B – Glenmore Surnames
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This page updated on the 15th of January 2024. Barron
BALDWIN
Edward Baldwin, of Rochestown, Glenmore [Notice in the Munster Express, Friday 6 June 1947, p. 2]
APPOINTED TENANT—Edward Baldwin, Ringville, Slieverue, has been appointed tenant of the vacant cottage, 190L, at Rochestown, Glenmore, formerly in the occupation of Philip Connolly.
Edward “Ned” Baldwin (c. 1903-1991) of Kilivory, Glenmore [Obit in the Kilkenny People, Fri. 7 June 1991, p. 11]
The death took place on Monday or Mr. Edward Baldwin (88), Kilivory, Glenmore, at St. Columba’s hospital, Thomastown. Big crowds attended the removal of the remains on Tuesday from Power’s funeral home to Glenmore church Burial was after requiem mass, celebrated by Fr. Lar Dunphy P.P.
His wife Ellie (nee Ryan) died three years ago. He is survived by his son John; daughters Elizabeth and Mary, nephew; nieces, sist-in-law, brother-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, relatives and friends.
From Passage East, Co. Waterford, and the last surviving member of the Baldwin family, he was skilled in all aspects of farm machinery. In his younger days he was a member of the Defence Forces. His son John is a member of the Transport Section of the Curragh Command and his two grandsons are also members of the Defence Forces. Members of the Defence Forces from Army Headquarters at the Curragh Camp attended the funeral.
Elizabeth Gibbs née Baldwin, native of Redgap, Glenmore [Death notice in the Munster Express, Fri. 29 Feb. 2008, p. 19]
Lizzy Gibbs (nee Baldwin) Slough, Aylesbury, England who died on Wednesday 13th February, was a daughter of the late Neddy and Ellie Baldwin, of Rochestown, Glenmore. Lizzy is survived by her sister Mary of Slough, her brother John Baldwin, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, her aunt Mary Walsh, Mary Street, New Ross and the Ryan family, Kearney Bay, Glenmore. Interment will take place in Slough, England.
Elizabeth “Lizze” Baldwin, native of Redgap, Glenmore [Article in Kilkenny People, Fri. 29 Oct. 1993, p. 1]
Double Tragedy Hits Family—A foreign holiday turned to tragedy for a South Kilkennyman when he was killed in a swimming pool accident. And there was further grief for the family when a mourner’s husband died suddenly. Mr. Malcolm Baldwin, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, who died in Jamaica, was originally from Rochestown, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny. He was son of Mr. and Mrs. John Baldwin, Newbridge.
Mr. Baldwin and his friends were enjoying a swim at a hotel pool when the accident happened. It is understood that Mr. Baldwin dived into a shallow pool and he died when his head struck the bottom. Mr. Baldwin’s aunt, Mrs. Elizabeth Davis (nee Baldwin) travelled from Slough, England, for the funeral. She had just arrived in Ireland when news came that her husband, Mr. John Davis, had died suddenly.
Ellen “Ellie” Baldwin (c. 1916-1988) native of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 23 Sept. 1988, p. 12]
The death occurred recently of Mrs. Ellen Baldwin, Kilivory, Glenmore, aged 72. She was daughter of the late Michael and Mrs. Mary (née Manning) Ryan, Kearney Bay (sic), Glenmore. She was a popular lady in the district and among her many interests was her love for flowers and shrubs, which was her pride and joy. She was married to Edward Baldwin, a retired agricultural employee in the district and mother to John Baldwin, Newbridge, Co. Kildare; Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, Buckinghamshire, England and Mrs. Mary Tohill, Aylesbury, do. She is survived by her sister, Mrs. Mary Walsh, Mary Street, New Ross and brothers Martin Myan, do and Dermot Ryan, Kilivory, Glenmore. She was mother-in-law to Margaret Baldwin, John Davis and Thomas Tobill. Rev. Lar Dunphy had the Reququiem Mass in St. James. Glenmore. And the obsequies were attended by a large and representative gathering of friends, neighbours and large circle of family. May she rest in peace.
Ellie Baldwin née Ryan, of Kilivory, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Thursday the 1st of Sept. 1988]
LATE MRS. BALDWIN–The death occurred in hospital on last Saturday night of Mrs. Ellie Baldwin, Kilivory, Glenmore. She was eldest daughter of the late Michael and Mary Ryan, Kearney Bay. Her remains were removed from Power’s Funeral Home, Ferrybank, on Monday evening to St. James’s Church, Glenmore. She was wife of Edward Baldwin, Kilivory and mother of John Baldwin, The Curragh, Kildare; Mary Touhill, England, and Elizabeth Davis, England; sister of Dermot Ryan, Kilivory; Martin Ryan, Mary Street, New Ross. The late Mrs. Baldwin was of a quiet and retiring disposition. She lived for her family and because of her graciousness and sincerity of purpose, was held in warm regard by all those who knew her. Burial took place after Requiem Mass, on Tuesday in the adjoining Cemetery.
John Baldwin, of Rochestown, Glenmore [Munster Express, Fri. 18 May 1962, p. 9]
Left for the Congo—John Baldwin (19); son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Baldwin, Rochestown, Glenmore left for the Congo with the last Irish contingent of troops. He is attached to the transport section of the Army. John’s father is a native of Passage East, Co. Waterford, and has been employed in South Kilkenny for the past 27 years.
Sean Baldwin, of Newbridge, Kildare [Notice in the Munster Express, Fri. 19 Dec. 2003, p. 32]
A speedy recovery to Sergeant Sean Baldwin from Newbridge Co. Kildare who was badly injured in an accident on duty in Liberia West Africa recently. Sean is a son of John Baldwin who is a native of Rochestown, Glenmore and a grandson of the late Neddie and Elsie (sic) Baldwin.
