K..L – Glenmore Surnames
This page contains information on Glenmore people with surnames beginning with K or L. The information was gleaned from Danny Dowling’s notes as well as old newspapers etc. For the convenience of readers links to other surname pages are provided below.
A B C D E F G H I..J K..L M N O..P Q..R S T U..V W X..Z
This page was updated on the 16th of Sept. 2024. Kirwan
KAVANAGH
William Kavanagh [no townland listed][DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
William Kavanagh and Mary Roche, married June 28th, 1910.
KEALY
William Kealy, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [DD Notebook 14, inscription from stone in Glenmore churchyard & DD note]
Erected by William Kealy, Ballyfacey in memory of his mother Bridget Kealy who died 1st December 1902, aged 77 years. The above William Kealy was known as Billy Cree, and he was married to Katie French. They lived out on bishop’s Mountain.
KEARNEY
Charles Kearney, of Kearneybay, Glenmore [Auction Notice in the Waterford Standard on Wednesday the 8th of November 1871]
Auction of Cattle, Horses, & c. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, at KEARNEY BAY, the following, the property of the late Lieut-Cononel (sic) Charles Kearney, on THURSDAY, the 16th NOVEMBER, at 12 o’clock. 3 Powerful Farm Horses, 1 Two-half-year Bull, 2 Large Sacks of Oats, 2 Large Stacks of Barley, A splendid Rick of Hay, and Two Ricks of Oat Straw, a quantity of Manure, 3 Ploughs, 2 Harrows, Rollers, Winnowing Machine, Ladders, Carts, Tackling, with variety of sundries not enumerated; also about Four Acres of Turnips, and One Acre of Potatoes, large Gabboard, fully found, nets, etc. The crops will be sold in lots to suit purchasers. THOMAS WALSH & SON, Auctioneers. The Mall, Waterford, Nov. Ist, 1871. Kearney Bay is mid-way between New Ross and Waterford, on the old Road.
KEATING
Richard Keating, of Slieverue, [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Richard Keating, of Slieverue, died on the 22nd of May 1906.
KEEGAN
Sarah Keegan (c. 1865-1924) formerly of Aylwardstown Station [Obit in the New Ross Standard, Fri. 15 Feb.1924, p.1]
Mrs. Sarah Keegan—The death occurred on the 9th, at Bray, of Mrs. Sarah Keegan, relict of the late Mr. William Keegan, stationmaster, Aylwardstown, and previously at Rathgarogue, Co. Wexford. The deceased having passed away fortified by the rites of the Catholic Church. She was held in great esteem and belonged to a very respectable family. One of her sons fills a position in the offices of the D. and S.E. Railway, at Bray, and another in the air force, and is stationed presently in Palestine. The remains were brought to Rathgarogue and interred with those of her husband. The chief mourner was Mr. Wm. Keegan (son). R.I.P.
William Keegan (c. 1859-1918) Aylwardstown, Glenmore, Stationmaster [Irish Independent, Fri. 7 March 1919, p. 1]
KEEGAN—First Anniversary—In loving memory of my dear husband, William Keegan, late Station Master, Aylwardstown; deeply regretted by his widow, daughter, and sons. Masses this day at Glenmore, Rathgarogue, and Bray. R.I.P. [Editor’s Note–per the death register, Wm. Keegan died the 8th of March 1918 at Aylwardstown, aged 59.]
KEHOE
Edward “Ned” Kehoe (c. 1875- ) of Aylwardstown, Glenmore
Ned Kehoe in addition to being a small farmer, was the first man in Glenmore to deliver mail to homes on foot. See our post of 24 November 2019.
Edward Kehoe (c. 1917-1932) of Rathinure, Glenmore [Death Register]
Edward Kehoe died at Rathinure, Glenmore on the 9th of January 1932 of probable blood poisoning. His father Martin Kehoe (farmer) was present at the time of his death.
John Kehoe, of Rathinure, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
John Kehoe of Rathinure died in March 1902.
Patrick K. Kehoe (1917-2011) native of Glenmore [Death Notice in the Chicago Tribune, Sun. 19 June 2011, p.1-37]
Patrick K. Kehoe, age 94, native of Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth, née McNeill; loving father of Bridget (Edward Hayes), Patrick (Valerie) and Martin (Elizabeth) Kehoe; dear grndpa of Kieran, Elizabeth, Colleen and Sean. Parick was also loved by many brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday, Monday 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 9:30 a.m. from the Brady-Gill Funeral Home (Heeney-Laughlin Directors) 2929 W. 87th St., Evergreen Park to Christ the King Church, 9235 S. Hamilton Ave., Chicago. Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery, Des Plaines. Memorials to Alzheimer’s Assoc. …appreciated.
Margaret Kehoe, of Rathinure, Glenmore [Death Notice, New Ross Standard, Sat., 30 September 1899]
DEATH OF A GLENMORE WOMAN. With regret, we record the sudden death of Mrs. Richard Kehoe, wife of a most respectable Glenmore farmer. Mrs Kehoe accompanieded by her son and daughter went to the Waterford butter market on Wednesday. She left her residence at Rathinure in apparently the best of health, but shortly after getting to the market took suddenly ill, and died immediately to the intense grief of her children, both of whom witnessed the sad spectacle. The remains of Mrs. Kehoe were conveyed home same evening for interment on Friday. R.I.P. [Editor’s Note–Per death cert. Margaret Kehoe, of Rathinure, aged 54, died on the Quay in Waterford City on the 27th of September 1899 from “failure of heart action.]
