W – Glenmore Surnames

This page contains information on Glenmore people with surnames beginning with W. 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. Women are generally listed uder their married names.

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Annie Wall née O’Donovan (c. 1876-1939) of Ballyroura Mill [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 28 April 1939, p. 8]

This long obituary may be found on the obituary page. The obituary page may be accessed via the home page by clicking on the Roots button and selecting obituary from the drop down menu.

Stasia Wall, of Davidstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Stasia Wall, of Davistown and John Vereker, of Ballymountain, were married on Wednesday the 6th of June 1934.

Mary Wall née Phelan (c.1858-1938) of Davidstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 26th of August 1938]

Death of Mrs Wall—The death occurred at her residence in Davidstown, Glenmore, on August 11^th of Mrs. Wall. Deceased, who was aged over 80 years was in feeble health for some time past. The remains, accompanied by a large attendance of relatives and friends, were removed to the parish church, Glenmore, on Saturday, 13^th, where Requiem Office and High Mass for the repose of her soul were offered up.

The interment took place in the family burial ground at Kilcolum. Rev. Fr. Vereker, C.C., officiated at the graveside. The chief mourners were—Mrs. John Doherty, Davidstown; Miss Ellie Wall, do; Mr. John Vereker, Ballymountain (daughters); Mrs. Kennedy (sister-in-law); Mr. John Doherty, Mr. J. Vereker (sons-in-law); Josie, Mary Ellie, James and Patrick Doherty (grand-children); Mr. and Mrs. Doherty, Coolnaleen; Mr. Rd. Doherty, Mooncoin; Miss Kitty Doherty, do; Miss Mary Wall, Glenmore; Mr. Patrik Vereker, Ballymountain; Mr.  and Mrs. W. Doherty, Ballinlammy; Mr. and Mrs. Irish, Glenmore; Mr. and Mrs. Forristal, do; Mr. and Mrs. J. Fitzgerald, Flemingstown; Mr. Ed. Doyle, Polerone, Mooncoin; Mrs. P. Purcell, do. Etc. (relatives and friends).

[Editor’s note–Glenmore Parish records: Patrick Wall, farmer, of Davidstown married Mary Phelan of Coolnaleen on 25^th of February 1892 at Glenmore. Patrick was the son of James Wall (farmer) and Mary was the daughter of Michael Phelan (farmer). Death register: “Mary” Wall died 11^th August 1938, at Davidstown, aged 80, widow of a farmer. John Doherty, son-in-law present at death.]

Paddy Wall, of Jamestown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 24, interview of Nellie Dowling née Doherty, of Rathnew, Co. Wicklow c. 1980]

Paddy Wall, worked all his life at Dowlings in Jamestown. He was a small little man, distant, and not very friendly. Nellie Dowling remembers him to die. He died in the Hospital in Ross, and on the night of his death Danny Dowling’s grandfather saw a light coming up through the fields towards the house, as far as the gate of the yard. Nellie heard this from Hannie Dowling.

WALSH

Walsh Family of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [DD Notebook 24, interview of Wm. Conway, in Clune, on 17 March 1980]

In the Ballyquin Cluster [Mullinavat] one of the houses belonged to a family called the Purse Walshs. Their house stood in front of Conway’s house. The Purse Walsh farm contained 44 Irish acres. Maddocks now own this farm. The dwelling house is now gone. Nellie Walsh was last of family here. The Walshs of Ballybrahee came from this house.

Walsh family, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [DD Notebook 13, miscellaneous undated notes]

The Walsh family, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore had a farm of 22 Irish acres of land. All of the members of this family were able to play the fiddle and the melodeon. [1] Kitty Walsh, unmarried; (2] Paddy Walsh, unmarried. He had a bad leg. [3] Jimmy Walsh married Mary Dermody, of Crowbally, Ballyhale. They had four in their family: [3a] Maggie Walsh; [3b] Hannie Walsh; [3c] James Walsh; and [3d] Mary Walsh married to a man named Whelan.

Walsh family, of Robinstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Mrs. Hannah Dowling, of Jamestown, Glenmore on 18 January 1970]

The Walsh Family, of Robinstown lived in the little place where McBrides are now. The Walshes were in Robinstown when Mrs. Dowling was going to school. (1) Mary Walsh died in Robinstown about 50 years ago; never married. (2) Margaret Walsh married to Knox of around Ballydow. (3) Katie Walsh married to a Fogarty of around Kilmacow and (4) There was a brother who Mrs. Dowling thought was named John Walsh who died young, and unmarried. Honor Walsh was an aunt of the Walshes of Robinstown and Honor Walsh was married to Peter Duggan, of Ballinaraha.

Walsh family, of Davidstown, Glenmore [Ad in the Kilkenny People, Fri. 27 July 1973, p. 7]

FRANCIS E. Walsh, USA requests Walsh Families residing in Davidstown, Parish of Glenmore, County Kilkenny, contact him regarding family research. 325 North 43^rd Street, Belleville, ILL. 62223, USA

Anty Walsh, of Parkstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 13, miscellaneous and undated note]

Anty Walsh, of Parkstown, Glenmore had 7 acres of land. She died at Mullally’s and they got the land. She is dead about 100 years. [Editorial note–other entries on the page were dated 2010 thus Anty Walsh may have died about 1910.]

Anty Walsh, of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [DD Notebook 20, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 31 October 1973]

Anty Walsh, of Graiguenakill, was the daughter of David Walsh, the carpenter. Like her father she worked for the Strange family of Aylwardstown House as a housemaid. When T. A. Strange left Aylwardstown, he brought Anty Walsh to Liverpool to work for him. They lived on the outskirts of the city. He had a Janesy car for hire. He got broke there and he had to leave off his servants. Anty Walsh returned home and went to work in Tramore where she spent the rest of her life working in big houses.

She worked for Colonel Boucher, of the British Army. He had his troops situated in Clonmel. It was a great house of entertainment. All night parties with lashings of food and drink. No questions ever asked about grub or spirtis only order more. Plenty of money always laid on tables for maids and cooks by the army officer guests. The poor people of Tramore always got plenty of grub here. A son of Jim Cashin, the shoemaker, of Ballyreddy, worked in this same house as a footman.

She spent a couple of years with Boucher until he left. She then worked with another family. It was not near as good a house. She eventually retired to Graiguenakill where she died in hospital in Waterford about 45 years ago. She was unmarried between 70 to 80 when she died. A very well refined, nice and well spoken lady. Her sister Maggie was in the bed for over 30 years a cripple. A couple of years before she died Maggie got up out of the bed and moved about until she died.

Billy Walsh, of Ballygurrim, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore 29 December 1969]

The first Walshes went from Ballygurrim, Glenmore to Shanbogh, Rosbercon. Billy B. Walsh had a shebeen at Ballygurrim. He was there during the time of the Whitefeet. He used to say of the Whitefeet , “Drink plenty and it’ll make chickens of ye. It will strengthen your bones and put speed in your feet and make ye well able to whale the police.”

Billy Joe Walsh, of Moulerstown, Glenmore [DD Notes 10, interview of Mrs. Mai Aylward, Ballyfacy, Glenmore, 12 Feb. 1967]

Billy Joe Walsh of Moulerstown, lived in house on the roadside near the forge which was situated further down the road. He was married to Ellen Ryan. They had no family, and had a farm of 28 acres in Moulerstown and another farm in Busherstown. Mai Aylward née Dowling of Jamestown never remembered Billy Joe, but as a child of 6 or 7 she remembered the wife to die. Ellen Ryan Walsh was an aunt of John Ryan of Ballycurrin, Tullogher and James Harley of Busherstown. James Hartley’s mother was Anty Ryan and John Ryan’s father was Dick Ryan.  Anty and Dick were siblings of Ellen Ryan Walsh. The Moulerstown farm is now owned by Dick Ryan of Ballycurrin. The other farm in Busherstown is now owned by Hartley’s of Busherstown.

Bridget Walsh née McDonald (1870-1961) of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [Obit Munster Express, Fri. 1 Sept. 1961, p. 14]

Death of Mrs. B. Walshe—The death occurred at her residence, Ballyfacey, Glenmore, on Friday last, of Mrs. Bridget Walshe. Deceased, who had been ailing for some time, was practically the oldest inhabitant in the area, having attained to the great age of over 90 years and was an esteemed and familiar personality in the district. She was a member of the McDonald family, Ballyfacey, which has been associated with the agricultural life of the parish for many years, and widow of Philip Walshe, do who died some years ago.

She was also mother of Mr. Rd. Walsh, do.; mother-in-law of Mrs. R. Walsh, do., and aunt of the Williams family, Kilmacow; the McDonald family, Ballyfacey, and the McDonald family, Graun, Mullinavat. She is survived by a number of grandchildren. The remains, accompanied by a large attendance form the local and adjoining parishes, were removed to Glenmore Parish Church on Saturday evening, and on Monday morning Office and High Mass were offered up, of which the celebrant was Rev. J. Dunphy, C.C., do. Interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery.

Bridie Walsh, native of Rochestown, Glenmore [Death notice in the Munster Express, Fri. 4 March 1938, p. 8]

VOTE OF SYMPATHY. At a special meeting of the Kilcolumb Fianna Fail Club held on Monday night, sympathy was extended to the Walsh, family, Rochestown, prominent members of the club, on the death of their sister, Bridie who died following an operation in England. The meeting adjourned as a mark of respect.

Bridie Walsh, of Knockbrock, Glenmore [Wedding announcement in the Munster Express, Fri. 25 April 1941, p. 8]     

            WEDDING AT GLENMORE—The marriage was solemnised at Glenmore Parish Church on Thursday morning of Mr. Edward Murphy, Parkswood, County Waterford, and Miss Bridie Walsh, Knockbrock, Glenmore. Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., officiated at the ceremony. The best man was Mr. J. Roche, Haggard, and the bride was attended by her sister, Miss Lena Walsh, Ballydaw. Breakfast was partaken of subsequently at the home of the bride, where a few enjoyable hours were spent. The groom has been for a number of years employed at Rossinan, Mullinavat, and both are very popular in their respective districts. They carry with them into wedded life the best wishes for their many friends for their future happiness and welfare in their new home at Greenville, Kilmacow.

