored and cherished mother of Paul, Wayne, Gemma and Owen.
Annette will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her devoted family; her sons-in-law Fahad and Ej, her cherished grandchildren Sara and Sameer, her brother Tom, sisters Mary, Paula, Tina and Aggie, her dear dog Snowy, nieces and nephews, extended family, relatives, friends and neighbours. May Annette’s Gentle Soul Rest in Heavenly Peace.
Annette will repose at her home, 25 Oak Leaf Place, Portlaoise, on Monday, 10th August and Tuesday, 11th August from 12 noon on both days, with Rosary at 7.30pm each evening.
Requiem Mass will take place on Wednesday, 12th August at 12 noon in St Peter and Paul’s Church, Portlaoise, followed by burial in St Peter and Paul’s Cemetery, Portlaoise.
Annette’s Requiem Mass can be viewed via the Portlaoise Parish webcam.