BARDEN
John Barden [townland not provided] [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
[First Entry] John Barden and Bridget Aylward, were married on the 26th of January 1858. Edward Barden, their first son was born on the 7th of February 1859. Edward Barden left for America on the 4th of May 1880 with James Wall. [Second Entry] John Barden died on the 14th of June 1859. Bridget Aylward, his wife, died on the 15th of July 1861.
BARRON
Anastasia Barron, of Milltown, Glenmore [Marriage announcement in The Advocate (New York) Sat. 23 May 1926? [date illegible]
At the Pro-Cathedral, Dublin, on Wednesday morning, the marriage was solemnized of William Cronin journalist, Enniscorthy, son of P. Cronin, Castlerea, and Miss Anastasia Barron, daughter of Mrs. Barron, Milltown, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny.
Baby Barron, emigrated to England [article in the Munster Express on Friday the 17th of January 1947, p. 5]
LEFT FOR ENGLAND—Miss Baby Barron, granddaughter of Mrs. Reddy, Ballyrobin, Glenmore, left for England on Saturday last. She was in employment in Waterford City for some years.
Catherine Barron née Forristal (c.1851-1933) native of Ballyverneen, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 19th of September 1933, p. 8]
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Michael Barron (c. 1890 -1948) Milltown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 1 Oct. 1948, p. 3]
Death of Mr. Michael Barron—One of the best known residents of Glenmore parish has passed away in the person of Mr. Michael Barron, who died at his residence at Milltown on Friday morning last after an illness of some weeks’ duration. Deceased, who was well known in farming circles in the district was brother of Mr. Richard Barron, Carrigcloney, Glenmore; Mrs. Haberlin, Aylwardstown, Co.; Mrs. Cuddihy, Ballinlaw, Slieverue; Mrs. Doody, Milltown, Kilmacos; Mrs. R. Rockett, Dublin; Mrs. W. Cronin,, Wexford; Mrs. J. Cronin, Enniscorthy, and Miss A. Barron, San Francisco, U.S.A. He was also uncle of Mr. Richard Young customs and Excise, Waterford; Mr. T. Stone, C.I.E., do. Mr. P. Stone, Kilmacow; Mrs. Paddy Cronin, Dublin; Mr. Tony Cronin, University College, do; Mr. W. Rockett, Dublin; Miss Sadie Rockett, do.; Mrs. J. Gangas, N.T., do.; Miss T. Doody, N.T. Carrigeen; Miss M. Cronin, Wexford; Mr. Wm. Young, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway; and Mr. Laurence Young, Tullamore, Offaly.
His passing at the comparatively early age of 58 years, is deservedly regretted by his family and a wide circle of friends. Interment took place at the family burial ground at Glenmore on Sunday, in presence of a large attendance from the local and adjoining areas. The final prayers at the graveside were recited by Very Rev. W. Grace, P.P., do. On Monday morning, Office and High Mass wee offered up for the repose of the soul of deceased of which the celebrant was Rev. Rd. McGrath, C.C., Glenmore.—R.I.P.
N.F. Barron, of Glenmore Barracks [Note in the Munster Express, Sat. 8 June 1901, p. 5]
Glenmore Notes (from our correspondent)–I was pleased that Messrs N.F. Barron and J.J. Stephenson are to compete at the R.I.C. sports in Waterford on 2nd July next. Both these well known athletes are very popular in this district. They have the best wishes of all Glenmorians for their success in the “Urbe Intacta.”
BARRY
Three Barry families of Carrigcloney, Glenmore [DD Notebook 18, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 1 June 1973]
In the Nicholas Forristal’s father’s early days (Patrick F, 1849-1931) there were three families of Barry in Carrigcloney. [1] Where present Tom Barry is now; [2] Bill “Long” Barry, lived where Paud Irish later lived. Long Barry never married and had a couple of sisters. One was married to Bill Irish, of Aylwardstown, who was an uncle of Tommy and Robin Irish of Aylwardstown. Another sister was the second wife of the father of John Phelan, of Ganerbehy. [3] The Jack Barry place just under the Crow gate. The farm was 5 or 6 acres. It is now owned by Cody’s of Carrigcloney. Jack Barry was married and had at least one child. Gone well over 100 years. The house is long since gone, however Nicky Forristal saw the bottom of the walls of the house in his youth. “This Jack Barry was a comical type of man.”
Billy (Little) Barry, of Carrigcloney, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicky Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 29 December 1969]
Billy “Little” Barry of Carrigcloney married Mary Maddocks (The Maddog) and had the following family: (1) Jack Barry married Bridget Power, of Kearneybay. Present Tom Barry’s parents. (2) Bid Barry lived in Flickmageer and was married to ____ Irish. Family included: (2a) Jack, Tom, Jim, Mick, Ellen, Margaret, Statia. All went away to sea and to America. Statia Irish was married to Jack “the Miner” Power, of Robinstown, Glenmore. (3) Tom Barry stayed in Carrycloney. (4) Ellen Barry married Peter Walsh, of Rochestown, Glenmore. She had two sons, Wattie and Johnnie. Ellen was first married to Manning of Kearneybary and had three sons. (5) Margaret Barry married Patsy Kavanagh, of Ferrymount Bridge in the Rower. Had 2 or 3 sons. The last of the family to die was Jack Kavanagh who died three or four years ago.
Jack Barry, of Carrigcloney, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicky Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 29 December 1969]
Jack Barry, of Carrigcloney, married Bridget Power, of Kearneybay and had the following family: (1) Bill Barry went to England; (2) Paddy Barry was harmless and died unmarried in England; (3)Tom Barry; (4) John Barry; (5) Mary Barry married in Dublin; (6) Ellen Barry went to America and married Paddy Cashin (uncle of the late Jimmy Cashin); (7) Margaret Barry went to England and married there and (8) Sarah Barry was at home. The Jack Barry’s, of Carrigcloney lived in a house near the railway gate. Codys have the farm now. The Barry family is gone about 100 years or more.