Brigid Walsh née Walsh (c. 1883-1958) native of Haggard, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 4 April 1958, p. 9]

            Death of Mrs. B. Walsh—The death occurred at her residence, Drumdowney, Slieverue, of Mrs. Brigid Walsh, at the fine old age of 75 years. She was wife of Mr. Joseph Walsh, do., who is well known in farming circles in the district; and sister of Mr. Edward Walsh, Haggard, Glenmore, and the late Mrs. Griffin, Rathpatrick, Slieverue. She was also aunt of Mr. Paddy Griffin, Griffith Place, Waterford; Mrs. O’Rahilly, Mrs. J. Walsh, Ferrybank; and Mr. Ml. Walsh, vocational teacher under Offaly County Vocational Education Committee.

A native of Haggard, the late Mrs. Walsh enjoyed much esteem in Slieverue Parish, and sincere sympathy will go out to the bereaved husband and relatives in the sad loss they have sustained. Office and High Mass for the repose of her soul were offered up at Slieverue Church on Saturday morning of which the celebrant was Rev. D. Hughes, D.D., C.C., do.; and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Subsequently, in presence of a large and representative attendance of relatives and friend. R.I.P. Funeral arrangements by Messrs. T. Power and Sons, Ferrybank.

Brigid Walsh (c. 1888-1958) native of Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 21 March 1958, p. 2]

            Death of Mrs. Brigid Walsh—The death occurred at her residence, Bigwood, Mullinavat, of Mrs. Brigid Walsh, at the age of over 70 years. Deceased, who was a well-known and esteemed figure in the district, was a native of Glenmore, and wife of Mr. Patrick Walsh, Bigwood, shopkeeper, and mother of Mr. Pakey Walsh, do., to whom, as well as the other relatives, sincere sympathy will be extended in their bereavement.

She had been ailing for a considerable time past, though the end, nevertheless came rather unexpectedly, and was learned with sincere regret by her many friends. The remains, accompanied by a large attendance from the local and adjoining parishes, were removed to Bigwood Church on St. Patrick’s Day, and were received on arrival by Rev. J. Galavan, C.C., Mullinavat, who recited the prayers. Interment took place in the adjoining cemetery on Tuesday—R.I.P. Funeral arrangements by Mr. N. O’Neill, Sallypark.

Mrs. Brigid Walsh, of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [Obit NEW ROSS STANDARD of Fri, 2 Sept. 1927]

OBITUARY MRS. WALSH. GLENMORE. The death occurred on the 26th at  her residence, Ballybrahee,  Glenmore, of Mrs. Brigid Walsh, wife of Mr. Patrick Walsh, and mother of Madame M. Martha, Sacred Heart of Mary Convert, Ferrybank, and of Mr. James K. Walsh, merchant, Glenmore. Deceased, who belonged to a very respectable and extensively connected family, was extremely charitable, and the poor people, to whom she was particularly kind and helpful, have reason to mourn her death. She was most obliging, and ever ready to assist those in need by advice and substance. Her happy death was in keeping with her edifying Christian life.

The deepest sympathy is felt with the members of the family. The funeral was of remarkable dimensions. The prayers at the graveside were read by the Rev. Thomas Heffernan, C.P., Belfast, assisted by the Rev. Father Holohan, P.P. Glenmore. At the Solemn Requiem Mass and Office on Monday there was a large attendance, including the relative and friends. R.I.P.

David Walsh, of Glenmore Village [DD Notebook 8, interview of Margaret Walsh of Peter St. Waterford (daughter of David Walsh) c.
1955]

David Walsh had a shop (public house?) near the chapel in Glenmore. He later worked in George White’s, O’Connell Street Waterford. David had at least two children: (1) Edward Walsh and (2) Margaret (Maggie) Walsh.

David Walsh , of Carrickcloney, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck,
Glenmore]

David Walsh, of Carrickcloney, died November 1859.

David Walsh, of Graguenakill, Glenmore [DD Notebook 20, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore, on 31 October 1931]

David Walsh, of Graiguenakill, was a carpenter. He worked for the Strange Family of Aylwardstown House, Glenmore. He was paid 12/= per week and no board. One of his daughters, Anty Walsh, was the housemaid in Aylwardstown House.

Dick Walsh, no townland listed [DD Notebook 5, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 24 November 1977]

Dick Walsh worked at Dinny Merrigan’s of Milltown, Glenmore. He married Merigan’s sister and they both went to life in Waterford. His brother, Neddy Walsh, worked at Doherty’s , of Milltown all his life. Neddy Walsh never married. He was a low size, stout , strong man.

Dr. Walsh, Bishop of Ossory, [DD Notebook 2, Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore] [Believe reference is to Edmond Walsh]

[Entry 1] Dr. Walsh consecrated Bishop of Ossory , 1846.

[Entry 2] The Kilkenny Cathedral commenced August 1843. Finished and consecrated for the first time Mass celebrated the 4th of October 1857. The length 162 feet. Cost £25,000 by Bishop Walsh.

Edward Walsh, of Peter St., Waterford [DD Notebook 8, interview of Margaret Walsh of Peter St., Waterford (sister of Edward Walsh) c. 1955

Edward Walsh the son of David Walsh, was a steward on the S.S. Ida which plied between New Ross and Waterford. Miss Smedmore, 47 Lower Yellow Road, [Waterford] opposite Philip St. Convent, was aunt of Ed and Maggie Walsh. Maurice Boyle of Waterford Corporation lived for a long period with Ed and Maggie Walsh in Peter Street. Maggie Walsh is buried in St. Stephen’s cemetery, New Ross. Danny Dowling attended Maggie’s funeral c. 1958.

Edward Walsh, of Peter St., Waterford, formerly of Glenmore Village [Obit Munster Express, Friday the 20th of July 1934]

Death of Mr. E. Walsh, Peter St.—The death occurred at his residence, Peter St., Waterford, on Tuesday of Mr. Edward Walsh, who was for many years employed by the Clyde Shippig Co. at Waterford as canvasser and collector. The deceased had been in indifferent health for some months past, up to which time he carried out his duties with his usual efficiency. In his early days he was in the service of the old Waterford Steamship Co., and acted in the capacity of steward for many years on board the “Ida,” the paddle steamer which plied daily between New Ross and Waterford in the busy days of shipping in Waterford port.

The deceased leaves, a widow and family, two of whom are connected with business houses in the city and Dublin. One of his sons (Mr. Ed Walsh) is on the staff of Messrs Hearne and Co., drapers, Waterford, while another (Mr. David Walsh) occupies a position in Clery and Co’s establishment Dublin. To these and other members of his family sympathy is extended in their sad bereavement. The remains were removed to the Cathedral on Wednesday, and on Thursday the funeral left for interment at Slieverue after Office and High Mass.—R.I.P.

Elizabeth “Lizzy J.K.” Walsh née Heffernan (1884-1955) of Glenmore Village [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 9th of Dec. 1955, p. 12]

DEATH OF MRS. ELIZABETH WALSH—The death occurred at St. Columba’s Hospital, Thomastown, of Mrs. Elizabeth Walsh, Glenmore, at the age of over 70 years. Deceased was widow of Mr. J. K. Walsh, do., who died over twenty years ago, and mother of Mr. Eric Walsh, well-known hackney driver, do.: Mr. Michael (Hal) Walsh, Salthill, Galway, and Mrs. E. Fitzpatrick, Ballinasloe, do., to all of whom sincere sympathy will be extended in their bereavement. She was also sister of Mr. Richard Heffernan, retired teacher, Bray, Co. Wicklow; the late Rev. Fr. Frederick, C.P. and the late Rev. Fr. Thomas C.P., Ardoyne, Belfast.

The late Mrs. Walsh conducted business in Glenmore Village, including dance and concert hall for many years, and also at Tramore Promenade, until the property was taken over by the Tourist Association. She enjoyed much esteem amongst a wide circle of friends in South Kilkenny, Waterford City and County, and her demise, though coming after a protracted illness, was learned with sincere regret by her many friends. Office and High Mass were offered up at Glenmore Parish Church on Friday morning, of which the celebrant as Rev. F. Greene, C.C., do., and interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery, in presence of a large attendance of relatives and friends from over a wide area. R.I.P.

[Editor’s note: Elizabeth Florence Heffernan was born on 15 Dec. 1884 at Cappagh, Glenmore the daughter of Michael Heffernan, constable of the RIC and his wife Elizabeth Heffernan née Walsh.] [See, blog post regarding 1937 marriage of her only daughter “Etta”].

Elizabeth Walsh, of Glenmore Village [Note in the New Ross Standard, Fri. 15 June 1962, p. 12]

            Miss Elizabeth Walsh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Walsh, Glenmore, who won the All-Ireland female English ballad championship.

Ellen Walsh (?-2004) of Rochestown, Glenmore (Death notice in the Munster Express, 6 Aug. 2004, p. 29)

Late Ellen Walsh—The death took place of Ellen Walsh, Rochestown, Glenmore on Sunday the 18^th of July and her remains were removed to St. James Church, Glenmore on Monday the 19^th of July. Requiem Mass was at 12 noon on Tuesday the 20^th of July and interment took place in Glenmore Cemetery. Ellen Walsh is survived by her nieces and nephews.

Ellen Walsh née Mullins (c. 1877-1949) native of Flemingstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 27 May 1949, p. 8]

               DEATH OF MRS. ELLEN WALSH—One of the best known residents of Mullinavat village, passed away on Thursday night of last week, in the person of Mrs. Ellen Walsh, after a long illness. Deceased was widow of the late John Walsh, do., who died in June, 1945, and mother of Messrs, Thomas, John and Rd. Walsh, do.; Miss Nellie Walsh, do., and sister of Mr. Laurence Mullins, Australia, and the late Rev. John Mullins, C.C., Cullohill, Laoighis. She was sister-in-law of Mr. Richard Walsh, The Mill, Mullinavat, and aunt of Nicholas Mulllins, Glenmore; Tom Mullins, Dublin; Mary and Eily Mullins, do.; Mrs. Walsh, Ballyfacey; Mrs. T. Power, Ballyduff, Dungarvan; John Mullins, V.S., Auckland, New Zealand, and Patrick and Larry Mullins, New York.

