Funeral Arrangements for Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra to Be Announced This Week as Tributes Pour In
The family of Irish fashion designer Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra, who was found dead on a yacht in the United States last week, will announce her funeral arrangements later this week.
Martha, 33, originally from Carlow Town and living in New York, was discovered at the Montauk Yacht Club in East Hampton, Long Island, at around midnight local time on Tuesday, August 5. Police were called to the scene after a 911 report of an “unconscious woman” on board. Despite emergency efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
In a death notice posted on RIP.ie, her devastated family confirmed that Martha had “passed away unexpectedly,” describing her as a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and partner. “Beloved daughter of Elma, much loved sister of Jacqui, treasured granddaughter of Betty and Liam, cherished niece of John, Michelle, Barry and Mona and adored partner of Nick. She will be sadly missed by her loving mother and her mother’s partner Patrick, sister, aunts, uncles, partner, her father Seamus, grandparents, extended family, relatives and her large circle of friends in Ireland and the US. May Martha’s gentle soul rest in peace.”
Friends, former colleagues, and members of the fashion community have been sharing heartfelt tributes since news of her death broke. One mourner wrote, “Beautiful girl who seemed to have achieved so much in her short time on this earth. Condolences to all Martha’s family and friends at this heartbreaking time. Taken way before her time. May she rest in peace.” Another remembered her as “a beautiful young woman” and reflected on their shared university days: “Heartfelt and deepest sympathies to Elma, Jacqui and the Nolan family on the passing of Martha. I had the pleasure of knowing her during our time in UCD and I always remember her kindness and wonderful personality with fondness.”
Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra had made a name for herself in the competitive New York fashion scene, running a successful Manhattan-based bikini label that had earned a loyal following on both sides of the Atlantic. Just days before her death, she had celebrated a well-received pop-up event in the Hamptons — a highlight in her growing career. Friends said she was looking forward to flying home to Ireland in the coming days to spend time with her family.
Her sudden passing has left a deep void for those who knew her. “Such a beautiful young woman. May her soul rest in peace,” one tribute read. Others have remembered her not only for her creative talent, but for her warmth, generosity, and ability to light up any room she entered.
Martha’s death is under investigation, though authorities have not yet released further details. Her family has asked for privacy during this deeply painful time as they come to terms with their loss.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later this week, and it is expected that her burial will take place in her hometown of Carlow. Family members and friends are preparing to gather in Ireland to celebrate her life and mourn her loss.
As condolences continue to pour in from across Ireland, the US, and beyond, it is clear that Martha Nolan-O’Slatarra’s impact extended far beyond the world of fashion. Her friends remember her as a creative force, a loyal friend, and someone who pursued her dreams with passion and grace.
For her loved ones, the coming days will be about honouring her life — a life lived brightly, but far too briefly.