Kate Barry (1913-1998) of Kilmakevogue, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 1st of April 1998]
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Kate Barry née Culleton (189-1974) of Carrigcloney, Glenmore [Obit in the Kilkenny People, Fri. 7 June 1974, p. 11]
Mrs. K. Barry—Mrs. Kate Barry (78) Carrigcloney, Glenmore, who died suddenly at her home was a member of the Culleton family, Rosbercon, and had been living in Glenmore since her marriage many years ago. She was wife of Mr. Tom Barry, Carrigcloney, retired Co. Council worker, mother of Mr. Jack Barry, do; Miss Biddy Barry, do; and sister of Mrs. Ciss Griffin and Miss Liz Culleton, England.
She was mother-in-law of Mrs. Bernie Barry; grandmother of Kate Barry and sister-in-law of Mr. John Barry, Carrigcloney; Miss Sarah Barry, do, and Mrs. P. Grant, Airmount, Slieverue. Interment took place at Glenmore on Thursday after mass, celebrated by V. Rev. M. Brenan, P.P., do. who also said the prayers at the graveside, assisted by Rev. P. Madigan, C.C., do.
Thomas Barry (1893-1981) of Carrigcloney, Glenmore (Obit Irish Independent, Sat. 31 Jan. 1981, p. 23)
Thomas Barry (Carrigcloney, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny)—Jan. 30, 1981, at St. Canice’s Hospital, Kilkenny, deeply regretted by his loving son, daughter, sisters, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, relatives, and friends. R.I.P. Remains will be removed at 6 o’c this (Saturday) evening to Glenmore Church, via New Ross. Requiem Mass at 11 o’c, tomorrow (Sunday). Burial immediately afterwards in adjoining cemetery.
William Barry (c. 1839-1893) native of Carrigcloney, Glenmore [Death notice in The Irish Standard (Minneapolis, MN) (Sat. 25 Nov. 1893, p. 6)
WATERFORD—On October 20th, a melancholy accident occurred at Waterford, by which a man named William Barry, a native of Glenmore, lost his life. Deceased, who was the father of a grown up family, while engaged with his son and another man on board of his boat fell into the water. His cries brought his son and a man named Power to his assistance, but before he could be got out of the river he was nearly dead, and lived only a few minutes after. Dr. Mackey, who was called to see him, stated that the shock helped to kill him as well as the immersion in the water.
William Barry (1839-1893) native of Carrigcloney, Glenmore [Munster Express, Sat. 28 Oct. 1893, p. 5]
FUNERAL—Mr. Barry, who was drowned a few days ago, left a large family to lament his demise. A large collection of friends and relatives of deceased followed his remains to Glenmore, where interment took place.
[Editor’s Notes–Death register Wm Barry, aged 53, a married boatman, died on 20 Oct. 1893 at the Quay in Waterford, due to shock caused by immersion in the River Suir. Glenmore Parish records–Wm. Barry, of Carrigcloney, was baptized 28 Oct. 1839 the son of William Barry and Mary Barry née Maddicks. Wm. Barry of Carrigcloney, married Mary Irish, of Aylwardstown, on 19 Jan. 1867. Wm. was a laborer & Mary was a dairy maid. ]
BERGIN
Denis Bergin, of Ardbeg [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Denis Bergin, of Ardbeg, sailed to America on the 19th of September 1907. [Editor Note–Ardbeg was the old name for Coolnaleen]
Margaret Bergin, of Coolnaleen, Glenmore [Wedding Notice in the Munster Express on Friday the 1st of March 1935, p. 8]
WEDDING AT GLENMORE—The marriage was solemnised at Glenmore parish church on Wed. morning last of Mr. Andrew Bailey, Dungulph, Fethard, County Wexford, and Miss Margt. Bergin, Coolnaleen, Glenmore. Rev. Dr. Gibbons, C.C, officiated. Mr. Patk. Bailey, brother of the groom, was best man, and the bride was attended by her sister, Miss Ellie Bergin. The bride, who was very popular m the district, has been at business in New Ross for some years’ past. Their many friends wish them many years of happiness. [Editor’s note–the Bergin of Coolnaleen had a forge.]
[Mary] Bergin (c. 1875-1945) née Duggan, of Coolnaleen, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 2 Feb. 1945, p. 6]
DEATH OF MRS. M. BERGIN—The death has occurred of Mrs. M. Bergin, Coolnaleen, Glenmore, at the age of over 70 Bergin, Coolnaleen, Glenmore, at the age of over 70 years. Deceased was wife of Mr. Stephen Bergin, Coolnaleen, and mother of Messrs. Jas. and Stephen Bergin (esteemed employees of Coras Iompair Eireann); Richard Bergin, Miss Ellie Bergin, Coolnaleen; Mrs. Baily, Fethard-on-Sea, Wexford; Mrs. Colfer, Dungulph, do; Mrs. Cahill, Co. Meath; Mrs. Lalor, Chicago; and Mr. Martin Bergin, do., to all of whom sincere sympathy will be extended in their loss, as well as to her bereaved brother, Mr. Richard Duggan, Flemingstown, which was deceased’s native place. A kind and loving wife and a devoted parent, the late Mrs. Bergin endeared herself to a wide circle of friends in the district, where her demise is deservedly regretted. The funeral to Glenmore Church was largely attended. Interment took place at Glenmore. Rev. W. Brennan C.C., officiated.—R.I.P. A large number of Mass cards were placed on the grave. Funeral arrangement by Mr. T. Power & Sons, Ferrybank. [Per the death registry the deceased’s first name was Mary, she was the widow of a blacksmith, and her son Richard was present at her death.]