A native of Flemingstown, Glenmore. She was an esteemed personality since her advent to Mullinavat on the occasion of her marriage 35 years ago. Widely read, extremely intelligent and possessed of outstanding literary ability, the late Mrs. Walsh was a brilliant conversationalist and lovable personality. She had attained to the age of 72 years. She had not enjoyed robust health for a considerable time past, having been confined to bed for the past two years. All section united in paying a last deserving tribute to the memory of deceased when the remains were removed to the local Parish Church. The cortege included representatives of the local Harriers’ Club, Young Farmers; Club, with which her sons have been prominently identified for many years past.

On Saturday morning, Office and High Mass were offered up at which Very Rev. C. Kennedy, P.P., Mullinavat, presided. Fourteen priests were present Interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery.—R.I.P. Funeral arrangements by Messrs. T. Power and Sons, Ferrybank. [Editor’s Note–The death register provides that Ellen Walsh died on the 19^th of May, at Mullinavat, aged 72, widow of a farmer, her son Richard was present at her death. ]

Ellie S. Walsh, of Rochestown, Glenmore [Article in the Munster Express, Fri. 25 March 1949, p. 8]

               ON A HOLIDAY—Miss Ellie S. Walsh, daughter of Mrs. and Mrs. James Walsh, Rochestown, Slieverue (sic) is home on a holiday from Surrey, England, where she has been engaged in the nursing profession for the past fifteen years.

Harry Walsh, formerly of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [Death notice in the New Ross Standard on Thursday the 25th of April 1991]

MR. HARRY WALSH–The death has occurred in England of Mr. Harry Walsh, formerly of Ballybrahee, Glenmore, who was son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Martin Walsh. Interment took place in England.

Henry “Bounce” Walsh (? -1847) of Catsrock, Glenmore [Three blog posts have provided information concerning the convicted and executed man]

• Perpetrator of serious assault (1845); Victim of a serious assault (1846) https://glenmore-history.com/the-prologue-henry-bounce-walsh-of-catsrock-glenmore/
• On trial for murder (1847) https://glenmore-history.com/the-murder-trial-of-henry-bounce-walsh-of-knockbrach-glenmore/
• Botched execution (1847) https://glenmore-history.com/the-public-execution-of-henry-bounce-walsh-in-1847/

Henry “Bounce” Walsh (?-1847) of Catsrock, Glenmore [DD Notebook 24, interview of Richard Kennedy, of Charlestown, Kilmacow on 17 March 1980]

Richard Kennedy often heard that there were two Bounces living in Catsrock, one of them had a farm of 40 acres, and the other Bounce lived in a small house with plot at the back of Freney’s haggard. He also heard the old Freney women say that when they came back from the court they were all crying, and the parents never allowed it to be mentioned in front of the children even afterwards. Bounce’s farm was later incorporated into the Freney holding.

Ned Micil Walsh, of Haggard, Glenmore, “Ned the Mason,” used to call into see Richard Kennedy, in Charlestown, and used always say that the Freneys and the Walshs were near related. Richard Kennedy also heard that Bounce Walsh was convicted in the wrong. It would appear that the first man Freney to come from Kilbride to Catsrock, was married into a Walsh girl, one of the Bounces.

Henry Walsh (c. 1833-1864) died at Parkstown, Glenmore [Report of Inquest in the Kilkenny Journal, and Leinster Commercial and Literary Advertiser on Saturday the 17th of December 1864]

Sudden Death.—Thomas Izod, Esq., Coroner, held an inquest at Parkstown, near Glanmore (sic), on the 10th inst., on the body of a labourer, named Henry Walsh, about 31 years of age, who died rather suddenly on the Thursday previously. Itappeared from the evidence taken at the inquiry that the deceased after going bed on the night of the 7th inst., complained that his heart was “squeezing together,” and that was vevy ill. On the following day he became worse and died in the evening. The jury found that death had resulted from natural causes.

Dr. Jack Walsh, of Charlestown [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Dr. Jack Walsh, of Charlestown, married Miss O’Sullivan, of Dublin, on the 8th of August 1938.

Jack “The Weaver” Walsh, of Glenmore [DD Notebook 5, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 24 November 1977]

Old Jack “the Weaver” Walsh, of Glenmore, came from the Campile area of Co. Wexford to work as a weaver in Gaffney’s mill in Glenmore

Jack Walsh, native of Weatherstown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Thursday the 25th of July 1991]

DIED IN LONDON–The death has occurred in Ealing, London, of Mr. Jack Walsh, formerly of Weatherstown, Glenmore, who emigrated about fifty years ago and who last visited his native area in 1962. He was a prominent Glenmore footballer in the 30s. He was brother of Jim Walsh, New York; William Walsh, Kent, England; Rose Molroe, Waterford; Teresa Sansom London. He was uncle of Liam Walsh, the Kilkenny All-Ireland hurler.

James Walsh (c. 1875-1946) of Glenmore Village [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 7 June 1946, p. 6]

            DEATH OF MR. J. WALSH—Mr. Jas. Walsh, Glenmore, who has died, was engaged in the carpentry trade in the village for many years, and was a well-known personality. He was husband of Mrs. Lil Walsh, Glenmore, and father of Mr. James Walsh, do., and Mrs. M. Breen, New Ross.

Deceased, was aged 69 years, had been ailing only a short time, and his passing was learned with sincere regret by his numerous friends, colleagues and many clients in the trade. The remains were removed to the local Parish Church on Sunday evening, the cortege being composed of an extremely large attendance, practically every house in the district being represented, which bore ample testimony to the widespread popularity enjoyed by deceased and his family Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery on Monday, the final prayers at the graveside being recited by Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., Glenmore—R.I.P.

Munster Express, Fri. 9 Aug 1946, p. 6–LATE MR. JAMES WALSHE—From a Chicago newspaper: “His legion of friends in New York, Chicago, Peoria, Kansa City, San Francisco and Los Angeles, will learn with much regret, and refresh their memories of many happy event, in the passing of Jimmy Walshe, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, an accomplished musician and a member of a highly respected and musically-gifted family. So once again, our sympathy wings its way back to the happy hunting ground. May his soul rest in peace.” Mr. Walshe, as already announced in our paper, died last June. [Editor’s Note–Jim B’s father]

James Walsh, the carpenter, Glenmore VIllage [D.D. Notebook 27, Interview of Nicholas Walsh, of Davidstown on 5 April 2005]

James Walsh the carpenter of Glenmore made two farm carts for Walshs of Davidstown about 1936 at a cost of £2 each. They supplied the timeber and fittings and he even painted both vehicles for the sum of £4 after he had made them.

James K. Walsh, Glenmore Village [Obit in the New Ross Standard on Friday the 23rd of October 1934]

This long obituary may now be found on the obituary page. The obituary page is accessed via the home page under the “Roots” button.

James Walsh ( c. 1901-1958) of Glenmore Village [Obit in the New Ross Standard, 28 Feb. 1958, p. 12]

Died Limerick.—Garda James Walsh, whose death occurred at the Regional Hospital, Limerick, on Saturday, was well known in New Ross. A native of Glenmore, he joined the Force in 1933, and was stationed in Carrick-on-Suir for some years before being transferred to Adare where he remained for twenty-one years. He was Captain of the Glenmore Company of the I.R.A. and was imprisoned. He was also Brigade Engineer of the 6th Battalion, South Kilkenny Division.

His old comrades of the Glenmore Company formed a guard of honour at the removal of the remains, and members of the Garda, under Supt. W. Coonan. formed a guard of honour at the funeral to Glenmore. Military honours were rendered by the New Ross Company of the F.C.A., and a bugler sounded the Last Post. He is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Doherty, Rosbercon; two sons and two daughters to whom sympathy is extended. [Editor’s Note–Per the death register Garda James Walsh died on the 22nd of Feb. 1958 at the age of 57 of cancer].

James Walsh of Weatherstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 4, Martin Coady of Weatherstown, Glenmore in May 1977]

The Walsh family had a farm of 40 Irish acres in Weatherstown, Glenmore. The last of the male line in Weatherstown, was James Walsh who died in 1909 unmarried. His sister Main Walsh lived with him, and was also unmarried Main Walsh died in 1919. Both of them used speak Irish. The land went down to the present Connolly’s Cross. The old name for that part of Jim Walsh’s farm extending down to Connolly’s Cross was the “Flohanins.”    It is now owned by William Fitzgerald, of Weatherstown, his father having bought it.

 A sister of James and Main Walsh was married to Tom Gahan, a native of Weatherstown. The Gahans lived in Boston, U.S.A. and had two sons Frank and John. Frank Gahan fought with the U.S. Army in Europe in the First World War. He visited Weatherstown at that time. The Walsh’s mother was one of the Sé Óg Walshs of Ballyeowhanght(?), Tullogher, and Jim and Main were first cousins of Dickie Doherty of Ballinlammy, Glenmore.

James “Jim the Weaver” Walsh (1870-1960) of Glenmore Village [Blog post of 31 Oct. 2020]

James “Jim the Weaver” Walsh (1870-1960) of Glenmore Village [Obit in the Kilkenny People, Sat. 9 April 1960, p. 6]

LATE MR. JIM WALSH—One of the most likeable characters in the village of Glenmore has just passed to his Eternal Reward, and we breathe a prayer for the happy repose of the soul of James Walsh, whose death took place rather suddenly on Monday morning last. Jim as he was popularly known to us, had reached the fine old age of ninety years—he was born on November 21, 1870, and he only retired from active work some nine or ten years ago, when he finished his long working life as a roadman under the Kilkenny CO. Council. Starting work as a lad of nine at Maher’s of Ballyvarring, he worked both at home and in England at various types of jobs, was always known for his industrious habits, and highly respected amongst his many neighbours and friends in his native village.

When our reporter called on him last autumn, Jim gave him a most interesting look back on the days of his youth, and helped to recall many vivid incidents of his times in Glenmore where his father carried on the old-time work of handweaving. His memory of names of many of the old footballers in the village and county was astonishingly clear. He lived in the cottage where he was born, and up to recently had had enjoyed his usual good health.

His remains were removed to Glenmore Parish church on Tuesday evening last, and interment took place on Wednesday morning following Requiem Mass Very Rev. W. Brennan, P.P., Glenmore, assisted by the Rev. J. Murphy, C.C. officiated at the graveside. The chief mourners were: Mrs. Walsh (wife); Michael and Walter Walsh (sons); Miss Bridie Walsh, England (daughter). The funeral was attended by a large concourse of neighbours and friends.

