The young mum was a hugely popular school teacher who has been remembered as a "ray of sunshine" whose "smile, sense of fun and kindness touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her"

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a much-loved school teacher who tragically passed away the day after her newborn baby. Aoife Bird, originally from Co Waterford but residing in Longwood, Meath, sadly died on Wednesday due to a sudden illness, just one day after the death of her daughter, Ailbhe.

A death notice posted on RIP.ie states: "It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Aoife Bird (née Oates) on the 26th November and baby Ailbhe who passed away on the 25th November, of Ballymulmore, Longwood, Co Meath and formerly of 18 St Killian's Place, Ferrybank, Waterford following a sudden

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