Obituaries

On this page are the longer obituaries that do not fit easily onto the families pages.

This page updated 24th of Nov. 2023–Grace

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AYLWARD

Bartholomew Aylward, native of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obituary in the Munster Express, Fri. 19 April 1929, p. 8]

Death of Mr. B. Aylward—It is with much regret we record the death of Mr. Bartholomew Aylward, which occurred on Friday, 12^th inst. at his residence, Michael St. Deceased had been in indifferent health for some time past, but was up and about until a few days before his demise, though it was plain to be seen the end could not be far off, and he passed away peacefully to his reward fortified by the rites of the Holy Catholic Church, of which he was a devoted member. The late Mr. Aylward, who was a native of Rochestown, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, was third son of the late Mr. James Aylward, Rochestown, and brother of the late Messrs John and Patrick Aylward, both of whom died within the past three months. He was also brother of James Aylward, Rochestown, and Rev. Brother Aylward of the Irish Order of Christian Brothers, at present residing in Australia. He was Brother-in-law of Rev. Wm. Kehoe, P.P., Kilrossanty.

When he came to Waterford some 35 years ago, the deceased served his apprenticeship to the grocery and provisioin trade at the premises of thelate James Knox, Arundel Square, who was succeeded by the Late John Aylward. After the apprenticeship period the brother purchased premises at Peter St. and opened business there, and during later years, when his brother had taken over the Arundel Square premises, the deceased went into business by himself at Michael St., where he built up the extensive trade he enjoyed until his death.

The remains were removed on Sat. at 10 a.m. to St. Patrick’s Church, when Requiem High Mass and Office took place. The  celebrant was Rev. Wm. Kehoe, P.P., Kilrossanty, who also officiated at the graveside at interment, which took place on Sunday at St. Mary’s Ballygunner. The attendance at the funeral was extremely large and representative, and the cortege included also the following priests: Rev. Father Cheasty, P.P., st. Patrick’s; Rev. Father M. Dowley, C.C., Kill, and Rev. Father Halloran, C.C., St. Patrick’s. The chief mourners were Messrs James Aylward (son); Pierce Keogh (brother-in-law), James Aylward (nephew), and Ed. Roche, Aylwardstown (nephew). Deep sympathy s extended to his widow and children in their sad bereavement. RIP

Mary Aylward (c. 1838-1908) of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, on Saturday the 15th of February 1908]

DEATH OF MRS. MARY AYLWARD, ROCHESTOWN, GLENMORE, COUNTY KILKENNY. It is with the sincerest sorrow we record the death of above estimable lady, which-sad event took place at her husband’s residence, on Sunday morning last. The deceased was one of the most gentle, and amiable, that one could wish to meet. She was mother to Mr. John Aylward, Arundal Square, and to Mr. Bartholmew Aylward, Peter street, and Michael-street, Waterford , and cousin to Mr. E. Walsh, T.C., Editor and Proprietor Munster Express. The esteem in which Mrs. Aylward was held was borne ample testimony to by the large number of people who attended the Solemn Office, and High Mass at the Parish Church, Glenmore, on Tuesday last.

God favoured the deceased with excellent health, and she was only one short week ailing when fortified by the rites of Holy Church, she passed peacefully away surrounded by the members of her family as above stated. How consoling it must be to her bereaved husband and children to find that she was conscious to the last moment, and answered audibly the responses to the Rosary and Litany, and prayers for the dying. The funeral took place from her late residence at 9 o’clock on Tuesday, and arrived at Glenmore Church at 10.30. To give some idea of the large funeral cortege it may be stated when the funeral carriages reached the churchyard the end of the cars and men on saddle horses could not be seen on the upper road. The following clergymen took part in the Office and High Mass: Rev. Father Phelan, P.P., Glenmore; Very Rev, Canon Phelan, Slieverue, presiding ; Rev. Fathers Walsh, Freyne, Bergin, Slieverue; Rev. Father Crotty, Glenmore,  celebrant.

The chief mourners were Mr. James Aylward (husband); Messrs. Patrick, John, Bartholomew, James Aylward (sons); Master Nicholas Aylward, Edward and James Roche (grandsons); ; Edward Walsh and Master Nicholas Walsh, John Holden, Edward Cody, John Cody, Thomas Neville, Michael Neville, Thomas O’Meara, Joseph Croke, William O’Neill (cousins). Amongst those who attended from Waterford we noticed: Messrs. Thomas Conway, E. V. Urea, James Butler, James Mackey, P. Lawless, William Mercer_, T. W. Fudger, H. G. Fox, —Farrell, Square ; M. O’Keeffe, David Grant , L. Grant, J. Neale, etc 

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BARRON

Catherine Barron née Forristal (c.1851-1933) native of Ballyverneen, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 19^th of September 1933, p. 8]

                       DEATH OF MRS. BARRON, GLENMORE—We deeply regret to announce the demise of an esteemed and popular inhabitant of Glenmore parish in the person of Mrs. Catherine Barron, which sad event occurred at her residence at Milltown on Monday evening last. Deceased, who had been in feeble health for some time past, had attained the fine old age of 82 years. She was wife of the late Mr. Peter Barron, who died in March, 1919, and was a native of Ballyverneen, Glenmore. Of a kind and loving disposition, she enjoyed a wide popularity, and the news of her passing, though coming in the fullness of years, was sincerely regretted throughout the locality, where she was a familiar figure. The utmost sympathy will be extended to the members of her respected family both at home and abroad in the sad bereavement they have sustained. Requiem Office and High Mass was offered up in the parish church, Glenmore, on Wednesday morning, the celebrant of the Mass being Rev. R. Vereker (cousin of deceased), Manchester. The following clergy were also present: Very Rev. J. Carrigan, P.P., Glenmore; Rev. Dr. Gibbons, C.C, do; Very Rev. E. Brennan, P.P, Slieverue; Rev. W. Dunne, C.C, do; Very Rev. Lce. Coghlan, P.P., Rosbercon, and Rev. T. Greene, C.C, do. The interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of an extremely large and representative attendance of relatives and friends. Rev. Father Vereker officiated at the graveside, and the chief mourners were: Messrs. Rd. and Ml. Barron, Milltown, Glenmore (sons); Mrs. Cuddihy, Slieverue ; Mrs. Murphy, Shanbogh, New Ross; Mrs. T. Haberlin, Aylwardstown; Mrs. Doody, Milltown, Kilmacow; Mrs. John Cronin, Enniscorthv; Mrs. Wm. Cronin, do; Mrs. Rd. Rockett, Mounjoy St., Dublin (daughters) ; Messrs Rd. and Lce. Young, Summer Hill, Waterford; the Misses Nellie, Alice, Rose and Mary Kate Haberlin, Aylwardstown; Mr. Peter Stone, Milltown, Kilmacow; Miss Tessie Doody, do (grand-children); Mr. P. Forristal, Rochestown, Glenmore; Mr. Patk. Forristal, Ballyverneen, do; Messrs. Nicholas, Robert and Lce. Forristal, Graiguenakill, do; Messrs Daniel and Ed. Doolan, do (nephews); Mrs. John Dunphy, Ballyverneen; Miss Mary Anne Doolan, Shanbogh (nieces); Mr. James Phelan, do (brother-in-law); Miss Margt. Walsh, Davidstown, Glenmore Mr. James and Miss Katty Vereker, do; Miss Peg Barron, Carrigcloney, do; Messrs. Mullins. and the Misses Mullins, Flemingstown, do; Mr. James Forristal, Ballyverneen. etc. (cousins). The late Mrs. Barron was also mother of Mr. John Barron, New Jersey, U.S.A., and sister to Mrs: Jas. Phelan, Shanbogh.— R.I.P. [Editor’s note–Peter Barron of Carrigcloney, farmer, son of Richard Barron, farmer married Kate Forristal whose residence at the time of her marriage was New Ross. Kate was the daughter of Patrick Forristal, Farmer. The marriage took place in New Ross on 7^th of July 1873. ]

BARRY

Kate Barry (1913-1998) of Kilmakevogue, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 1st of April 1998]

DEATH OF KATE BARRY The death took place recently of Mrs Kate Barry (nee Dalton), Kilmacvogue, Glenmore, after a brief illness at the Waterford Regional Hospital. Funeral from Ardkeen Hospital to St. James’ Church, Glenmore on Wednesday evening and burial took place on Thursday morning after Requiem Mass in the adjoining Cemetery. The Celebrant was Rev Liam Barron PP. The late Katie was 85 and enjoyed good health all her life up to a few months before her death. She was a very religious person and a very good neighbour and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. A native of Kilbrahan, Tullogher, her husband John Barry predeceased her by 15 years ago. Sincere sympathy to her daughter Ellen Lawless, her grandson Ray, son-in-law James, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Her brother died 9 years ago and her sister died young.

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CONDON

Patrick Condon (1898-1989) native of Mullinahone, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard 21 Dec. 1989]

1914-1918 War Veteran dies at 92–A man who survived two of the most fierce battles of World War I has died at his residence at Mons. Terrace, New Ross. Paddy Condon’s death at the age of 92 also severs a 62 years old marriage. Paddy and Johanna Condon are believed to have been the oldest married couple in New Ross. Paddy’s only legacy of active service in the Battle of the Somme, where half a million British soldiers died, and from the battle of Ypres was a foot swelling problem known as “French Feet”. A native of Mullinahone, Glenmore, Paddy took a sudden notion to join the army in 1916; did 1 1/2 years’ training and was then despatched to France with the Royal Dublin Fusiliers. He was at the front then until the war ended. He then enlisted with the army and spent many years in Egypt. Demobbed in 1922, one of his proudest possessions, apart from his medals, was a letter of thanks from King George for his service. When he left the British army, he joined the Irish army and stayed in it for some years. Another souvenir he had of the battle of the Somme was a wallet he got beside a German soldier’s body. He is survived by his 93-years old wife, Johanna, by his sons— John, New Ross; Frank, Sheffield; Bill, Swindon; and Noel, London, and by his only daughter, Mrs. Anne Foley. Knockmullen, New Ross. He was the last surviving member of his family.

CULLETON

James P. Culleton (1877-1960) native of Kilbride, Glenmore [New Ross Standard on Friday the 8th of April 1960]

Died In Florida.—Rt. Rev. Mons. Culleton, whose death occurred rather unexpectedly in Florida, was a native of Glenmore. He was uncle of Very Rev. James P. Culleton. P.P., Princeton, Illinois, and brother of Mr. Michael Culleton, Kilbride, Glenmore and of Mr. George Culleton, Ashtown, Glenmore. He had several nephews and nieces, in Glenmore, where he was born in 1877. He received his early education in Waterford C.B.S. and afterwards was enrolled a student in St. John’s College, Waterford, where he was ordained in 1900. He was appointed to diocese of Peoria on the American mission. He spent some years in Waterville. Danville, and was then sent to the city of Peoria. He was appointed a domestic prelate by the late Pope Pius XII. He was responsible for the erection of many schools in the city of Peoria. Requiem Office and High Mass for the repose of his soul were offered in Glenmore Church. R I.P.

CURRAN

John Curran (c. 1848-1912) National Teacher, Glenmore [Obit in the NEW ROSS STANDARD on Friday the 21st of June 1912]

Mr. JOHN CURRAN, N.T., GLENMORE, CO. KILKENNY–It is with feelings of the most profound public regret that the death was learned of Mr. John Curran, National teacher, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, which  took place on Thursday, the 13th inst., and at a period when he was beginning to enjoy a well-earned rest after a life of arduous and most mertorious labour in the discharge of that honourable and responsible duty, the education of the youth–the moulding, of their character and the shaping of, their destinies in life. For forty-two years he was principal teacher of Glenmore National School, during which time he won the universal respect and most affectionate regard of both priests and people for his noble traits of character, his great abilities and success as a teacher, and for his most exemplary private life. The number of pupils taught by him who have “left  footprints on the sands of time,” and adorned every profession and avocation are many. Mast of the present generation of Glenmore were his pupils, and amongst them are many who hold important positions in Church and State. Amongst the clergy of Ossory are many who were his pupils.

In private life his urbanity, genial temperament,  Christian spirit and irreproachable character made him one looked up to and admired by everyone. His personality may be summed up in those terms: a gentleman by nature, a gentleman in ideals, and a gentleman in deeds. He was a member of a most popular and respected family, and was connected in marriage by an equally popular and respected family. He was chairman of the local teachers’ association. and used his influence and judgment with sobriety of thought and calmness of reason when needed to check the evil tendencies which aimed at a divorce religion from education.

His illness was brief, barely a week, and during the time he received the earnest and constant attention of both priests of the parish each day, and passed to his reward on Thursday night surrounded by the members of his sorrowing family, and receiving at the last moments the consolations of the rites of the Catholic Church from the Rev. Father Crotty, C.C. His death was most edifying, and in keeping with his exemplary life.

At the first Mass on Sunday, and at the Confraternity meeting of the Sacred Heart, of which he was a most devoted member, both the Rev. T. Phelan, P.P.. and Father Crotty, C.C., expressed their appreciation of the high principles of the deceased, his Christian charity, and above all, his exemplary piety. His children occupy prominent positions, and with them and with his sorrowing wife the most sincere public sympathy is felt. The funeral, which took, place on Saturday, was of immense proportions. The pariah of Glenmore was fully represented, and a large number of friends and teachers attended from the adjoining parishes, as also from Waterford, New Ross etc. The Rower, his native parish, was also particularly represented. The children of the three schools, accompanied by their teachers and the priests of the parish, marched in processional order in front or the bier. The interment took place in the cemetery in the church grounds. The chief mourners were: Mrs. Curran (wife), Messrs. James, Patrick, Nicholas and William Curran (sons), Miss Alice and Miss Margaret Curran (daughters), Mrs. O’Shea and Mrs. Curraher (nieces), Mr. O’Shea, Mr. P. Curran, Miss B. Curran, Miss M. Curran, Mrs. Cahill, Mrs. Haurahan, Mrs. Corcoran, Miss F. Meaney and Mr. T. Meaney (cousins). Amongst the teachers present were—Mrs. Dowling, Slieverue; Mrs. Heffernen, Glenmore, Miss Hennessy, Ballyfacey; Mrs. Roche. Haggard; Messrs. C. Lynch, Clodiagh Cottage; W. H. Howard, B.A., New Ross: J. McPhillips, Roshereon; J. Connolly, Waterford ; D. Foley, Ferrybank; J. Moylan, Kilmacow; J. Power, do.; H. P. Bevanes, Glenmore: D. McCarthy, Ballyfacey; J. Jennings, Slieverue, and R. Grace, Ringville.