Old Jim Walsh and Main Walsh, of Weatherstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 5, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 24 November 1977]

Old Jim Walsh and Main Walsh, of Weatherstown were brother and sister. They had a farm. Jim Walsh was known as “Bothered Jim.” He was kind of deaf and used to talk high. He was a big man. Old Cashin, the shoemaker, was invited out by Jim Walsh to visit him. The invitation extended over a long time, and finally Cashin did visit him, thinking he was going to have a great evening with a few drinks thrown in. After some time Jim said to Main “get a pawpeen for Cashin.” That was all he got.

James Walsh, at Rochestown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

The second child of James Walsh was born at Rochestown on the 1st of March 1907.

James Walsh, of Rochestown, Glenmore [Article in the Munster Express, Fri. 1 Aug 1947, p. 2]

          REUNION OF BROTHERS—Four brothers, all well known footballers in former years, were re-united for the first time after twenty-four years, a few days ago, when Messrs. Pat and Michael Walsh, Heywood, England; Jack Walsh, Fisherstown, and James Walsh, Rochestown, Slieverue (sic), met together on a holiday.

Jane Walsh (c. 1895-1974) of Busherstown, Glenmore (Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 31 May 1974, p. 9)

Death of Miss J. Walsh of Busherstown, Glenmore–The death took place in the District Hospital, New Ross on Ascension Thursday of Miss Jane Walsh, of Busherstown, Glenmore at the age 79. Deceased who had been associated with the farming life n the district for many years was sister of Mrs. Bridget McGrath, Forristalstown, do., and aunt of Mr. Charlies Linegar, of Busherstown; Mrs. Ellen Walsh, do., and Mrs. Alice Long, Carrigcloney, Glenmore. The remains were removed to Glenmore Parish Church on Friday evening, and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery on Saturday morning after Requiem Mass. Celebrant was Rev. P. Madigan, C.C., Glenmore, who also officiated at t he graveside, assisted by Very Rev. M. Brennan, P.P., do.  

Jim Walsh, of Busherstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 27, Interview of Charlie Linegar of Busherstown, Glenmore in April 2005]

Jim Walsh of Busherstown, Glenmore, son of Walter [Walsh] and Eily Linegar [Walsh], was married to Bridget Kehoe, of Ballylane, New Ross, and had following family: [1] Walter Walsh in England; [2] Helen Walsh in Ballyroe married to ___ O’Keefe, have children; [3] Geraldine [Walsh] married to _____ Ryan, son of Ned Ryan who was born in Milltown [Glenmore].

John Walsh, of Rochestown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

John Walsh, of Rochestown and _______ Butler were married on the 7th of February 1910.

John Walsh (c. 1810-1889) of Graiguenakill, Glenmore [Death reported in the Munster Express on the 18th of May 1889]

A SUDDEN DEATH NEAR GLENMORE–An old man named John Walsh, of Graiguenakill, died rather suddenly on Wednesday of last week. He was at work at the Brickfields, and at breakfast he complained of an inward pain and could not take food. He was taken home immediately and was attended by Rev. Father Dunphy, C.C. Glenmore. The pain became more violent, and there being no time to send for medical aid, he died the same evening.

Deceased was close on 80 years, and considering his great age and his being latterly subject to a pain in his stomach, his death was not quite unexpected. Sergeant King having reported the circumstances as related to Dr. Coghlan, Coroner, he did not consider an inquest necessary.

John Walsh (1889-1911) of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [Memory card from the Collection of Michael Hoynes]

The memory card which provides a photo of the deceased and a short bio can be found on the Memory Card page which is accessed from the home page by clicking on the Roots button and selecting the page.

Rev. John Walsh, native of Davidstown, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard on Friday the 20th of Dec. 1929]

The full obituary may be found on the obituary page which is accessed via the homepage by clicking on the “Roots” button.

John Walsh (c. 1892-1959) of Jamestown, Glenmore [Obit in the Waterford News and Star, on Tues. the 7th of April 1959]

Mr. John Walsh, Glenmore–On Thursday at St. Columba’s Hospital Thomastown, the death occurred at the age of sixty-seven years of Mr. John Walsh, native of the parish of Glenmore, he was born in the townland of Jamestown, the son of the late John and Margaret Walsh, do. Although in failing health for the past year or so his death nevertheless came rather unexpectedly. A most popular figure in the district he came of a family long associated with the farming community in the parish of Glenmore. A member of Sinn Fein, he took an active part in the War of Independence after which he emigrated abroad. He spent many years in the U.S.A., Australia and New Zealand before returning home some few years ago.

He was brother of Mr. Thomas Walsh, Jamestown: Mr. Nicholas Walsh, Chicago, U.S.A.; Mrs. Hannnh Knox, Ballygown, Piltown, the late Mr. Walter Walsh, Jamestown; the late Mr. Andrew Walsh, Ballinaboola, Co. Wexford; and the late Mr. James Walsh, Garryduff, Templorum. He was uncle of Messr Patrick and John and Miss Mary Walsh, Jamestown; Messrs. James and John and the Misses Mary and Margaret Knox, Ballygown, Piltown. Mrs. Josephine Power, Garryduff, Templorum. He was uncle of Mr. John Walsh, High Street, Templorum; Mrs Margaret Kennedy, Ashtown, Templorum; Mr. John Walsh, Ballinaboola; Mr. Walter Walsh, Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow and Sister Margaret Mary Walsh of the Convent of the Sacred Heart of Mary, Ferrybank, Waterford.

His remains were removed from the hospital to Glenmore Parish Church on last Friday evening and internment took place on the following day after Requiem Mass at 10 o’clock. Rcv. William Brennan, P.P. Glenmore, officiated at the grave side. On to-day, Tuesday, Office and High Mass, or the repose of his soul was celebrated in Glenmore Parish Church. Rev. James Murphy, C.C. was the celebrant and Rev. William Brennan, P.P. presided. To his brothers and sister we extend our deepest sympathy.

Kathleen Walsh née Mullins (1914-1985) of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [Obit Kilkenny People, Fri. 5 April 1985, p. 19]

The death occurred after a brief illness recently of Mrs. Kathleen Walsh (70) of Ballyfacey, Glenmore. A member of a well known farming south Kilkenny family, the Mullins of Flemingstown, Glenmore. She was the daughter of the late Tom and Mrs. Mary Mullins, [née Walsh] do.

Wife of Mr. Richard Walsh, Ballyfacey, she was mother of Mr. Philip Walsh, Glen, Tullogher; Mr. Richard Walsh, Clondalkin, Co. Dublin; Mr. Andrew Walsh, Ballyfacey, Glenmore and Mrs. Breda Kelly, Gormanston, Co.Meath. Her eldest son, Tom Walsh, Ballyfacey, died two years ago. She is also survived by her grandchildren Richard and Sharon Walsh, Glen; Rebecca Walsh, Dublin; John, Jarleth, Janette, Antionette and Marianne Kelly, Co. Meath. She was sister of Mrs. Hanna Power, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford; Mr. Nicholas Mullins, Flemingstown, Glenmore; Mr. Tom Mullins, Dublin; Mr. Laurence Mullins, California; and Mr. John Mullins, New Zealand.

The remains were received at St, James’s Church, Glenmore by Fr. Timothy O’Connor, P.P., Glenmore and then following requiem mass she was buried at adjoining cemetery. Fr. O’Connor was assisted by Fr. William Dalton, St. Kieran’s College, a native of Mullinavat and friend of the family. The lessons were read by Jarleth Kelly, grandson of the deceased.

Larry Walsh (1910-1997) native of Davidstown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 11th of June 1997]

This obituary appears in full on the obituary page which may be accessed via the home page under the “Roots” button.

Laurence Walsh, Carrignaurra, Slieverue [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Laurence Walsh, of Carrignaurra, died May 5th 1906.

Laurence Walsh (c. 1806-1860) of Grogan, Davidstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Mick Walsh of Grogan on 10 December 1969]

Laurence Walsh of Grogan died in March 1860, aged 54 years. He was married to a Murphy of Grogan. She was born near where the present Murphy’s live. Laurence was born in the old house opposite to where Murphy’s are now. It was known as the “Cocks.” He got married and built the dwelling house that  stood on a site in the middle of the present yard.  Laurence had the following family;

  (1) Pat Walsh married in Grogan to Peggie Kennedy. Pat died in June 1913 aged 75/6. The wife died in Feb. of the same year aged about 75 years. (2) Fr. Robert Walsh was in the USA died in Worceter, Massachusetts in 1908 or 9, aged 66 years. There were at least 2 Vereker priests at this time in Worcester.  Fr. Robert Walsh was born in March 1841. He spent a portion of his early missionary life in Newfoundland. (3) John Walsh died unmarried aged 19 years. All the Walsh’s of Grogan are buried in Slieverue.

Margaret Walsh, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Margaret Walsh, of Ballyfacey, and _______ Maher were married about the 1st of November 1910.

Margaret M. Walsh (1879-1959) of Davidstown, Glenmore [see blog post of 26 November 2020 regarding her small contribution to the War of Independence].

Martin Walsh, of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Interview of Michael Power, of Busherstown, Glenmore on 26 December 1969]

Martin Walsh, of Knockmoylan or Kileen [Mullinavat?] married Bridies Kirwan who had a farm in Ballybrahee. They had the following family: (1) Patt Walsh who married and had the home place. He married Bridget Hoynes of Aylwardstown, Glemore. Dead about 40 years; (2) Jim Walsh went to America and was married to a sister of Jack Holden, of Clune, Glenmore. They had a family and one of their sons was a priest; (3) Martin Walsh, in Waterford and married one of the Doherty’s of Milltown, Glenmore; (4) Bill Walsh, in Weatherstown, Glenmore was known as “the Flute”. He was married to Bridget Walsh (Luke); (5) Maria Walsh never married and lived and died in Ballybrahee.

Martin Walsh (c. 1887- 1962) [National Death Register]

Martin Walsh, of Ballybrahee, Glenmore died on the 20^th July 1962 at the Co. & City Infirmary of Waterford. He was a married 75 year old labourer who died of cancer of the bladder.