BEVANS/BEVINS
Henry Bevins N.T. & Principal of Glenmore National School [Retirement article in the Munster Express, Fri. 3 Feb. 1956, p. 9]
TEACHER RETIRES—Mr. Henry P. Bevins, N.T., Glenmore has retired on pension after over 40 years’ faithful and efficient service in the profession, thirty of which were spent as Principal at the latter school. A native of Rathdowney, Laois, he took a deep personal interest in the welfare and training of the many pupils who passed through his hands and several of them distinguished themselves in various walks of life in after years. He also took keen interet in the affairs pf the National Teachers Organisation, of which he was a loyal and steadfast member and was for many years the efficient Chairman of South Kilkenny Branch, as well as being one of its leading lights. His brother, Mr. Michael Bevins, N.T., Rathdowney, is also a prominent member of the teaching profession. His former colleagues, pupils, parents and people of Glenmore Parish join in wishing Mr. Bevins many years to enjoy his well earned rest. He has been succeeded by Mr. Michael Murphy, N.T., Ballyfacey, whose wife Mrs. Murphy, N.T., is also teaching at Glenmore National School.
[Editor’s Note–Hebert P. Bevans, N.T. [National Teacher] of Glenmore, died on the 13th of July 1966. He is buried in Rathdowney Cemetery.]
Margaret Bevans née Curran (c. 1890-1946) of Glenmore Village [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 17 May 1946, p. 6]
MRS. MARGARET BEVANS—The death of Mrs. Margaret Bevan, which occurred after a protracted illness, at her residence, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, on Tuesday morning last, caused much regret amongst a large number of friends and acquaintances in Co. Kilkenny, and Waterford City, where her bereaved husband, Mr. Henry P. Bevans, N.T., carries on a successful bookselling and stationary business at 114, the Quay.
The late Mrs. Bevans was a daughter of the late Mr. John Curran, and of Mrs. Margaret Curran, both of whom were principal teachers at Glenmore National School, of which Mr. Henry P. Bevan is now engaged in a similar capacity. The deceased lady was mother of the Misses Maureen and Rita Bevans, and sister of the late Mr. Nicholas Curran, N.T., Glenmore, formerly a prominent figure in G.A.A. football circles in the Co. Kilkenny. She was also sister Messrs. Patrick Curran, Accountant’s Dept. G.P.O., Dublin; James Curran, formerly of Messrs. Hearns and Company’s staff, Waterford, and now resident in Dublin; Wm. Curran, Eyrecourt, Galway, and of Mrs. Power, Jamestown. To all of these and to the other surviving relatives, sincere sympathy is extended in their bereavement.
The remains, followed by a large number of mourners and sympathisers, were removed to Glenmore Church on Wednesday evening. Interment took place in Glenmore Cemetery on Thursday, after Requiem Mass.—R.I.P.
Rita Bevans, of Glenmore [Wedding Announcement in the Munster Express, on Friday the 24th of August 1951]
DEVANE—BEVANS. The marriage took place on Wednesday morning in Glenmore Church, with Nuptial Mass and Papal Blessing, of Mr. Timothy Devane, Garda Siochana, Glenmore, son of Mr. and Mrs. Devane. Anascaul, Co. Kerry, and Miss Rita Bevans. youngest (daughter of Mr. H. P. Bevans, principal teacher, Glenmore N.S. and proprietor of the well known bookshop 114, The Quay, and of the late Mrs. Bevans. The ceremony was performed by Rev. P. Greene. C.C., and the best man was Mr. J. Devane, brother of the bridegroom. The bride, who was given away by her father, was attended by Miss Annie Hanrahan as bridesmaid. The reception was held in the Granville Hotel. Waterford. and subsequently the happy couple left to spend their honeymoon in Glengarriff.
BOLAND
Mary “Minnie” Boland née Power, of Ballycroney, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard on Thur. 11 Oct. 1990, p. 18]
‘MINNIE’ BOLAND’–The unexpected death has occurred of Mrs. Mary (‘Minnie’) Boland, Ballycroney, Glenmore, which occurred at her residence. She was buried in Glenmore. Wife of William Boland, she was mother of John, do.; Michael, England; Billy, Sutton; Thomas, do.; Bridget, do.; Ann Bacon, do.; Mary, Walton-on-Thames; Ellie Johnson, do.; Stasia Erdal, Maiden Head; Margaret Boland, Sussex. She was sister of Thomas Power, England; Billy, Co. Waterford; Jimmy, Ballyfoyle; Sean, Thurles; Elkie Roche, Robinstown; and Agnes, England.
BOLGER
Anastasia Bolger née Dempsey (1874-1938) native of Glenmore [Obituary in the Munster Express, Fri. 18 March 1938, p. 8]
The death occurred at her residence at Ballyrobbin, Ferrybank, on Friday last of Mrs. Anastasia Bolger, after an illness of some months duration. Deceased, who was aged over 60 years, was a native of Glenmore parish and enjoyed widespread esteem. She was widow of the late Mr. Peter Bolger, who died in 1933 and mother of Messrs James Bolger, Ballyrobbin; Percy Bolger, do; John Bolger, Ferrybank; Ml. Bolger, New York; Miss Alice Bolger, Ballyrobbin; Mrs. Penkert, Smartcastle, and Mrs. Hennessy, Waterford. She was sister of Mr. Michael Dempsey, Ballyhomuck, Mr. Jas. Dempsey, London; Mrs. Devereaux, Dublin, and Miss Molly Dempsey, Mooncoin.
The funeral took place to Ferrybank on Sunday at 3 p.m., and was attended by large numbers of sympathisers from the local and adjoining areas, as well as Waterford City, which testified to the popularity of deceased and her family and the widespread sympathy evoked by her passing. Very Rev. Canon Brennan, P.P. Ferrybank, officiated at the graveside, assisted by Rev. P. Hally, C.C., do.