The following were the priests at the Office and High Mass—Celebrant, Rev. M. A. Crotty, CO., Glenmore; deacon, Rev. Father Hughes, C.C., Ferrybank; sub-deacon, Rev. Father Walsh, C.C., Ferrybank; and Rev. Father Bergin, C.C., Slieverue. Choir—Rev. T. Phelan, P.P., Glerarore (presiding); Very Rev. J. Furlong, ex-Provincial, 0.S. A., New Ross; Very Rev. Prior Heavey, 0.S. A., do; Rev. Father Doody, P.P., Mullinavat, Rev. J. White. C.C., Rosbercon; Rev. Father Fitzpatrick, C.C., Tullogher; Rev. Father Dowling, St. Kieran’s College, Kilkenny; Rev. Father Heffernan, 0.P., Glasgow. R.I.P. [Editorial note–The death register indicates that the deceased’s son, Nicholas Curran, was present at his death due to gangrene of the intestine.]

Laurence Curran (1875-1922) native of Glenmore [Inquest reported in the NEW ROSS STANDARD on Friday the 27th of January 1922]

NEW ROSS FATALITY. FELL 60 FEET. On Tuesday at New Ross an inquest was held touching the circumstances of the death of Mr. Laurence Curran, who met his death at Creywell on the outskirts of the town on Saturday night. He was 46 years of age, unmarried. The body was found at the foot of a steep cliff which was separated from the road by a wall. The persistent barking of a dog close to the body attracted the attention of the night watchman at the brewery, and when he came to the spot he found the deceased, who was then alive, but unconscious. Immediately word was sent for the priest, and Mr. P Lennon, Registrar for South Wexford was notified by the messenger. Mr. Lennon also despatched a messenger for a priest and sent word to Mr. D J Hanley, Chief of Police. Mr. Lennon rushed to Dr. F. Dooley and notified her. Himself and Mr. Hanley and others hastened to the place where the deceased lay. Dr. Dooley and Father O’Brien, C.C. promptly arrived.

It was shortly after 11 o’olock when the deceased was found by the night watchman. The jury having viewed the body on Sunday leave was granted to have it taken away for burial on the following day. The inquest on Tuesday was conducted by Messrs. Thomas Redmond, U.C. and Joseph Lynch, V.S. two justices. Messrs. D J Hanley, chief of police P Lennon, Registrar for South Wexford, and T.. Kehoe, Registrar for New Ross, assisted at the proceedings. The following were the jury—Messrs. L Dwyer, H.C., foreman; John Murphy, UC; James Murphy, UC; Daniel Murphy, UC; P. Lynch, C.P.L.G.; F O’Kennedy, Thomas Doyle, D Nolan. James Walsh, M. Roche, E. Cahill, UC; Michael Byrne, P Forrestal, C J Kavanagh, auctioneer; John O’Kennedy and B.J. Murphy.

Evidence of identification was given by Mr. Thomas Meaney, Ballilogue, The Rower, with whom the deceased had been staying and helped in managing his farm, and who was a relative of his. Mr. John Murphy, U.D.C., Bridge- street, deposed that he had seen the deceased shortly after 8 o’clock on Saturday night coming along the Quay and he was quite capable of taking charge of himself. The evidence of Mr. Thos. Flanagan, night watchman at the Brewery, was to the effect that at about eleven o’clock on Saturday night his attention was attracted by the barking of his dog. He went out and met some other men and followed the dog to a place called “The Back Walk,” where they found the deceased. He was then alive and was unconscious. Ml. Cooney and MI. Maherwent for the priest and Dr. Dooley and they lost no time In responding to. the call. The man died ten or fifteen minutes after he was found. Dr. Frances Dooley in her evidence said that death was due to a fracture on the base of the skull. Mr. Hanley, Chief of Police stated that he examined the place early on Sunday morning. The ivy on the wall on the main road over the Brewery premises was torn away from the wall for about 30 feet there was shelving ground and on this ground be found the deceased’s cap and the spot where the body was found was straight drop of 30 feet more. The jury returned a verdict in accordance with the doctor’s evidence that death was due to the result of fracture of the base of the skull, and were of the opinion that the deceased accidentally fell over the wail. They also tendered their sympathy to the relatives of the deceased. The Justices, the Chief of Police and the Registrars joined in the expression of sympathy. [Editorial note–the deceased was the eldest child of John Curran and Margaret Curran née Conway, National Teachers of Glenmore. The death register reports that the deceased was also a teacher.]

Nicholas Curran (c. 1884-1925) N.T. of Glenmore [Obit in NEW ROSS STANDARD on Fri. 6 Feb. 1925]

MR. N. CURRAN, GLENMORE. Very sincere regret was occasioned by the death, of Mr. N. Curran, N.T., Glenmore, which sad event took place at his residence on the 28th ult. In his demise there has passed away a generous-hearted, high-minded young Gael in the prime of life. To say that his death has caused a shock in this district is merely half saying the truth. Words cannot adequately express the feelings of grief experienced when the sad news was announced that he had breathed his pure soul into the hands of his Creator. It left them stunned to think that this splendid type of manhood, who twelve months ago was in the full vigour of youth, could in the inexplicable ways of Providence be stretched in death. His upright, manly and sporting character endeared him to hosts of friends throughout the country everyone of whom regrets his all too early demise. Always an ardent supporter of the G. A. A. he was for yeas an outstanding figure on the Gaelic playing pitch and one of the outstanding members of the Glenmore football team. His name was a household word among Gaels and his feats on the football field were the subject time and again of emulation and admiration. The language revival movement had no more devoted supporter than him and in the years when Gaelic culture showed every symptom of being swept away, he devoted his head and heart to the revival of the sweet tongue of, the Gael. An ardent lover of “Roisin Duv,” every movement had his support which aimed at the uplifting of our distinctive national culture. He was a young man of sterling character, transparent honesty; always ready to assist the weak and to fight the rights of the oppressed. It is no exaggeration to say that no death in recent years has evoked sympathy to the same extent as his. His death is everyone’s sorrow who came in contact with him. All without exception experienced that sorrow—that genuine sorrow which rarely touches the chords of human sympathy. The hundreds of pupils who have passed through his hands and in whom he infused the Gaelic spirit will miss him. His thousands of friends through the length and breadth of Ireland who loved him will miss him. His fellow parishioners accustomed to his manly form and ready smile will miss him and sadder, then all–his wife and children, his brothers and sister, broken hearted every one of them, will sadly miss him—May the sod lie lightly on him and may his soul rest in peace. R.I.P. [Editor’s note–per the death register the widow, Henrietta Curran, was present at his death on the 25th of January 1925 of cancer of the stomach at the age of 41.]

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DOHERTY

James Doherty (c. 1930-1949) of Coolnaleen, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, on Friday the 1st of July 1949]

Mr. J. Doherty, Glenmore—With feelings of regret we record the death of  Mr. James Doherty, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Doherty, Coolnaleen, Glenmore, which sad event occurred following an accident sustained near his home on Friday afternoon last. It appears that young Doherty was returning from a hay field with a horse and cart, conveying a hay-rake to the farmyard, when the animal took fright and bolted down a laneway leading on to the roadway. In endeavouring to stop the horse, he was thrown against the ditch, his head coming into contact with a stone. He was subsequently picked up in a dazed condition by his mother and sisters, who came on the scene, and conveyed him to his home, where he was attended by Dr.. Coghlan and Rev. R. McGrath, C.C, Glenmore. He rallied somewhat, and was apparently recovering, when he again took bad on Saturday, and passed away unexpectedly about 3.30 the same evening, to the shock of his parents and family. He was attended by Very Rev. W. Grace, P.P., Glenmore, at the end. The tragic event cast a gloom over the entire neighbourhood, where young Doherty was well-known and well-liked by everybody.

A model youth in every respect, he was an esteemed member of Slieverue Pioneer Branch. He was a prominent hurler, and played with Glenmore junior team, whilst some years ago he assisted Slieverue in the County Minor Championship. A keen athlete, he had entered for a number of events at Glenmore Sports on Sunday last, and was also a regular follower of Mullinavat and District Harriers. A capable worker on the farm, he will be a big loss to his family, who have been associated with the agricultural life of the district for many years. A sad feature is the fact that deceased would have attained to his 19th birthday next Monday.

To his heart broken parents and sorrowing sisters: Josie, Bridie and Mary Doherty, Coolnaleen, and Mrs. Heffernan, Tinvacoose, Kilmacow, the sympathy of a wide circle of friends will be extended in the sad loss they have suffered. The funeral to Bigwood Church on Monday morning was one of the largest seen in the district for several years, and was composed of representatives of every section from over a wide area. The cortege included members of Glenmore, Slieverue and Bigwood Hurling and Football Clubs, Glenmore Athletic Club and Ploughing Association, Slieverue Pioneer Branch and Bigwood choir. His former hurling colleagues formed a guard of honour, and carried the coffin, on which was placed his Glenmore jersey, for the last quarter mile of the journey to the church. Office and High Mass were offered up, at which Very Rev. P. Canon Comerford, P.P.,  V.P., Piltown, presided. The celebrant was Rev. M. Drea C.C, Mullinavat; deacon. Rev. J. McSweeney do.; sub-deacon. Rev. Fr. Grant, do.; master of ceremonies, Rev. B. Mullan, C.C. Mooncoin; chanters; Rev. P. Darcy, C.C. Kilmacow, and Rev. D. Hughes, D.D., C.C. Slieverue. In the choir were: Very Rev. C. Kennedv, P.P., Mullinavat; Very Rev. M. Drea. P.P., Mooncoin; Rev. P. Corcoran. C.C, Balyhale; Rev. R. Holohan, Kilmacow; Verv Rev. J. J. Howley, P.P. Fonda, U.S.A.; Rev. W. Walsh, Mooncoin. and Rev. T. Heneberry, do. Interment took place subsequently in the in the adjoining cemetery. A large number of Mass cards, as well as many floral tributes were placed on the grave from relatives, friends and various clubs.

John Doherty, native of Ballyveria, Glenmore [Obituary in the Munster Express  on Friday the 27^th of July 1934, p. 8]

DEATH OF MR. JOHN DOHERTY—We regret to record the death of Mr. John Doherty which sad, event occurred at his residence at Scart, Mullinavat, on Friday night last after a protracted illness. Deceased was a native of Ballyveria, Glenmore, and since his advent to the parish of Mullinavat was a popular figure in the locality, and being a talented musician his services were requisitioned and gladly given at many dances, socials, etc., in the district. His quiet and modest disposition endeared him to all he came in contact with, and the news of his demise evoked feelings of genuine regret throughout a wide area. He had not enjoyed robust health for some time past, and the death of his wife in May, 1932, was a sad blow to him, when he was left with the care of four young children, who are now bereft of both parents, and for whom much sympathy is felt.

A large and representative cortege accompanied the remains to the family burial ground at Listerlin on Sunday evening. At Mullinavat Church the remains were received by Rev. J. Madden, P.P., who recited the prayers, and the coffin was again replaced in the hearse and conveyed to Listerlin, where the interment took place in the presence of a large concourse of friends and sympathisers from Mullinavat, Glenmore and Tullogher parishes. The chief mourners were: Michael and Sean Doherty (sons); Mary and Eileen Doherty (daughters); Jas. Doherty, Mullinavat (brother);  Mrs. P. Reddy, Greenville, Kilmacow; Mrs. Wallar, Stokenewington, London (sisters); Mrs. J. Doherty, Mullinavat (sister-in-law); Mr. P. Reddy, Greenville (brother-in-law); Michael, Padraig, Maizie and Una Reddy, do; Margaret, Mary, Kitty, Richard and Ml. O’Sullivan, Mullinavat (nephews and nieces); Rd. O’Sullivan, do; Mrs. Long, Tullogher, etc., etc. (relatives). R.I.P.

John Doherty (1894-1974) of Davidstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 6 Dec. 1974, p. 6]

               DEATH OF MR. JOHN DOHERTY—Mr. John Doherty, who died at his residence, Davidstown, Glenmore, on Thursday last  at the age of 81, was a well known figure in farming and sporting circles in the parish. A man of Splendid physique, he was a prominent football player in his youth and won 9 county senior championship titles with Glenmore in the period from 1915 to 1924, all being won n succession with the exception of 1920, when the honours went to Coolagh. He also played with the Kilkenny intercounty team in the Leinster championship, and was both club and county captain on a number of occasions. Usually operating at midfield, he was a superlative player who often turned what seemed impending defeat into eventual success with his skill and inspiration to fellow members of the team. Only eight of that renowned Glenmore side are now alive, viz. Marty Coady, Weatherstown; Jimmy Hanrahan, Glenmore (now at business in New Ross); Jimmy Fitzgerald, Moulerstown; Paddy Murphy, Ballyveria; Ned Freyne, Ballyfacey; Bill Irish, Andy and Stephen Heffernan all from Aylwardstown. Jack, as he was better known to his colleagues and friends, was a Director of Clover Meats Ltd., Ferrybank, for 36 years, until his retirement in 1972, when he was the recipient of a presentation in appreciation of his long service to the board. He was husband of Mrs. Bridget Doherty (who is a member of the Wall family) Davidstown; father of John Doherty, do Willie Doherty, Bishop’s Grove, Ferrybank; Paddy Doherty, Ballyvaran (sic), Glenmore; James and Dick Doherty, Ballyrobin, Ferrybank; Mrs. Mary Heffernan, Kearney Bay, Glenmore; Mrs. Nellie O’Connor, Ballyveria, do; Mrs. Statia Cummins, Banagher, Piltown; Mrs. Jo Ryan, Glenmore ad the late William Doherty, Ballinlammy, do. He was uncle of Mrs. Jo Doherty, Coolnaleen; Miss Mary Doherty, do., Mrs. Bridie Purcell, Gulstown, Kilmacow; Mrs. Ellie Heffernan, Rockenham, Ferrybank; Richard Doherty, Ballinlammy; Michael Doherty, Ballyfoyle, Tullogher, and is also survived by a number of sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, and 47 grandchildren. The remains were removed to Slieverue Parish Church on Friday evening and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery on Saturday morning after Requiem Mass. Celebrant was Very Rev. M. Brennan, PP, Glenmore and the other clergy present were [list of 9] The large attendance included Mr. T.J. McDonagh, Group Assistant General Manager, Clover Meats, Ltd. Mr. M. J. O’Brien, secretary, do. Mr. Cyril Power, Ballymacmague, Dungarvan, Chairman of the Board of Directors; members of the Board and Factory staff, as well as a number of the surviving members of the old Glenmore senior football teams of the past.

