I..J -Glenmore Surnames
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IRISH
Anty Irish, of Carrigcloney, Glenmore [DD Notebook 20, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 31 October 1973]
Anty Irish, of Carrigcloney, sister of Pand Irish was the dairymaid for the Strange Family, of Aylwardstown House.
Billy Irish, of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 18, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 1 June 1973]
Billy Irish, of Aylwardstown, married a sister of Billy “Long” Barry, of Carrigcloney. Billy Irish and his wife had the following family: [1] Mick Irish died young after a beating in a row. This would be 120 years ago (c. 1853). [2] Paud Irish never married and lived in Carrigcloney and dead over 40 years in 1973. He was about 80 years old when he died. [3] _______ Irish married ___ Vereker, of Rochestown where the “Browley” Walshs are now. They had no family. Her husband was years older than her. Vereker was an uncle of Tommy “Browley” Walsh who came from the parish of Slieverue. [4] Catherine Irish was married to mick Sheehan, in Ross. [5] Anty Iish never married, at home. [6] Judy Irish unmarried, at home.
Brigid Irish (c. 1869-1946) of Ballinclare, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 12 April 1946, p. 6]
DEATH OF MRS. B. IRISH—The death has occurred of Mrs. Brigid Irish, Ballinclare, Glenmore, at the fine old age of 77 years. Deceased, who had been out of her health for some time past, was wife of Mr John Irish, do., and enjoyed widespread popularity in the district, where her passing, though coming in the fullness of years, is deeply regretted. Interment took place at Glenmore after Office and High Mass, of which the celebrant was Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., do.—R.I.P.
Bridget Irish née Murphy (1895-1987) of Ballinlammy [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 19 June 1987, p. 11]
Mrs. Bridget Irish—The death occurred recently in St. Joseph’s Home, Waterford, of Mrs. Bridget Irish, Ballinlammy, Glenmore. She was in her 93rd year and had a long association with the faring life of the greater South Kilkenny area. She was the last surviving member of the Murphy family, Davidstown, Glenmore, and was predeceased by her husband, John Irish, for some years.
Her remains were removed from Powers Funeral Home, Ferrybank to St. James’s Church, Glenmore and were received by Very Rev. Lar Dunphy, P.P. ; Fr. Paul Fitzgerald, C.C., St. Canice’s and Fr. Coonan, C.C., The Rower. The following day Fr. Dick Phelan, C.C., Gowran; Fr. Moran, C.C., Hugginstown; Rev. W. Daly, P.P. Kilmacow; Fr. J. Delaney, P.P., Slieverue; Rev. T. O’Connor, P.P., Rathdowney, attended.
The Lessons were read by her granddaughters, Bernadette Irish, Ballinlammy; Helen O’Keeffe, The Rower; John Irish, Hugginstown; Lisa Irish, Ballykeoghan; Siobhain Brennan, Hugginstown; Carmel Walsh, Tullogher and Alcairine Power, Slieverue. The attendance was large and representative and reflected the high esteem her family is held in, in the district. She was pre-deceased by her daughter, St. Joseph, Order of St. Joseph of Nazareth; her daughter, Miss Mary Irish, Ballinlammy and her son, Mr. Tom Irish, Atteymore, Slieverue.
Chief mourners: sons—James, Ballinlammy, Edward (publican) Ballykeoghan, Kilmacow, Patrick (publican) Hugginstown, Robert, Ballincrea, Slieverue, Michael, Drumdowney, John and William, Birmingham, England; daughters—Mrs. Katie O’Keeffe, The Rower; Mrs. Bridie Walsh, Tullogher; Mrs. Hannie Brennan, Hugginstown and Mrs. Margaret Ciantare, Sydney, Australia. She was mother-in-law to Jack Brennan, Manual Ciantare and the late William Walsh; daughters-in-law—Mrs. Mary, Peggy, Helen, Bridget, and Kathleen Irish. She is also survived by 54 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. To her family, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. May she rest in peace.
James Irish, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
James Irish, of Ballyfacey, died on the 17th of June 1908.
James Irish, of Ballinclare, Glenmore [DD Notebook 14, list of Guardians elected or returned to Waterford Union, 25 March 1890]
James Irish, of Ballinclare, Glenmore, was elected or returned as a Guuardian for civil parishes of Kilbridge and Kilmackevoge.
