S – Glenmore Surnames
This page contains information on Glenmore people with surnames beginning with S. The information on this page 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.
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Page updated the 21st of August 2022. Sutton
SCANLON
Jack Scanlon, of Glenmore [DD Notebook 26, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore, on 13 March 1964]
Jack Scanlan’s (of Glenmore) mother was Fitzgerald of Milebush. Pat “the Jack’s” mother was her aunt and she was a Fitzgerald. Old Jim Scanlon came from Knockbrack to Glenmore [Village?]. Old Jim Scanlan had three children: [1] Jack Scanlon; [2] Bridget Scanlon, unmarried and [3] Katie Scanlon who married John Dunne of Cappagh, Glenmore.
Jack Scanlon (c.1910-1972) of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [Death Notice, Kilkenny People, Friday 17 March 1972, p. 10]
Mr. J. Scanlon—Mr. Jack Scanlon (62), of Graignakill (sic), Glenmore, who has died in St. Columba’s hospital, Thomastown, was one of the last old shoemakers in South Kilkenny. He carried on the business in his native district for many years. He was a patient in the hospital for the past 20 years. Interment took place at Glenmore, after Mass, celebrated by Rev. P. Madigan, CC, Glenmore who also officiated at the graveside.
Jim Scanlon [no townland listed] Glenmore [DD Notebook 14, notes entitled Scanlon’s of Glenmore]
Jim Scanlon was married to a Fitzgerald. They had at least three in the family. [1] Jack Scanlon never married; [2] Bridget Scanlon was the eldest daughter. She died as a young girl of consumption. [3] Kitty Scanlon married John Dunne, of Cappagh, Glenmore. After they married they went to England. Had at least one son James Dunne. Kitty was delicate and didn’t last long. Old Jim Scanlon had a sister, Ellen Scanlon, who was married to Patsy Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill.
SHEA
Peg Shea, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [DD Notebook 17, Interview of Matt Aylward, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore on 8 August 1956]
Peg Shea, of Ballyfacey, was alleged to have been a witch. It is thought that she lived in Judy Hurley’s house.
William Shea, of Bolgersland, Rosbercom [DD Notes 10 correspondence with Marie Shea, P.O. Box 164, Emmetsburg, Iowa 50536]
William Shea of Bolgersland, Rosbercon was married to Bridget Wall of ________. They were the great-grandparents of Marie Shea. They emigrated to America in 1850, (at least their son John Shea did). After their arrival in USA they worked in the Pennsylvania coal mines then in 1866 left for Iowa to farm.
(1) James Shea. Never married. Fought in the Civil War. Enlisted from Illinois. With foot soldiers in Montana. Received pension for frozen feet. Died 1895 in Emmetsburg, Iowa.
(2) Mary Shea married La Doyle who was a sailor. He was lost as sea. Mary was widowed at an early age and had no family.
(3) Johanna Shea married Christopher Gorey and they lived in Kentucky. They had 8 daughters.
(4) Kitty Shea married Tom McCabe probably in Ireland. Had 2 daughters.
(5) Anastasia Shea married Nicholas Wogan. They lived in western Pennsylvania.
(6) Robert Shea married Catherine Quinn in Iowa. They, had 5 sons and 3 daughters.
(7) William Shea married Mary Martin in Emmetsburgh, Iowa. Had family.
(8) Thomas Shea. Married a sister of Mary Martin. No family.
(9) Michael Shea. Killed at home from a fall off horse at the age of 10 or 12. Michael was the eldest of the family.
(10) John Shea was the 5th eldest. He married Mary Millea in Kane Co. Illinois in the town of Elgin. Mary Millea was the daughter of John Millea and Mary Davitt of Abington, Co. Limerick. Mary Davitt was the daughter of Henry Davitt. John Shea and Mary Millea had 9 children in family all born Emmetsburgh, Iowa.
SHEEHY
Edward Sheehy [no townland listed] [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Edward Sheehy’s first daughter was born on the 9th of April 1906.
Mary Sheehy, of Glenmore [Wedding Announcement in the Kilkenny People on Saturday the 28th of October 1939, p. 5]
Wedding at Glenmore: The marriage took place at the parish church, Glenmore, of Mr. Stephen Barron, third son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Barron, Ballyogan, Graiguenamanagh, and Miss Margaret Sheehy, daughter of Mrs. Mary Sheehy, and the late Mr. Edward Sheehy, Glenmore. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., Glenmore. Mr. Jeremiah Barron (brother of the bridegroom) was best man, and Mrs. Mollie Sheehy (sister of the bridge) was bridesmaid.