Richard Doherty (1889-1976) of Coolnaleen, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 17^th of Sept. 1976]

Mr. Richard (Dick) Doherty, Coolnaleen, Glenmore, who died at his residence, was a well-known figure in farming and sporting circles in the district. He was a breeder and prize-winning exhibitor of horses at many Shows in Leinster and Munster, and was also one of the surviving members of the old Bigwood tug-of-war team of over half-a-century ago, which won honours at various sports fixtures. A keen and up-to-date agriculturalist, he was associated with Loughcullen Creamery Committee for many years, and was also Chairman of the local Ploughing Association which hosted the Kilkenny County Championships in former years.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Bridget Doherty (who is a member of the Fitzgerald family, Knockbrack. Glenmore) and four daughters, Mrs. Jo Doherty, Coolnaleen; Miss Mary Doherty, do; Mrs. Bridie Purcell, Gaulstown, Kilmacow; Mrs. Ellen Heffernan, Rockenham, Ferrybank, and was also father of the late Jimmy Doherty, who died in June, 1949 following an accident on the farm. He was brother of the late John Doherty, Davidstown, Glenmore; the late William Doherty, Ballinlammy, do., and uncle of Richard Doherty, do; James Doherty, Ballyrobin, Ferrybank; Dick Doherty, do; Paddy Doherty, Ballyvarring, Slicvcrue; John Doherty, Davidstown; William Doherty, Bishop’s Grove, Ferrybank; Mrs. Jo Ryan, Glentiro, Tullogher; Michael Doherty, Ballyfoyle, do; Mrs. Mary Heffernan, Kearney Bay, Glenmore; Mrs. Nellie O’Connor, Ballyvena, do., and Mrs. Stasia Cummins, Banagher, Piltown. He was also father-in-law of John Doherty, Philip Purcell, Paddy Heffernan, and is also survived by 25 grandchildren.

Interment took place at Bigwood on Wednesday of last week after Requiem Mass, of which the celebrant was Rev. Paul Fitzgerald, Director of Social Services, Kilkenny (relative), and the other clergy present were Very Rev. Canon Hughes, P.P., V.F., Mullinavat, Dean of Ossory; Very Rev. J. O’Shea, P.P., Glenmore; Rev. D. O’Hanlon. C.C., Mullinavat; Rev. Richard Phelan, C.C., Castletown, Laois_, and Rev. J. Hoynes, Chaplain, Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny. The large attendance included members of the management and staff of Glenmore and Loughcullen Creameries, former colleagues of Bigwood tug-of-war team, the local Ploughing Association, representatives of the G.A.A., as well as many relatives and friends of the family. Funeral arrangements by Powers, Ferrybank.

[Editor’s note—Richard Doherty was the son of James Doherty and Johanna Doherty née Fitzgerald, of Ardbeg (Coolnaleen) b. 5^th October 1889.]

DOOLAN

Edward Doolan, of Glenmore Village [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 8th of August 1947]

Glenmore Man’s Tragic End, Died on the Way to Fair–The people of the parish of Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny were profoundly shocked on Monday afternoon” last on learning that one of their best-known and widely-respected neighbour had passed away under tragically sudden circumstances. He was Mr. Edward Doolan. who followed the trade of cattle dealer, and who had lived in the village on amicable and happy terms with all during a lengthy period of years.

The late Mr. Edward Doolan, in pursuance of his calling, had set out with some cattle for Waterford fair early on Mondav morning. He was accompanied by his son. Patrick, who drove the cattle along the road, whilst his father followed in a car behind him. All went well until father and son. with their stock, reached Glenmore Hill. At this point, the son looked back, and was surprised to see that his father was no longer in the car behind. For the time being, the son did not regard his father’s-absence with any apprehension, and he was not unduly alarmed by the circumstance. But on the second occasion when the son looked behind him and observed that his father was not in his place in the car, he became really anxious, and determined to retrace his footsteps and investigate matters. After retraversing for some distance the route he had already passed over, the son was horrified to find his father lying on the side of the road without showing any signs of life. Placing the unconscious man in the car, the youth drove home again to the village of Glenmore where the deceased’s family run a general provision shop. A doctor was hastily summoned, and on the arrival of the latter, it was found that Mr. Doolan (Senior) was beyond earthly aid. The Coroner for the county was communicated with by the local Civic Guards, but the deceased, having been medically attended recently, the latter did not deem an inquest necessary under the circumstances.

The news of his passing, especially under such unexpected circumstances, was learned with sincere regret by his host of friends, who will miss his cheery manner, genial companionship and pleasant smile. He was the esteemed Chairman of Glenmore Social Club. Interment took place at Glenmore on Wednesday, in presence of a good attendance.—R.I.P. In addition to his widow. the late Mr. Doolan, who was 67 years of age. leaves a family of three survivors to mourn his loss. Thev are Patrick Doolan (son), and the Misses Bridie and Kitty Doolan (daughters).—R.I.P.

DOWLING

Daniel “Danny” Dowling (1927-2021) of Glenmore Village [Obit in the Waterford News & Star, 23 March 2021]

OBITUARY: DANNY DOWLING REVELLED IN THE HISTORY OF WATERFORD, KILKENNY & WEXFORD–The late Danny Dowling of Glenmore (1927-2021) who died on St Patrick’s Day in his 95th year. His Requiem Mass took place on Friday last.

DANNY Dowling, who died peacefully in his Glenmore home on St Patrick’s Day, a month after his 94th birthday, was a man of immense knowledge and great kindness. During the Requiem Mass held at St James’s Church in Glenmore on Friday last, Pat Dowling told mourners that his father, a popular and respected local historian, had “lived a full and rewarding life”. Thanking Danny’s carers – Jackie, Teresa, Rose, Siobhán and Margaret – and all the medical and pharmacy staff who had looked after Danny over the years, Pat said he knew how many people his father could count on. “To his neighbours in the village who always looked out for him, to Pat in the pub, to Phil the fireman and to Keith from the local HSE services, who has always been great to us, thank you all – and to the HSE itself for all the care that Danny received since his stroke in 2014, the attention he received was first class.”

Born on February 15, 1927, Danny was the eldest of 12 children to parents Patrick Dowling (Jamestown, Glenmore) and Hannah (nee Murphy of Ballinlamy, Glenmore). Author of the much-loved ‘Waterford Streets: Past and Present’ which was published in 1998, Danny made many friends “who initially knocked on the door looking for family ties and to this day remained in contact from many parts of the world. Danny was also a people person who always enjoyed the company.” Pat continued: “As most of you are aware, Danny’s love of history and ancestry and his association with Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford history was so close to his heart. He amassed so many friends over the years and it always made me proud to have someone say to me that Danny was such a wonderful historian and (had such) a brilliant brain. His book on the Waterford streets in 1998 was a proud feat for Danny and to have it still referenced today is a testament to the work that he put into it.”

In the wake of last Wednesday’s sad news, fellow local historian Joe Falvey described ‘Waterford Streets’ as a work “which will endure as a valuable legacy”. Joe added: “Danny celebrated his 94th birthday just over a month ago and until very recently was responding willingly as ever to local queries of the curious as to various aspects of history. ‘Waterford Streets’ remains my favourite, much treasured and well-thumbed Waterford History book.”

In November 2019, “Danny went global,” as Pat put it, when, with thanks to Dr Kathleen Moore-Walsh, his Glenmore History blog went online, a site which has since amassed up to 30,000 views.

“Danny made an impression on everyone he met, no matter what age they were, as proven by all the condolences and messages sent over the past few days, which we’ve been really humbled by.” A life-long devotee of Fine Gael, his son noted, Danny was an avid election campaigner for his brother Dick, a Carlow-Kilkenny TD from 1982 to 1987.

For a man of many books, Danny was “strangely proud of the fact that he knew so little about sport. In the early 1970s he was on a pub quiz team in New Ross and he was asked an individual question: which county does ‘Babs’ Keating play for? And his answer? Wexford. Well, he got some jeering over that!”

Parish Priest Father Tom O’Toole described Danny as a man who possessed great knowledge, many stories and a “staggering” number of books, something all who visited Danny’s home would readily testify to. “You’d need a computer to calculate how many were there,” he said.

Describing Danny Dowling as “a broad-minded man in the best sense of the word,” Fr O’Toole added: “Often, people who are well read and learned, perhaps, can develop a cynicism having read so much about human history given the many evil deeds and mistakes that have been made but there was no cynicism with Danny. He was a wise man, a clever man but he never allowed himself to become cynical as he was rooted in faith… he was a kind and warm gentleman who loved talking and listening to people and sharing his knowledge with them.”

Danny Dowling was predeceased by his wife Mollie (nee Lambert), brothers Mickey, Neddy and John, sisters Kathleen, Mary (Barron), Peggy (Kennedy) and Biddy (Holden). He is survived by his son Pat, daughter-in-law Orla, grandchildren Aoife and Danny, brothers Pat and Dick (a former Fine Gael TD and Senator), sisters Josie (Melody) and Ellen (O’Halloran), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and many friends. May he Rest In Peace.

John Dowling (1943-2015) native of Jamestown, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard, Tues. 20 October 2015, p. 13]

JOHN WAS A DEVOTED TEACHER AND GOLFER—The sudden passing of John Dowling, a man who touched the lives of thousands of people through his generous spirit, has occasioned great sadness in the New Ross and Glenmore areas. John is survived by his wife, Helen; daughters, Julieann and Mary; son, John; brothers; Danny, Dick and Pat; sisters, Josephine, Mary and Nellie; grandchildren, Anna, Elena, Luca, Grace and Stella; nephews; nieces; extended family and friends.

John passed away peacefully at University Hospital Waterford on October 10 aged 72, having been ill for some time. Late of Tinnakilly, John was born into a large family in Jamestown, Glenmore He was the second youngest of 12 and from a young age his sporting ability was well known. He was an excellent hurler and played for Glenmore and later UCD, where he studied Arts. He won the Fitzgibbon Cup and the Dublin County Championship with UCD. Having qualified as a teacher, he returned to New Ross in the early 1970’s, where he studied Maths at Good Counsel College.

He married his sweetheart Helen who, having spent some years in South Africa, returned to New ross and was married to John in 1971. The happy couple had three children and lived within agood golfer’s drive from New Ross Rugby Club where John went on to be President, captain and chairman.

John’s ability to mix with people ad his skill as a teacher led him to become vice principal of Good Counsel College. John is remembered as a very fair and outgoing man who loved meeting new people and catching up with friends. His daughter Mary said: ‘You could bring him anywhere and land him in a crowd and he’d chat to anyone.’

John lived a very full life and enjoyed regular trips back to visit his brothers and sisters in the Glenmore area. He also enjoyed visiting with his daughter Julieann and her family in Italy and with John and Mary every chance he could. He was an active member of the St. Vincent DePaul in Rosbercon for 40 years. A passionate Kilkenny hurling supporter, he attended all the big matches and was there to see him team win the All Ireland again this year. He also trained hurlers in Glenmore and at the Rowe/Inistioge hurling club in the 1980’s. Having enjoyed great health all his life, John suffered some ill health in recent years, but that never kept him away from the golf course and he was even hitting balls the day before he was admitted to hospital.

A huge crowd attended John’s funeral mass at the Church of the Assumption, Rosbercon, where his son John paid a moving tribute to him. John was laid to rest afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace.

DUGGAN

Mrs. Anne Duggan (c. 1856-1938) of Flemingstown, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard on Friday the 29th of July 1938]

OBITUARY MRS. ANNE DUGGAN, GLENMORE–The death occurred on the 21st., inst., at her residence, Flemingstown, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, of Mrs. Anne Duggan, wife of Mr. Richard Duggan, and mother of Mr. Richard Duggan, rate collector, and Mrs. P. Hanrahan, merchant. The late Mrs. Duggan and her husband, belong to well-known and highly esteemed Co. Kilkenny families whose members have ever played a noble part in everything pertaining to the interests of the country.

During her life the deceased had made hosts of friends, not alone in her native county, but also in the adjoining County of Wexford, and by all she was held in very high regard for her many admirable and endearing qualities of character. She was possessed of great gifts of mind and had a remarkable knowledge of things in general that enabled her to analyse and discuss matters with a clearness of vision end soundness of judgment. Added to these gifts of mind was a generous heart that went out in sympathy to those in suffering, bereavement or want. Nor was that sympathy confined to thought or words—it also found expression it that noblest of Christian qualities—practical help at wherever needed. It is little to be wondered that she was endeared to everyone that knew her and that her passing evoked feelings of the most profound regret amongst all classes and the sincerest sympathy with her husband and family.

After receiving the last Rites of Holy Church with that calm resignation and liveliness of Faith she peacefully passed to her reward. The remarkably large and representative funeral after Office and High Mass in Glenmore Parish Church and at which people including business, professional and members of public bodies were present from different parts of the county and from New Ross and Waterford, was a great tribute of popular esteem for herself and her family and husband. Amongst the chief mourners were Mr. Richard Duggan (husband); Mr. R. Duggan (son); Mrs. Lena Connolly, Mile Post; Mrs. Mary Hanrahan, Glenmore; Mrs. Agnes Quirke, Tipperary (daughters); Mr. J. Coady and family, Glenmore (nephew); Mrs. Barron, Carrigeen, The Rower; the Misses Bergin, Coolnaleen; Mrs. Andrew Bailey, Dungulph Mills (cousins). Also her grandchildren. At the Office and High Mass. Very Rev. Father Corrigan, P.P., Glenmore, presided; celebrant, Rev. Father Brennan, C.C., do. There was a good attendance of priests. R.I.P.

Rev. Nicholas Duggan (c. 1937-2018) native of Flemingstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Sacramento Bee on 5 October 2018]

Rev. Nicholas Duggan, who served as a priest of the Diocese of Sacramento for 56 years, died Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018. He was 81. He retired from active ministry on Oct. 1, 2003. He had been residing at Nazareth House of San Rafael. A native of Kilkenny, Ireland, he completed studies for the priesthood at St. Kieran’s Seminary in Kilkenny. He was ordained to the priesthood on June 3, 1962 for service in the Diocese of Sacramento. He was assistant pastor of St. Thomas More Parish in Paradise, Holy Family Parish in Citrus Heights, and St. Anne Parish in Sacramento. He was pastor of St. Anne Parish from 1973 to 1986, and pastor of St. Paul Parish in Sacramento from 1986 until his retirement in 2003, when he was named Pastor Emeritus. Father Duggan was preceded in death by his father, Richard Duggan Sr. and his mother, Mary (nee O Gorman) Duggan. He is survived by his sisters, Anne Brereton and Sister Vincent Duggan, his brothers, Thomas Duggan and his wife Eily, Fr. John Duggan, Richard Duggan Jr. and his wife Alice and, Michael Duggan and his wife Trudy, nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Bishop Jaime Soto will preside at a funeral Mass on October 8, 2018 at 11am at St. Paul Parish, Sacramento. Burial will be in at Calvary Cemetery. A vigil will be held on October 7, 2018 at 6pm at St. Paul Parish, Sacramento, with viewing from 4:30pm and rosary at 5:30pm and vigil service at 6pm.

Rev. John Duggan (1932-2021) native of Flemingstown, Glenmore [Obit from the Parish of Saints John and Paul Parish, Coventry, Rhode Island]

Rev. John J., Duggan, 89, Priest of the Diocese of Ossory, Ireland and long time priest-in-residence at Ss. John and Paul Parish, Coventry, peacefully passed away at the Rectory on Thursday, November 4, 2021. Born in County Kilkenny, he was the beloved son of the late Richard and Molly (O’Gorman) Duggan, and attended St. Kieran’s College and Maynooth Seminary in preparation for the priesthood. He was ordained a priest on June 17, 1956. In his early priesthood, Fr. JD taught Greek and Latin at St. Kieran’s College. He received his MA in Education and PhD in Counseling from Boston College in the 1970s, and also at this time served as Chaplain to the Pittsburgh Steelers during their string of Super Bowl victories. Returning to Ireland to serve in several parish assignments, in 1983 he began serving as Chaplain at Salve Regina University, Newport. In 1997, Fr. Duggan moved into Ss. John and Paul Parish to assist at the parish. For the past 24 years, Fr. JD has been well loved by his parishioners. He will be sadly missed.