James Irish, of Glenmore [Article in Munster Express, Fri., 13 May 1949, p. 2]
A GLENMORE MAN’S GREAT DISPLAY—That well known sportsman, Jas. Walsh, who landed in New York a few weeks ago, played a great game for his county, Kilkenny, on Sunday, May 1. He will play again on Sunday, May 1. He will play again on Sunday against Cork in both hurling and football. He played many a good game when in Ireland, assisting Glenmore. He is now employed as a baggage clerk for the Pennsylvania Railroad in New York, U.S.A.
John Irish (c. 1881-1949) of Ballinlammy, Glenmore [Death notice in the Munster Express, Fri., 3 June 1949, p. 8 ]
DEATH F MR. JOHN IRISH—The death occurred in hospital at Kilkenny, after a protracted illness, of Mr. John Irish, Ballinlammy, Glenmore, at an advanced age. Deceased had been in hospital for a considerable period, though the end, nevertheless, came rather unexpectedly. Interment took place at Glenmore, the final prayers at the graveside being recited by Very Rev. W. Grace, P.P., do.—R.I.P [Editor’s Note–per the death register, John Irish was a bachelor farmer, aged 68 who died on the 26th of May 1949, of dementia.]
John Irish, of Ballinclare, Glenmore [Death Notice in the Irish Independent on Tuesday the 31of January 1950]
IRISH (Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny)—Jan. 30, 1950, at his residence, Ballinclare, Glenmore, John Irish; deeply regretted. R.I.P. Funeral to-day (Tuesday) at 4 o’c. to Glenmore Parish Church. Office and High Mass to-morrow (Wednesday) at 10.30 o’c. Interment immediately afterwards in adjoining cemetery.
Mary Ellen Irish (c. 1866-1940), of Ballinlammy, Glenmore [Death Register]
Mary Ellen Irish died at age 74, in July 1940, a spinster. Her nephew Robert Moran was present at her death.
Michael Irish, of Ballinlamey, Glenmore [Wedding announcement in the Munster Express, Fri. 11 October 1946, p. 8]
WEDDING AT FERRYBANK—The marriage (with Nuptial Mass and Papal Blessing) was solemnised at the Church of the Sacred Heart, Ferrybank, on Tuesday morning, the contracting parties being Mr. Michael Irish, second son of Mr. J. Irish and Mrs. Irish, Ballinlamey, Glenmore, and Miss Bridget Cashin, youngest daughter of the late Mr. Patrick Cashin, and of Mrs. Cashin, Nicholastown, Slieverue. Very Rev. E. Canon Brennan, P.P., Ferrybank officiated.
Mr. Edward Irish, brother of the bridegroom, was best man, and the bride was attended by her cousin, Miss Clarence Dowling. The bride wore an autumn brown frock, with nigger brown accessories. The bridesmaid’s frock was of rose and fold, with accessories to match. Bride and bridesmaid carried prayerbooks. The wedding breakfast, attended by over thirty guests, was held at the Bridge Hotel, Waterford, after which Mr. and Mrs. Irish left for Dublin, where the honeymoon is being spent.
Monsignor Michael Irish, native of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [New Ross Standard on Saturday the 3rd of June 1967]
Home on Vacation–Right Rev. Monsignor Michael Irish, a native of Aylwardstown, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, arrived home on vacation from Kiama, New South Wales, Australia, during the weekend. He has been almost fifty years in the latter country and was last home in 1960. A former student of St. Kieran’s College, Kilkenny, and St. Patrick’s, College, Thurles, where he was ordained. Mgr. Irish is brother of M/s. James Irish, Aylwardstown; Pat Irish. Robinstown, Glenmore; Bill Irish, Melville, Mullinavat, the late John Irish, Aylwardstown, and the late Mrs. Mary Doherty. Forristalstown, Glenmore.
Patrick Irish, of Ballinlammy, Glenmore [Article in the Munster Express on Friday the 16th of May 1952]
Glenmore Cyclist-Injured–Taken to Waterford Co. and City Infirmary–WAS IN COLLISION WITH LORRY—Following collision with a lorry stated to have been driven by Walter Crowley, Pollrone, Mooncoin, a cyclist, Patrick Irish, farmer’s son, of Ballinlammy, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, was admitted to Waterford County and City Infirmary on Friday evening last suffering from concussion and serious head injuries.