Mary Sheehy, of Ballinclare, Glenmore [Wedding announcement in the Munster Express, Fri. 3 Nov. 1939, p. 7]
WEDDING BELLS—Congratulations will be extended to Mr. Stephen Barron, Ballyogan, Graigue, and Miss Margaret Sheedy, (sic) Ballinclare, Glenmore, on their marriage, which was solemnised at the Parish Church, Glenmore. Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., do., officiated at the ceremony, which was followed by Nuptial Mass. The best man was Mr. Jerry Barron (brother), and the bride was attended by her sister, Miss Mary Sheedy. A reception was subsequently held at the home of the bride, at which upwards of twenty guests were entertained to a sumptuous repast a most enjoyable time being spent in music, song and dance. Mr. and Mrs. Barron later left for the Metropolis on the honeymoon.
SINNOTT/SYNNOTT
James Sinnott, of Weatherstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, on Friday the 2nd of January 1953]
Death of Mr. J. Sinnott. —The death occurred at his residence, Weatherstown, Glenmore. on Sunday last of Mr. James Sinnott after a protracted illness. Deceased was son of Mr. and Mrs. James Sinnott, do., and brother of Messrs. Patrick, Kieran, William, Larry, and Joe Sinnott; the Misses Mary and K. Sinnott, and Mrs. Cassin, to all of whom sympathy will be extended in the sad loss they have sustained.
A poignant feature of his passing is the fact that he was only in his 30th year. He was a well-known foot baler and won a number of County Championships with Glenmore, and also played intercounty with Kilkenny. His former colleagues of the local hurling and football club formed a guard of honour and acted as pall bearers when the remains were removed to Glenmore Church on Monday, the cortege being of large and representative dimensions, and included members of the local creamery staff, where he was employed for some years.
On Tuesday morning, Office and High Mass were offered up for the repose of his soul and burial took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery and as on the previous evening, there was again a large attendance of relatives and sympathisers. Rev. T. Greene, C.C. Glenmore, officiated at the grave side.—RIP
James Sinnott, of Weatherstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 9th of January 1953]
Late Mr. J. Sinnott. — Office and High Mass for the repose of the soul of the late Mr. James Sinnott (35), Weatherstown (whose demise we announced in last week’s issue) were offered up at Glenmore Parish Church. Celebrant of the Mass was Rev. F. Greene, CO., do., and the other clergy present were: Very Rev. Lee. Canon Coghlan, P.P., Rosbercon; Very Rev. J. Canon Ryan, P.P., Ferrybank;, Very Rev. C. Kennedy, P.P., Mullinavat; Rev. J. Galavan, CO., do.; Rev. D. Hughes, P.P., C.C, Slieverue; Rev. P. Hally, C.C., Ferrybank; Rev. N. Carrigan, C.C, Tullogher; Rev. J. Delaney, C.C, The Rower; Rev. B. Mullan, C.C, Kilmacow;. Rev. J. Hynes. C.C, Callan, and Rev. D. O’Hanlon, Chaplain, De La Salle College, do. .
Interment took place in the family burial ground adjoining subsequently, amidst every manifestation of sincere sorrow, and in presence of a large and representative attendance of relatives and friends. The coffin was borne to the graveside by Ms former, comrades of Glenmore Hurling and Football Club.
The chief mourners were: James and Mrs. Sinnott, Weatherstown (parents); Patrick. William, Kieran, Joe and John Sinnott, do.; Larry Sinnott, London (brothers); Mrs. Mulroe, do.; Miss Brigid Sinnott, do.; Mrs. Cassin, Killivory, Glenmore, and the Misses Mary and Anna Sinnott, Dublin (sisters).—R.I.P.
John Synnot, of Forristalstown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Thursday the 15th of October 1992]
DEATH OF FORMER GAEL The death occurred rather sudden at his residence, Forristalstown, Glenmore, of John Synnott of the late James and Anastasia Synnott of Weatherstown, aged 67 years and enjoyed good health all his life. A member of the Glenmore senior football team in the 40’s and with his two brothers won championship medals with his native parish.
Sincere sympathy to his wife Alice Synnott (nee Fortune), his step daughter Mary, sisters Mrs. Ann Bullock, Mrs. Kate Mullroe, Mrs. Bridget Condell, Mary Stacey all in London, brothers Paddy Synnott, Weatherstown, Kieran Synnott, London. He was predeceased by his brothers James, Joseph and Larry. Sister Ellie Cashin, Kilivory.