Margaret Keogh, of Rathinure, Glenmore [Marriage Announcement in the Munster Express on Saturday the 23rd of February 1901]
On the same day [Monday the 18th of February 1901] Mr. Patrick Foskin, D.C., Mullinayat, was married to Miss Maggie Keogh, Rathinure, in Glenmore chapel. Very Rev. P. Meany, P.P., performed the solemn ceremony. The bride was given away by her father, Mr. Richard Keogh, and had as bridesmaid her sister, Miss Mary Keogh. Mr. Michael Foskin (brother of the bridegroom) acted as best man. The bride was nicely costumed for the occasion and looked beautiful. After the ” knot” was tied the young- couple; accompanied by a large number of friends left for Mullinavat, where a most enjoyable time was spent. I wish Mr. and Mrs. Foskin every happiness and success.
Martin Kehoe, of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Martin Kehoe of Aylwardstown died on the 14th of October 1906.
Martin Kehoe, of Rathinure, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Martin Kehoe, of Rathinure, and Bridie Walsh, of Smithstown, were married on the 13th of July 1910.
Martin Kehoe, of Rathinure, Glenmore [Article in the Munster Express, Fri. 25 Nov. 1949, p. 6]
BIG PRICE FOR FARM—The residential farm, Mount Ida House, Rochestown, Glenmore, the property of Mrs. Mary Forristal, and containing 152 statute acres, held in fee simple, subject to a perpetuity rent of £1 19s. 3d., has been sold by private treaty to Mr. Martin Kehoe, Rathinure, Glenmore, for £3,400.
Mary Kehoe, of Rathinure, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Mary Kehoe, of Rathinure, married Michael Ahylward, of Ballyda on the 9th of April 1913.
Michael Kehoe, of Bree [Co. Wexford?] [DD Notebook 4, Copy of letter from DD to Prof. John Mannion, of Newfoundland, dated 25 January 1977]
Michael Kehoe, of Bree, died on the 8th of January 1977.
KELLY
James Kelly, of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
James Kelly, of Graiguenakill, died the last week of August 1908.
Jimmy Kelly, of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [DD Notebook 19, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill on 10 September 1968]
Jimmy Kelly (c. 1839- 1911) went out to America about the time of the American Civil War. He returned to Glenmore and married Peggie Irish of Ballinclare (aunt of Johnny “The Youth” Johnny Irish, of Ballinclare). They had the following family:
[1] Mikey Kelly at home.
[2] Ned Kelly, the eldest, harmless, but able. Unmarried.
[3] Jamesy Kelly, (c. 1876- c. 1956) worked in Waterford with Hartigan horse harness. Died unmarried over 80 years of age. Died about 12 years ago in Waterford.
[4] Annie Kelly married Phil Hartley, of Weatherstown, Glenmore.
[5] Maria Kelly married Willie Purcell, of Kilbrahan, Tullogher.
[6] Katie Kelly married Pete Foley, of Mullinavat.
[7] Maggie Kelly was the youngest, married Jack Carthy, of Farnogue, Tory Hill, Mulinavat.
Jimmy Kelly, of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [DD Notebook 26, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, The Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 13 March 1964]
Kelly’s of Graiguenakill, family here for a very long period. Mikey [Kelly’s] father, Jimmy [Kelly] was married to Peggie Irish of Ballinclare (aunt of “Johnny the youth” [Irish]). A sister of Mikey [Kelly’s] mother, Mary Irish, was married to Tom Doolan of Busherstown who lived on the farm at the Milepost where Mick Connors lives now. Mary Irish was his second wife. He first got married to the girl who owned the place. Family evicted about the turn of the century. A son of his, John Doolan, got a farm in Danesfort under the Evicted Tennant’s Act. When John Doolan got the farm Mikey Kelly and some of the Doolans of Shanbogh worked on it for awhile.
Johanna Kelly, at Ballinaraha, Glenmore [DD Notebook 13, miscellaneous undated note]
Baptised at Ballinaraha, on 20 June 1833 Johana daughter of William Kelly and Mary Ryan. Sponsers: John Deady and Anty Kelly.
Margaret Mary Kelly Rice (1911-1944), native of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard, Fri. 18 August 1944]
Glenmore Family’s Bereavement–The death occurred at a Waterford nursing home on Sunday, of Mrs. M. Rice, Tallow, a native of Glenmore. Mrs. Rice who came from a highly esteemed family, was wife of Mr. Frank Rice, Tallow, and sister of Mr. Kelly, Chief Engineer to the Wexford Co. Council. She was niece of Mr. Geo. Dooley, Hoodsgrove, New Ross, a member of the New Ross Harbour Commissioners. Deep sympathy is extended to the members of the family in their bereavement.
Interment took place in Glenmore cemetery on Tuesday, and there was a very large and representative attendance. [Editor’s Note–From birth, marriage and death records. Margaret Mary Kelly was born on 20 Dec. 1911 to Nicholas Kelly and Catherine Kelly née Dooley of Aylwardstown. On the 27th of June 1934 she married guard Francis Rice in Dublin. She died at St. Patrick’s of Waterford on the 13th of August 1944 at the age of 34 due to a malignant cerebral tumour.]
Maria Kelly, Graiguenakill, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Maria Kelly, Graiguenakill, married on the 16th of February 1908.
Mary Kelly née Maher (1875-1963) of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 17 May 1963, p. 6]
Death of Mrs. Mary Kelly—The death occurred at her residence, Graiguenakill, Glenmore, on Saturday last of Mrs. Mary Kelly at the fine old age of 86. Deceased, who had been ailing for some time, was a popular member of the farming community in the parish, and widow of the late Michael Kelly, who died many years ago. She was mother of Mrs. E. O’Connor, Graiguenakill, and Mrs. E. Walsh, Glenmore, and mother-in-law of Mr. Edward O’Connor, a prominent figure in Gaelic circles in the parish, and Mr. Eric Walsh, well-known commercial representative. She is also survived by a number of grandchildren and other relatives.
