Saoírse Ruane funeral, burial service, date, time, venue—
Saoírse Ruane, A Toy Show favorite who inspired millions, has died aged 12.
The 12-year-old died on Tuesday after ongoing treatment for cancer.
In a post on Instagram, her parents said Saoírse “took her final breath in our arms”.
Her parents added: “We think of you all today also, as we know how much Saoírse was loved by the nation and the effect she had on so many people’s lives.”
They also asked for privacy following Saoírse’s passing.
During her segment on the Toy Show, Saoírse spoke about living with a rare form of cancer called Osteosarcoma.
Osteosarcoma begins in cells that form bones and caused Saoírse to lose her leg.
She showed off her prosthetic leg on the Toy Show – which had a picture of a unicorn on it – as former host Ryan Tubridy remarked: “How can a prosthetic leg be so beautiful?”
When is Saoírse Ruane funeral service
Saoírse Ruane’s funeral will take place at St Peter and Paul’s Church, Kiltullagh on Sunday at 1.45 pm.
The notice added: “Saoírse will repose at home on Friday, 8th of March, from 2pm to 8pm.
“A bus service will run from the car park at Bullaun Church (H62 YH66) and you are asked to follow the directions of stewards and only attend by using the bus service.
“Funeral cortège will arrive on Sunday, 10th March, to St Peter and Paul’s Church, Kiltullagh (H65 KC89) at 1.45pm for Mass for Saoírse at 2pm.
Saoírse Ruane Burial
“Saoírse will be laid to rest in Bullaun Cemetery (H62 YH66) after Mass.”
Saoírse’s family has encouraged those who wish to make a donation in her memory to do so to the Galway Hospice.
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