More Than 100 Gather to Hold a Vigil Honouring Ann Delaney

More than 100 people gathered in Dublin city centre on Monday evening for a vigil honouring Ann Delaney, a 47-year-old homeless woman who passed away on Sunday. 

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Delaney, originally from County Laois, was reportedly a former nurse living on the streets for several years. She was found unconscious on Aungier Street, outside a grocery. Tributes poured in throughout the day, and in the evening, Vigil saw the crowd sing “Crazy World” by Aslan in her memory. Dozens of red balloons representing her favourite team, Liverpool FC, were released into the night sky. 

Those who knew Delaney spoke of her intelligence, caring nature, and strong sense of humour. Chris O’Reilly, spokesperson for the homeless charity Liberty Soup Run, called her a “lovely woman” who “went through hard times.” Delaney, whom Aoife Doherty had been acquainted with for many years, was described as “highly intelligent” and noted for her ability to “bring the community together.” 

Vigil Honouring Ann Delaney Shines Light on Homelessness

The Dublin Regional Homeless Executive expressed condolences to Delaney’s family and friends, praising the homeless teams who “respected her wishes to the last.” The Dublin Simon Community echoed these sentiments, highlighting the tragedy of anyone dying on the streets and urging for better solutions to address homelessness.

Gardaí is currently conducting inquiries into her death. The Dublin community mourns the loss of a kind soul and remembers Ann Delaney for her strength and resilience.