The remains, accompanied by a big attendance from the local and adjoining parishes, as well as from Waterford City and New Ross, were removed Glenmore Parish Church on Sunday evening and interment took place in the adjoining cemetery on Monday after Office and High Mass, of which the celebrant was Rev. J. Dunphy, C.C., Glenmore. R.I.P. [Mary Kelly was the eldest resident in Graiguenakill in 1961 see our post of 12 March 2023.]
Mary Josephine Kelly, of Aylwardstown House, Glenmore [Marriage announcement in the New Ross Standard on Friday the 15th of January 1904]
Marriages. White and Kelly–January 9, 1904, at the Church of Saint Francis Xavier, Gardiner-Street. Dublin, by the Rev. Father Conmee, Superior, Edward White, of H. M. Customs London (formerly of Callan) to Mary Josephine, only daughter of Thomas Kelly, Aylwardstown House, Waterford.
Maura Kelly née Mullally (c. 1925-1999), of Aylwardstown House, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 14th of July 1999]
This long obituary is located on our obituary page. The obituary page may be accessed via the home page under the “Roots” button.
Michael Kelly (c. 1885-1946) of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 15 March 1946, p. 6]
DEATH OF MR. MICHAEL KELLY—The death occurred at the Haughton Hospital, New Ross, of Mr. Ml. Kelly, Graiguenakill, Glenmore, at the age of over 60 years. Deceased, who had been ailing for some time, was husband of Mrs. Kelly, do, and father of Mrs. E. O’Connor, do., and Mrs. E. Walsh, Glenmore, to whom Sincerely sympathy will be extended in their bereavement. Interment took place at Glenmore after Office and High Mass, in presence o a large and representative attendance of relatives and friends. R.I.P.
Ned Kelly, of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [DD Notebook 19, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill on 10 September 1968]
Ned Kelly, of Graiguenakill married Honor Aylwards and had the following family. Nickey Forristal never heard of any girls in this family: [1] Johnny Kelly, eldest. Died a young man unmarried. [2] Jimmy Kelly, at home, married Peggy Irish, of Ballinclare. [3] Micky Kelly, a cooper by trade and served his time to the trade with McEvoys Coopers of Buckstown, Mullinavat. He emigrated to Boston where he got married and hadn’t a family. He came home about 60 years ago and stayed 7 or 8 years until all his money was gone. He had about £3,000 when he came and spent it all drinking and throwing it away. A real fool. Jimmy Kelly paid his fare back about 70 years ago. Mickey Kelly’s wife had a boarding house.
Nicholas Kelly [no townland listed] [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
[First entry] Nicholas Kelly married on the 7th of February 1907.
[Second entry] Nicholas Kelly’s first son was born on the 17th of July 1907.
Nicholas J. Kelly (c. 1872-1939) of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard on Friday the 1st of December 1939]
This was a very long obituary and is found on the Obituary page under Roots on the home page of this website.
Paddy Kelly, of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [DD Notebook 19, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill on 10 September 1968]
Paddy Kelly, (c.1840 – c. 1895) of Graiguenakill, was the son of Tom Kelly. Tom Kelly died too young to teach Paddy the blacksmith trade. Paddy Kelly served his time with Fortune the Blacksmith of Priest Haggard, Cappah. Rortune had a book of Columbkill’s prophesies and Paddy had it all “off by heart.”
He went to America young around the time of the American Civil War and worked as a blacksmith. Paddy worked in Hasack Falls where Wood’s mowing machine were made. He worked with Woods as a blacksmith. He said he’d never come home to Ireland only for a bad burn which he got on the leg. He was a sort of lame on it afterwards. He used tell the story of about the Tipsey Fortune Teller. She told him that he’d come back to Ireland and marry a woman of virtuous habits and they’d have one son who would become famous the cause of his country.
He returned to Ireland and married Kitty “Breene” Butler who was from around the Village of Glenmore. Had house where Murt Keefe is now for awhile. Her father was Sean Butler (Block). Paddy Kelly had one child, a son, Tommy Kelly (c. 1880- c. 1938). On the night Tommy Kelly was born Davy Walsh, the carpenter and Paddy Forristal (Nickey’s father) put a tin sword in Tommy Kelly’s hand. Tommy Kelly was born in 1880 died unmarried before the second World Wars around 1938.
Paddy was a great smithy, but he worked for mothing. Worked on the basis of getting £2 or £1 a year from the big farmers. He worked for nothing , was as poor as Lazarus. He was a harmless man. He had no coals hardly any bellows a hammer and pinchers. Old Paddy Kelly, the Smith, is dead all of 72 or 73 years. [He was] between 60 or 70 when he died. Had side whiskers and was a very droll man, used be always quoting the prophecies of St. Columbkill. Much of the work was done at night time in the forges. Paddy Kelly’s home and forge was under the one roof, it stood where Erik? Walsh’s home is now.
Patrick Kelly, (c. 1885- 1919) [Inquest details published in the Munster Express on Saturday the 12th of April 1919]
The complete article is available on the obituary page which is accessed via the home page by clicking on the “Roots” page.
