The family of a young Laois girl who passed away recently have paid tribute to all of the people who cared for her during her short life.
Thomas and Debra Doran announced the passing of their very special daughter Ava on Monday, October 13.
From Summerhill in Portlaoise, Ava was cherished by her family, especially brothers Ryan and Jack.
Ava is lovingly remembered by grandparents Pat and Marion, aunts Leona and Helen, uncles Michael, JD, Philip and John.
Also by herousins, relatives and friends of the family. Ava is predeceased by her grandparents Toinette and Matthew.
The family would like to express their immense gratitude to all her nurses, doctors, carers, PTs, OTs and PHNs over many years.
They said: “We want to thank Dr. Farkhanda, Dr. Iro, Dr. McBrien, Dr. Daly, Elaine O’Brien-Doyle & all the nurses at the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise, Dr Booth and his entire team at the Cedar Clinic and Prof. Webb and Dr. Devins at CHI Crumlin as they have gone above and beyond for Ava.
“They all showed true kindness, empathy, compassion and professionalism for Ava at all times.
“We would like to thank Jim and his staff at Hughes Pharmacy Portlaoise for their dedicated support to Ava.
“A special thank you to all the nurses who helped take care of Ava in our home – especially Valerie Scully who gave her time and care to Ava.
“We would like to sincerely thank John & Denise at the Mortuary for their kindness towards Ava and dignified professional manner in managing the extremely sensitive area around Ava’s passing.”
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