Of a quiet disposition and very popular in his native parish, he was on the outdoor staff of the Waterford Co-Op, Glenmore Branch for a number of years. Funeral from Cooney’s Funeral Home, New Ross to Glenmore Church on Saturday evening 10th Oct. and burial took place on Sunday morning after Requiem Mass celebrated by Rev. Lar Dunphy P.P. Large crowds attended the removal of the remains, Mass and burial.
Joseph Sinnott, of Weatherstown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Thursday the 18th of July 1991]
DIED UNEXPECTEDLY The parish of Glenmore was in mourning this week over the unexpected death of one of its most popular citizens, Joseph Sinnott, Weatherstown, who was employed as a van salesman by Country Style Sausages. Aged 63, he died shortly after admission to Waterford Regional Hospital. A prominent footballer, he helped the local club to county final success in 1954 and 1955. His coffin was draped in the club colours and former team mates carried the remains from the church to the graveside.
He spent his earlier life as a van salesman with Clover Meats with whom he worked for more than 30 years before its closure. Son of the late Thomas and Anastasia Sinnott, he was brother of Paddy, Kilbride; John Forristalstown; Billy, Weatherstown; Kieran, London; the late James, Weatherstown and the late Larry, London; of Mrs. Ann Bullock, Middlesex; Mrs. Katie Mulroe, London; Mrs. Bridget O’Connell, do.; Mrs. Mary Stacey, do., and Mrs. Ellie Cashin, Kilivory.
Judie Sinnott, of Gaulstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Mrs. Hannah Dowling, of Jamestown, Glenmore on 18 January 1970]
Judie Sinnott, of Gaulstown, married Billy Phelan, of Carraghlare?, Tullogher. Billy Phelan was a first cousin of Mrs. Mary Forristal, née Whelan, of the Halfwayhouse, Glenmore. Billy Phelan was also a first cousin of Jack Phelan, of Ballinaraha, Glenmore. Judie Sinnott and Billy Phelan had the following family: (1) John Phelan, never married and lived in Glyn, Co. Carlow;
(2) Pat Phelan died aged 15 or 16 years of age;
(3) Mary Phelan died whilst going to school aged about 15.
(4) Bridget Phelan married Jim Phelan, of Robinstown.
(5) Margaret Phelan married Pat Knox. Jack Phelan and his wife, Nelly Kirwan, of Robinstown had no children and Jack left their place to Margaret Phelan.
SMYTH
Mary Smyth, née Haberlin, native of Forristalstown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Thursday the 19th of March 1992]
MRS. MARY SMYTH–The death occurred in London during the week of Mrs. Mary Smyth (née Haberlin), formerly of Forristalstown, Glenmore. Burial took place in London. She was sister of B. Rigby and Thomas Haberlin, Forristalstown.
SNOW
John Snow [townland not provided [DD Notebook 8 from wall plaque inside of Slieverue Church, recorded by DD 1972]
Anno Domini 1800
Erected by John Snow, Esqr. in memory of
his beloved wife, Eliza Snow, alias Wyse
who departed this life July the 4th 1798
Requiescat in Pace.
He also gives the ground whereon this Chapel stands
forever in remembrance of her.
STAPLETON
Rev. John P. Stapleton (1904-1958) native of Slieverue [Death notice in the Munster Express, Fri. 3 Oct. 1958, p. 8]
Late Very Rev. J.P. Stapleton, P.P.—Office and High Mass for the repose of the soul of the late Very Rev. John P. Stapleton, P.P., Los Angeles, California, who died rather unexpectedly on Monday last, will be offered up at Slieverue Church on Monday morning next at 11 a.m.
Mary Stapleton (1906-1991) publican of Slieverue [Obit in the New Ross Standard, Thurs. 20 June 1991, p. 20]
LATE MARY STAPLETON Miss Mary Stapleton, who has died in St. Patrick’s Hospital, Waterford, was the last surviving member of the well-known Slieverue family which have been involved in the licensed trade in the village for more than one hundred years. A kind and charitable woman, she was popular with all who knew her. She was sister of the late Fr. John Stapleton, USA, and of the late Paddy Stapleton, Slieverue. Sympathy is extended to her sister-in-law, Peg; her nephews, nieces and other relatives. There was an exceptionally large attendance at her funeral.
[Editor’s note–Mary Stapleton was the daughter of Michael Stapleton & Mary Mullins. Her parents were married at Glenmore on 26 Nov. 1903. Michael was an RIC sgt., Parliament St., Kilkenny City, son of John Stapleton (farmer) and Mary Mullins was the daughter of Patrick Mullins (farmer) of Flemingstown, Glenmore. Mary Stapleton was born on 4 June 1906, Kelly’s Lane, Kilkenny her father was retired RIC at the time of her birth.]