Tom Kelly [no townland listed] [DD Notebook 19, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill on 10 September 1968]
Tom Kelly was married twice. By his first wife he has a son Paddy Kelly who was a blacksmith. The children of Tom Kelly include: [1] Paddy Kelly who married Kitty “Breene” Butler. [2] Jimmy Kelly who also went to America during the Civil War. When he got home he married Nancy Cardiff, of the Mill. Jimmy and Nancy Kelly went to Australia around St. John’s Bay. A bonfire was at the Barrow Quay the night they went away. They had family and one of their sons became an MP in Australia. They went to Australia over 100 years ago. [3] Neddy Kelly; [4] Tommy Kelly; [5] Jack Kelly and several sisters including [6] Kitty Kelly. A Kathryn Doherty was a daughter of one of the Kellys that emigrated. Nicky Forristal believed that Paddy and Jimmy were from the first wife and the other children were from Tom Kelly’s second wife.
Thomas Kelly, of Aylwardstown House, Glenmore [Note in the Munster Express, Sat. 13 Oct. 1900, p. 5]
Glenmore Notes—I had occasion to pass by the Aylwardstown House on Sunday last. I must say the beautiful mansion overlooking the Barrow has the appearance of all its gradeur about it just as in the days when it was inhabited by the noble family of the Stranges. The present owner, Mr. Thomas Kelly, D.C., is a gentlemen of large experience, having travelled almost all over the New World and Australia. He can speak fluently almost on any subject, whether physical, political or economical.
Thomas Kelly, of Aylwardstown House [Engagement announcement in the Munster Express, Fri. 16 Aug. 1935]
FORTHCOMING MARRIAGE—the marriage arranged between Thomas Kelly, B.E., B.Sc., of Kilkenny, eldest son of Nicholas J. Kelly, Aylwardstown House, Glenmore, and Eileen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Banin, Freshford, Co. Kilkenny, will take place on Sept. 11th.
KENNEDY
Mrs. Kennedy of Rathinure, Glenmore [Death Notice in the Dublin Morning Register, Thur. 27 April 1826, p. 4]
At Rathnure, Parish of Glenmore, county of Kilkenny, Mrs. Kennedy aged 100 years. She retained her faculties unimpaired to the last moment of her existence; she was remarkable for a cheerful and charitable disposition, which endeared her alike to the young and the old.
Alice Kennedy, of Glenmore [Marriage Announcement in the Waterford Standard on Saturday the 12th of August 1950]
DOWLING —KENNEDY The marriage was solemnised at Glenmore Parish Church on Wednesday of Mr. James Dowling, son of the late Mr. Patrick Dowling and Mrs. Dowling, Glenmore, and Miss Alice Kennedy, daughter of Mr. Richard Kennedy, Glenmore, and the late Mrs. Kennedy. The ceremony, with Nuptial Mass and Papal Blessing, was performed by Rev. Fr. McGrath, C.C. Mr. Patrick Reddy, Graiguenamanagh, was best man, and the bridesmaid was Miss Mary Kennedy, sister of the bride. The bride wore a blue ensemble with while accessories and carried a prayer book, and the bridesmaid, who also carried a prayer book, was attired in pink with accessories to tone. Some fifty guests attended the reception held in the Imperial Hotel. Waterford. The honeymoon is being spent in Dublin.
Annie Kennedy, of Jamestown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 31st of January 1947, p. 8]
DEATH OF MISS A. KENNEDY—the death has occurred of Miss Annie Kennedy, Jamestown, at the age of over 60 years. Deceased who had been ailing only a short time, had been employed for about twelve years past with Mrs. Walter Power, do., and enjoyed the esteem of a wide circle of friends. Of a quiet and unassuming disposition, kindly and affable, her demise, especially after such a brief illness, is sincerely regretted. Interment took place at Glenmore.—R.I.P.
Bridget Kennedy, of Rathinure, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Bridget Kennedy, of Rathinure, married Peter Foskin, of Bigwood on February 1st, 1913.
Dick Kennedy of Newtown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 19 December 1969]
Dick Kennedy, of Newtown was married to Allie Kehoe. Old Dick Kennedy of New Town had at least two brothers: (1) John Kennedy in Ballinclare and (2) Tom Kennedy in Coolnaleen, Glenmore.
Elizabeth Kennedy née Walsh (c. 1885-1958) of Rathinure, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 11 July 1958, p. 2]
Death of Mrs. E. Kennedy—The death occurred at St. Patrick’s Hospital, Waterford, on Saturday last, of Mrs. Elizabeth Kennedy, Rathinure, Glenmore. Deceased, who was aged 70 [CORRECTION: 73] years, was a native of Croan, Dunamaggin,[CORRECTION: Powerswood, Thomastown] and was a member of a family long associated with the farming life of the area.
She was wife of Mr. Peter Kennedy, Rathinure, who is also a prominent figure in farming circles, and mother of Mrs. T. Walsh, do; Miss Cissie Kennedy, do; Mrs. T. Mullins, O’Connell St., Dublin; Miss Eily [CORRECTION: Brigid] Kennedy, do.; Mrs. M. Butler, Carrick-on-Suir, and sister of [CORRECTION: Mr. Michael Walsh, of Powerwood] [CORRECTION: and sister-in-law of] Mr. J. Dwyer, Croan [CORRECTION: Baysrath, Knocktopher], to all of whom, as well as to the other relatives, sincere sympathy will be extended in their sad bereavement.
She had been ailing for some weeks past, but the end, however, came rather unexpectedly, and was learned with sincere regret by her relatives, neighbours and many friends. The remains, accompanied by a large attendance, were removed to Glenmore Parish Church on Sunday evening, and were received on arrival by Very Rev. W. Brennan, P.P., do., who recited the prayers. On Monday morning, Office and High Mass were offered up, of which the celebrant was Rev. J. Murphy, C.C. do., and burial took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery, in presence of a large and representative attendance of relatives and friends.—R.I.P. Funeral arrangement by Messrs. T. Power and Sons, Ferrybank.
[Editorial–errors in the obit are corrected above in square brackets.]