Father Duggan is survived by his brothers Thomas, Richard, and Michael Duggan, all of Kilkenny, his sister Anne Brereton of Norwich England, and his sister and caregiver Sr. Vincent Mary Duggan of Dublin, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews, and countless friends from the US and Ireland. He was brother of the late Fr. Nicholas Duggan of the Diocese of Sacramento. Fr. JD’s family wishes to thank Fr. Woolley, Renee Johnson, the Rectory staff, and all who cared for him in his final days. This obituary is available on the Ss. John & Paul Parish webpage.

An article concerning Fr. Duggan’s time as Chaplin to the Pittsburgh Steelers was published on the blog on 14 Nov. 2021.

DUNPHY

Ellen Dunphy, of Ballyverneen, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Friday the 11th of July 1941]

MRS. ELLEN DUNPHY, BALLYVERNEEN, CO. KILKENNY. The death of Mrs. Ellen Dunphy, relict of the late James Dunphy, which took place at her residence, Ballyverneen, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, on the 1st inst., was learned with feelings of very deep regret by all sections of the public. The deceased and her husband belonged to well known and highly respectable Co. Kilkenny families many of whose members have been prominent in the agricultural, professional and public life. She was mother of the late Mr. Richard Dunphy. Customs and Excise Officer, and one of the leading footballers in this country in his youth, and of Mr. John Dunphy, Ballyverneen, another well known figure in hurling and football circles, and a valued and highly esteemed member of the Kilkenny Co. Council, the Ida R.D. Council, the New Board of Guardians the Agricultural Show Committee and the Board of Fishery Conservators. The deceased was very charitable and a most devoted member of Holy Church and met the great summons with a piety and a resignation that were expressive of her exemplary Christian life. The deepest sympathy is expressed with her highly esteemed relatives. The extremely large funeral to Glenmore, representative of all classes and professions and hailing from the Counties of Kilkenny, Waterford, and New Ross afforded evidence of the wide popularity of the deceased and family.

The chief mourners were: Mr. John Dunphy (son), Mrs. E. Dunphy (daughter-in-law); Masters Seamus and Richard, Bredagh and May Dunphy (grand-children); Mr. M. Kennedy, Glenpipe; Anna Kennedy, do.; Bessie Kennedy, Kilmacow; Mr. Patrick Kennedy, Listerlin; Mr, James Kennedy, Ballymagill, Mr. Jas Dunphy, ex-Superintendent Clyde Shipping Co., Waterford (cousins); Messrs. Edward and Patrick Phelan, Ballyfacey (nephews). At the Office and Solemn High Mass in Glenmore Parish Church, Very Rev. James Carrigan, P.P., Glenmore, presided; celebrant, Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., do.; deacon, Rev. Father Heffernan, Glenmore (recently ordained); sub-deacon, Rev. Father Phelan, Mullinahone (recently ordained); master of ceremonies, monies, Rev. Fr. Marnell, Chaplain, Ferrybank; chapters, Rev. M. Doyle, C.C, Slieverue, and Rev. Fr. Halley, C.C., Ferrybank. In the choir were: Very Rev. Canon Brennan, P.P., Ferrybank; Very Rev. Canon Coghlan, P.P. Rosbercon; Very Ref. Fr. Comerford, P.P., Mullinvat; do.; Rev. Fr. Dr??, C.C. do; Rev. Fr. Nolan, Tullogher; Rev. Fr. Leahy, C.C., Rosbercon. R.I.P.

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FITZGERALD

Ellen Fitzgerald née Purcell, of Knockbrack, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Saturday the 20th of September 1913]

Death of Mrs. John Fitzgerald of Knockbrack, Glenmore–Thinner and thinner grows the ranks of those of our forefathers who have lived through, and all to vividly remembered, the terrible times of the Famine of 1947-48 and experienced the appalling and ghastly train of its evils. If we but recollect the thousands and tens of thousands, “Nerve and muscle, and heart and brain, Lost to Ireland—lot in vain,” perishing by the wayside, stricken by the famine, fever, during that awful period we cannot but wonder how anyone survived such a great national calamity. Yet, God in His mercy has spared a few ranks for many a subsequent year. One has gone from these ranks on earth this week to become one in the many ranks of those who possess everlasting happiness in Heaven. I refer to the late Mrs. John Fitzgerald, of Knockbrack, Glenmore, who departed from this life early on Monday morning last, at her residence, having reached the ripe and rare old age of four score years.

The deceased lady had been in indifferent health for the past twelve months, but, being of fine physique and kindly-tempered disposition, the burden of life’s labours rested lightly on her brow; and, when the end had come, it was but the reflex o a good and holy life—peaceful and edifying. The time change a lot in fifty or sixty years, and the Gaulstown of her childhood as she remembered it in the Famine times now bears abundant evidence of untiring industry and increasing prosperity.  The reminiscences of the deceased, as she loved to relate them m her gentle homely way at her own fireside, were interesting—though naturally and intrinsicallv painful. The late Mrs. Ellen Fitzgerald was a sister of one of the staunchest and best men that ever Ossory produced—the late and much lamented Mr. Philip Purcell, of Gaulstown. Connected therefore, with two of the oldest, and most honoured and extensively related families in the country—the Purcells and the Fitzgeralds—it is not wonder why so many now mourn the loss of one of the best of our ancient Catholic peasantry.

The decased lady was of a kind, generous nature, and was loved and respected by all. The last and greatest tribute that could be shown to her memory was the magnificent and most representative funeral—one of the largest that ever left the parish of Glenmore—composed of upwards one hundred vehicles, which followed the remains to Rathkieran graveyard; and the real sorry which was manifest on the faces of her numerous dear relatives and kind friends.

The Funeral

The remains were taken from the family residence on their long last journey from Knockbrack to Rathkieran—a distance of 11 miles—at 11 am on Wednesday last. The chief mourners were —Mr. John Fitzgerald, Knockbrack (husband); Very Rev. John Canon Purcell, P.P., Piltown; Rev. James Purcell, P.P. Kilmaganny (brothers);  Rev. Edward Purcell, C.C. Kilmaganny; Messrs Michael and John Purcell, Gaulstown, and John Purcell, J.P., Mullinavat (nephews), Mrs. Thomas O’Shea, Piltown; Misses Bridget, Kate, and Ellen Purcell, Gaulstown; Sister M. Ursula and Sister M. Augustine, Convent of Mercy, Brentwood, England (nieces); Messrs Ed Fitzgerald, Paul Fitzgerald, Knockbrack, and Patrick Fitzgerald, Raheen, Templeorum (brothers-in-law); Mrs. M. Purcell, Mullinavat, and Mrs. M. Phelan, Raheen, Templeorum (sisters-in-law); Messrs Ml., James, Paul, Thomas and John Fitzgerald,  Knockbrack; Mrs. Fitzgerald, Molerstown, Glenmore; Misses Annie, Bridget, and Ellen Fitzgerald, Knockbrack; and Miss Ellie Nolan, Goresbridge, Co. Kilkenny, etc. , etc. It would be well nigh impossible to attempt to record the names of the multitude who attended the funeral. Suffice it to say that almost every house in the five neighbouring parishes were represented.

Rev. Martin A. Crotty, C.C., Glenmore, rendered ample spiritual consolations to the deceased during the various stages of her illness. The last prayers at the graveside were recited by Very Rev. John Canon Purcell, P.P, Piltown, assisted by Rev. James Purcell, C.C., Rev. Edward Purcell, C.C., Rev. Fathers Kavanagh and Brophy, and Rev. Columb Kennedy, C.C. Piltown, Rev. Martin Walsh, C.C., Ferrybank, and Rev. M Crotty, C.C., Glenmore.

To the bereaved husband and to the deceased’s two revered and most distinguished brothers, as well as to the other numerous relatives of the deceased we offer our most respectful and sincere condolences.—R I P

Ellen Fitzgerald née Hanrahan (1889- 1939) of Tullogher [obit in the New Ross Standard, Fri 2 June 1939, p. 11]  

MRS. ELLEN FITZIGERALD, TULLOGHER, CO. KILKENNY. The death occurred on the 25th ult. of Mrs. Ellen Fitzgerald, wife of Mr. Richard Fitzgerald, Tullogher, Co. Kilkenny. She had been ailing for some time and nothing that medical skill could do spared to restore her to health. The deceased was possessed of most lovable attributes, amiable and charitable. She was a member of a prominent and highly esteemed County Kilkenny family, and was connected with several people well known and highly respected in the commercial, professional, agricultural and public life of the counts, and her death is mourned by all classes. Her charitableness was profound and her generosity in every cause that helped those in distress and gave honour to her Creator, was always prompt and cordial. She lived her life as a model of Christian piety and zeal, and met death with a calm resignation and confidence. Her highly respected husband and family and the other relatives have been the ‘ recipients of much sympathy in their sad bereavement. The remains were taken to Mullinarrigle Church on Friday evening and the interment took place at Mullinarrigle Cemetery after Office and High Mass on Saturday. The funeral was of immense proportions and representative of all classes, including several persons in the commercial. professional and public life from various parts of the county and from the Counties of Wexford, Waterford and Carlow. It was a striking manifestation of respect to the deceased, as well as respect and sympathy to her husband, family and the other Motives. The chief mourners were—Mr. Ml. Fitzgerald, husband; Messrs. James, Thomas, Patrick, Richard and Wm. Fitzgerald, sons; Mrs. Josie O’Neill, Mrs. Lena Hanrahan the Misses Mary, Maggie and Bridle Fitzgerald. daughters; Messrs Patrick and Denis Hanrahan, Coolroebeg, brothers; Mrs. Anne Mullins, Thomastown; Miss Brigid Hanrahan, Coolroebeg (sisters); Misses Nellie, Peggy, Mary, Josie, Elisabeth and Johanna O’Neill and Master Philip O’Neill (grandchildren); Mrs. Thomas Mullins, Thomastown; Mr. Thomas Phelan, Duncannon (nephews); Mrs. H. Bookle, Thomastown; Miss K. Mullins, do; Miss Mary Hanrahan, Coolroebeg (nieces); Mr. John O’Neill, Fahee and Mr. E. Hanrahan, Tullogher (sons-in-law) Mr. Wm. Fitzgerald, Tullogher, brother; Mr. Patrick Croke, Glynn, Tullogher; Messrs. Patrick and James Hanrahan, Powerswood; Mrs. Walter Walsh, Ballyhemmin, Mullinavat; Mr. Patrick Hanrahan, Glenmore; Messrs. Richard and James Hanrahan, New Boss; Mr. James O’Reilly, Powerswood; Mrs. Nora Carroll, Ballyloura, Thomastown ; Mr. and Mrs. George Dooley, Hoodsgrove; Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Cody, Garrandarragh; Dr. Fanny Dooley, Mr James Dooley and family, Garranbehy ; Mr. Laurence Doyle, Ballyskelia; Messrs. John and Garrett, Phelan, Ballytarsnia; Miss Rita Moore, Powerswood; Messrs. John. Edward and Thomas Morrissey, Coolroemore; Misses Baby and Josie Morrissey, do; Miss Eily Follis, West Jerpoint; Mr. ‘IV. Barron and Miss Barron, Ballyskelia; Mr. James Fitzgerald, Rosetown House, Co. Wexford; Mr. Patrick Fitzgerald, Coolnahaw and family; Mr. John Fitzgerald, Busherstown; Mr. Thomas Fitzgerald, Glynn, Tullogher; Mrs. Mary Ryan, Misses Josie, Maggie and Bridge Fitzgerald, Tullogher; Sister Mary Julian County Hospital. Enniscorthy; Messrs. Patrick, James and Miss I Stasia Murphy, Ballveria; Mr. Patrick Fitzgerald and family, Weatherstown; Mr. and Mrs. James Walsh and family, Thomas St., Waterford; Mr. John Fitzgerald and Family, Knockbrack; Mr. John Fitzgerald and family, Molerstown; Mr. Paul and Miss Nan Fitzgerald, Fahee ; Misses Fitzgerald, Glenmore; Mr. Thomas Murphy and family, Brownsford; Mr. Wm. ‘Murphy and family, Brownsford ; Messrs. Thomas and Ml. Hogan; Misses Lena and Mary Hogan, Coolroebeg; Mrs. Edward O’Reilly, Thomastown; Mr. and Mrs. James Cummins. Tullogher; Mrs. Grennan and family, Ballycurran; Mrs. Roche and family do; Mrs. Fitzgerald, Quay St, New Ross; Mr. and Mrs. Hennessy, Glensensaw ; Mrs..Gaule and family, Ballycurran; Mrs. Gaule and family, Mullinaharrigle; Mr. and Mrs. P. M’Donald and family; Ballyfacey; Mrs. M. Walsh and Mr. R. Walsh. do; Mrs. K. Walsh, Glynn, Tullogher; Mr. Thos. Cody, and Miss Cody. Garrandarrah; Mr. and Mrs. R. Walsh, Brownsford; Mr. T. Joyce, M.R.C.V.S. Ballyogan; Mr. MI. Foley, also James and Laurence, Ballyshane; Mrs. Barron and family, Darbystown; Mrs. Patrick Murphy, Ballynock; Mr. S. Lyster and family, Kilkeeran; Miss Maggie Hanrahan, Tullogher; Misses Mary and Norah Walsh, Ballyloura; Mr. John Walsh, Mullinavat; Mr. James M’Donald, Ballintlea; Mr. John Hanarahan, Sheepstown, Knocktopher; Mrs. Agnes Davidson, Ballyneale; Mrs. Phelan and family, Tullogher; Mr. M. Finn, Ballyfoile; Mr. Thomas Sullivan, do;  Mr. Thomas Fitzgerald, Mr. John Phelan, Quay St.. New Ross; Mrs. Farrell and Ballyknock (relatives).

Mass Cards were received from—Her loving, husband and family; Josie, Jack and Children • Lena and Ned; Pat and, Mary Hanrahan; Dennie and Brigidie Hanrahan; the Mullins family; Richard Hanrahan and family, Chicago; Hannah and Tom Walsh and family, do; the Rimmer family, Bridge Farm, Ditton; Lena, Jim and Evelyn Bookle; Gretta and Willie Walsh, New York; Bridie and Frank Cain [editor’s note believe this is Frank Freyne rather than Cain ], do; Richard,  John and Larry Mullins, do . At the Office and High Mass Very Rev. L. Coghlan, P.P. Rosbercon, presided: celebrant, Rev. Father Nolan, C.C., Tullogher. There was a large number of priests in attendance. R.I.P.