The chief mourners were—James, John and Percy Bolger (sons); Mrs. Hennessy, Mrs. Penkert, Miss Alice Bolger (daughters); James and Ml. Dempsey (brothers); Mrs. Devereaux, Miss M. Dempsey, (sisters); Fred Penkert, Smartscastle; T. Hennessy, Waterford (sons-in-law); Mrs. J. Bolger, Ferrybank (daughter-in-law); Patrick and Mrs. Bolger and family, Ballykillaboy; Martin and Mrs. Power, Ferrybank; Ml.Bolger, Fahee; Richard and Mrs. Allen, Mooncoin, etc. (relatives). A number of beautiful floral tributes were placed on her grave. Mass cards were sent by “Her Loving Family”; “Kit, Freddy and Children;” “Beryl, Tommy and Children;” Mr. Stephens, Dublin; Mrs. Hayden and family, Ferrybank; Mart and Mrs. Power, do; Thomas and Mrs. Hennessy, Johnstown; Mr. and Mrs. Carew, O’Brien’s Terrace; Patrick and Mary Bolger and family, Ballykillaboy; Mary Dempsey, Mooncoin; Bridie Dempsey, do; Richard and Eily Allen, do; The Staff of the Electrical Company.—R.I.P. [Editor’s Note–The deceased died on 11 March 1938 at Ballyrobbin of asthma. Her son Percy was present at the time of her death. Her profession is listed as “cottager.”]
Bridget Bolger, married at Glenmore [DD Notebook 25A]
Married on the 24 Jan. 1844 at Glenmore, Michael Rourke to Bridget Bolger, Glenmore. Witnesses Edmund Lahy & Catherine Bolger. Rev. J. Walsh
Ellen Bolger, of Cappa, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Ellen Bolger, of Cappa, died on the 19th of December 1905.
James Bolger of Cappagh, Glenmore [DD Notes 10, interview of Nicholas Forristal, The Mill, Graigenakill on 12 Feb. 1967]
James Bolger, was the last owner of the Bolger farm in Cappagh consisting of 35 Irish acres. Bolger’s were there for at least a number of generations, long before the Ennetts came. James Bolger was dead before Nicky’s time. He died possibly in the 1880’s. He had, at least five sisters:
(1) Mrs. James Kirwan of Gaulestown [Glenmore];
(2) Mrs. Tom Fitzgerald, Aylwardstown [Glenmore] where Mary Fitzgerald née Kirwan of Robinstown later resided. This Tom Fitzgerald was a first cousin of Johnnie Fitzgerald, of Aylwardstown, grandfather of late Mick Fitzgerald. He had no family, and he left the farm to the said John Fitzgerald, who farmed both his own and this, until his sons Dick and Mick got married. Mick got Tom Fitzgerald’s farm which consisted of about 40 Irish acres.
(3) Peggie Bolger never married. She was a dressmaker by trade and carried on the business in a house in Cappagh in the Village of Glenmore, which is now owned by John Ryan of Moulerstown and let to a tenant. She was a good dressmaker and she lived on the premises. When she retired she went to live at her brother’s home in Cappagh, where she died.
(4) Ellen Bolger never married and died in Cappagh.
(5) Mary Bolger never married and died in Cappagh. She was the eldest of the three women at home.
James Bolger was the strongest man in Glenmore. Once when he was going to New Ross with 3 bags of wheat and at Main Roche’s Hill the horse sulked and refused to pull the cart and 3 bags of wheat up the hill. He did nothing but unyoked the horse and pulled the cart and the three bags of wheat himself up the hill.
The Bolger’s were a very sociable family. The women of the family practiced as herbalists. They made plasters for various skin complaints and were great at this business. They never took any payment for their services, as they were nice, straight and honest people.
John Bolger, of Rahora [DD Notebook 10, Interview of Paddy Foley, or Rahora, on the 1st of June 1970 following burial of Tom Brophy]
John Bolger was the last Bolger in Rahora and John died around 1890. He was married to Mrs. Norris, of Guilcogh, who was a Kavanagh, of Ballinunny(?) Johnnie Ryan, of Guilcogh, had the Kavanagh farm in 1970. Mrs. Norris had three son by her first husband and got the 30 acres that her first husband had in Rahora. She and her three sons moved to Rahora. She then married John Bolger, of Rahora, and had three daughters: [1] Katie Bolger married a Kearns, of Coomeen, Ballyhale. He married into the farm and died after one year. The couple had no family. [2] Mary Bolger married Tom Dollard, in Ballycroney. They came to Rahora, after the death of Kearns. [3] Ellen Bolger married a man named Hynes. He had a farm in Carrigcloney, Glenmore. He got broke and sold it to Johnnie Hynes, of Ballybraheee, Glenmore.
Peggie Bolger, of Cappagh, Glenmore [DD Notebook 26, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 13 March 1964]
Peggie Bolger was a dressmaker by trade and lived most of her life in the small house in Glenmore Village (now occupied by Mrs. Cashin of Cappagh). She carried on the trade here in Glenmore. Nicky Forristal’s mother, Margaret Cardiff, of Ballyverneen was a dressmaker by trade. She served her apprenticeship to Peggie Bolger. After Peggie Bolger left the house in Glenmore, it was used by Robert Fluskey, the owner, as a store.
Mrs. Millar née Bolger (c. 1868-1940) native of Bigwood, Mullinavat [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 28th of June 1940]
The death has occurred in New York of Mrs. Millar, a native of Bigwood, at the age of over 70 years. Deceased, who emigrated 52 years ago, was sister of Messrs. Patrick Bolger, Ballykillaboy, Kilmacow, and Jack Bolger, New York. She was aunt of Jimmy, Martin, Kitty and Nellie Bolger, Ballykillaboy; Jas. and Percy Bolger, Ballyrobbin; Mrs. Stephens, do.; Jack Bolger, Ferrybank ; Mrs. Penkert, Smartscastle; Mrs. Hennessy, Waterford ; Jas., Ed. and Jack Bolger, New York; Kathleen, Alice and Nellie, do.; Ml. Bolger, Fahee; and Mrs. Martin Power, Ferrybank.
