Please pray for the repose of the soul of Sr Mary Rose Moran RSM who died peacefully on Saturday 22 March. She was 93.

Known as Rose, she entered the Order of the Sisters of Mercy in Edinburgh 70 years ago and was based at St Catharine’s Convent of Mercy at Lauriston Gardens.

She was born in Leitrim in Ireland and was involved in education throughout her life.

Sr Mary Rose was a teacher at St Thomas of Aquin’s, Holy Cross Academy and St Augustine’s (all Edinburgh) and taught Religious Education, Dress & Design and Domestic Science.

She was also involved in guidance and school chaplaincies.

Tributes poured in on Facebook following the announcement of her death.

Claire Staines described her as "A great guide through the teenage years".

Sarah Taggart posted: "A wonderful, Holy and kind lady...When I got married, the medal she gave me was my 'something blue', pinned to my wedding dress. May she rest in peace."

In later life Sr Mary Rose did ministry with the divorced and separated and was involved in several Mercy Ministries at St Catharine's.

Sr Aelred Timmins RSM described her as a "beloved Sister of Mercy, who was very kind and helpful".

Archbishop Cushley will be the Principal Celebrant at the Requiem Mass for Sr Mary Rose at St Catharine's Convent of Mercy at 2:00pm on Monday 14 April. All are welcome to attend.

May she rest in peace and rise in glory.