John Fitzgerald (c. 1839-1934) of Knockbrack, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, on Friday the 4th of May 1934]

LATE MR. JOHN FITZGERALD, KNOCKBRACK–Much regret was felt in Knockbrack district and throughout the southern portion of Co. Kilkenny by the announcement of the death of Mr. John Fitzgerld, Knockbrack, which occurred last week. The deceased, who was a member of a well-known County Kilkenny family, had attained the fine old age of 97 years, and despite that fact he retained the full use of his faculties up to the last, he, in common with other members of his family, took a keen interest in sport generally. But his life from a business point of view was also an active one. In addition to being a successful farmer, he bred several well-known hunters, which won many events in the days when Weatherstown point-to-point races were in their halcyon days over 20 years ago. He was Chairman of ” the Loughcullen Co-operative Creamery for practically thirty years, during which period he missed only two meetings. He is survived bv six nephews, one of whom is Mr. Michael Fitzgerald, Fahee Mills. The funeral, which took place to Kilivory graveyard on Thursday, 26th ult,, was large and representative.

Requiem Office and High Mass were celebrated for the repose ofhis soul at Glenmore. The celebrant of the Mass was Rev. Dr. Gibbons, C.C, and a large number of clergy were present in the choir. The chief mourners were: Mrs. Paul Fitzgerald (sister-in-law) ; Paul, Thomas, John, Michael and James (nephews); and Annie, Bridget, Ellen and Molly (nieces); P. D. Kenneallv, O’Connell St., Waterford. Mr. T. Power, Ferrybank, had charge of the funeral arrangements. [Per Death Cert–John Fitzgerald died on the 24th of April 1934 at Knockbrack with his nephew John Fitzgerald present at the death. The deceassed John Fitzgerald was 95 years of age, a widower and farmer.]

John Fitzgerald (c. 1895-1970) of Knockbrack, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 2 Oct. 1970, p. 27]

Death of Mr. J. Fitzgerald—The death took place in Ardkeen Hospital, Waterford, on Thursday last of Mr. John Fitzgerald, Knockbrack, Glenmore, at the age of 75. Deceased was a member of a family long associated with the farming and sporting life of the parish, and in his youth was a prominent member, with his brothers, Paulie and Michael of Glenmore football team which won a number of county championships during the period from 1918 to 1930, and both of them also played in the Leinster championships. He was also a member of the famous Ballyfacey (Glenmore) tug-o’-war team which won honours in Leinster and Munster in former years. He was husband of Mrs. Ellen Fitzgerald, Knockbrack (who is a member of the Vereker family from Davidstown, Glemore; father of Rev. Paul Fitzgerald, Director of Social Services, Kilkenny; Messrs John and Michael Fitzgerald, Knockbrack; Mrs. Joe O’Shea Haggard Glenmore; Mrs. Shefflin, Ballyhale and brother of Mr. Tom Fitzgerald, Knockbrack; Mr. Paul Fitzgerald, Flemingstown, Glennmore; the late Mrs. Molly Fitzgerald, Moulerstown, do.; Mrs. Annie Crowley, Polerone, Mooncoin; father-inn-law of Mr. John O’Shea; Mr. Henry Shefflin; and grandfather of Aileen, Helena and Thomas Shefflin. He is also survived by a large number of nephews and nieces including Rev. Fr. Ed. Crowley, Dorrigo, New South Wales, Australia; Sister M. Regis Crowley, Bonsecours Order, Langside, Glasgow, and Sister M. Bonadventure Woods, Holy Faith Order, New Zealand. The remains were removed to St. James’s Church, Glenmore on Friday evening and the attendance included the Bishop of Ossory, Most Rev. Dr. Birch, and a large number of clergy. On Saturday morning, Requiem Mass was celebrated by Rev. Paul Fitzgerald, Kilkenny, son of the deceased, and 42 other clergyfrom the Diocese of Ossory were present. Interment took place in the adjoining cemetery subsequently, and the attendance included many relatives, friends and sympathisers from over a wide area, as well as former colleagues of the Gaelic Athletic Association and of the old Ballyfacy tug-of-war team. The final prayers at the graveside were recited by Rv. P. Madigan, C.C. Glenmore. A number of floral tributes were placed on the grave, and many Mass cards were received by the family.

Margaret Fitzgerald née Vereker, native of Davidstown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Saturday the 13th of June 1970]

MRS. M. FITZGERALD–The death of Mrs. Margaret Fitzgerald, Rosetown, Ramsgrange occurred at her residence on Saturday, 30th May. She was widow of Mr. James Fitzgerald, A member of the Vereker family of Davidstown, Glenmore, she bad been residing in Co. Wexford for over forty years. Interment took place at Ramsgrange on Monday after Office and Requiem Mass. Chief mourners were: Mr. John Fitzgerald (son); Mrs. P. Gilvarry, Church St., Killala, Co. Mayo; Mrs. S. Byrne, Rosslare Strand; Miss Kathleen Fitzgerald, N.T., and Miss Maureen Fitzgerald (daughters); Mrs. John Fitzgerald (daughter-in-law); Messrs. P. Gilvarry and S. Byrne (sons-in-law); Richard Fitzgerald, Glenmore, Co. Cork (nephew); James Vereker, Davidstown, Glenmore (brother); Mrs. John Fitzgerald, Knockbrack, Slieverue (sister); grandchildren, nephews and nieces; the Vereker family, Davidstown, Slieverue; the Fitzgerald family, Knockbrack, Slieverue; the Dunphy family, Ballytarsney, Mooncoin. The celebrant of the Office and Requiem Mass was Rev. Paul Fitzgerald, Social Service Centre, Kilkenny (nephew). Chanters were Rev. J. Cummins, C.C., and Rev. A. Kavanagh, C.C. In the choir were: Very Rev. John Canon Nolan, P.P.; Very Rev. J. S. Power, P.P.; Rev. J. McGettigan, Loftus Hall; Rev. P. Flanagan, OS.A.; Rev. C. Mansfield, 0.S. A., and Rev. T. McGrath, M.SS.

Paul Fitzgerald (1891-1972) of Knockbrack, Glenmore [Obit of Munster Express, Fri. 15 Dec. 1972, p. 3]

DEATH OF MR. PAUL FITZGERALD—Mr. Paul Fitzgerald, Knockbrack, Glenmore, who died in Wterford County and City Infirmary on Saturday last, in his 80^th year, was a well known figure in local farming and sporting circles. A prominent footballer in his youth, he was a member of the Glenmore team which won the County Senior Championships in 1916 and 1917. Deceased who was ailing only a fortnight (the first illness in his life), was husband of Mrs. Mary Fitzgerald, Knockbrack; mother(sic) of Mr. Jack Fitzgerald, do; Miss Breda Fitzgerald, do.; Mrs. Judy Fleming, Ballymountain, Kilmacow; Mrs. Pauline Dempsey, Lanark, Scotland; and brother of Mr. Tom Fitzgerald, Knockbrack; Mrs. Bridget Doherty, Coolnaleen, Glenmore; and Mrs. Ellen Woods, Earlsrath, Mullinavat. He was father-in-law of Mr. Ned Fleming, Mr. Bobbie Dempsey (a native of Rosboultra, Ballyhale, and a former member of Kilkenny Co. Council); grandfather of Catherine and Mary Fleming; Owen and Louise Dempsey, and uncle of Rev. Paul Fitzgerald, Director of Social Services, Kilkenny; Rev. Ed. Crowley, Austraulia; Sister M. Regis, Bon Secour Order, Glasgow, and Sister M. Bonaventure Holy Faith Order, New Zealand. He is also survived by a number of other nephews, nieces and relatives. The remains were removed to St. James’s Church, Glenmore, on Sunday evening, and interment took place in the adjoining cemetery on Monday after Requiem Mass, celebrated by Rev. Paul Fitzgerald (nephew), and 10 other clergy present were listed.

FITZPATRICK

Ellen “Ellie” Fitzpatrick née Foran, native of Kearneybay, Glenmore [Obit in the Gorey Guardian on Wednesday the 7th of August 1996]

DEATH OF MRS. ELLEN FITZPATRICK–The death took place last week at the Community Hospital, New Ross after a brief illness of Mrs. Ellen ‘Ellie’ Fitzpatrick ‘nee Foran’ Carrenroe, The Rower. Funeral from Cooney Funeral Home New Ross on Tuesday evening to the Rower Church and burial took place on Wednesday morning in the adjoining Cemetery after Requiem Mass. The celebrant was Fr. McGree CC The Rower, assisted by Rev. Thomas Murphy P.P, Slieverue a native of the Rower and Fr. Power U.S.A.. She was predeceased by her late husband John Fitzpatrick who died 20 years ago. The readings and the prayers of the faithful were read by some of her grandchildren, Jacqueline, Grace, Anita, Greg, John and Elaine. The gifts were brought to the alter by Martin, Philip and J.J.. The church music was rendered to suit the occasion by Siobhan Grace.

She was the last remaining link of the Foran family, Kearney Bay, Glenmore of eight children, five boys and three girls. She was daughter of the late John and Ellen Foran and she reached the good age of 90 years. Sincere sympathy to her sons John and James, her daughters Nora and Eily, grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. The late Ellie was predeceased by her brothers, Thomas Foran and Edward Foran, Kearney Bay, Michael England, Pat Waterford, James Aylwardstown, her sisters Mary Widger and Sarah Forristal both Waterford.

The late Ellie will long be remembered as a model wife, mother and a good housekeeper and always lived a good christian and catholic life. A good neighbour always ready to help when needed. In her younger years she was a keen oarswoman and competed at the New Ross and Waterford Regattas in the late twenties. A photo taken in Glenmore School about 1918 of about 30 pupils just four remain and all are in their late 80’s and enjoying good health.

FORRISTAL

Patrick Forristal (c. 1814 -1901) Ballyverneen, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Saturday the 23^rd of February 1901]                   

DEATH OF MR. PATRICK F0RRISTAL—It is with feelings of regret that we announce the death of Mr. Patrick Forristal, Ballyverneen, Glenmore, which occurred on Thursday evening, 14th inst., at his residence. Mr. Forristal attained the fine age of 87 years. During his long and useful career on this earth he made hosts of friends. He was one of the most extensive farmers in Glenmore. Deceased was a large employer of labour, and, as such, always treated his employees with the utmost consideration and charitableness. He was a man possessed of much intelligence, combined with good common sense, and was aver foremost in every charitable and patriotic movement in his native parish. Indeed no better testimony could be shown of the very high esteem in which deceased was held than the large funeral cortege which followed the remains on Saturday to their last resting place in Glenmore, beside the walls of that church which his generosity so often helped to beautify. To his respected sons (Messrs Thomas Forristal, D.O; William Forristal, D.O., and Patrick Forristal) we offer our sincere sympathy. May God Almighty grant him the reward of his labours.  Office and High Mass were held on Saturday. The following priests attended:—Rev. M. McGrath, C.O., Glenmore, celebrant; in the choir—Very Rev. P. Meany, P.P., Glenmore; Vary Rev. Canon Hclohan, P.P., Rosberoon; Rev. J. Cahill, O.C., do.; Rev. W. Walsh, C.C. Tullogher; Kev. J. Brennan, C.C., Slieverue; Rev. J. Brophy, CO., Ferrybank; Rev. P. Freyne, C.C., do

FREYNE

James Freyne (c. 1855- 1937) of Kilbride, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 3rd of September 1937]

DEATH OF MR. JAMES FREYNE—We regret to announce the demise of an esteemed and popular resident of Glenmore parish in the person of Mr. James Freyne, which occurred at his home at Kilbride on Monday last. Deceased, who was aged 82 years, had not been in robust health for some time, though he had only been confined to bed for a period of a week.

The late Mr. Freyne was husband of Mrs. Johanna Freyne, Kilbride, and father of Messrs. James and Thomas Freyne, do; Martin Freyne, Australia; Mrs. Hartley, Campile; Mrs. Tuohy, Julianstown, County Meath; Mrs. Ryan, Dublin; Mrs. Furlong, Kilbride, and Miss Teresa Freyne, do. He was brother of Mrs. Johanna Fitzgerald, Knockbrock; the late Rev. Patk. Freyne, C.C., Hugginstown; Rev. Thomas Freyne, C.C. , Gathabawn; Mrs. O’Brien , Brownsford; Mrs. Cody, Carrigcloney; Ml. Freyne, Ballyfacey, and John Freyne, Kilcullen (all deceased). He was also uncle of the late Mr. Peter Freyne, who was killed in action in Dublin in 1916.

Deceased was a well known and extensive farmer and enjoyed widespread esteem. Like the members of Iris family, he was for many years prominently identified with the Gaelic Athletic Association. His passing, though coming in the fulness of years, occasioned feelings of sincere regret in the district, where he was a familiar figure. The funeral to the family burial ground at Glenmore on Wed. morning was one of the largest seen in the district for some time, and was representative of the local and adjoining areas, as well as Waterford City. Requiem Mass and Office were offered up in the parish church, of which the celebrant was Rev. Wm. Brennan, C.C., Glenmore, and the other clergy present were—Rev. J. Carrigan, P.P., do; Rev. L. Coghlan, P.P., Rosbercon; Rev. E. Brennan, P.P. Ferrybank; Rev. P. Hally, CO., do.; Rev. M. Doyle, C.C., Slieverue; Rev. G. Loughrey, C.C., Rosbercon; Rev. P. Nolan, C.C., Tullogher; Rev. Fr. Vereker, Davidstown; Rev. J. Brady, chaplain, Belmont. The interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery amidst every manifestation of sincere regret. The chief mourners were—Mrs. Freyne, Kilbride (widow); James and Thomas Freyne (sons); Mrs. Hartley, Mrs. Tuohy, Mrs. Ryan, Mrs. Furlong, Miss Teresa Freyne (daughters); Mrs. Fitzgerald (sister); Sergt. Tuohy, Julianstown; Patk. Hartley, Campile; Ml. Ryan, Dublin (sons-in-law); Maureen and Joan Tuohy; James, Thomas and John Hartley (grand-children); Paul Fitzgerald, Knockbrock ; John and Thomas Fitzgerald, do; Mrs. John Fitzgerald, do; James Fitzgerald, Flemingstown, Glenmore; Michael and Mrs. Fitzgerald, Fahee; Paul , Mary and Nan Fitzgerald, do; Thos. Freyne, Kilcullen, Thomastown; Daisy, Dolly, and Nora Freyne, do; Thomas Freyne_, Ballyfacey; May, Margaret and Joe Freyne, do; Mrs. W. Doherty, Ballinlammy; Daniel and Mrs. Cody and family, Carrigcloney; Mary Kate and Eily Cody, do; Thos. and Mrs. Doyle, do; John and Mrs. Fitzgerald and family, Moulerstown; Rd. and Mrs. Doherty and family, Coolnaleen; Mrs. Crowley and family, Pollrone; Joe and Mrs. Woods, Earlsrath; Joe Knox, Barronstrand St., Waterford ; Andrew Knox and family, Brownstown ; Martin Hennessy and family, The Rower; Mrs. Delaney, Inistioge; Rd. and Mrs. Kelly, do; James and Ml. Kelly, Borris; Rd. and Mrs. Walsh and family, Brownsford; Patk. Fitzgerald and family, Raheen, Templeorum; Denis O’Brien and family, Dublin, etc., etc. (relatives and friends).—R.I.P.