BOLTON
Captain Bolton, of Ballinlaw, Slieverue [DD Notebook 4, interview of Maurice Henneberry, of Ballinlaw, Slieverue on 15 October 1976]
According to Maurice Henneberry, Capt. Bolton was an Army Officer who occupied the lands in Ballinlaw. He was a notorious scoundrel who evicted a lot of people one Christmas and 3 families after the same Christmas. He travelled in a carriage and four that he owned. His coachman was Quan, a native of Co. Wexford. Capt. Bolton built the house over the Ferry and became known as Bolton’s cottage. After the evictions, he let the lands to tenants whose descendants are still living in the area. He planted a lot of trees on his lands. The Doyles who lived in a cottage in Ballinlaw, until recent times, were nephews of Quan and were also from Co. Wexford. Captain Bolton’s ghost was seen for years sitting in his cottage. A Miss Crosthwaite, who lived in the Falkland Islands, was the next of kin of Captain Bolton. The agent for the property was Henry Jacob of Waterford.
BOYLE
Mrs. Ellen Boyle (c. 1908-1939) native of Gaulstown [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 15 July 1939, p. 8]
DEATH OF MRS. BOYLE. The interment took place at Glenmore on Friday of Mrs. Boyle, wife of Mr. James Boyle, a popular employee of Clover Meat Factory, whose death occurred in Waterford Infirmary after a brief illness. Deceased, who was a native of Gaulstown, Glenmore was a popular figure in the district, and her passing at the comparatively early age of 31 years is deeply and deservedly regretted, and the utmost sympathy will go out to the bereaved husband and two young children in the sad and irreparable loss they have sustained. Despite inclement weather there was a large attendance at the removal of the remains to Glenmore Church, and interment took place in the adjoining cemetery amidst every manifestation of sincere sorrow and in the presence of a large gathering of relatives and friends.—R.I.P. [Editor’s Note–Ellen Boyle died ont he 6th of July 1939 in the Co. Hospital, Waterford, of influenza. She married James Boyle (laborer) of Glenmore, son of Patrick Boyle on the 19th of February 1936 at Slieverue. She was the daughter of Wm. Phelan (laborer) of Slieverue.]
James Boyle (c. 1888-1958) of Gaulstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 13 June 1958, p. 8]
Death of Mr. James Boyle—The death occurred at his residence, Gaulstown, Glenmore, of Mr. James Boyle, at the age of 70 years. Deceased, who was a well known figure in the district spent some years in the National Army and later was employed by the late D.J. Gorey, T.D., Burnchurch, until he subsequently took up employment at Clover Meats Ltd., Christendom, where he remained until his retirement some years ago. Possessed of a kind and jovial manner, Jim was a great favourite amongst all sections in the parish, and was an esteemed member of Slieverue Dramatic Society during the period of its existence and took part in many productions under its auspices. He was father of Mr. Paddy boyle (of the staff of Clover Meats, Ltd.) Miss Eily Boyle, Glenmore Post Office staff both of who are prominent members of Glenmore dramatic Society, and brother of Miss Mary Boyle, Gaulstown. The remains were removed to the local Parish Church on Friday evening, the cortege being one of the largest to enter the village for some time, and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery on Saturday after Office and High Mass, of which the celebrant was Rev. J. Murphy, C.C., Glenmore.—R.I.P.
Paddy Boyle, of Gaulstown, Glenmore [Note in Munster Express on the 15th of September 1900]
Anyone wanting a straight tip on a horse race cannot do better than have a chat with Mr Paddy Boyle, Gaulstown. He will set you all right. Take my tip for it.
BREEN
Maureen Breen née Walsh (c. 1917-1965) native of Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard on Saturday the 11th of September 1965]
MRS. BREEN, CHARLETON HILL, NEW ROSS. Mrs. Maureen Breen, Charleton Hill, New Ross, whose death occurred on Wednesday after a long illness, was a native of Glenmore. She was a member of a family well known for its musical talents, and she was an accomplished violinist. Wife of Mr. John (Jack) Breen, she was mother of ten children, six girls and four boys. She is also survived by her mother, Mrs. L. Walsh, Glenmore; a brother, Mr. James Walsh, do., and a sister, Miss E. Walsh. The remains were removed to the Parish Church, New Ross, on Wednesday evening, and interment will take place in St. Stephen’s Cemetery on Friday.—R.l.P.
[Editorial Note–Maureen Walsh Breen died on 8 Sept. 1965 at Peamount Hospital, Dublin of TB at the age of 48. She was married to John Breen, at Glenmore on 23 April 1941. The groom lived on William St. in New Ross and was a plumber. The bride was a resident of Glenmore and was a dressmaker. The groom’s father was Myles Breen, a carpenter. The bride’s father was James Walsh, a carpenter. Witnesses to the wedding were James Walsh and Eileen Breen.]
BRENNAN
Hannan Brennan née Murphy, formerly of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [Obit in New Ross Standard on Thursday the 21st of April 1994]
DEATH OF MRS. HANNAH BRENNAN–The death took place last week in Middlesex, England, after a pro-longed illness of Mrs. Hannah Brennan (nee Murphy). Burial took place in Middlesex after Requiem Mass. Sincere sympathy to her family, sisters and brothers, relatives and friends. Many of her friends and close relatives travelled from the Glenmore area to the Mass and burial. She was daughter of the late Dan and Mrs. Murphy, Ballybrahee, Glenmore. She emigrated to England about 55 years ago. Her husband is a native of Kilkenny. She was sister of Luke Murphy, Ballybrahee; Mrs. Statia Furlong, The Village; Mary Murphy and Con Murphy both in England and the late John Murphy, England and Jim Murphy, Glenmore.
Ellen Brennan (c. 1921-1935) of Glenmore [Death Notice in the Munster Express, on Friday the 7th of December 1934, p. 8]
YOUNG GIRL’S DEMISE—We regret to record the death of Miss Ellen Brennan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Brennan, Glenmore, which sad event occurred in hospital in Waterford on Monday after a protracted illness. Her passing at the early age of 14 years is deeply regretted, and a sad feature is the fact that her mother is also in hospital. The remains were removed to Glenmore on Tuesday evening, and the interment took place on Wednesday morning amidst every manifestation of sincere regret.—-R.I.P.
