The 29=year-old primary school teacher has been remembered for “her kindness, her gentle nature, and the incredible patience she had with the kids”
Roisin McKelvey
A school in Co Donegal has led tributes following the sudden death of a beloved young teacher “whose kind heart, beautiful smile and generous nature touched the lives of so many”.
Róisín McKelvey, from Terhillion in Termon, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 16, .at the age of just 29.
Her family announced the tragic news in a notice shared on RIP.ie as they paid tribute to Róisín, who has been remembered as “a truly special young woman”.
“The death has occurred of: Róisín McKelvey, Terhillion, Termon (formally Cummeen, Doochary) unexpectedly, on 16 of July, aged 29,” the death notice read.
“Beloved and cherished daughter of Neil and Eileen, dearly loved sister of Brendan and Megan, fondly valued sister-in-law of Cathal, adored aunt of Hannah, and much-loved granddaughter of Máire McGill.
“Heartbreakingly missed and forever loved by her family, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, neighbours and her many dear friends.
“Róisín was a truly special young woman whose kind heart, beautiful smile and generous nature touched the lives of so many. She will be remembered with immense love and affection by all who had the privilege of knowing her.”
Tributes have poured in for the popular young teacher
Róisín worked as a teacher at Scoil Colmcille, a boys’ primary school located in Letterkenny, where she made a huge impression on her pupils and co-workers.
The school have paid tribute to the popular educator as they issued a statement which read: “It is with profound sadness that the Board of Management, staff, pupils and the entire Scoil Cholmcille community have learned of the passing of our much-loved colleague, Miss Róisín Mc Kelvey.
“At this time of immense loss, we extend our heartfelt sympathies to her family, friends and all who knew and loved her. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this very difficult time.
“May her gentle soul rest in peace.”
A number of Rosisin’s former pupils have shared their own tributes to the young woman, with one mourner writing: “I would like to send my dearest condolences to Ms. McKelvey’s family. Ms. McKelvey was my senior infants and first class teacher and I’ve learned so many things from her. She was an incredible teacher and she was my favourite and always had a smile on her face. She had the biggest impact on me in primary school and she will missed dearly.”
Another person added: “I would like to offer my deepest condolences to Ms McKelvey’s family. Ms McKelvey was my first teacher, she was also my favourite teacher and I will always remember her kindness and the happy memories she gave me. Thank you for everything. Rest in peace. Thinking of all her family and loved ones at this very sad time.”
While a third said: “I wanted to offer my condolences to you and family during this time . Ms McKelvey was a very special and wonderful teacher to me, she made such a positive impact on my life. I will always cherish the memories we made together. My condolences.”
Roisin, who graduated from the Marino Institute of Education, began her teaching career working at Rutland National School in Dublin city centre, with a number of her former co-workers remembering the joy she brought to the classroom and the impact she had on her pupils.
“Deepest condolences to the McKelvey family on the passing of Roisin. I had the pleasure of working with Roisin in Rutland NS. Roisin was a very talented teacher whom the children loved so very much. May Roisin rest in eternal peace,” one person said.
Another added: “Incredibly sad to hear about Róisín’s passing. Róisín was a fantastic teacher and the kindest person. I have many fond memories working with Róisín as we navigated our first year teaching. She left such a lasting impact on the students that she taught. May her gentle soul rest in peace.”
While a third said: “Heartbreaking to hear of Róisín’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with her at Rutland, and I will always remember her kindness, her gentle nature, and the incredible patience she had with the kids. Her gang were always bursting through the door in the mornings excited for the day ahead… she had a gorgeous way with them. My deepest condolences to Róisín’s family, friends, and everyone who knew and loved her.”
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