Elizabeth “Cissy” Kennedy (1930-2024) native of Rathinure, Glenmore [Obit on rip.ie https://rip.ie/death-notice/elizabeth-kennedy-kilkenny-glenmore-560126]
Cissy Kennedy had the distinction of being the last living Kennedy of Rathinure, Glenmore. In the 19th Century there were 7 Kennedy families in Rathinure. Cissy belonged to the “Pierce” Kennedys. For general information see Walsh (2020) “The Enduring Names of Rathinure.“
James Kennedy, of Ballymagill, Tullogher {DD Notebook 2, Interview of Mrs. James Kennedy, of Ballymagill, on 20 December 1969
James Kennedy, of Ballymagill, is a second cousin of Bill Phelan of Ballyfacey, Glenmore through the Malones.
J. Kennedy, of Rathinure, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
J. Kennedy, of Rathinure, & J. Delahunty, of Aylwardstown, sailed to America at the end of September or October 1908.
[Believed to have been James Kennedy, born 15 May 1877 to Thomas Kennedy and his wife Catherine Phelan. James was an uncle of Paddy (1922-1997) Ritchie, Tommy, and Larry Kennedy (the Faddie’s of Rathinure). Per the 1901 Census of Aylwardstown the J. Delahunty is believed to be James Delahunty (c. 1877).].
Johanna Kennedy [c. 1880-1960] of Ballinclare, Glenmore [Obit in Munster Express on the 9th of December 1960, p. 5]
Death of Mrs. J. Kennedy—The death occurred at her residence, Ballinclare, Glenmore, of Mrs. Johanna Kennedy, at the fine old age of over 80 years. Deceased was a member of the Wall family, Davidstown, do., and the last surviving member, being prominently associated with the farming life of the district for many years. She was widow of the late Martin Kennedy, Ballinclare, who died twenty years ago and mother of Mr. John Kennedy, do., Misses Anna and Kathleen Kennedy, do., Mrs. J. Murphy, Upper Ballylammy, Glenmore, Mrs. J. Quinn, Milltown, Kilmacow and Mrs. P. A.ylward, Baunagelogue, Mullinavat.
Though not in robust health for some time past, the end, nevertheless, came rather unexpectedly and was learned with sincere regret in the district, where she was an esteemed personality. Office and High Mass for the repose of her soul were offered up at Glenmore Parish Church at which Very Rev. W. Brennan, P.P., do., presided. Celebrant of the Mass was Rev. J. Murphy, C.C, do., and twelve priests were in the choir.—R.I.P. Funeral arrangements by Messrs. T. Power and Sons, Ferrybank.
John Kennedy [no townland listed] [DD Notebook 14, DD misc. notes]
John Kennedy married Margaret Kerwan, of Ballybrahee, Glenmore on the 7th of February 1833. Witnesses: Pat Roche and Ellen Fitzgerald.
Johnny (Villy) Kennedy, of Rathinure [DD Notebook 5, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 24 July 1958]
Johnny (Villy) Kennedy, of Rathinure, Glenmorewas married to ___ Roche from Ballinacrea, Glenmore. They had two daughters. One daughter, Statia Kennedy married Mick (Bill) Roche, of Scartnamore, Glenmore where John Connally afterwards lived.
Judy (Villy) Kennedy, of Rathinure [DD Notebook 5, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 24 July 1958]
Judy (Villy) Kennedy, was a native of Rathinure, Glenmore and she was married to Edward Doherty of Forristalstown, Glenmore. Edward Doherty was an uncle of the late Pitts Doherty. Judy (Villy) and Edward Doherty had not family. They lived in a house in Shanbogh, by thte side of the road, half way down to Dan Phelan’s from the linekiln. The house stood on the right hand side going down on 7 or 8 acres of land. This is now owned by the Graces of Forristalstown. Judy (Villy) had a brother old Johnnie (Villy) Kennedy, of Rathinure.
Judy (Pierce) Kennedy, of Rathinure, Glenmore [DD Notebook 15, misc. note]
Judy Kennedy, of the Pierce Kennedy family of Rathinure was born in 1855. She married in the 1870’s to Walsh, of Rochestown. One of her sons was Paddy “the Barrister” Walsh, of Rochestown.
Mary Kennedy (c. 1885-1945) of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 5 Oct. 1945, p. 6]
DEATH OF MRS. M. KENNEDY—The death occurred at Maypark Nursing Home, Waterford, on Sunday last of Mrs. Mary Kennedy, Rathinure (sic), Glenmore, at the age of 60 years. Deceased had been ailing only a short time, and had been in hospital only a few days, the end coming rather unexpectedly. She was wife of Mr. Thomas Kennedy, Rathinure (sic). A native of Glendonnell, Mullinavat, the late Mrs. Kennedy was sister of Mr. Thomas Hogan, do., and Mrs. Walsh, Glenmore.
Her demise evoked feelings of sincere regret not alone in her native parish and Glenmore, but in all the surrounding districts, and the utmost sympathy will go out to the bereaved husband, family and relatives. Interment took place at Glenmore on Tuesday last after Office and High Mass.—R.I.P. [Editor’s Note–per the Death Register, Mary Kennedy of Aylwardstown died on the 30th of Sept. 1945 in Maypark at the age of 58. She was the wife of a farmer.]
Mary Anne Kennedy, of Ballinclare, Glenmore [Wedding announcement in the Munster Express, Fri. 29 April 1949, p. 8]
WEDDING AT GLENMORE—At Glenmore Parish Church on Wednesday morning last, the marriage was solemnised of Mr. James Quinn, Milltown, Kilmacow, and Miss Mary Anne Kennedy, daughter of Mrs. and the late Mr. Kennedy, Ballinclare, Glenmore. The ceremony, which was followed by Nuptial Mass, was performed by Very Rev. Wm. Grace, P.P., do. The best man was Mr. John Doyle, Ballincrea, Slieverue, cousin of the bridegroom, and the bride was attended by her sister, Miss J. Kennedy.