Mary Stapleton, publican, late of Slieverue, and now in Holy Ghost Hospital, Waterford [DD Notebook 4 interview of Mary Stapleton in Waterford on 28 October 1977]
Mary Stapleton had two brothers: (1) Paddy Stapleton born 1909. Died 1964. (2) Fr. Stapleton born 1904. Died 1958. [Editor’s Note: Paddy and Mary took over their father’s pub in Slieverue after he died. When Paddy died suddenly, Mary ran the pub on her own.]
[DD Notebook 4, interview of Mary Stapleton in 1971] There were three Patrick Mullin in Flemmingstown—all at the one time in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. All of them were first cousins to one another. The Mary Croke who was married to one of the above Patricks, was from Tullogher. One branch of the Mullins family is buried in Rathkieran Graveyard. Mary Stapleton thinks that there is a headstone there.
Mary Stapleton’s great-grandmother, Margaret Howley was from Ballytarsney, Mooncoin. Her mother, Mrs. Mary Stapleton of Slieverue, was a third cousin of the late Tom Mullins of Flemingstown—present Nicky Mullin’s father. Patrick Mullins, Flemingstown married Mary Croke. Their son Patrick Mullins was married to Margaret Howley, Ballytarsney, Mooncoin. Their grandson was Patrick Mullins who married Julia Brennan of Ashgrove, Mooncoin. They were the parents of Felix etc. and grandparents of the present Mary Stapleton. There is a headstone to the above in Glenmore. The Felix Mullin’s lived where Fitzgeralds are now in Flemingstown. The other 2 families were in Nicky Mullin’s house and yard.
Mary Stapleton, native of Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 15 March 1946, p. 6]
DEATH of MRS. M. STAPLETON—We regret to record the death of an old and esteemed inhabitant of Slieverue, in the person of Mrs. Mary Stapleton, which sad event occurred at her residence in the village on Saturday last. Deceased, who had been confined to bed for some months past had attained to an advanced age. She was mother of Mr. Patrick Stapleton, Slieverue; Miss Mary Stapleton, do.; and Rev. John Stapleton, Los Angeles, U.S.A. to all of whom sincere sympathy will be extended.
A native of Glenmore, the late Mrs. Stapleton came of a well-known and widely-connected family, and carried on a very successful licensed business in Slieverue for many years past, where she was a popular and family personality. She was attended during her last illness by Rev. D. Hughes, D.D., C.C., do., and passed away fortified by the rites of the Holy Church, of which she was an ardent and most exemplary member.
The remains were removed to the local church on Sunday evening, the cortege being composed of a large and representative attendance from the area. Interment took place in the adjoining cemetery on Monday after Office and High Mass.—R.I.P.
Sgt. [Michael] Stapleton, of Glenmore R.I.C. [Article in the Munster Express, Sat. 8 Dec. 1900, p. 5]
Our popular member of the R.I.C., Sergent Stapleton, has taken a well-earned months holidays. He intends spending them in is native county, Roscommon. He has now a splendid opportunity of displaying his sportsmanship, as he is a great lover of the dog and gun. Sergeant Scanlon, Piltown, is doing the temporary duty.
Michael Stapleton (c. 1859-1921) publican of Slieverue [Death Notice in the Waterford News & Star, Fri. 22 April 1921, p. 5]
Death of Mr. Stapleton, Slieverue—the death which occurred rather unexpectedly on wed. of Mr. Michael Stapleton was learned of with profound regret by a large circle of friends and acquaintances. Deceased, who was a native of Roscommon, carried on a lucrative licensing business at Slieverue. He was brother-in-law of Mrs. Garvey of Johnstown, and leave three in family. Interment took place today at Slieverue.
STOKOE
Josie Stokoe née O’Connor, native of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Thursday the 31st of December 1992]
DEATH Mrs. Josie Stokoe (nee O’Connor), who died recently in Manchester after a short illness, was a native of Ballyfacey, Glenmore, who emigrated fifty-five years ago. She was predeceased by her husband who was interred in Glenmore Cemetery about three years ago. Mrs. Stokoe’s remains were also interred in Glenmore. She is survived by her daughter, Kathleen; her sister, Bridie Gaule, Slievecorrig, Rosbercon, and by her brothers, Michael and George (Ballyfacey), Eddie (Graiguenakill), Pat (Rathnure), Peter (Wexford), and Bill (The Mile Post). She was aunt of Glenmore and Kilkenny hurlers, Willie and Eddie O’Connor.
