Patrick Kielty's Mother Mary Kielty Dies at 84

Mary Kielty, mother of TV host Patrick Kielty, passed away peacefully at her home in Dundrum, Co Down, at the age of 84. She was remembered during her funeral at the Church of the Sacred Heart for her resilience following the tragic death of her husband, Jack Kielty, who was murdered by loyalist paramilitaries in 1988. Despite personal tragedies, Mary Kielty led a life marked by humor and community involvement, even becoming chairperson of a local football club. Her son Patrick highlighted her no-nonsense attitude towards his fame and her pride in all her children. Mary Kielty's legacy is one of strength, family devotion, and community service, and she will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and the broader community. Patrick Kielty has publicly spoken about rejecting offers of revenge for his father's murder, emphasizing peace and reconciliation.