Martin Walsh, of Rochestown, Glenmore [Notice in the Munster Express, Fri. 1 Aug. 1947, p. 2]

          APPOINTED INSPECTOR—Mr. Martin Walsh, Rochestown, Glenmore, has been appointed Sheep Dipping Inspector under Kilkenny County Council for Dunkitt area during the current season.

Mary Walsh, of Moulerstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 4]

Married on the 2 February 1860 by Cert. of the Rev. M. Walsh P.P. Rosbercon, Edmond Dowling to Mary Walsh of Molerstown (sic). Witnesses were Thomas Kelly & Bridget Walsh. J.D.

Mary Ann Walsh (1886-1962) of Glenmore Village, Graiguenakill Townland [Notice in the Munster Express, Fri. 20 July 1962, p. 2]

“Welshe—the family of the late Mary Ann Welshe, Graiguenakill, Glenmore, wish to thank most sincerely, all those who sent Mass cards and attended the funeral. The Holy Mass will be offered for their intentions.” See our post of 12 March 2023 regarding Graiguenakill residents in 1961. [Editor’s note it is believed that the deceased was married to James “Jim the Weaver” Walsh (1870-1960), see above.].

Mary “Molly” Walsh née Walsh (c. 1905-1937) native of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 30 April 1937, p. 8]

            LATE MRS. M. WALSH—Mr. Mary Walsh, formerly of Rochestown, wife of Mr. Nicholas Walsh, Jamestown, Glenmore, died in Chicago on April 6^th last, at the age of 32. Her funeral was presided over by Mgs. Morrisson. Pictures of the funeral were taken outside the Holy Name Cathedral by Mr. Mackey and his son, late of Ballymagill.

The chief mourners were—Nicholas Walsh (husband).Thomas and Laurence Walsh (uncles); Enid and Louisa Walsh (aunts); Patrick and Mrs. Cashen (cousins); Mr. Connolly and husband, Ed O’Connor, Ballyfacey; Patrick Kennedy, Rathinure; Stephen Mackey, Ballymagill; Wm. Foley, Thomas Glynn, Frank McDonald (friends).

The deceased had been in failing health for some time past. Her husband placed on her coffin a large wreath of lilies, and there were also several wreaths from friends. She was a member of the Nursing Council of England and Wales for ten years. Barrow Valley Cumann voted sympathy to the father, mother, sisters and brothers of the late Mrs. Walsh and adjourned as a mark of respect.

Mary “Molly” Walsh née Walsh, (c. 1905-1937) native of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard, Fri. 30 April 1937, p. 12]

            GLENMORE LADY’S DEATH IN CHICAGO—The death has occurred in Chicago of Mrs. Walsh, a member of a very respectable and popular Glenmore family, and wife of Mr. Nicholas Walsh, also a member of a highly esteemed Glenmore family. Mrs. Walsh, who was daughter of Mr. James Walsh and Mrs. Alice Walsh, Rochestown, was educated at the Convent of Mercy, New Ross, ad was a graduate of Queen Ann’s Nursing Corps, London, for seven years and won several distinctions. She and her husband are extremely popular in Chicago and prominently associated with religious, social and philanthropic works. This was demonstrated by the immense funeral to Mount Carmel and at which several prominent citizens, representatives of leading Catholic Irish societies, members of the Irish Consul Office an many priests were present.

At the Solemn High Mass Right Rev. Monsignor Morrison presided and the celebrant Rev. Father Daly. The pall bearers were: Mr. F. O’Connor, formerly of Ballyfacey, Glenmore; Mr. Stephen Mackey, Tullogher; Mr. P. Kennedy, Rathnure, and Messrs W. Foley, F. O’Donnell and T. Glynn, all highly repected citizens. The sermon was delivered by Father Daly, who paid a great tribute to the noble qualities and charitable activities of the deceased. Her highly esteemed husband has been the recipient of numerous expressions of sympathy from all sections in the city. [Editor’s note–per information on Findagrave.com “Molly” Walsh was born on 23 Oct. 1905, the daughter of James Walsh and Alice Doherty. She was the spouse of Nicholas Walsh and she died on 6 April 1937.]

Maureen Walsh, of Glenmore [Munster Express Friday 2 May 1941]

WEDDING AT GLENMORE–At Glenmore Pariah Church the wedding took place of Mr. John Breen, William Street, New Ross, and Miss Maureen Walsh, Glenmore. The happy couple were united in matrimony by Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., Glenmore. Mr. James Walsh, was best man, and Miss Ellen Breen acted as bridesmaid. The bride is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Walsh, Glenmore. A number of guests were later entertained at the home of the bride’s parents.

Maureen Walsh, of Glenmore [Munster Express, Fri. 9 May 1941, p. 8]

            WEDDING AT GLENMORE—A pretty wedding took place at Glenmore on April 23^rd, the ceremony being performed by the Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., Glenmore. The contracting parties were Mr. John Breen, second eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Breen, William St., New Ross, and Miss Maureen Walsh, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walsh, Glenmore. Mr. James Walsh, brother of the bride, acted as best man, whilst the bridesmaid was Miss Eileen Breen sister of the bridegroom.

The bride was charmingly attired in beige ensemble and wore a bouquet of bridal fern with cream narcissi. A special feature was the beautiful music played during the Nuptial Mass, and as the bridal party entered and left the church the Wedding March was rendered by Mrs. H. Curran, N.T., Glenmore. The breakfast was partaken of at the home of the bride, where upwards of twenty guests were entertained and a few pleasant hours were spent. Toasts were drunk and vocal and musical items contributed.

In addition to the bride and bridegroom, those present at the breakfast were: Mr. and Mrs. Walsh, Glenmore (parents of the bride); Mrs. Breen, New Ross (mother of the bridegroom); Miss Eileen Breen, Mr. J. Walsh, Miss Eileen Walsh, Glenmore; Mrs. Curran, N.T., do.; Miss Cissie Holden, New Ross; Miss Kitty Ennett, Cappa, Glenmore; Miss Sara Kelly, Graiguenakill, Glenmore; Miss Mary Brophy, Robinstown; Mrs. Thos. Walsh, Glenmore; Miss Kitty Reid, Crobally, Mullinavat; Mr. Wm. Darmody, do.; Mr. and Mrs. Rd. Walsh, Glynn, Tullogher; Mr. P. Murphy, New Ross; Mr. J. Murphy, do.; Mr. J. O’Shea, do.; Mr. Michael Griffin, do.

The bride enjoys widespread esteem in hr native and surrounding districts, whilst the bridegroom is also popular in sporting and hurling circles, having ben for some years captain of the New Ross O’Hanrahans. Their legion of friends wish them many years of connubial bliss.

They were the recipients of a number of valuable presents, amongst which were the following: Mr. James Walshe (dining room table); Mrs. Walsh (linen); Mr. J. Walshe, Jnr (cutlery); Mrs. Breen New Ross (pair blankets); Mr. Rd. Breen (cutlery); Miss Eileen Walshe (statue); Mrs. Currant, N.T., Glenmore (21 piece tea service); Misses Hetty and Maura Curran (embroidered toilet set); Miss Mary Foley, Glenmore Creamery (silk table cover); Miss Cessie Holden, New Ross (eiderdown quilt); the Ennett family, Cappagh (21 piece tea service); the Kelly family, Graiguenakill (quilt); Mr. and Mrs. Rd.Walsh, Glynn, Tullogher (pair cushions); Mr. A. Murphy, Arthurstown (cheque) Mr. Ml. Murphy, do., (Irish linen tablecloth); the Heffernan Walsh family (embroidered linen); Miss Kitty Forristal, Robinstown, Glenmore (lace Duchess set); Mr. J. McGrath, Newtown (prayerbook); Mrs. Walshe, Cappagh (linen tablecloth); Mrs. Eily Mernagh (Duchess set); Mrs. Heffernan, Cappagh (embroidered pillow set); Miss Eileen Hefffernan, do (handkerchiefs); Miss Elsie Power, do. (do.); Mrs. Thos. Walshe, Glenmore (silk bedspread); Miss Alice Cody, do. (Damask tablecloth); Mrs. B. O’Keefe, Glenmore (embroidered pillow set); Miss kitty Doolan, do. (Duchess set); Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Darmody, Crobally, Mullinavat (sick bedspread); Miss Biddy Doolan, Glenmore (statue); Miss Mary Brophy, Robinstown (tea cosey); Mrs. Brophy, do. (linen tablecloth); Miss Bridie Murphy, Ballinlammy (silk bedspread); Miss Hannah Walshe, Ballyfacey (hand painted vases); Mrs. Maher, Ballyfacey (teapot); Dr. and Mrs. Quigley, Priory Place, New Ross (embroidered pillow set); Mrs. Roche, North St., Ne Ross (satin tablecloth); Mr. Val. Connolly, Rosbercon (Gilbert clock); Mr. and Mrs. O’Shea (silk bedspread and dressing table runner); Mr. David Corcoran, New Ross (Gilbert clock); Mr. Patrick and Mrs. Murphy, New Ross (parlour lamp); Mr. Wm. Murphy, New Ross (silk bedspread); Mr. and Mrs. Ml. Monaghan New Ross (hearthrug); Mr. Ml. Griffin (quilt); Mr. and Mrs. Furlong, New Ross (pair ornaments); Mrs. Byrne, New Ross (tea set); Mrs. McGrath, do. (glass drinking set, cake-stand and salad bowl); Mrs. Murphy, do (silver tray and drinking set); Mrs. E. Whelan, New Ross (hearth rug); Mrs. P. Dowling, Jamestown, Glenmore (cutlery).

Maureen Walsh, native of Rochestown, Glenmore [Wedding announcement, Munster Express, Fri. 20 June 1958, p. 2]

            Pretty Wedding at Glenmore—Lyng-Walsh—Rev. Michel Dermody, Corbally, Mullinavat, Co. Kilkenny, who was ordained for the Diocese of Sacramento, U.S.A., at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Kilkenny on Sunday week last, performed his first wedding ceremony on Wednesday when his cousin, Miss Maureen Walsh, S.R.N., was married to James Lyng at Glenmore Church. The bridegroom, a farmer and a well-known member of Macra na Feirme is second son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Lyng, Ballygalvert, Ballywilliam, New Ross, Co. Wexford.

