Ed Sheeran’s cherished grandmother, who inspired his chart-topping song “Nancy Mulligan,” has passed away, leaving the singer heartbroken.
Anne Mary, also known as Nancy Sheeran, but originally named Mulligan, passed away peacefully at Castle Gardens Nursing Home in Enniscorthy, Republic of Ireland, last Tuesday. Ed, aged 32, composed the song for his third album, Divide, which was released in 2017. The song narrates the tale of Anne’s love story with Ed’s grandfather, William, despite their contrasting religious backgrounds.
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Anne was a beloved wife to the late Bill and a loving mother to Jim, Bill, Peter, Chris, John, MaryAnne, Bridget, and the late Sally, as well as sister to the late Thomas, Jim, May, and Peggy, as stated in her obituary.
In 2017, Ed’s grandmother, who was of Irish origin, expressed her admiration for her grandson’s musical abilities as his song “Nancy Mulligan” gained popularity. During an interview with RTE, she fondly recalled Ed’s pleasant personality as a child and mentioned that he would visit every year for family holidays after they relocated to Ireland.
William Sheeran, her late husband, and Ed’s grandmother were responsible for raising eight children and had 23 grandchildren. Nancy’s funeral service will take place at St. Patrick’s Church in Monaseed, Gorey on Wednesday.