Ellen Brennan (c. 1878-1946) late of Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 21 June 1946, p. 1]
DEATH OF MRS. E. BRENNAN—The death occurred at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. W. Brown, Post Office Lane, [Tramore] on Monday of Mrs. Ellen Brennan, late of Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, following a long illness. The remains were removed to the Holy Cross Church on Monday evening when they were received by Rev. P. Ahearne, C.C. The interment took place in the adjoining cemetery on Tuesday. Deceased is survived by her husband, Mr. John Brennan; her daughters Mrs. W. Brown, Miss Bridget Brennan and Miss Mary Brennan to whom sympathy will be extended on their sad loss.—R.I.P. [Editor’s Note–death register listed deceased’s age as 68.]
Rev. Michael Brennan, Parish Priest of Glenmore [DD Notebook 15]
Rev. Michael Brennan, P.P. of Glenmore, died on the 23rd of March 1975, aged 60 years.
Rev. William Brennan, Parish Priest of Glenmore [DD Notebook 15]
Rev. Willian Brennan, P.P. of Glenmore, died on the 30th of September 1973, aged 82 years.
BRIEN [See Fitzgerald]
Bridget Brien of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 4, interview of Walter “Wattie” Power of Jamestown on 16 January 1956]
Dick Brien’s house in Aylwardstown was a licensed house at the time of the Battle of Ross in 1798. His grandmother was Bridget Brien known locally as Brigeed na Breenah.
[Correction/Explanation from Ann Fitzgerald on 19 April 2020: Dick Brien was the name Richard Fitzgerald went by as his mother was Bridget Fitzgerald née Brien. Richard “Dick Brien” Fitzgerald was the son of John Fitzgerald married in 1787 to Bridget O Brien, of Ballinraha, Glenmore. See Fitzgerald]
Jim Brien, of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 13, miscellaneous undated note]
Jim Brien, of Aylwardstown, was married to Mollie Murphy, of Moulerstown, Glenmore. They had 25 Irish acres. The couple had no family. [Explanation from Ann Fitzgerald on 19 April 2020: Jim Brien’s real name was James Fitzgerald (1896-1979). James was the son of Thomas Fitzgerald (1836) and Margaret Walsh. James “Jim Brien” Fitzgerald was married to Mary Murphy, of Moulerstown, Glenmore, they lived beside Hoynes in Aylwardstown, Glenmore. The couple had no family. See, Fitzgerald.]
BROPHY
Michael Brophy (c. 1873-1960) of Ballinlammy, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 25 March 1960, p. 2]
Death of Michael Brophy, Ballinlammy—Mr. Michael Brophy, Ballinlammy, Glenmore, whose death has occurred, was well known and esteemed personality in the district, where his passing though coming in the fulness of years, occasioned feelings of sincere regret amongst his many friends. Deceased, who had been out of his health for some time past had attained the fine old age of 87 years. He was husband of Mrs. Brophy, do., and father of Messrs Edward and James Brophy, do. and Mrs. M. Dillon, wife of Mr. Michael Dillon, Glenmore, on the staff of Clover Meats Ltd., Waterford, to whom, as well as to the other relatives sincere sympathy will be extended. The remains, accompanied by a large attendance from the local and adjoining parishes were removed to Glenmore Parish Church on Sunday evening, and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery on Monday after Office and High Mass, of which the celebrant was Rev. J. Murphy, C.C., Glenmore.—R.I.P. Funeral arrangements by Mr. O’Neill, Sallypark.
Patrick Brophy, native of Ballinaraha, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 31st of January 1947, p. 8]
DEATH OF MR. P. BROPHY—The death occurred in hospital at Waterford, following an operation of Mr. Patrick Brophy, a native of Ballinaraher (sic), Glenmore. Deceased was attached to the R.I.C. for a number of years, and retired in 1921. He subsequently took up employment with Messrs. Strangman’s Brewery, Waterford and was a well-known and familiar personality. He was brother of Messrs. Michael and Thomas Brophy, Ballinaraher, and Peter Brophy, Buckstown, Mullinavat. His wife, the late Mrs. Brophy, died some years ago. Interment took place at the family burial ground at Glenmore in presence of a large attendance of relatives and friends. R.I.P.
BUTLER
Anastatia Butler, of Parkstown, Glenmore [obit New Ross Standard of 19 April 1990]
NUN’S DEATH Sister Conrad Butler, St. John of God House, Spawell Road, Wexford, who has died at Ely Nursing Home, was a native of Parkstown, Glenmore. In the 57th year of her religious life, she was the last surviving member of her family. She was sister of the late Thomas Butler, Parkstown, and of the late Bridget Flynn, Dunkit, Kilmacow.
Sister Conrad Butler, of Parkstown, Glenmore [Wicklow People of 16 March 1940]
At the St. John of God Convent in Wexford a list of the women consecrating themselves irrevocably to God by their final vows was published. On the list was Sister Conrad Butler, the second daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. P. Butler, Parkstown, Glenmore, Co. KilKenny
Anne Butler, of Flemingstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 5, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore, on 24 April 1972]
Anne Butler, of Flemingstown, married Richard Duggan. The Butlers of Flemingstown were related to the Aylwards of Ballyfacey, Glenmore. Matt Aylwards father John Aylward was near related to Anne Butler. Agsie Duggan always said that she was a second cousin to Matt Aylward, of Ballyfacey. Agsie Duggan was killed by a car in Clonmel several years ago. Agsie Duggan was married to a man named Quirke.