He was taken to the Infirmary by Rev. Fr. Greene, CC, Glenmore, who rendered spiritual aid. The collision occurred near a sharp bend at Ardbeg, near Glenmore and as a result of it, it is reported that the injured man was thrown heavily on to the road and that his head came in contact with the rear part of the lorry. The driver of the latter, who was accompanied by his mother, reported the accident to the Glenmore Garda Station.
Stasia Irish, of Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 18 April 1941, p. 8]
DEATH OF A GLENMORE LADY—We regret to record the demise of a very esteemed lady in the parish of Glenmore in the person of Miss Stasia Irish. The deceased passed away on Good Friday last at her residence, fortified by the rites of the Catholic Church.
The late Miss Irish was upright, honest and straightforward in all her dealings—traits of character which won for her admiration of a large circle of friends. She was niece of the Rev. John Irish, Liverpool; and sister of Sister Mary of St. Rose; Mrs. Howlin, Mary Street, Waterford; and the late Mrs. Moran, Bridge St, do., and aunt of Sister M. Borgea, Johannesburg, and Sister M. Huberte, Convent de Reparatrica, Paris.
On Easter Sunday interment took place, the funeral to Glenmore being of large dimensions, which testified to the popularity and esteem in which the deceased was held. Requiem Office and High Mass were offered up for the repose of her soul on Wednesday morning last. To the relatives of deceased we offer our sympathy.—R.I.P.
William Irish (c. 1847-1937) native of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 3rd of December 1937, p. 8 and provided by Kelvin Johnson Treacy]
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IVORY
Rev. Canice Ivory, (Article in the Munster Express, Fri. 17 Oct. 1930, p. 8)
SOUTH KILKENNY STUDENT’S ORDINATION IN ROME—the ordination took place recently in Rome of Rev. Canice Ivory, eldest son of Mr. John Ivory and the late Mrs. Ivory, N.T., Ballyfacey, Glenmore.
Florence Ivory (1906-1969) native of Glenmore [Obit in the Waterford News & Star, Fri. 21 Nov. 1969, p. 2]
LATE MR. F. IVORY—Sincere sympathy is extended to Mrs. Mary Stasia Dwyer, Haggard, on the death of her brother, Mr. Florence Ivory, N.T., Stoneyford, which took place at Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny, on Wednesday, November 12. Son of the late John and Mrs. Ivory, Haggard, he was brother of Rev. Fr. Canice Ivory, Clarendon St., Grennan, Nallycurran, Tullogher. He is also survived by his wife, Margaret, N.T. Stoneyford, and a number of nieces and nephews. Interment took place n Bennettsbridge after Requiem Mass.
James Ivory, of Kilbride, Glenmore [Article in the Waterford Standard, on Wednesday the 27th of September 1882]
Kilmakevogue Dispensary Committee–A special meeting was held Thursday last at Glenmore—Mr. John Fitzgerald, P.L.G., Knockbrack, presided. Other members present—Messrs. William Fitzgerald, Weatherstown, and Thomas Freaney. P.L.G., Kilbride. Mr. D. Carroll, R. 0., was also in attendance. The meeting was for the purpose of appointing a caretaker for Kilbride burial ground, and James Ivory, Kilbride, was unanimously elected at a salary of 10s year.
Patrick Ivory ( c. 1907-1936) of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 15th of May 1936]
RECENT DEATH OF YOUNG GLENMORE MAN. The death occurred recently at Curragh Camp, Co. Kildare, of Patrick Ivory, son of John Ivory and the late Mrs. Ivory, N.T., Ballyfacey, Glenmore, and brother of Rev. Father Canice, O.D.C., Dublin. Deceased, who was only 29 years of age, joined the Army less than two years ago, and, after training at the Curragh Camp, served in Dublin and later was attached to the District Barrack Staff, Athlonc. He was in perfect health to within three weeks of his death, which caee as a shock to his friends at home and his comrades in Costume Barracks, Athlone.
