MS. Maria Goretti Hughes, of Ballymote Walk, Downpatrick, died at Belfast City Hospital on New Year’s Eve. She was 38.
During her free time, Maria, who was a stay-at-home mum, enjoyed bingo, caravan trips, colouring-in and reading.
Maria is survived by her partner Conor Dobbin, her children Amy, Billy and Abbie Hughes, parents William and Angela and sisters Michelle Hughes and Zoe Palgrave.
Her extended family is very grateful for the care she received at Belfast City Hospital and the Ulster Hospital, Dundonald, over the past few years.
Her funeral mass was held on January 3 at St. Colmcille’s Church, and was followed by interment at Struell Cemetery.