Tributes paid to 'kind' and 'gentle' Kilkenny woman following sad passing

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to Mother Agnes O'Shea, originally from Garryricken, Co Kilkenny, who passed away earlier this month, aged 92.

The Kilkenny native spent most of her life in Glencairn, Co Waterford, residing at St Mary's Abbey.

Sr Agnes devoted much of her life to her faith, serving in a number of roles including, Mistress of Novices from 1968 to 1989 and Abbess of Glencairn from 1995 until 2001.

People from Counties Kilkenny, Waterford and across the country flocked online to pay heartwarming tributes to the deceased.

One person commented: "She was such a beautiful person and was so kind and gentle. She was a joy to meet. May she rest in peace."

While another tribute read: "Her serene and friendly manner as well as her deep spirituality endeared her to everyone. May Sr. Agnes now enjoy eternal happiness in her heavenly home."