A reception was subsequently held in the Granville Hotel, Waterford, where twenty guests were entertained, after which the happy couple left for Dublin, where the honeymoon is being spent. Both parties are well known in farming circles in their respective parishes. The bridegroom was formerly a prominent Gael, and won the Kilkenny Co. Junior Hurling Championship with Glenmore in 1923, when the team was amalgamated with Kilmacow. He is also an esteemed figure in coursing circles and a member of South Kilkenny Coursing Club. Both received a large number of valuable presents.
Ned Kennedy, of Kilbride, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Ned Kennedy of Kilbride sailed in April 1905.
Nicholas Kennedy [not townland listed] [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Nicholas Kennedy, died on the 19th of June 1908.
Patrick Kennedy (1922-1997) of Rathinure, Glenmore [blog posts]
Rabbit Trapper, and contribution to the 1930’s Folklore Commission, School Project.
Peter Kennedy, of Rathinure, Glenmore [DD Notebook 15, Interview of Mrs Tom Mullins, of Dubling, formerly Rathinure, on 22 March 1972]
Peter Kennedy, of Rathinure, Glenmore was Mrs. Tom Mullin’s father. Peter Kennedy was a 3rd cousin to Tom Mullins of Flemingstown, Glenmore.
Peter Kennedy (1878-1962) of Rathinure, Glenmore [Obit in the Muster Express, Fri. 6 April 1962, p. 13]
Late Mr. Peter Kennedy—The death took place at his residence, Rathinure, Glenmore, on St. Patrick’s Day, of Mr. Peter Kennedy. Deceased, who had been ailing for some time, had reached the fine age of 83 years. He was husband of the late Mrs. Elizabeth Kennedy, and father of Mrs. Thomas Walsh, Rathinure, and of Miss Elizabeth Kennedy, do.; Mrs. Thomas Mullins, Dublin; Miss Bridget Kennedy, do.; and Mrs. James Butler, Sligo. He was brother of the late Mrs. Bridget Foskin, Bigwood, Mullinavat, and brother-in-law of the late Mr. Michael Walsh, Powerswood, Thomastown, and of Mrs. James Dwyer, Knocktopher. The funeral, which took place on Sunday Evening, March 18, was the largest seen in the district for many years.
Richard Kennedy, of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 4]
Richard Kennedy of Aylwardstown, Glenmore was born on the 22 May 1884 the son of Richard Kennedy and Alice Keogh.
Stasia Kennedy, of Ballinclare, Glenmore [Wedding announcement in the Munster Express, Fri. 9 May 1941, p. 8]
WEDDING AT MULLINAVAT—A pretty wedding was solemnised at Mullinavat Parish Church, the contracting parities being Mr. Patrick Aylward, second eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Aylward, Ballydaw, and Miss Stasia Kennedy, daughter of Mrs. and the late John Kennedy, Ballinclare, Glenmore. Rev. J. Comerford, P.P. Mullinavat, officiated at the ceremony, assisted by Rev. M. Drea, C.C., do. The best man was Mr. James Aylward, brother of the bridegroom, and the bride, who was attired in dark blue, has as attendant her sister, Miss M. Kennedy.
The wedding party subsequently motored to Waterford, where breakfast was partaken of at the Granville Hotel, at which those present were: The bride and bridegroom, Mr. and Mrs. James Aylward, Ballydaw; Mr. John Kennedy, Ballinclare; Miss Kennedy, do.; Mr. John Costelloe, Bawnagelogue; Mr. and Mrs. Jack Walsh, Mountain Grove; Mr. James Aylward, Ballydaw; Miss Wall, Carriganaul; Mr. and Mrs. Rd. Reddy, Bawnagelogue; and Mr. J. Murphy, Ballinclare.
The happy couple later left by the 1.25 train for Dublin on the honeymoon. Both parties come of well known and widely connected South Kilkenny families long associated with the agricultural and sporting life of the district. The bridegroom has been a popular figure in the National Movement for many years, and enjoys much esteem in the district. The bride comes of a well known Glenmore family, and has been residing at Bawnagelogue for some years. Both were the recipients of a large number of valuable presents on the occasion, which was a high tribute to their popularity. Their many friends join in wishing Paddy and his bride many years of health, happiness and properity in their future home at Bawnagelogue.
Mrs. Kennedy, of Kilbride [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Mrs. Kennedy, of Kilbride, died on the 2nd of February 1909.
The Kennedy’s of Glenpipe, Tullogher [DD Notebook 2, Interview of Mrs. James Kennedy, of Ballymogill, Tullogher on 20 December 1969]
The Kennedy’s of Glenpipe came from Rathinure, Glenmore and the original home of the Kennedy’s of Glenpipe is where Pat Kennedy, of Glenpipe, is now.