His bride, who prior to her marriage was attached to the staff of the Fevver Hospital, at New Ross, is youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walsh, Rochestown, Glenmore, Co., Kilkenny. Assisting Fr. Dermody, who also celebrated the Nuptial Mass, very Rev. Fr. Brennan, P.P., Glenmore; Very Rev. Michael O’Neill, Adm., Wexford (cousin of the bridegroom); Rev. P. Foley, C.C., Templeudigan; Rev. P. Doyle, C.C., New Ross; Rev. Fr. Murphy, C.C., Glenmore and Rev. Fr. Grennan, Campile (recently ordained).

Given away in marriage by her father, the bride looked radiant in an ankle length frock of Irish lace over taffeta with headdress of orange blossom and Limerick lace. She carried a bouquet of pink carnations and maiden hair fern. The bridesmaid, Miss Kathleen Walsh (bride’s sister) wore a blue ankle length frock with matching headdress and carried a bouquet of red roses. Mr. John Lyng (brother of the bridegroom) was best man. A reception at the Bridge Hotel, Waterford was attended by 63 guests. The newly wedded couple later left on the honeymoon which is being spent in London and is being spent in London and Paris. Going away the bride wore a pale blue frock under an off white coat with hat to match.

Michael Walsh, [no townland provided] [Sympathy Notice, New Ross Standard on Friday the 28th of June 1935]

BALLYCRONEY F.F. CUMANN RESOLUTION—At the monthly meeting of the Ballycroney Fianna Fail Cumann, Mr. P. Greene presiding, on the proposition of Mr. John Hart, seconded by Mr. John Holden, a vote of sympathy was passed to Messrs. Patk. and Kevin Walsh, Glenmore, on the death of their brother, Mr. Ml. Walsh, and the meeting adjourned as a mark of respect.

Michael Walsh, of Haggard, Glenmore [Article in the Waterford Standard, Sat. 23 Oct. 1937, p. 10]

            A CONTRACT. The contract for the erection of a new Garda station at Inistioge has gone to Mr. Michael Walsh, Haggard, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny.

Michael Walsh, of Haggard, Glenmore [From parish records reviewed to establish link between Ned “the Mason” Walsh (1880- ), of Haggard and Henry “Bounce” Walsh (?–1847)]

Michael Walsh, of Hagart (sic) on 12 Oct. 1832 married Mary Aylward, of Hagart. Witnesses to the wedding were Laurence Grant and Mary Kavanagh. The following children were found in the Glenmore parish records: (1) Edmund Walsh, bapt 20 Aug. 1833; (2) Michael Walsh, bapt. 8 Mar. 1835; (3) Michael Walsh, bapt. 29 Aug. 1836; (4) James Walsh, bapt. 26 Sept. 1838; (5) Michael Walsh, bapt. 9 April 1841; (6) Patrick Walsh, bapt. 6 June 1843; (7) Bridget Walsh, bapt. 2 June 1849 and (8) Andrew Walsh, bapt. 22 Nov. 1851.

(5) Michael Walsh (bapt. 1841) (stone mason) of Haggard, married Margaret Moore, of Knockbrack, on 1 Aug. 1870. His father Michael Walsh, Sr. was deceased. Her father was Michael Moore (laborer). Their children included [per 1901 Census] (5a) Michael Walsh born on 23 Sept. 1874 (stone mason); (5b) Edward “Ned the Mason” Walsh, born 6 June 1880; (5c) Mary Walsh (c. 1876) dressmaker; (5d) Ellen Walsh (c. 1877); (5e) Bridget Walsh, (c. 1883); (5f) Maggie Walsh, (c. 1886); (5g.) Andrew Walsh (c. 1889).

[There are two simialar headstones in St. James’ Glenmore cemetery. One is on the front left and the other is on the front right. One lists Michael Walsh, of Haggard, who died in March 1917 aged, 75. The other lists Margaret Walsh, of Haggard, who died in March 1917, aged 65.] [Per the Death Register, Michael Walsh, of Cappagh, Glenmore, aged 75, widower, mason, died 29th March 1916.]

Michael Walsh, native of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 19 Sept. 1975, p. 20]

Death of Mr. M. Walsh—Mr. Michael (Mike) Walsh, Manor Street, Waterford, who has died in Ardkeen Hospital, Waterford, was a native of Rochestown, Glenmore, and had been on the staff of the Clyde Shipping Company, Waterford, for fifty years. At the time he retired ten years ago he was watchman at the Quay for the Company, and was a well known and familiar personality. Aged 88, he was the last surviving member of a family of ten, and is survived by his sons, daughters, nephews, nieces and other relatives. His wife, the late Mrs. Walsh, died some years ago. Following Requiem Mass in St. John’s Church, Waterford, the funeral took place to the family burial ground at Slieverue. Very Rev. M. Phelan, P.P., Slieverue, officiated at the graveside.

Mick Walsh, of Shanbogh, Rosbercon [DD Notebook 2, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, of Graiguenakilll on 29 December 1969]

Mick Walsh (The Twists), of Shanbogh, married Mary Smith who was from around Tinerrany, Rosbercon. They had 3 daughters:
(1) Mary Walsh married Alex? Doyle of Ross. They went to American after they married. His mother had a shop in Robert St. where she bought and sold spuds.
(2) Lizzie Walsh married Henry Doolan of Tinerrany.
(3) Jonie Walsh married Jack Mernagh, of Ballyverneen, Glenmore. She only lived a year or so after getting married. Jack Mernagh was living in with her in the cottage of Shanbough. After she died he went off to England.

Micky “the Crác” McGrath’s real name was Walsh, of Newtown Glenmore [DD Notebook 8, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore in May 1974]

Micky “the Crác” McGrath’s real name was Walsh, of Newtown, Glenmore was a thatcher.

Neddy “Vankish” Walsh, of Knockbrack or Haggard, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore on 1 February 1970]

Neddy “Vankish” Walsh used to work breaking stones as an old man on the main Ross-Waterford Road and on the old road up near Kelly’s under Kehoe’s Lane for Phil Hartley, of Weatherstown. This was about 75 years ago. He was an old man then being about 80 years of age. There was no pensions then and one had to work to get a bit to eat. Neddy never had a match. He used to say, “I have no match but I’ll give you a bit of tech.”

Neddie Walsh, of Milltown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 24, interview of Nellie Dowling née Doherty, of Rathnew, Co. Wicklow c. 1980]

Neddie Walsh worked and lived at Doherty’s in Milltown. In terms of family he had at least two brothers. Also, Hannie Murphy and Paddy Murphy of Moulerstown, Glenmore, were a niece and nephew of his. He was a fine man, and a great ploughman. Sunday was his day for cleaning out from under the horses. The wheelbarrow which he used was sure to have it wheel fall off, so as to enable him to get to Ross earlier, for a few drinks which he was fond of himself and Pat Greene, of Jamestown, used always go together for a few drinks. On one occasion they were caught whilst drunk and brought to court where they were convicted. Afterwards at confession, he had to go round the Chapel three times on his knees for penance. Neddie Walsh was well in his 70’s when he died.

Nicholas Walsh, native of Jamestown, Glenmore [Death notice in the Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 1982, p. 22]

Nicholas Walsh, loving husband of the late Mary Terese (Molly); dear brother of Hannah Knox of Ireland, the late John, Thomas, Andrew and James; many nieces and nephews; dear friend of Andy and Juanita Bushell. Funeral from John Carroll Sons Home for Funerals, Wabash and Erie, Wednesday, Sept. 1, 1982, to Holy Name Cathedral Chapel where mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. interment Mount Carmel Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2 to 8 p.m.

Paddy, “The Barrister” Walsh, of Rochestown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 20, Interview of Nicholas Forristal, of the Mill, Graiguenakill, Glenmore, on 31 October 1973)

Paddy the Barrister Walsh was married to Mary Anne Cullen of Forristalstown, Glenmore, who was a sister of the late Jim Cullen. Paddy and Mary Ann Walsh had son Tom Walsh who died young man and their daughter Maggie married John Aylward of Redacres. Paddy had a brother, Tommy “the Barrister” Walsh who was the father of the present Mrs. Mullally of Davidstown.

Patrick “Eric” Walsh (c. 1917- 1974) of Cappagh, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 22nd of February 1974, p. 19]

This long obituary can be found on the obituary page which may be accessed from the home page by clicking on the Roots button.

Patt Walsh, of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Interview of Michael Power, of Busherstown, Glenmore on 26 December 1969]

Patt Walsh, of Ballybrahee, was the son of Martin Walsh and Bridie Kirwan. Patt was married to Bridget Hoynes, of Aylwardstown, Glenmore. Patt Walsh and Bridget Hoynes had the following family: (1) Martin Walsh married Terese Harte, of Sligo; (2) Jim Walsh married Lizzie J.K. Walsh; and (3) Bridie Walsh was a nun, Madame Martha at Ferrybank Convent (Sacred Heart Order).

Patrick Walsh, Grogan, Davidstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Mick Walsh of Grogan on 10 December 1969.

Pat Walsh was a brother of Laurence Walsh. Pat stayed in the home place, and was married and had the following family: (1) Larry Walsh. In America. He was a baker. Died only 24 years ago; (2) Robin Walsh; (3) Pat Walsh; (4) John Walsh. In America. Died there. (5) Mary Walsh, lived in Waterford and died there about 20 years ago. (6) Peggie Walsh is buried in Slieverue. Peggie died earlier than Mary.

 None of this family got married. They sold the farm to their cousin Pat Walsh (Laurence’s son). Pat Walsh was the grandfather of the present Mick and Nicky Walsh of Grogan.

Mr. Pat Walsh, of Davidstown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

In the Diary it was noted that Mr. Pat Walsh, of Davidstown died about a month sooner than Mrs. Vereker of Davidstown. Mrs. Vereker died on the 31st of May 1913.

Patrick Walsh, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Patrick Walsh, of Ballyfacey, died 16th May 1906.

Phil Walsh, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Phil Walsh, of Ballyfacey, got married in March 1905.

Philip Walsh, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [Death notice in the New Ross Standard, Fri 14 Jan. 1838, p. 6]

               Deaths— Mr. Philip Walsh, Ballyfacey, Glenmore

Richard Walsh, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [Obit Munster Express on 25 March 1988]

         LATE RICHARD WALSH (Ballyfacey, Glenmore) We extend our sympathy to the sons and daughter of the late Richard Walsh of Ballyfacey, Glenmore, who at the age of 75 years, died after a short and brief illness in the District Hospital, New Ross, on 11th March last. A well-known and highly respected farmer in the district, he was only child born to the late Philim and Mrs. Bridget (a member of the McDonald family, Ballyfacey), Walsh, Ballyfacey. His wife, Kathleen Walsh, who was a member of the Mullins clan from Flemmingstown, Glenmore. died in March of 1985 and three years ago also his son Thomas Walsh of Ballyfacey also died.