STRANGE
Strange Family, of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 4, Copy of letter from DD to Prof. John Mannion, of Newfoundland dated 10 Dec. 1977]
The Strange family came to Aylwardstown, in or about 1690, as tenants of the new Cromwellian owners, the Ponsonby family of Kildalton, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. It appears that the first Strange to come married a girl of the Aylward family. The Aylward family previously owned the Aylwardstown property.
Strange Bothers, in Cadiz, Spain [DD Notebook 4, Copy of letter from DD to Prof. John Mannion, of Newfoundland, dated 25 January 1977]
Regarding the Strange Brothers, in Cadiz, Spain, they were of the Aylwardstown family. They were int he wine trade and also were general merchants. They were also involved in baking, along with their brother-in-law Wiseman. The Strange hom in Sprain dates from about 1750 and probably earlier. “Some 20 years ago all of the Strange papers were stored in Aylwardstown and burned by a Mrs. Connely. Her son Thomas told me about this about two years ago.”
Ann Strange, of Aylwardstown House, Glenmore [DD Notebook 20]
Strange-Forristal Tablet in Glenmore Church
Anne, daughter of Laurence Strange of Aylwardstown and widow of Edmond Foristal of Rochestown. Departed this life in February 1853 (or1863?) Her devoted attached and deeply afflicted brother Peter Strange has placed this tablet to her memory.
[Danny stated that during work on the Church in the 1960’s the plague was removed from the Church. Danny objected at the time to the removal of a number of items that parishioners had donated, but the priest at the time continued to authorise removals. ]
Thomas F. Strange, Solicitor of Waterford [Obit in the Waterford Mirror & Tramore Visitor newspaper on Thursday the 4th of February 1897]
Death of Mr. Thomas F. Strange, Solicitor. It is with feelings of most unfeigned regret that we this evening record the death of this deservedly esteemed gentleman, which occurred on Tuesday afternoon, at his residence, Tramore, at the patriarchal age of 85 years. Waterford and Tramore have had within the past few months to lament the deaths of several of their most highly respected citizens, three of whom, at least—all “fine old Irish gentlemen” have far exceeded the allotted span-of three score years and ten,” namely, Mr. Congreve Rogers, whose sojourn this “vale tears ” exceeded a century. Mr. Henry Galway who died the ripe age of 92years, and our old and highly valued friend, Mr. Thomas F. Strange, whose demise, at the advanced age of 85 years, it is our sad duty to chronicle to-day.
The late Mr. Strange who was a near relative of the late Cardinal Wiseman and Justice Shee, ably filled the Civic Chair in the year 1856, and was undoubtedly one of the most able and eloquent- members of the Town Council. We have had during a rather lengthened experience, opportunity of meeting a large number of public men, and we can truly say that three more upright or honourable gentlemen we have never met.
As an official of the Corporation (the late Mr. Strange being Legal Adviser to that body), have frequently met him at the meetings of the Finance and other Committees, as well as at the general meetings of the Council, where his sound judgment, impartial decisions, and inoffensive and kindly demeanour proclaimed him to be a thorough gentleman in every sense of the word. His familiar presence will long be missed from amongst us, and is certainly no mere figure of speech to say that his death has left a blank which it will be difficult to fill, and that it will be a considerable time before “we look upon his like again.”
The remains of the deceased gentleman will be removed on Friday morning, at 11-15, from Tramore, for interment in the family vault at Aylwardstown, near Glenmore, County Kilkenny, whence they will doubtless be followed by a number of friends, many of whom will often sigh— ??? tomb of the vanished hand…
SULLIVAN
Laurence Sullivan [no townland listed] [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]
Laurence Sullivan died on the 17th of March 1910.
Sullivans of Carrigcloney, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of John Power of Carrigcloney, Glenmore on 23 February 1970]
A family called Sullivan lived in a small house by the side of the river in Carrigcloney, near where the fishermen went out to trowl. The walls of the small house are still there. The family went out of it about 90 years ago. Bid and Pan Sullivan’s mother or father lived int he small House. Pand (Blind) Sullivan lived in Cody’s and Bid Sullivan lived in Barron’s.
SUTTON
John Sutton, of Glenmore [Blurb in the Munster Express, Fri, 25 March 1960, p. 2]
Local Man Honoured—John Sutton, Glenmore, well known Kilkenny All-Ireland hurler, will referee the Wembley Senior Hurling Tournament Semi-final game between Waterford (All Ireland champions) and Cork at Waterford Gaelic Field on Sunday next. The winners meet either Kilkenny or Dublin in the final in London on Whit Saturday, 4th June.
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