John Freyne (1866-1936) Kilcullen, Thomastown, native of Kilbride, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard–Friday 24 April 1936]

Death of Mr. John Freyne, Kilcullen, Thomastown.–It is with regret the death is recorded of Mr. John Freyne, Kilcullen, Thomastown, one of the best known farmers in, South Kilkenny, which occurred on Sunday morning, 12th inst. The deceased, who was aged 72 years, was a brother of the late Rev. P. Freyne, C.C., Hugginstown, and the late Rev. T. Freyne, C.C., Gatnabawn. He was father of the late Commandant Peter Freyne who was shot dead by British military in the attack on the North Wall Hotel in 1921. The late Mr. Freyne had been seriously ill for only a week, during which he was zealously attended by the priests of the parish, who rendered him every spiritual consolation. Dr. Grant, Inistioge, was daily in attendance, but all that medical skill could suggest was unavailing and he passed peacefully away, being fully reconciled to the Holy Will of God. Mr. Freyne came of an old and highly respected South Kilkenny family. He was a native of Kilbride, Glenmore, and was generally recognised as a practical and industrious farmer. He was held in the highest esteem by the priests and people of Thomastown parish us well as the adjoining parish of lnistioge, all of whom deeply regret his unexpected death. On Monday evening the remains were removed to Thomastown Parish Church where they were received by Ven. Archdeacon Doyle, P.P. V.G.; Rev. John Rice, C.C.; Rev. James Cassin, C.C., and Rev. J. Meany, C.C., St, Patrick’s, Kilkenny. The rosary was recited by Father Cassin. A large and representative concourse from Kilkenny city and county, which included over 50 motor cars, accompanied the remains from the deceased’s late residence to the parish church. On Tuesday the funeral took place to the new cemetery. Rev. James Cassin, C.C. and Rev. J. Meany, C.C., St. Patrick’s, Kilkenny, officiated at the graveside. On Monday morning. the 20th inst. Requiem and High Mass were celebrated in Thomastown Parish Church for the repose of deceased’s soul. Right Rec. Monsignor Doyle, P.P., V.G.. Archdeacon of Ossory, presided. The celebrant of the Mass was Rev. Thomas Moore, C.C., Clara; Rev. Thos. Greene, Rosbercon was Deacon; Rev. J. Meany, C.C., St. Patrick’s Kilkenny, sub-deacon, and Very Rev. M. Fitzpatrick, P.P., Ballyhale, master of ceremonies. The clergy in the choir were: Very Rev. Jeremiah Canon Drennan, P.P., Tullagher; Very Rev. M. Hunt, P.P., Gowran; Rev. John Rice, C.C., Thomastown; Rev. James Cassin, C.C., Thomastown; Rev. James Cassin, C.C., do, Rev. E. Power, C.C., Gowran, and Rev. P. Healy, C.C., Bennettsbridge. R.I.P.

Rev. Thomas Freyne, native of Kilbride, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Friday the 27th of May 1932]

REV. T. FREYNE. CC., GATHABAWN. INTERMENT AT GLENMORE, His Lordship Most Rev Dr. Collier, Bishop of Gory, presided at Solemn Requiem Office and High Mass in the O’Loughlin Memorial Church, St. John’s, on Friday last, May 2O, for the repose of tho soul of the late Rev. Thomas Freyne, Gathabawn, a native of Glenmore, death whose death occurred at a private nursing home in Dublin, on Tuesday, May 17. The celibrant of the Mass was the Very Rev. J. Cannon Drennan, P.P., Tullarherin; deacon, Very Rev. L. Walsh, P.P. Johnstown; sub-deacon. Very Rev.R. Canon Aylward, P.P., Durrow; master of ceremonies Rev. M. Guilfoyle, C.C., Danesfort. The Bishop’s assistants were the Right Rev. Monsignor Doyle, P.P., V.G., Thomastown, and the Very Rev. Canon Treacy, P.P. Conahy. The funeral, which was, of immense proportions, took place to the family burial ground at Glenmore.

The chief mourners were—Mrs. Fitzgerald, Knockbrack, Glenmore (sister); James Freyne, Kilbride, Glenmore and John Freyne, Thomastown (brothers); Daisy, Nora and Eileen Freyne, Margaret, Kattie and Teresa Kilbride; Ellie Fitzgeraid, Mrs. Cody, Bridie, Mary Kate, Mrs. J. Fitzgerald, Mrs. Fitzgerald, Molerstown (nieces); James, Paul, Michael and Thomas Fitzgerald. Mr. Doherty, Coolnameen (sic); Mr. Fitzgerald, Molerstown (nephews); Miss Phelan, Glenmore; the Misses Phelan and John Phelan, Michael St., Kilkenny; John and Mrs. Phelan, Mullinahone; John and Mary Anne Phelan, do; Mr. and Mrs. Cody, Weatherstown; John and Miss Knox, Brownstown; Joseph and Mrs. Knox, Waterford; the Misses Freyne, New Ross; Dan and Mrs. White, Mullinbeg; Patrick and Mrs. Doherty, Ballynalammy (sic); Miss Fitzgerald, Foulksmills, Kilmacow; Mrs. Walsh, Gaol St., Kilkenny; Denis and Mrs. O’Brien, Dublin; Mr. and Mrs. Freyne, do; John and Mrs. Dunphy, Ballyverneen; Patrick and Mrs. Forristal, do; Mr. and Mrs. Crowley, Mullinahone.

FURLONG

Stasia Furlong née Murphy, formerly of Glenmore Village [Obit in New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 7th of July 1999]

DEATH OF STASIA FURLONG The death occurred last Wednesday at Ros Aobhinn Nursing Home, Bunclody of Stasia Furlong (nee Murphy) after a brief illness. Funeral from the Nursing Home to St. James’ Church, Glenmore on Thursday evening and burial took place on Friday morning after Requiem Mass in the adjoining cemetery. The celebrant was Rev. Liam Barron, P.P., Mullinavat. The Readings were by Michael Furlong  and Bernadette Byrne and the gifts were brought to the altar by Annie Murphy, Clare Sinnott, Anna Dunphy and Terry Byrne, Mary Murphy was organist and the soloist was Margaret Murphy, niece, who sang beautiful hymns during the Mass. The late Stasia’s husband, Frank, predeceased her by six years and both were beautiful singers and performed at many concerts and were members of the Glenmore Parish Choir for many years. She was daughter of the late Dan and Ellen Murphy, Ballybrahee, Glenmore. Sincere sympathy to her daughter Marita Byrne, Bunclody who cared for her up to a few months previous to her death. Her brother, Luke Murphy, Ballybrahee and Conn Murphy, England. She was predeceased by her other brothers, Jim and John. Sisters Hannie Brennan and Mary Murphy, both England. Stasia will be sadly missed in her native Glenmore and surrounding parishes where she was well-known. Both her husband Frank and herself carried on a Hackney service. May the green sod lay lightly on her.

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GRACE

Robert Grace (c. 1882-1960) native of Forristalstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 10 June 1960, p. 2]

MR. ROBERT GRACE—By the death which occurred at the County & City Infirmary on Monday last, of Mr. Robert “Bob” Grace Senior, Ballybricken, Waterford, has lost another of its leading businessmen and sporting personalities. He was aged 78 years. Born at Forristalstown, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, he came to live in Waterford some fifty years ago, and, up to five years ago, when he retired had carried on a thriving licensed trade in his well known and widely patronised premises on the historic hill. Always a great lover of horses, and an enthusiastic follower of racing, he was well known as a horse dealer in his earlier years. In another era, before the ubiquitous coming of the motor vehicle, his spacious premises at Ballybricken were specially designed for the accommodation of the animals which brought the members of the agricultural community in traps and cars from the surrounding districts to the city in large numbers, particularly on fair days and other important occasions. Mrs. Grace will be well remembered as a promoter of point-to-point fixtures and pony races, in the organisation of which he played a leading part. In his leisure hours, he also derived much pleasure from a game of cards. He was a life long member of the Waterford C.Y.M.S. To meet him socially was a real pleasure. In business and outside it, he had the gift of making friends readily, and, by his many sterling qualities retaining to the end their high respect and warm regard. By all who knew him, his death is deeply regretted and sincere sympathy goes out to his wife, Mrs. Margaret Grace; the members of his popular family and other relatives in their sad loss. He was father of Rev. John Grace, Chaplain, Ardkeen Hospital, Waterford; Mrs. Thomas Grace, dental surgeon, The Mall, do.; Mr. Edward P. Grace, Auditor and accountant, The Quay, do., Mr. Joseph Grace (Junr.) Ballybricken (commercial representative of Messrs. John Egan & Son, Barronstrand St., Waterford), and Miss Margaret Grace, Ballybricken. He was brother of Mrs. Purcell, Emmett Place, Waterford; Mrs. M. Roche, Bigwood, Co. Kilkenny, and Mrs. Murphy, Griffith Place, Waterford. The cortege, was of extremely large and representative dimensions when, on Tuesday evening, the remains were removed to Ballybricken Church. On Wednesday morning, in the presence of a large congregation, Requiem Office and High Mass were offered up, and sympathisers were again present in imposing numbers when the funeral took place immediately afterward to Glenmore. The attendances on both occasions included members of the professions, public representatives, and leading figures in the business, industrial and sporting life of Waterford City and a large South-Eastern areas notably his native South Kilkenny.

William “Bill” Grace (c. 1918-1991) of Kilbride, Glenmore [Obit Munster Express, Fri. 16 Aug. 1991, p. 6] 

The death occurred recently of Mr. William (Bill) Grace of Kilbride, Glenmore. He was aged 73 years and died suddenly while in the company of his son John while attending some farming business. He was a native of the  district and second son of the late John and Mrs. Mary Grace, Kilbride.

Bill had a long association with the GAA and in particular with the football code, starting with Barrow Rovers in 1935 and he with others helped the team of Glenmore to win the 1938 Championship in which they beat Tullogher in Thomastown. He continued his play career up to 1950 when t 1983more defeated a Railyard selection at GAA HQ, Kilkenny. His death will recall that 1938 team which included: Paddy Roache (goal); Jack Duggan; Martin Butler; Bill Grace; Paddy Holden; Pat Aylward; Larry Roche; Tom Freyne; Eddie O’Connor; Paul Fitzgerald; John Walsh; Tom Fitzgerald; Martin Cody and Nick Mullins.

Bill Grace’s father, John Grace, was the first captain of a winning Glenmore senor football championship side in 1906.

The deceased won 8 championship medals with Glenmore at senior football level. His funeral and burial was large and representative with Rev. Lar Dunphy, P.P. as celebrant of the Mass, assisted by Fr. McCartain, P.P. Ballyhale. The readings were red by his son-in-law Michael Fennelly and grandson Maurice Murphy. A guard of honour from Glenmore GAA Club and including surviving stalwarts from his active service days gave a true Gael a fitting farewell at St. James Church and cemetery, Glenmore.

He is survived by his wife Mrs. Nellie Grace, on John, daughters Mrs. Mary Murphy, Mullinavat; Mrs. Margaret Fennelly, Castlebanney and Mrs. Alice Costello, Ballyhale, brother James, Clonmel, sisters Mrs. Molly Ryan, Rockenham, Ferrybank; Mrs. Bridie Murphy, Slieverue; Miss Josie Grace, Waterford and Miss Nellie Grace, Dublin. He was pre-deceased by his brother Patrick, Co. Wexford, his sisters Miss Kathleen Grace, Dublin and Miss Alice Grace, Kilbride. He is survived by 15 grandchildren also by his daughter-in-law Betty Grace, sons-in-law, Maurice Murphy; Michaell Fennell and Frank Costello. Also by sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews and nieces, relatives and friends.

The late Bill Grace was a kind neighbour and friend and his funeral and burial showed the esteem that he was held in by the Glenmore community. For over 12 years he gave sterling service on the Gaelic pitches of Kilkenny for his beloved Glenmore. His usual position was in the back line of defence either at left full back of half back. In 1942, he helped with others in Glenmore reform the hurling team and had just retired from hurling when Glenmore registered their first Southern Junior Championship win in 1952. So as well as being a well known footballer he was also a capable hurler.

We extend our sincere sympathy to the late Bill Grace’s widow, Nellie, and family on their great loss. Ar Dheis Lamh De go raibh a anam.

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HANRAHAN

James “Jimmy” Hanrahan ( 1891-1977) native of Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, on Friday the 22nd of April 1977]

DEATH OF MR. J. HANRAHAN–Mr. James (Jimmy) Hanrahan, who died suddenly at his residence in North Street, New Ross, on Wednesday of last week, was one of the best-known sporting personalities in the Border Town, where he had been associated with the licensed business for the past 48 years. Aged 86, he was formerly from Glenmore, where the family have also been in business for a long period, and Jimmy purchased his new premises in New Ross, where he conducted a very successful grocery and licensed trade up to a few years ago, when he turned the business over to one of his sons.

In his youth he was a prominent G.A.A. player in both codes, winning a number of county senior football championships with Glenmore during the period from 1916 to 1924, when the parish won a total of eight titles in succession with one exception when Coolagh gained the honours in 1920. He also won county junior hurling championships with Mullinavat in 1915 and 1917, as well as a similar inter-county football with Kilkenny in the Leinster championship, he was also a member of the Noreside team which played Cork in the All-Ireland Junior Hurling final of 1917 at Cork Athletic Grounds, which was won by the Leesiders. He was equally a keen supporter ofcoursing, both field and track, and owned a number of prize-winning greyhounds, including the famedMilebush Pride, winner of the English Derby, and sold for a record figure.

He held the secretaryship of New Ross Coursing Club for many years, and was one of the chief organisers of the annual fixture near the town, at which the Ross Mic Treon Cup takes place each year, and up to the time of his death was Hon. President of the Club. He attended coursing fixtures and Gaelic games all over Ireland, and only two days prior to his unexpected passing he was present at the National Hurling League semi finals in Thurles, and the same night engaged in his usual pastime of playing cards, his greatest love being in challenging His friends in a game of “thirties” or a hand at the popular game of “poker.”

Small in stature but big in heart and courage, he was a doughy opponent on the field of play, though fair and honest in all his clashes with his opposite number, be it hurling or football. A man with a keen sense of humour, he was at his best when recalling some of the great matches of the past, or when telling of an amusing happening on the coursing field or at the track meetings. Though almost half a century in New Ross, his love and allegiance were always on the side of Kilkenny and the wearers of the “Black and Amber” colour, and his many quips with Wexford supporters prior to big matches between the Nore and Slaney were always both humorous and witty, as Jimmy was never the one to hold a grudge against a fellow-gael, the permanent smile being rarely missing.