The late Richard is survived by his only daughter, Mrs. Breda Kelly. Gormanstown, Co. Meath. Sons: Andrew, Ballyfacey; Philim, who resides in Glen, Tullogher, and Richard Walsh of Clondalkin, Co. Dublin. He is also survived by grandchildren, John, Jarleth, Jannette, Antoinette and Marianne Kelly, Richard, Sharon and Cathy Walsh, Glen, Tullogher and Rebecca and Ann Marie Walsh. Co. Dublin. The late Richard with his late wife, Kathleen, were much involved in farming and since retiring actively from it the deceased took to reading a lot. Very Rev. Lar Dunphy, P.P., Glenmore, officiated at the Requiem Mass for the repose of his soul in St. James’ Church, Glenmore. The attendance was representative of all the farming and sporting organisations in the district and showed the high esteem that the late Richard was held in.

Richard “Dick” Walsh (c. 1912-1996) native of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard Wednesday the 14th of August 1996]

This obituary may be found on the obituary page. The obituary page is accessed via the home page under the “Roots” button.

Robert Walsh, native of Davidstown, Glenmore [Note in the Munster Express, Fri. 27 June 1947, p. 2]

          BACK TO THE STATES—Mr. Robert Walsh, Davidstown, Slieverue (sic), son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Walsh, do., returned to Chicago during the weekend after a 3 months’ holiday in the homeland.

Robert Walsh (c. 1914-1930) of Charlestown House, Kilmacow [Waterford News & Star, Fri. 3 Jan. 1930, p. 6

DEATH OF MR. R. WALSH, CHARLESTOWN HOUSE—It is with deep regret we have to chronicle the death of Mr. Robert Walsh, Charlestown House, Waterford. He had been in failing health for some time, and the end came on Christmas Day, in the presence of his relatives, at the early age of 26 years. He was educated at St. Kieran’s College, Kilkenny, where he was an exhibiter and prize winner, and later proceeding to the Veterinary College, Dublin, he had a very successful course, receiving first class honours in his examinations.

The deceased was a member of the University Gaelic football and hurling teams. He was wounded in Croke Park on “Bloody Sunday.” The late Mr. Walsh was a brother of Dr. Laurence Walsh, Leeds. It is sad to recall that his death occurred within twelve days of that of his uncle, the late Rev. J. Walsh, P.P. of Gowran.

His funeral to Slieverue on Friday last bore testimony to his popularity. His burial took place in the extension to the cemetery, after Office and High Mass. Rev. L. Walsh, P.P., Johnstown (uncle), was celebrant, assisted by Rev. Dr. Gibbons, C.C., Glenmore, and Rev. C. Kennedy, Chaplain, St. Joseph’s College, Greenville. Other priests present were:–Rev. E. Brennan, P.P., Slieverue; Rev. J. O’Shea, P.P., Kilmacow; Rev. M. Holohan, P.P., Glenmore; Rev. J. Madden, P.P.,Mullinavat; Rev. L. Coughlan, P.P., Tullogher; Rev. P. Staunton, C.C., Mullinavat; Rev. M. O’Halloran, Chaplain, Belmont; Rev. J. Brady, C.C. Kilmacow; Rev. W. Murphy, C.C., Slieverue.

The chief mourners were:–Patrick and Mrs. Walsh (parents); Dr. L. Walsh, James, Patrick and John Walsh (brothers); Cissie and Kathleen Walsh (sisters); Rev. L. Walsh, P.P., Robert Walsh and Thomas Brennan (uncles); Margaret Walsh, Mrs. O’Donohe (aunts). [Editor’s Note–Robbie Walsh was wounded in the wrist on Bloody Sunday, see blog post regarding November 1920 ]

Sarah Walsh, native of Cappagh, Glenmore [Article in the Waterford News & Star, Fri. 25 Sept. 1959, p. 5]

Spending a holiday at the present time in her native Glenmore village is Miss Sarah Walsh. She emigrated to England a good number of years ago and has since travelled extensively all over the world. She is at present resident in London, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Walsh, Cappagh, Glenmore, she is sister of Mr. William Walsh, do, the well known secretary of the Glenmore Athletic club.

Stasia Walsh, of Carrignurra, Slieverue [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Stasia Walsh, of Carrignurra, died on Sunday the 17th of February 1907.

Thomas Walsh, of Rochestown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 4, interview of Michael Walsh of 80 Manor Street, Waterford in October 1969]

His father’s name was Thomas Walsh and he was married to Mary Power, of Kearneybay (in a house below Tom Heffernan’s. His son Mickey Heffernan now has the house.) There were six sisters in the Power family. Michael Walsh doesn’t remember his father having any brothers or sisters. His father Thomas Walsh’s mother was Mary Vereker from Davidstown, Glenmore. The Cripple Grant (Neddy) was Michael Walsh’s mother’s grandfather. He lived in the same house as the Powers. Michael never remembered him, but he remembers his wife Kate Grant.

Thomas and Mary Walsh, of Rochestown, had the following family: (1) James Walsh stayed in Rochestown and married a Doherty of Milltown. Dead. (2) Bridget Walsh married in Waterford to Roche. Dead. (3) Maryanne Walsh married in England. Dead. (4) Pat Walsh married in England. Dead.(5) Tom Walsh married in England. When his wife died he went to America. Dead. (6) Larry Walsh was the youngest and went to America. (7) Jack Walsh was the 2^nd youngest married in Fisherstown, Campile, Wexford.(8) Michael Walsh was born in Rochestown, 87 years ago last March, and came to Waterford to live, in 1914.

Michael Walsh and all his brothers and sister went to Glenmore School. Most of the Rochestown and Ballilogue children went to Ringville School. The Maher’s and the Walsh’s also went to Glenmore. A Paddy Walsh and Tom Walsh lived in Strange’s place. They were born in Walsh’s house in Ballilogue, [Rochestown].

Thomas Walsh (1844-1937) of Rochestown, Glenmore [Martin Forristal, of Ballinlammy, Glenmore, correspondence of 18 April 2020]

Thomas Walsh, of Rochestown, Glenmore was the son of William Walsh, of Mooncoin and Mary Vereker (1817- ), of Rochestown. Thomas Walsh was born on 21 Sept. 1844 and he married Mary Power, of Kearneybay, Glenmore. Mary Power was one of the seven Power sisters who were known as the brides of Kearneybay. Per the headstones in the Glenmore churchyard Thomas Walsh died in 1937 and his wife Mary Walsh died in 1938. The headstone records Mary Walsh’s maiden name as Vereker rather than Power. Thomas Walsh and Mary Power Walsh had 8 or 9 children; including James Walsh (1888).

Thomas Walsh (Barrister) [no townland listed] [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Thomas Walsh [nic-named the Barrister] died on the 11th of February 1910.

Thomas Walsh, of Glenmore [Resolution of sympathy, Munster Express, Fri. 19 May 1939, p. 8               

Sympathy—Kilcolumb Fianna Fail Cumann, at a meeting in Rochestown, voted sympathy to Thomas and Mrs. Walsh and the other members of the family on the death of their son, John

Old Tom “Closh” Walsh, of Jamestown, Glenmore [DD Notebook 8 undated interview of Joseph Flynn, late of Busherstown, Glenmore and later of Granstown, Co. Waterford]

Old Tom “Closh” Walsh, of Jamestown was 94 years of age when he died. His son John “Closh” Walsh of Jamestown died in 1934 at the age of 65 when he died. John spent 40 years in New York, and then returned to Jamestown where he died some years afterwards.

Tom Walsh, of Knockbrack or Haggard, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, interview of Nicholas Forristal, the Mill, Graigurenakill, Glenmore, 1 February 1970]

Tom Walsh, of Knockbrack or Haggard, was the son of Neddy “Vankish Walsh, and Tom was married to Maria Roche, of Jamestown, Glenmore. Tom was dead over 72 years in 1970. He worked at John Doherty’s of Ballinlammy, Glenmore. John Doherty was a great powerful man who died of typhoid fever. Tom “Vankish” Walsh laid him out and put him in the coffin. Tom contracted typhoid fever and died from it.

Tom and Maria had the following family:
(1) William Walsh;
(2) Ned Walsh;
(3) Maria Walsh who was the eldest of the girls. She married Billy Roche of Haggard, Glenmore.
(4) Hannie Walsh was married first to Paddy Power of Robinstown, Glenmore then to some fellow in County Wexford. Tom Power the postman and his brother Kieran were sons of Hannie Walsh.
(5) Ellen Walsh married Jack Murphy, of Weatherstown, Glenmore. Jack was a native of New Ross and when he was a young fellow he came out to work with Felix Mullins, of Flemingstown and stayed there. (6) Statia Walsh married in Ross to Martin Murphy a native of New Ross. After getting married first they lived in Kirwan’s of Cappagh. Martin worked in Kirwans of Gaulstown. Martin’s father was a baker in Ross.

Thomas Walsh (c. 1907-1941) of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, 3 Jan. 1941, p. 8]

            DEATH OF MR. T. WALSH—The death occurred at his residence at Rochestown on Wednesday morning last (New Year’s Day) of Mr. Thomas Walsh, after an illness of short duration. Deceased, who was aged only 33 years, was brother of Mrs. Aylward, Rochestown, and enjoyed widespread popularity in the district, where his demise occasioned feelings of sincere regret. The late Mr. Walsh, who was a relative of his Worship the Mayor of Waterford (Alderman James Aylward), belonged to a popular family associated with the county’s agricultural life for many generations back.

Of a quiet and inoffensive disposition, he was held in high regard and esteem, and made numerous acquaintances in various walks of life, particularly sport, in which he was keenly interested. There was a large attendance at the removal of the remains to Glenmore Parish Church on Wednesday evening, where they were met on arrival by Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., who recited the prayers in the church. Interment took place today (Friday) after Office and High Mass.—R.I.P. Funeral arrangements by Mr. T. Power, Ferrybank.