KENNY
Rev. Patrick Kenney [no townland listed] [DD Notebook 2, Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Rev. Patrick Kenney died on the 20 December 1863
KIRWAN
Alice Kirwan née Forristal (1866 -1940) of Rochestown, Glenmore [Death notice and obit Munster Express, Fri. 15 Nov. 1940; p. 8 & Munster Express, Fri, 22 Nov. 1940, p. 8]
DEATH OF MRS. A. KIRWAN—The death occurred at her residence at Rochestown, Glenmore, on Saturday of Mrs. Alice Kirwan, at the age of 74 years. Deceased, who had been ailing only a short time, was widow of the late Richard (sic) Kirwan, Rochestown. She leaves three sons—Maurice, Thos, and Peter—to mourn her passing. The funeral, which was largely attended, took place from her late residence to Glenmore Parish Church on Monday for interment. Rev. W. Brennan, C.C. officiated at the graveside. A number of Mass cards were placed on the grave from relatives.—R.I.P. Funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr. T. Power. Ferrybank. [Editor’s note–per marriage records Alice Forristal, of Rochestown, daughter of John Kirwan & Mary Gahan Kirwan married William Kirwan (1859-1933) son of Maurice Kirwan.)
Munster Express, Fri. 22 Nov. 1940, p. 8—THE LATE MRS. A. KIRWAN—There was a large and representative attendance of relatives and sympathisers from the locality and adjoining districts at the funeral of the late Mrs. Alice Kirwan, Rochestown, Glenmore, whose death we announced in last week’s issue. Deceased, who was aged 74 years, was one of the best-known inhabitants of the district, where her genial, honest and upright manner endeared her to all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance.
She was mother of Messrs. Thomas and Peter Kirwan, Rochestown; Maurice Kirwan, Milepost; John Kirwan, Brooklyn, New York; and sister of Messrs. Michael and Martin Forristal, Rochestown, to all of whom the sympathy of a wide circle of friends will be extended in their bereavement. Though not in robust health for some time past, the end, nevertheless, came rather unexpectedly, and she passed to her eternal reward, fortified by the rites of the Holy Catholic Church, of which she was an ardent and most “exemplary member. Rev. AV. Brennan, CC, Glenmore, officiated-—R.I.P. Funeral arrangements by Mr. T. Power, Ferrybank. [Located & submitted by Kelvin Johnson Treacy]
Ellen Kirwan née Manning, of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 17th of January 1999]
This is a long obituary and may be found on the Obituary page under the Roots button on the home page.
James Kirwan (c. 1855-1924) of Gaulstown, Glenmore [Obit Munster Express 26 July 1924, p. 5]
This obit may be found on our post of 16 September 2024.
John Kirwan, of Gaulstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 26, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mills, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 13 March 1964]
John Kirwan of Gaulstown married Statia Bolger, of Cappagh, Glenmore. The couple had following children:
[1] James Kirwan lived in home farm of Gaulstown;
[2] Mary Kirwan unmarried, died young about 30 in Gaulstown;
[3] Ellie Kirwan married William Rowe, of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore and had no family.
John Kirwan, of Gaulstown, Glenmore [Death notice, Irish Independent on Wednesday the 28th of July 1993]
KIRWAN (Gaulestown, Glenmore. Co. Kilkenny) July 27, 1993, (peacefully) In the loving care of the nurses and staff of the Community Hospital, New Ross. John, husband of the late Bridget (nee O’Connor): deeply regretted by his loving sons. daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, relatives and friends. R.I.P. Remains will be removed at 7 o’c this (Wednesday) evening from Cooney’s Funeral Home, New Ross to St. James’s Church, Glenmore. Requiem Mass at 12 noon tomorrow (Thursday). Interment immediately afterwards in adjoining cemetery. No flowers. Donations if desired to the Community Cemetery.
Laurence Kirwan, of Scartnamore, Glenmore [Article in the Kilkenny Moderator, Sat. 8 Sept. 1900, p. 6]
ASSAULT—Martin Roche summoned Laurence Kirwan on the charge of assault near Glenmore. The complainant’s evidence was that defendant kept a public-house known as “The Shanty,” near Glenmore; on the date mentioned in the summons he went to “The Shanty,” his son was there; when they were leaving Kirwan (defendant’s father) called he (complainant’s) two boys ” two little tailors,” witness resented the observation, then left; he turned into a ? to go home when defendant (the publican’s son) ? with him and struck him over the right eye with a stone; he fell from the effects of the stroke, and when on the ground he kicked him about the sides and head; he was in bed for some days from the effects of the injuries he received.
Sergeant Stapleton, Glenmore police station, deposed to the injuries he found on complainant’s head when he visited him next day; when he saw him lying in bed he was very prostrate; the wound over the eye was fully an inch in depth. Defendant was fined 20s and costs, with the alternative of a month’s imprisonment.
Noel Kirwan (1951-1976) native of Scartnamore, Glenmore [Obit in the Waterford News & Star, , Fri. 5 Nov. 1976, p. 1]
This long obituary may be found on our obituary page which may be accessed by clicking here.
M. Kirwan [no townland listed] [DD Notebook 2, Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
M. Kirwan died on the 16th of April 1880.
Mary Kirwan née Lowry (c. 1873-1938) of Scartnamore, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 9 Sept. 1938, p. 8]
DEATH OF MRS. M. KIRWAN—One of the best known residents of Glenmore parish passed away on Tuesday last in the person of Mrs. Mary Kirwan, who died at her residence, Scartnamore, after an illness of some weeks’ duration. Deceased, who was aged over 60 years, enjoyed widespread esteem in the parish and her demise evoked feelings of sincere regret amongst her relatives and many friends. Sincere sympathy will be extended to the bereaved husband and the other members of the family in the sad loss they have sustained. Interment took place at the family burial ground, Glenmore, on Thursday in presence of a good attendance. R.I.P.
[Editor’s Note–Mary Kirwan née Lowy married James Kirwan (laborer) of Ballyrahan at Glenmore on 9 Nov. 1893. James was the son of John Kirwan (publican) and Mary (servant) of Rochestown was the daughter of Thomas Lowry (laborer). Mary died on 6 Sept. 1938 her son James was present.]