He was husband of Mrs. Margaret (Peggy) Hanrahan, New Ross (who was a member of the Grace family from Tinnislatty, The Rower); father of Jim Hanrahan, who now runs the business in New Ross; Nicky Hanrahan, Dental Surgeon, Newbridge, County Kildare; Sister Neri, Sisters of Nazareth, Kilmarnock, Scotland; Mrs. Breda Vereker, Carriganurra, Slieverue, and brother of JohnHanrahan, New York, and the late Nicholas Hanrahan, Glenmore. He was father-in-law of John Vereker, Mrs. Jim Hanrahan, Mrs. Nicholas Hanrahan; grand-father of Enda and Jane Hanrahan, New Ross; Fiona, Siobhan, Una, Nicholas and James Hanrahan, Newbridge; David, Patrick and Emile Vereker, Carriganurra. He is also survived by a number of nephews, nieces and other relatives. The remains were removed to the Parish Church, New Ross, on Thursday evening, and on Friday morning Requiem Mass was celebrated by Rev. John Duggan, C.C., Johnstown, who is a native of Flemingstown, Glenmore. The funeral took place subsequently to the family burial ground at Glenmore Cemetery, where the prayers at the graveside were recited by Rev. T. Heneberry, C.C., Glenmore, assisted by Rev. J. Duggan, C.C, Johnstown. The other clergy present included Very Rev. J. O’Shea, P.P., Glenmore; Very Rev. P. Madigan. P.P., Gowran; Rev. Michael P. Mernagh, O.S.A., Saint John’s Priory, Thomas Street, Dublin.

The extremely large attendance included representatives of the business, professional, agricultural and sporting life of Counties Kilkenny, Wexford and Waterford, as well as prominent members of the G.A.A., the Irish Coursing Club, New Ross, Seven Houses, Loc Gormain and Mooncoin Coursing Clubs, as well as Directors and official representing Waterford, Enniscorthy, Clonmel, Thurles and Kilkenny Greyhound Tracks. Also present were a number of the surviving members of the old Glenmore hurling and football teams of over fifty years ago.

HARNEY

Michael Harney (c. 1924-1996) of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 13th of November 1996]

DEATH OF POPULAR RESIDENT–The death took place rather suddenly recently of Michael Harney at his residence, Rochestown, Glenmore. He had been in his usual good health up to his untimely death. It was indeed a great shock to his wife, family and neighbours. Aged seventy-two, he was son of the late Nicholas and Margaret Harney, Ballyduff, Co. Waterford. Funeral from his residence on Tuesday evening to St. James’ Church, Glenmore, where the re- mains were received by Rev. Liam Barron, P.P. Burial took place on Wednesday afternoon in the adjoining cemetery after Requiem Mass. The celebrant was Rev. Liam Barron, P.P., assisted by Rev. Fr. Carey, late Parish Priest, Rosbercon, and Rev. Fr. O’Reilly, Carmelite Order, Knocktogher, a friend of the family. The readings were by Paul Harney and Aidan Feighan. The prayers of the faithful were rendered in song by Br. Philip of the Carmelite Order, Dublin, nephew of the deceased. The sacred music was rendered during the Requiem Mass by Claus Cantwell. The gifts were brought to the altar by brother-in-law, Paddy O ‘ Neill, and Margaret and Eleanore O’Neill, nieces.

Sincere sympathy to his wife, Nellie (nee Aylward); son, Paul; daughters, Helen Fleming, both Rochestown; Brid, Newbridge, Co. Kildare; and Oonagh Corbishley, North Caroline, U.S.A.who travelled home for the funeral Mass; grandchildren, Alexander and Jennifer, sons-in-law, Rick and Joe; brothers, Pat Harney and Rev. Peter Harney, P.P., U.S.A.; sisters, Peggie O’Neill, Waterford; Joan Brennan, Dublin; Brid Walsh, Rossalare; Moira Simmons, Bristol. England; and Eileen Leonard, U.S.A.; nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law. Large crowds from all walks of life including many of his old school mates and friends from Ballyduff and surrounding parishes in Co. Waterford.

HEFFERNAN

Edward Heffernan (c. 1924-1949) of Kearneybay, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, on Friday the 1st of July 1949]

Late Mr. Edward Heffernan, Kearney Bay, Glenmore–Office and High Mass for the repose of the soul of the late Mr. Edward Heffernan, took place in Glenmore on Friday, 17^th ult. Very Rev W. Grace, P.P., Glenmore, presided. The celebrant of the Mass was Rev. R. McGrath, C.C., Glenmore; deacon, Rev. P. Stanton, C.C. Tullogher; sub-deacon, Rev. R. Holohan, Chaplain, Kilmacow. In the choir were: Very Rev. Canon Ryan, P.P. Ferrybank; Rev. P. Haily, C.C., Ferrybank; Rev. D. Hughes, D.D., Slieverue; Rev. R. O’Shea, Chaplain, Belmont Park; Rev. P. Darcy, C.C., Kilmacow; Rev. W. Murphy, C.C. Rosbercon; Rev. M. Drea, C.C., Mullinavat; Rev. Fr. Donnelly, O.S.A., New Ross; Rev. Fr. Nolan, C.C., New Ross; Rev. Fr. Jordan, O.S.A.; Rev. Fr Doyle, C.C., New Ross; Rev. Fr. Redmond, C.C., do.

Mass cards were received from the following: Father, mother (Novena); Michael (do); Celia (do); Paddy; John; Thomas; Aunt Maria; Uncle Andy and family; Aunt Stasia and family; Uncle Mick, Tess and family; Aunt Alice and family; Uncle Peter and Auntie Maggie; his Godparents; O’Connor family; Ennett family; cousin in Grannagh Knock; cousin Kathleen; Luke and Bridie Gaule; Dr. P. Dooley; M. Dooley; Bridget and Paddy Coady; Dr. Waly and Peggy Walsh; Maggie Cooley; Jimmie Heffernan; Paddy and Nellie; Maher family; L. Walsh; Peter O’Connor, Waterford; James Kelly; Michael Heffernand, Waterford; all in Graiguenakill; Irish family, Aylwardstown; Michale, Peter and William of Hollybank Road; Mart and Anastasia Walsh; Glenpipe; Mr. and Mrs. Kittrick, Dublin; Delahunty family; Dan and Angela Loughrey; John Meade; Patsy Tynan, Dublin; Mullins family, do; Nancy Keane, Waterford; Mr. and Mrs. E. Walsh; Bridie Doherty; Danny and Bridie Cody, Carrigcloney; Micheal Freyne; Peggy, Laurence and Ellie Walsh and family; P. Gilmore, Dublin; Con and Padgie Cullinance, do; Martin S. Breen, Waterford; Jimmie Murphy family Robinstown; Seamus Dunphy; John O’Brien, Kilmacthomas; M. Fagan, Dublin; James Fluskey; Mary Maddock; Mrs. Dunphy and family, Milltown; Pat and Nellie Barron; Mullally family, Davidstown; Bessie Walsh, Kilcurl; Mainie Reddy, Waterford; Joan and Niall Kenneally, John Doherty, Ballinlammy; Patrick and Mrs. Vereker, Carriganurra; Tom Doyle, Carrigcloney; Quinn family, Druncondra, Dublin; John Aylward and family, Rochestown; Nora Kelly, Dublin; Peter and Cathleen Scully, Leix; Christy O’Regan, Waterford; John and Ellie Dunphy and family; Cuddihy family; Jimmie and Katty Byrne; Paddy and Katie Forristal; Glenmore Creamery Staff, Glenmore (Novena); Glenmore Ploughing Association; Glenmore L.D.F.; the choir, Glenmore; Glenmore Hurling and Football Club; Dwyer’s Tennis Club Cork; students of the Dental hospital, Cork; South Kilkenny Coursing Club; Glenmore Branch of Fine Gael; Jim and Nora Coady; Jane and Reggie Davis; Mrs. Alice Power.

[Per the death register, Edward Heffernan died in the Richmond Hopspital in Dublin, aged 25 and was a farmer. He was the second eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Heffernan, Kearney Bay, Glenmore.]

Michael Heffernan (c. 1915-1998) of Kearneybay, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard on Thursday the 8th of December 1988]

A great loss to Glenmore; Death of Michael Heffernan– The parish of Glenmore lost one of its most valued and respected members last week with the unexpected death of Mr. Michael Heffernan, Kearney Bay, Glenmore. A member of one of the best known families m South Kilkenny, he was an extensive, progressive and first class farmer who kept the most modern of machinery and was up to data with the latest in farming development. Keenly interested in ploughing in his younger days, he was also active in Muintir na Tire for a long time and was a valued member of the Glenmore Creamery Committee. He was particularly noted for his willingness to give practical help and counsel in relation to parochial matters. Although he was not an active player in his youth, he was a keen follower of the G.A.A. and demonstrated his practical by way of machinery and during the development of the Glenmore club’s new pitch. He did a tremendous amount of work on that, said a club member, and he also gave the use of his tractors, etc.. to get the field ready. His unexpected death, which occurred in Ardkeen Hospital after a short illness, caused much regret particularly in the Glenmore area. He was aged 73.

The attendances at the removal of his remains to St. James Church, Glenmore, on Saturday and at the funeral to the adjoining cemetery on Sunday were huge. Members of the Glenmore club and Creamery committee formed a guard of honour. Rev. Michael Mernagh, 0.S. A.. was celebrant of the Requiem Mass. while Mons. T. Maher, P.P., Mullinavat, and Very Rev. L. Dunphy, P.P., Glenmore, were also present. He is survived by his wife. Mary; by his sons; Thomas, John, Christy, Desmond, Michael, Raymond and Kevin. Christy, Desmond and Raymond have all played senior hurling for Kilkenny. He is also survived by his brothers Paddy, Sean, a former dentist in New Ross, and Thomas, and by his sisters. Mrs. Ceila Foley, Bellevue, New Ross, and Mrs. Stasia Meade, Half- Way-House, Waterford. As a mark of respect, the Christmas bazaar and sale of work in Glenmore was postponsed to next Sunday, while other celebrations scheduled for next Friday night have also been deferred.

Thomas Heffernan, of Kearneybay, Glenmore [Obit NEW ROSS STANDARD of Sat. 23 Jan. 1965]

MR. T. HEFFERNAN. KEARNEY BAY, GLENMORE. The death of Mr. Thos. Heffernan, Kearney Bay, Glenmore, occurred after a short illness in a Waterford hospital. Aged 77, he was a member of a very well known South Kilkenny family and was an extensive and progressive farmer. He had a long association with New Ross Agricultural Show, and was a former Vice-Chairman of the committee. He was a noted oarsman in his youth.

He was predeceased by his wife by about four years. He was father of Messrs. Ml. Heffernan, Kearney Bay; Patrick Heffernan, Rochestown, Glenmore; John Heffernan, B.D.S., New Ross, and Thomas Heffernan, Pan-American Airways, New York; Mrs. A. Meade, Ballymaclode, Half-Way House, Waterford, and Mrs. J. Foley, Bellevue, New Ross. He was brother of Messrs. A. Heffernan, Aylwardstown, Glenmore; P. Heffernan, Drumcondra, Dublin, and Mr. Michael Heffernan, Kilkenny; Mrs. A. Roche, Rathinure, Glenmore; Very Rev. William Heffernan, P..P., Sydney, Australia; Messrs. Stephen Heffernan, Chicago, and Patrick and Nicholas Heffernan, London.

Interment took place in Glenmore cemetery after Office and High Mass in Glenmore Church. The attendances at the removal of remains and funeral were very large and representative.—R.l.P. The remains were received a, St. James’ Church, Glenmore, by Very Rev, W. Brennan, P.P . assisted by Very Rev. W. Canon Murphy, P.P., Rosbercon; Rev. M. Meade, S.J., Dublin; Rev. J. Joyce, C.C., Rosbercon, and Rev. J. Greene, C.C., Clogh. Very Rev. W. Brennan, P.P., officiated at the Funeral Office and High Mass. The celebrant was Rev. M. Meade, S.J.; deacon, Rev. R. Phelan, C.C., Ferrybank; sub-deacon, Rev. J. Duggan, St. Kieran’s College: master of ceremonies, Rev. A. Doyle, C.C., Ferrybank. In the choir were—Very Rev, W. Canon Murphy; Very Rev. J. Hughes, D.D., P.P.; Rev. J. Galavan, C.C., Mullinavat; Rev. B. Mullan, C.C., Tougher; Rev. J. Langton, C.C., Ferrybank; Rev. Fr. Mansfield, 0.S.A., New Ross; Rev. W. Prendiville, 0.5. A., do.; Rev. J. Delaney, New Ross; Rev. J. Dunphy, Chaplain, Belmont; Rev. J. Kennedy, St. Kieran’s College. Very Rev. W. Brennan, P.P., officiated at the interment in the adjoining cemetery. Chief mourners (in addition to those already named) were: Mr. J, Foley, New Ross (son-in-law); Mrs. M. Heffernan, Mrs. P. Heffernan. Mrs. J. Heffernan, and Mrs. T. Heffernan (daughters-in-law) and nieces, nephews and grandchildren. R.I.P.

HENDRICK

Margaret Hendrick née Hanrahan (c. 1918-1997) of Kilbride, Glenmore [Obit in New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 8th of January 1997]

Death of MARGARET KENDRICK (sic). The death took place in Kilkenny Hospital last week of Mrs. Margaret ‘Peg’ Hendrick ‘nee Hanrahan’ Kilbride, Glenmore after a prolonged illness. Funeral from Kilkenny to St. James Church Glenmore. Burial took place in the adjoining cem- etery the following morning after Requiem Mass. The celebrant was Rev. Liam Barron P.P. assisted by Rev. P.J. Cunningham Carmelite Priory Knocktopher. The readings were by her grandchildren, Edel Hendrick, Linda Treacy and Patrick Hendrick.

She was 79 and was predeceased by her husband Patrick who died 13 years ago. Sincere sympathy to her sons James Hendrick, Kilbride, Garret Hendrick, England, her daughters Brigid Treacy, Kilbride and Kathleen Meaney, Ballinerla, Kilmacow, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law, relatives and friends. She was sister of Mrs. Joe Young, Rose Dale, Kilmacow, Mrs. Cissie Woods Ballinooney, Mullinavat and Mrs. Biddy Hartley, New Ross, Co. Wexford. The late Mrs. Hendrick was a devoted Christian, a good neighbour always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. Attendance at the removal of the remains was hampered by adverse weather conditions.

HOYNES

Michael Hoynes (c. 1878 -1945) of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 5 January 1945, p. 6]

            DEATH OF MR. MICHAEL HOYNES—Mr. Michael Hoynes, Ballybrahee, who died on Sunday evening last, was one of the best known residents of Glenmore, Parish, where he was an esteemed figure in farming and sporting circles. Aged 67 years, he was husband of Mrs. Kate Hoynes, Ballybrahee; father of Mr. Phil Hoynes, do.; Rev. John Hoynes, Newcastle-on-Tyne (who was at his father’s bedside at the end), and brother of Rev. Mother Columba, St. John God Convent, Waterford; Mr. Green, Jamestown; Mrs. Kenny, Ballyduff; John Hoynes, Freemantle, Australia; Walter Hoynes, San Francisco, and the late Rev. Maurice Hoynes, Melbourne. He was also relative of Rev. Michael Purcell, Newcastle-on-Tyne.