William Walsh, of Mooncoin [Martin Forristal, of Ballinlammy, Glenmore correspondence of 18 April 2020]

William Walsh, of Mooncoin married Mary Vereker (1817- ), of Rochestown, Glenmore on 2 May 1844. Mary was the daughter of John and Bridget Vereker, of Vereker’s Cross, Rochestown. William Walsh and Mary Vereker Walsh had at least two sons.
[1] William Walsh (1849-1938) and
[2] Thomas Walsh (21 Sept. 1844 – 1937) Thomas married Mary Power from Kearneybay, Glenmore.  [See Thomas Walsh (1844-1937 above.] 

William Walsh, of Graiguenakill, Glenmore Village [DD Notebook 16, Interview of Mrs. Mary Reddy, née Walsh, of Robinstown, Glenmore on 17 September 1974]

Mrs. Mary Reddy, née Walsh was the Glenmore Sacristan for years. Her father was William Walsh, of Graiguenakill, Glenmore Village [the Churn’s Hill where Phil Morrissey lived in 1974]. William Walsh had three siblings.
[1] John Walsh
[2] Patsy Walsh
[3] Ellen Walsh married Murphy of Slieverue Village and was the mother of the present Dick Murphy.
[4] Kitty Walsh married Patrick Whelan in Waterford City. They had a son Patrick Whelan who drowned. This Patrick Whelan was the father of the present Patrick Whelan, Secretary Elect of Kilkenny Co. Council.

William Walsh married Kate Aylward, the daughter of the Glenmore Sacristan, John Aylward and his wife Allie Larricey. William Walsh died in 1943, aged 73 years. Kate Walsh née Aylward died on the first Sunday night in May 1916, aged 52 years. When William Walsh was dying Mary Reddy asked the doctor who was attending if he could do anything for her father. Mary told Danny the doctor replied, “How could he put a young life into an old body.” Mary Reddy, née Walsh was born 1 June 1898 and had several siblings including a brother Kieran Walsh [who dug graves in the church yard and knew where every grave was.]

William Walsh, of Davidstown, Glenmore [Article in the Waterford Standard, Sat. 16 April 1938, p. 6]

WATERFORD MOTORIST PROSECUTED–Case Dismissed New Ross At New Ross District Court, Supt. Carbery summoned Joseph Williams, Lower Barrack Street, Waterford, for bumping into a horsedrawn cart on Glenmore Hill. Mr. T. J. Kelly, LL.B., for the defendant. William Walsh, Davidstown, Glenmore, said that in October last he was going up Glenmore Hill with a load of coal. A motor car coming behind struck the heel of the cart and knocked him down. The defendant got out and asked him what happened. He took him up. He was a month in hospital. He got compensation for the damage done.

Mr. Kelly said that the place where the accident happened was a regular death trap if the sun was shining. There were turns and twists in the road. The defendant said that he was coming from New Ross. The sun was strong and shining on the windscreen, and it dazzled him. The Justice said that it was a case of a man being unsighted temporarily. He dismissed the case.

William Walsh, of Cappagh, Glenmore [Note in the Munster Express, Fri. 5 Sept 1947, p. 8]

          PRESENTATION—Mr. William Walsh, Cappagh, Glenmore, was the recipient of a valuable presentation from the local Athletic Club, of which he is Secretary,  to mark the occasion of his marriage. [Editor’s note–details of his wedding to Margaret Roche are found under the bride’s name.]

William “Bill” Walsh (1912-1985) of Cappagh, Glenmore [See our post of 27 Feb. 2022.]

WATERS

David Waters (c. 1869-1941) native of Knockbrack, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri, 1 Aug. 1941, p. 8]

            DEATH OF MR. DAVID WATERS—Mr. David Waters, whose death occurred at the residence of his sister at Rossinan, Mullinavat, on Saturday night last, was a native of Knockbrock, Glenmore, where he was born 72 years ago.

In his early years he worked for a period in England, and later returned to take up a position in connection with the construction of the railway branch line between Waterford and New Ross close on half a century ago. Subsequently he acted as steward to the late Mr. Stephenson, solicitor, Kilmeadon, with whom he spent many years of faithful service. Later he was one of the staff engaged in the erection of the promenade wall at Tramore, and often spoke in later years of the many difficulties that had to be encountered in that different task, when sometimes the work of the entire previous day night, perchance, be washed completely away by thee force of the giant Atlantic waves over-night.

Returning to his native county, he was employed for a lengthy period with Mr. James Ryan, Mullinavat, and for a while with the County Council. He had been out of his health or the past two years, and had been for a short period in hospital in Waterford. When in good humoured and reminiscent mood, it was a treat to hear him recount many interesting experiences of the many laces he visited in his widely travelled career, and he enjoyed widespread esteem amongst all sections in the district.

Deceased was brother of Mrs. Carew, Rossinan; the late Daniel Waters, Ballykillaboy, who died in January 1938; the late Mrs. Walsh, Knockbrock; the late John Waters, New York; the late Mrs. Corcoran, do.; the late James Water, Tipperary. He was uncle of Private Peter Carew, Military Barracks, Kilkenny; James Waters Ballykeohan; Mrs. Walsh, do; Jack Waters, Waterford; Davy Waters, Ballykillaboy; Danny Waters, Ballyboey, Donegal; Matty Waters, G.S. Railway, Waterford; Peter Waters, G.S. Railway, Cahir; Martin Waters, Silverspring; Mrs. P. Grant, Ballykeohan; Peter Walsh, Parkeried; Mrs. F. Murphy, Greenside; Miss Lena Walsh, Rossinan and Michael Walsh, Ballymalode, Co. Waterford.

He was attended during his last illness by Rev. M. Drea, C.C., Mullinavat, who ministered to his spiritual necessities, and by Dr. Tyrrell, local medical officer. The funeral took place to the family burial ground at Kilmacow at 7 p.m. on Monday evening, the cortege being composed of a large attendance from the locality and adjoining districts. Rev. Lce. Murphy, C.C., officiated, and the chief mourners were; Mrs. Carew (sister); Private Peter Carew and Mrs. Carew and family; James and Mrs. Waters, Jack and Mrs. Waters, Matty and Mrs. Waters and family, Martin and Mrs. Waters and family; Peter and Mrs. Waters, Davy and Danny waters, Patrick and Mrs. Grant, Patrick and Mrs. Walsh, Edward and Mrs. Murphy, Michael Walsh, Lena Walsh, Mrs. Waters Ballykillaboy; Mary Anne Mackey, Rossman; Alice O’Brien, Mooncoin (relatives).—R.I.P. Funeral arrangements by Mr. T. Power, Ferrybank.

WHELAN

John Whelan, of Glanmore (sic) [Death Notice in the Freeman’s Journal, Mon. 2 March 1846, p. 3]

Death by Accident—On Wed. evening, as a fine young man, named John Whelan, from Glanmore(sic), county Kilkenny, was passing over a ditch in his own neighbourhood, a loaded gun which he was carrying accidentally struck against some briers, went off, and lodged the contents in his heart. He expired, we learn, shortly afterwards—Waterford Freeman.

Mike Whelan, of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [DD Notebook 2, Copy of Diary of James Aylward of Ballyhobuck, Glenmore]

Mike Whelan, of Ballyfacey, got married near the same time as Alice Grant and Yankee Mullins (last week of April 1907).

WHITE

Catherine White, of Ferrybank [DD Notebook 13 miscellaneous note]

Catherine White died on the 15th of March 1940 at Malgrove Road, Ferrybank when she fell off the roof. She was aged in her seventies She was married to Paddy Freeman.

Mrs. M.J. White née Kelly, native of Glenmore [Death notice in the Munster Express, on the 24th of November 1933]

Glenmore Lady’s Demise—The death occurred in Londonderry of Mrs. M.J. White, a native of Glenmore, and daughter of the late Mr. Thomas Kelly, Aylwardstown House, do, in his time a much respected member of the old Waterford Board of Guardians. The remains of the deceased lady were transferred by mailboat to Holyhead and thence by train to London where the interment took place on Saturday at Streatham Hill Cemetery. R.I.P.

WIDGER

Mary Widger née Foran, native of Kearneybay, Glenmore [Obit in Waterford Standard on Saturday the 1st of May 1943]

MRS. MARY WIDGER The death took place at St Patrick’s Hospital on Tuesday night of Mrs. Mary Widger, 66 Dominick Place, Waterford. The deceased lady, who had been ailing for some time, was a native of Kearney Bay, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny. She was wife of Mr. Richard Widger of the staff of the G.S.R.. Waterford; and mother of Mr. Thomas Widger (Breen’s, The Bridge); Mr. Richard Widger (G.S.R.); Misses Peggy, Eily, Sally and Joan Widger and Messrs. Michael and John Widger. The. remains were removed to Ballybricken Church on Wednesday night and the funeral took place to Glenmore on Thursday. [ Editor’s note–Mary Foran was born 18 June 1898, the daughter of John Foran (labourer) and Ellen Foran née Power of Kearneybay. Mary Kate Foran (housemaid, St. Andrews Terrace, Waterford) married Richard Stephen Widger (widower) son of Thomas Widger on 2 October 1919 in Waterford City. Mary Kate Foran was the daughter of John Foran (labourer).]

WOODS

Woods of Smithstown and Ballymartin, Tullogher [DD Notebook 24, interview of Wm. Conway, at Holden’s, of Clune on 17 March 1980]

Nicky Wood, was born in Smithstown. He was the first man of the name to get Ballymartin, and he was married to Bridget Dungan of Glendonnell. Had family as follows: (1) William Woods—retired banker; (2) Martin Woods, in Ballymartin, dead; (3) John Woods died a chap; (4) Margaret Woods was married to late James Fitzgerald, of Rickardsland, Glenmore; (5) Nan Woods was married to the late Michael Cody, of Weatherstown, Glenmore; (6) Joe Woods married O’Grady in Dublin, have son a priest.

Were you aware that the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage  has information on various buildings in Glenmore including: St. James’s Catholic Church, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny (Townland of Robinstown); Ballyfacey National School; Ballyfacey Forge (Townland Ballyfacey); Glenmore Bridge (Townland Cappagh); Kilbride Church (Townland Kilbride) and RIC Barracks (Townland of Robinstown) etc.?