Maurice Kirwan, of Rochestown, Glenmore [Wedding announcement in the Munster Express, Fri. 4 March 1938, p. 8]
PRETTY WEDDING. The wedding took place at Rosbercon parish church on Tuesday morning of Mr. Maurice Kirwan, eldest son of the late Mr. Wm. Kirwan and Mrs. Kirwan, Rochestown, Glenmore, and Miss Katie Murphy, Darbystown, Tullogher, only daughter of Mr. John and Mrs. Murphy, Darbystown. The ceremony was performed with Nuptial Mass by Rev. Coghlan P.P., Rosbercon. The best man was Mr. Thos. Kirwan, brother of the bridegroom, and the bride was attended by her cousin Miss Kathleen O’Keeffe, Mullinakill, Tullogher. The wedding party motored to Waterford, where the wedding breakfast was partaken at O’Brien’s Cafe with their numerous friends who wished them many years of bliss. The bridegroom is a popular member of the staff of Messrs Graves and Co., Waterford, and the bride and family are highly esteemed in Tullogher and district.
Nelly Kirwan, of Robinstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Mrs. Hannah Dowling, of Jamestown, Glenmore on 18 January 1970]
Nelly Kirwan, of Robinstown had a brother, Old Larry Kirwan who Mrs. Dowling thought inherited from Kelly, of Ballinaraha. Mrs. Dowling believed that Kelly was an uncle of the Kirwans. (The Kellys, of Ballinaraha lived where Pat Knox was in 1970). Nelly Kirwan married Jack Whelan, of Carraoghmore, Slieverue. They had no family. Nelly died a long time before her husband Jack. Jack left the place to his niece, Margaret Phelan, of Gaulstown. Margaret Phelan married Pat Knox.
Patrick Kirwan, of Scartnamore, Glenmore [Wedding Announcement in the Munster Express on Friday the 23rd of February 1934, p. 8]
Wedding Bells—The marriage was solemnised at St. John’s Church, Waterford, of Mr. Patrick Kirwan, Scartnamore, Glenmore, and Miss Eily Evans, Kilmurray, Slieverue. Mr. Michael Kirwan, brother of the bridegroom, was best man, and the bridesmaid was Miss Nellie Kirwan. We join with their numerous friends in wishing the newly married couple many years of health, happiness and prosperity.
Thomas Kirwan, Scartnamore, Glenmore [Note in the Munster Express, Fri. 26 Nov. 1937, p. 8]
LEFT FOR ENGLAND—Miss Margaret Delahunty, Rochestown, Glenmore, and Mr. Thomas Kirwan, Scartnamore, do., have left for England to take up employment.
–L–
LAFFON
Peggie Laffan née Mullally, native of Davidstown, Glenmore [Obit Gorey Guardian on Wednesday the 4th of June 1997]
This is a long obituary and may be found on our Obituary Page. The Obituary Page may be found on the home page under the Roots Button.
LAHERTY
Tom Laherty, [no townland provided] [DD Notebook 13 miscellaneous undated note]
Tom Laherty lived in a small house near Freany’s. Tom had a sister named Nell Laherty.
LAWLOR/LAWLERS
John & Thomas Lawlor, of Jamestown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 24, Letter written in 1980]
Old James Culleton of Kilbride who was born in 1867, told Danny Dowling that two brothers named Lawlor, of Jamestown, Glenmore, were teachers in the first Glenmore National School at Robinstown. It appears that they had a serious row over some matter with the local priest which resulted in the termination of their teaching appointments. Old James Culleton said he heard his father say that the brothers left the area, and went to Kilkenny where they took over the Kilkenny Moderator newspaper, and conformed to Protestantism. Danny checked the Tithe Applotment Book for the Parish of Ballygurrim and located John and Thomas Lawlor as occupiers of a farm at Jamestown in 1831.
Lawlers of Ballycurran [DD Note book 27, interview of Charlie Linegar, of Busherstown, Glenmore in April 2005]
Lawlers lived in Ballycurrin where Cody’s are now. A girl of the Lawlers committed suicide by jumping into the pump in the yard.
LENNON
Tom Lennon, a native of Gauestown, Glenmore [Note in the Munster Express, Sat. 15 June 1901, p. 5]
I was delighted to hear that my friend, Mr. “Tom” Lennon, Gaulestown, is home on a few weeks’ holidays and is looking extremely well. Mr. Lennon is filling an important and lucrative position in Liverpool. I hope “Tom” shall enjoy his vacation back in the “old sod.”
LINNEGAR
Linnegar Family [DD Notebook 26, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 22 May 1964]
There is a tombstone to the Linegar family in the old churchyard at the Black Corner in Kilmacow. It is said that they came from Bishopshall. Were Protestants a few generations back.
C. Linnegar, of Parkstown, Glenmore [Auction notice in the Munster Express, Sat. 21 April 1900, p. 1]
Lands of Parkstown (Near Glenmore) Co. Kilkenny—auction for Mr. C. Linnegar of Compact Farm, Cattle, Implements, etc., on the Lands on Friday, 27th April, Contents, 60a, 1 r, 15p. Statute. Rent only £12 18s 6d. Valuation £19 15s 0d. Suitable Dwellinghouse and Buildings. Sale at 12:30 o’clock. John Murphy, Auctioneer, Waterford.
LOWER
Rev. Stephen Lower (c. 1727-1800) [Blog post of 11 Nov. 2020]
RESEARCH TIP
Sometimes headstones can provide valuable information or family connections. In addition to information posted on pages on this website headstones in St. James cemetery (adjacent to the parsh church in Glenmore Village were photographed and transcribed by Glenmore-history.com volunteers. The headstones are available online and free of charge on Find a Grave website.