"Free spirit" - Tributes to Kildare woman who passed away
Tributes posted following her death described Bridget as a “lovely”, “fun-loving” and “charismatic” woman
Tributes have been paid after the death of a woman with strong links to the Kilkea area of Co Kildare.
The death of Bridget Greene (née Brennan), of Shamrock Plaza, Shamrock Square, Carlow, and formerly of Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny and Kilkea, Co Kildare, has prompted an outpouring of tributes from family, friends and members of the wider community.
Bridget, who was predeceased by her parents Eddie and Margaret and her sister Teresa, was the beloved wife of the late Alistair Greene, much-loved mother of Dahmane Joseph and adored grandmother of Conor and Grace.
She will be sadly missed by her son, grandchildren, daughter-in-law Isabel, brothers Willie, Paddy, John and Joe, sisters Sarah, Elizabeth and Pauline, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Tributes posted following her death described Bridget as a “lovely”, “fun-loving” and “charismatic” woman, with many recalling her warmth, humour and lively personality. Friends and acquaintances in Graiguenamanagh remembered chatting with her while walking dogs, while others recalled meeting her around Carlow and during local heritage activities.
One tribute recalled Bridget as “always lovely and so funny”, while another described her as a “free spirit” who enjoyed catching up with friends. Several people spoke of fond memories from her years in Graiguenamanagh and Carlow.
Messages of sympathy have also come from members of the Brennan family in Ireland and overseas, with condolences extended to Bridget’s son and family, her siblings and the wider family circle.
Among those paying tribute were people from Carlow, Graiguenamanagh, Tullow, Leighlinbridge, Waterford, Co Mayo and the UK, reflecting the wide circle of people who knew Bridget and her family.
The family has confirmed that funeral arrangements will follow shortly.
Those offering condolences have remembered Bridget with affection and have wished her peace, with many sending their thoughts and prayers to her family at this difficult time.
May Bridget’s gentle soul rest in peace. Her memory will remain cherished by those who knew her.