Philomena O'Shea
- Jul 23
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 24
1933 - 2026
OBITUARY
It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Philomena O'Shea (nee Walsh) who passed away on July 22, 2026 at 92yrs.
Philomena was born on Sept 18,1933 to Molly and Michael Walsh on a dairy farm in Greenhill, Mourne Abbey, County Cork, Ireland. She emigrated at 19 from Cobh, County Cork in 1952 to settle in Yorkville, N.Y.C. She would go on to marry her beloved husband, of 41 years, Denis Joseph O'Shea, also from Mourne Abbey in 1961 at St. Monica's Church in Manhattan.
Philomena lived a life centered on faith and love. A long time parishioner of Notre Dame Church, her life was a reflection of her faith and she inspired all of us by the example she set each day. She was a devoted mother and homemaker, dedicated entirely to her Family. Their home in Fresh Meadows was the hub for news from Ireland, many holidays, celebrations, and Sunday dinners. She instilled her love of Ireland and made sure her children remained connected to her birthplace and heritage. Philomena was a gracious and welcoming host who touched the lives of so many through her kindness, generosity, good humor and delicious meals.
She is survived by her children, Philip, (Elizabeth), Michael, Maureen Deery (Michael), Sean (Gretchen). Grandchildren, Sean, Tara, Alannah, Catriona, Brendan, Liam, Brian, Patrick and Molly. Her siblings Maureen Russell, and Michael Walsh, and Sister-in-Law, Una Walsh. Preceded in death by her husband, Denis, siblings Catherine Kilroy, (Thomas), Thomas Walsh, (Theresa), Patrick Walsh, Eily May Walsh, brother-in law Bill Russell and nephews Tommy Kilroy, and Kevin Russell. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, grand nieces, and nephews, cousins, neighbors and friends.
VISITATION
Sunday, July 26 3:00 - 7:00 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Monday, July 27 9:30 AM Notre Dame R.C. Church 5 Mayfair Road, New Hyde Park, NY
INTERMENT
St. Charles Cemetery 2015 Wellwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY
My wonderful, fearless, generous Aunt - may you have the rest you deserve ❤️. All our love to our dear cousins
Our condolences to the O’Shea and Walsh families. May Philomena rest in peace.
Michael Dorgan and family
Woodside NY
Condolences to the O'Shea family. I know Mrs OShea was so proud of her children and grandchildren. Sending my and my family's thoughts and prayers to you all. - Michele Z
Sincere sympathy to the OShea famuly on the passing of your mother. You will be blessed for all the care you gave ger. Thinking of you all. Celine
I was so sad to hear of Philomena’s passing. I was lucky to have spent some time with her and Dennis when I stayed in New York. She made me feel at home and took me under her wing and I will always cherish that time. It was lovely that we got the chance to meet again in 2014 and for her to meet my oldest daughter. Sincerest condolences to Sean, Maureen, Michael and Philip and all her grandchildren. Best wishes to Maureen , Michael and Una and all the cousins at this sad time. Rest in Peace. Love Carmel, Meabh & Eabha.