In a statement, spokesperson Chris O’Reilly said Ms Delaney’s death had come as a surprise.
“She was alive early on Sunday but then she suddenly became unresponsive. We don’t know her cause of death, whether the dropping temperatures might have been a factor or not,” he said.
“Paramedics were called but unfortunately Ann passed away.
"We are heartbroken and lost for words; another homeless person died on our streets and it’s just so wrong.”
Heart broken 💔 still can't belive that you passes away Ann. Guys liberty soup run will be down were ann passed away at 8pm today we will be letting off balloons 🎈 and playing couple off Ann's songs that she loved we would like you join us to say goodbye. pic.twitter.com/P5r2F5LYRj
— Liberty Soup run (@run_soup89131) February 26, 2024
Mr O’Reilly said Ann was a “lovely lady” who was “well liked” but had fallen on tough times.
“She had a family and a life and she just fell on hard times,” he said.
“We want to send our love to all of her family. She will be missed but she is at peace now.
“We still can't believe that this lady has passed away.”
Heart broken 💔 and angry pic.twitter.com/j1K2bgZqP1
— Liberty Soup run (@run_soup89131) February 25, 2024
The vigil will take place tonight at 8pm on Aungier Street; balloons will be released and some of Ann’s favourite songs will be played.
Gardaí said they were notified of Ms Delaney's death by staff at St James' Hospital.
Main image: Ann Delaney. Picture by: Liberty Soup Run.