During his illness he was attended by Dr. Fahy, Curragh; Rev. Father Fanning (Army Chaplain), and also by his brother, Rev. Father Canice, O.D.C.; Dublin. The remains were removed by motor hearse from the Curragh and interred in GlenmoreCemetery. Office and High Mass for the repose of his soul took place in Glenmore on the following day.
The celebrant of the Mass was Rev. Fr. Canice (brother of deceased), and the following clergy- were also present—Rev. Fr. Carrigan, P.P., Glenmore; Rev. Fr. Brennan, CC., do; Rev. L. Coghlan, P.P., Rosbercon; Rev. G. Loughry, C.C., do; Rev P. Mackey, C.C, Tullogher; trained,, he received a great ovation when Rev. E. Brennan, P.P., Slieverue; Rev. M. Doyle, C.C., do; Rev. Fr. O’Halloran, C.C, do.
Messages of sympathy to his bereaved father and family were received from Major C. Saurin, Dublin, on behalf of the Adjutant-General and the Army; also from Capt. M. J. Buckley on behalf of the officers, noncommissioned officers and men of Costume Barracks, Athlone. The chief mourners were—Mr. John Ivory (father), Rev. Fr. Canice, O.D.C., Dublin and Mr. F. Ivory, N.T., Stoneyford (brothers) ; Miss M. S. Ivory and K. Ivory, N.T. Tullogher (sisters).
JONES
Alice Jones née Dunne (c. 1890-1967) of Cappagh, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 28 July 1967, p. 3]
Death of Mrs. A. Jones—The death took place at her residence, Cappagh, Glenmore, of Mrs. Alice Jones, at the age of 77. Deceased, who was an esteemed personality in the district, was wife of Mr. Patrick Jones, do., and mother of Messrs. Pakey and Seamus Jones, do and sister of Mr. Thomas Dunne, William Street, Wexford. She had been out of her health for some time past, though the end, nevertheless came rather unexpectedly, and was learned with sincere regret by her relatives, neighbours and many friends. Interment took place at Glenmore after Requiem Mass celebrated by Very Rev. W. Brennan, P.P. do., who also recited the final prayers at the graveside. R.I.P.
Michael Jones, of Kilivory, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Thursday the 3rd of August 1989]
MICHAEL JONES The death occurred on Saturday of Mr. Michael Jones. Kilivory, Glenmore. The funeral was from Power’s Funeral Home on Sunday evening and burial took place after Requiem Mass on Monday in Glenmore cemetery, celebrated by Rev. L. Dunphy, P.P. Mick had been unwell for the last six months. He retired from the outdoor staff of the Kilkenny Co. Council some 16 years ago. Sympathy is extended to his wife Bridle, his brother Kieran, England, also nieces and nephews.
Patrick Jones, of Glenmore [Article in the Waterford News & Star, Fri. 23 Dec. 1939, p. 8]
GLENMORE POST—At a meeting of the Kilkenny Co. Board of Health this week, a letter was read stating that Mr. Thomas Connolly, caretaker off the Glenmore waterworks, had died. Mr. Commissioner Moynihan ordered that Patrick Jones, Glenmore be appointed to the position permanently, pending a satisfactory report on the manner in which he carried out his duties in a temporary capacity.
Patrick “Pakie” Jones (c. 1932-16 April 2006) of Glenmore Village [Blog post of 25 Aprill 2021]
Thomas Jones, of Glenmore [Wedding announcement in the Munster Express, Fri. 8 Feb. 1952, p. 6]
Wedding Bells—The wedding was solemnised at Glenmore last of Mr. Thomas Jones, Glenmore, and Miss Mary Ellen Doolan, do. The happy couple were united in matrimony by Rev. F. Greene, C.C., do. The best man was Mrs. Seamus Jones, cousin of the bridegroom, and the bride was attended by her sister, Miss Kitty Doolan. A reception was subsequently held at the residence of Mr. George Jones (brother of the bridegroom) and Mrs. Jones, Slieverue, where upwards of twenty guests were entertained. Mr. and Mrs. Jones, who were the recipients of a large number of presents, later left for Limerick on the honeymoon.
Seamus Jones (c. 1932-29 Sept. 2016) native of Glenmore Village [Blog post of 25 April 2021]