James Butler, of 90 Morrison’s Avenue, Waterford[DD Notebook 8 interview of Richie Grant, 90 Morrison’s Road, Waterford on 20 August 1974]
James Butler, of 90 Morrison’s Avenue, Waterford died during the week ending 18 May 1974, in St. Patrick’s hospital , Waterford, aed 97 years. He was buried in Glenmore. He served in the 1914-1918 War and was badly wounded. He was a basketmaker by trade. He made all types of facy baskets as well as kishes for picking spuds. He was married and all his family are now resident in England.
Jim Butler, of Moulerstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 17 December 1970]
Jim Butler, of Moulerstown, Glenmore had at least two brothers: Frank Butler and Michael Butler. They both went to America. They worked on the Ballyverneen Brickwork in Tommy Forristal’s crew. Jim Butler was married to Bridget Cashin, of Shanbogh, Rosbercon. Frank Butler was a little older than Nicky Forristal. Jim Butler’s farm consisted of about 14 Irish acres. Frank Butler came home from America on a visit and built a new house for his brother Jim. Their father’s name was Martin Butler.
John Butler (c. 1878-1958) of Ballycroney, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 7 Feb. 1958, p. 12]
Death of Mr. John Butler—The death has occurred of Mr. John Butler, Ballycroney, Glenmore, at the fine old age of over 80 years. Deceased who was a well-known and familiar personality in the district, was husband of Mrs. Mary Butler, and father of Miss Mary Butler, Ballycroney, and Mrs. Flynn, Rosbercon. He was also brother of Messrs. Butler, do,; James Butler, Slieverue; Miss Stasia Butler and Mrs. Fleming, Slievecorrig, Rosbercon. Sincere sympathy will be extended to the family and relatives in their sad bereavement. Interment took place at Glenmore Cemetery in presence of a large and representative attendance of relatives and friends from the local and adjoining parishes as well as from New Ross. The final prayers in the church an at the graveside were recite by Rev. J. Murphy, C.C., Glenmore.—R.I.P.
Patrick Butler, of Parkstown, Glenmore [New Ross Standard of 14 January 1938—”Year in review”]
Mr. Patrick Butler, Parkstown, Glenmore, father of Sister Conrad Butler, died October 15-31 1937.
Patrick Buler, of Parkstown, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard, Fri. 22, Oct 1937, p. 12]
Glenmore Man’s Death—Mr. Patrick Butler, Parkstown, Glenmore, whose death took place during the week, was father of Sister Conrad, Kilkenny of Mrs. Flynn, Kilmacow. and Mr. Thos. Butler, Glenmore. The deceased, who belonged to a most respectable and highly popular family, was held in great esteem by everyone who knew him, and the very large funeral was an expression of the widespread popularity of himself and his family, and with whom great sympathy is felt in their bereavement.
Patrick Butler (c. 1860-1937) of Parkstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 15 Oct. 1937]
DEATH OF MR. P. BUTLER—We regret to record the demise of Mr. Patrick Butler, which sad event occurred at his residence at Parkstown, Glenmore, after a protracted illness. Deceased, who was aged 77 years, enjoyed widespread esteem in the locality, where he was a popular and familiar figure. He was father of Mr. Thomas Butler, Parkstown; Mrs. John Flynn, Dunkill, Kilmacow; and Sister Conrad, St. John of God Order, Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny, who had the happy consolation of being present at her father’s bedside at the end. The funeral to the family burial ground at Glenmore was one of the largest seen in the district for some time, which bore ample testimony to the popularity of deceased and the sympathy evoked by his pasing, though coming in the fulness of years.
Requiem Mass and Office were offered up in the parish church of which the celebrant was Rev. Wm. Brennan, C.C., Glenmore. The other clergy present were—Rev. J. Carrigan, P.P., do; Rev. L. Coghlan, P.P., Rosbercon; Rev. G. Loughrey, C.C., Tullogher, Rev. Fr. Heffernan, Glenmore, and Rev. J. Brady, chaplain, Belmont. The interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery, the last prayers at the graveside being recited by Rev. Fr. Brennan.
The chief mourners were—Thomas Butler, Parkstown (son), Mrs. Flynn, Dunkitt; Sister Conrad, Kilkenny (daughters); John Flynn, Dunkitt (son-in-law); Wm. Aylward, O’Connell St., Waterford; Patrick Aylward, Parkstown; Bridget Aylward, do; Mr. O’Donovan, Shortcourse (brothers-in-law and sister-in-law); Ellen Reddy, Ballinaraha; Patrick Reddy, do; Jack Reddy and family Gaulstown; Patrick Mullally, Ballyhomuck; Anne Mullally, do; Richard and Mrs. Kearns, Dunkitt; John Flynn, Dunkitt Castle; Wm. Flynn, Killaspy; Mrs. Forristal, Ballinaraha; James and Mrs. Reddy, Tobernabrone; Jas. Roche and family, Haggard; Patrick Phelan and family, Coolnalee; Ml. O’Hanlon, Parkeried; Mrs. John Walsh, Lower Kilmacow, etc. etc. (relatives)—R.I.P.
Tom Butler, of Parkstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 17 December 1970]
Tom Butler, of Parkstown was married to Mary Wall, of Corraganure near Mullinavat. His father was Patsy Butler and he worked with Father Nolan, the Parish Priest of Glenmore.
Tom Butler, of Ballycroney, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 25 February 1970]
Tom Butler, of Ballycroney, was a carpenter all of his life. His brother Jim Butler worked with Tobin’s of Brownstown. Tom Butler never married. Tom and Jim came from the Kilmaganny area and went to Brownstown with the Tobins. Jim Butler is the father of Statia Butler.
BYRNE
Bessie Byrne, of Haggard, Glenmore [New Ross Standard, Fri 20 Sept. 1957, p. 10]
Religious Professions—Amongst those professed at the Convent of the Sacred Heart, Ferrybank, Waterford, was Miss Bessie Byrne, Glenmore (Madame Marie Elizabeth in religion) daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Byrne, Haggard, Glenmore, and sister of Mr. Lce. Byrne, and the Misses Maureen and Alice Byrne.
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