Deceased, who had been ailing for some months’ past, was a fine type of Irishman, of splendid physique, and in his young days was a prominent footballer, winning the County Senior Championship with his native parish in 1906. He was a great lover of outdoor sports, including hunting, athletic, Gaelic games, etc., whilst he was also a staunch supporter of Sinn Fein after its establishment in 1917. A modern and extensive farmer, he was for many years a valued member of the committee of Glenmore Creamery, and was also a most kindly and charitable neighbour, who was always ready to do a good turn and lend a willing hand to those in need of help.

During his last illness he was attended by Rev. William Brennan, C.C., Glenmore and Dr. Fitzgerald, Rosbercom. The funeral to the local Parish Church on Monday evening was the largest seen in the district for some time and bore striking testimony to the widespread popularity enjoyed by deceased and his family. On Tues. morning Office and High Mass were offered up in Glenmore Church for the repose of the soul of decease the celebrant of Mass being Rev. John Hoynes, Newcastle (son); [followed by a list of 32 priest who assisted, were in the choir or were listed as chanters) Interment took place immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Chief mourners: Mrs. K. Hoynes (widow), Rev. J. Hoynes, Phil Hoynes (sons), Rev. Mother Columba, Mrs. M. Greene, Mrs. M. Kenny (sisters); John Murphy, New Ross; Ml. Greene, Jamestown (brothers-in-law); Pat Greene, do.; Simon Kenny, Ballyhussa; Bro. Malachi Christian Brothers, Belfast; Rev. Fr. LIvinus, O.F.M., Multyfarnham, Westmeath; Laurence, Thomas and Martin Murphy, Sweetmount, Co. Wexford; Miss Nell Murphy, do., Mrs. M. Flynn, do., Sister M. Brigid F.C.J., Dublin (nephews & nieces); John and Mrs. Lonergan, Loughcullen; Micheal Purcell and family, Gaulstown; John and Ellen Purcell, do.; Mrs. P. Greene, Jamestown; Mrs. S. Kenny, Ballyhussa; N. Harney, Ballyduff; Rev. Ed. Purcell, P.P., Rathdowney; Rev. J. O’Shea, Kilkenny; Thomas and Mrs. O’Shea and family, Ardclone; Very Rev. Canon Aylward, P.P., Durrow; John Purcell, MCC. And family Mullinavat; Joyn Hoynes and family, Aylwardstown; James Greene, Shanbogh; Mrs. and Miss Nellie Hoynes, Tramore; Mrs. Power, do.; Michael and Mrs. Hoynes, Ballinamona, Thomastown; O’Keefe family, Crawn; O’Keefe family, Rathcurby; Nicholas and Mrs. O’Keefe, Kilkenny; Walsh family, Ballybrahee; Aylward family, Ballinclare; John and Mrs. Aylward, Glenmore; Mrs. Barry, The Manor, Waterford; Ml and Mrs. Murphy, New Ross; Rd. and Mrs. Duggan Flemingstown; Dan and Mrs. Murphy, Ballybrahee, etc. etc. (relatives and friends). Mass cards were sent by: Mother and Phil; Rev. J. Hoynes (novena); Sister, St. John God, Waterford; Children of Mary, do., schoolchildren, do., Mrs. Kenny; Michael and Margaret Flynn; Simon and Katty Kenny; John and Mrs. Lonergan; Michael Purcell and family; John and Ellen Purcell; Rev. J. O’Shea; Rev. J. Bracken, Chaplain, Faithlegge; Michael and Mrs. Greene; Purcell family, Mullinavat; Aylward family, Ballinclare; O’Shea family, Ardclone; Purcell family, Ballyheneberry; Hoynes family, Ballinamona; N. and Mary O’Keefe, Kilkenny; Duggan family, Flemingstown; Murphy family, Ballybrahee; Walsh family, do; Employees, do.; Doyle family, Rosbercon; Tom Mullins, Dublin. Messages of sympathy were received rom Rev. C. Bergin, Adm., Seir Kieran; Rev. J.J. Murphy, Wexord; Rev. G. O’Sullivan, St. Kieran’s College; Rev. A. O’Dwyer, C.C., Thomastown; Mr & Mrs. Rhatigan, N.T.’s, Cullohill etc. To the bereaved widow, sons and relatives we tender our sympathy.—R.I.P.

Phillip Hoynes (c. 1918-1990) of Ballybrahee, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard on Thursday the 8th of November 1990]

Death of prominent Glenmore farmer–An extensive and progressive South Kilkenny farmer died at his residence last week. He was 72-year-old Philip Hoynes, Ballybrahee, who had been ill only for a short time. A member of a well-known family, he was a member of Glenmore Ploughing Association for many years and was also active in farming organisations. He served in the L.D.F. during the Emergency.

He is survived by his wife, Kathleen (nee O’Connor); by his sons, Michael, London; John, Carriganura; Frank and Gerard, Ballybrahee; by his daughters, Mary Flahavan, Kilmacthomas; Bridget Purcell, Emly, Co. Ti perary; Anna Gormley, Celbridge, Co. Kildare; Margaret Freyne, Kilcullen, Thomastown; Carmel Walsh, Hoodsgrove; and Rita Hoyne, Ballybrahee. He was brother of the late Rev. John Hoyne, C.C., Thomastown, who died some years ago.

Very Rev. L Dunphy, P.P., was celebrant of the Requiem Mass for the repose of his soul at which Rt. Rev. Mons. Paul Fitzgerald, P.P., Thomastown, presided. The attendance also included Canon Philip Madigan, P.P., Gowran; Very Rev. T. O’Connor, P.P., Rathdowney; Rev. L Murphy, 0.F.M., Limerick; Rev. Frank Purcell, C.C.. Mooncoin; Rev. J. A. Power, O.S.A., New Ross; Rev. J. Cosgrave, O.S.A, do.; Fr. Richard Lawless, C.C., do.; Fr. C. Kelly, C.C., Ferrybank. Very Rev. John Carey, P.P., Rosbercon; Rev. James Murphy, C.C., Bennettabridge; Rev. J. Condon, Sacred Heart, Waterford; Very Rev. William Purcell, P.P., Galmoy; Fr. Frawley, P.P., Fews and Kilrossanty; Very Rev. R. Raftice, P.P., Windgap; Bro. James Murphy, Northern Ireland; and the retired P.P. of Glenmore, Fr. Joseph O’Shea. There were exceptionally large attendances at the removal of his remains to Glenmore Church and at the funeral to the adjoining cemetery.

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IRISH

William Irish (c. 1847-1937) native of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 3rd of December 1937, p. 8 and provided by Kelvin Johnson Treacy]

GLENMORE MAN’S DEATH IN U.S.A–The death occurred a couple of weeks ago at Scardsdale, New York, of Mr. Wm. Irish, who was born at Aylwardstown, Glenmore, 90 years ago. Deceased is survived by his wife (nee Kirwan), a native of Scartinmore, Glenmore, four sons and four daughters, namely, John, Thomas, William and Robert (sons) __ and Mary Ann, Stasia, Margaret and Anne (daughters); Another son, James, died a few years ago.

The late Mr. Wm. Irish left Glenmore district close on 50 years ago. Wm. Irish is the last of a family of nine, five brothers and three sisters, all of whom have predeceased him , namely — Michael Irish, Curraghmore, Slieverue; James Irish, Ballinlamy, Glenmore; Robert Irish, Aylwardstown, do; Patk. Irish, Aglish, Carrigeen, Mooncoin, and Thomas Irish, Rathinure, Glenmore (brothers), and Mrs. Peggy Gleeson, Kilmurry, Slieverue; Mrs Thos. Kennedy, Rathinure, Glenmore, and Mrs. John Kearney, Curraghmore, Slieverue (sisters).

He was uncle of Mrs. E. Hartley, Kilmurry, Slieverue; Mrs. Cummins, 15 Quay, Waterford; Peter Kennedy, Rathinure, Glenmore; Mrs. Peter Foskin, Bigwood; John Irish, Ballinlamy, Glenmore; Mrs. M. Aylward, Ballinclare, do; Mrs. William Murphy, Davidstown, do ; Martin Kearney, Drumdowney, Slieverue; the late Murtagh Kearney, Curraghmore, do; Mrs. Edward Vereker, Moonveen, Carrigeen; Mrs. Jas. Grace, Aglish, Carrigeen; Miss Hannah and Katie Irish, of Aglish, now resident in Cork; Mrs. Garda P. O’Donovan, Stradbally, Co. Waterford; John, Wm. and Jas. Irish, Aylwardstown, where the late Wm. Irish was born; Pat Irish, Taghmon. Co. Wexford; Rev. M. Irish, The Presbytery, Bathulest, Sydney, and Mrs. Jas. Doherty, Forristalstown, Glenmore.

He was cousin of James Irish, Aglish; Mrs. Bourke, 9 Avondale Road, Phibsborough, Dublin; the late Michael Irish, of Fanningstown House,
Piltown; the late Patrick and Andrew Irish of Nicholastown, Slieverue, and the late Rev. John Irish of the diocese of Liverpool; Messrs John and Pattie Irish of Rathpatrick; Mrs. Ed. O’Keeffe , Rathcurby House, Mooncoin; John and Patk. Vereker, Ballymountain, Kilmacow; Rd. Gaule, Drumdowney, Slieverue; John Irish, Ballinclare, Glenmore, etc., to all of whom we extend our sympathy.

William “Bill” Irish (1899-1976) native of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Kilkenny People, Fri. 22 Oct. 1976, p. 10]

Mr. William Irish, Melville, Mullinavat, who died unexpectedly at his home, had been associated with the farming life of the district for many years and was also a former well known hurler and footballer at club and county level. From Aylwardstown, Glenmore, he won a county junior football title with his parish in 1919, as well as senior championships in 1921, ’22 and ’23, and was a member of the Kilkenny team which went under to Dublin in the Leinster senior football final at Croke Park in November 1922. It will be recalled that the Dubliners later went on to beat Kerry in the all-Ireland final. Equally adept at hurling, he was on the Glenmore team which defeated a strongly fancied Dicksboro in the Kilkenny county junior final of 1923. The winners comprised Glenmore and Kilmacow. United, and it was one of the surprises of the century when the southern standard bearers, regarded as rank outsiders, had a well merited victory. Such was the surprise at the result that a challenge game was arranged between the teams at the same venue, St. James’s Park, Kilkenny, shortly afterwards for a beautiful set of medals. However, it was during this match that the brilliant career in the Gaelic arena of Bill Irish was brought to an unfortunate end. There was an invasion of the pitch by supporters of the city team, after a stoppage of play, and the Glenmore man was knocked out completely by a kick in the stomach, which troubled him for years subsequently and ended his playing career.

He still continued his great interest in hurling up to the last and was present at the National League game between Cork and Kilkenny in Cork on the day before his death. He was husband of Mrs. Mary Irish ( a member of the Ennett family, Cappagh, Glenmore); father of John Irish, Melville; Bobby Irish, Sydney, Australia; Mrs. Marie Fleming, Ballyrobin, Ferrybank; Mrs. Kathleen Francis, London; Mrs. Margaret Easden, do., and brother of James   Irish, Aylwardstown, Glenmore; Pat Irish, Robinstown, do; the late Right Rev. Monsignor Michael Irish, Kimia, Australia; John Irish, Aylwardstown, and the late Mrs. Molly Doherty, Forristalstown, Glenmore. He was also uncle of John Joe and Seamus Doherty, do; Bertie Doherty, Bellview, Ferrybank; Edward Doherty, Drumdowney, Slieverue; Mrs. Bridie Keating, Terrerath, Co. Wexford; Mrs. Margaret Forristal, Shanbogh, Rosbercon; Mrs. Mary Phelan, Mullinahone, Glenmore; Mrs. Josie Treacy, London; Mrs. Pauline Hennessy, Glenmore; Mrs. P. Buggy, Ard Mhuire, Ferrybank; Mrs. Mary Phelan, Aylwardstown; father-in-law of James Fleming, Robert Francis, Michael Easden, Mrs. John Irish, Mrs. Bobbie Irish, and grandfther of Vanessa, Roy and Shane Irish, Melville; Paul and David Irish, Sydney; William, Joseph, Patrick, Monica and Niall Fleming; Helen and Maarie Francis; John, Paul and James Easden, Interment took place at Bigwood cemetery on Wednesday of last week, following mass at St. Paul’s Church, Bigwood, celebrated by the Dean of Ossory, V. Rev. Canon Hughes P.P., V.F., Mullinavat, and also present were Rev. P. Dalton, C.C., Ferrybank, and Rev. T. Henneberry, C.C., Glenmore. The big attendance included a number of surviving members of the old Glenmore and Kilkenny teams, Representatives of G.A.A. clubs in the south, as well as many relatives, friends and sympathisers.

OLD TEAM—The old Glenmore team, with which the late Bill Irish won a number of county senior championships in the early 1920’s, included the following:

Martin, Paddy and Michael Cody, Weatherstown; Jimmy, Dick and Pat Hanrahan, Glenmore; Andy and Stephen Hefferenan, Aylwardstown; Bill Irish, DO.; Jim and Johnny phelan, Clonassey, Mullinavat; Mick Connolly and Peter Kirwan, Knockbrack; John Doherty, Davidstown; Ned Freyne, Ballyfacey; Paddy Murphy, Ballyveria; John Mullins, Flemingstown; Ned Roche, Rathnure (sic).

The Hurling Team—The Glenmore and Kilmacow United team which beat Dicksboro in the 1923 final was:

Paddy, Jimmy and John Murphy, Jimmy Fitzgerald, Jimmy Hanrahan, Bill Irish, Ritchie Duggan, Martin Cody, Stephen Heffernan (Glenmore); dick Rockett, Tom Williams, Jim Quinn, Eddie McDonald, Tommy O’Neill, Peter Phelan and Jim Cleere (Kilmacow). Seven of the foregoing have since died. Tommy O’Neil was father of the present chairman of Kilkenny Co. Board, Mr. Mick O’Neil, and Stephen Heffernan is now in the U.S.

THE OLD KILKENNY TEAM—The Kilkenny team which played Dublin (later to become all-Ireland champions) in the great Leinster senior football final of 1922 was:

Martin Cody (captain), Andy Heffernan, Pat Hartley, Jim Phelan, Bill Irish, John Fitzgerald, Mick Connolly, Paddy Cody, Jimmy Hanrahan (Glenmore); Pat Dalton, goal (Knocktopher), Tom Brennan, Frank Hughes, Andy Brennan (Cloneen), J. McKenna and Wattie Landy (Cotterstown).

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KELLY

Maura Kelly née Mullally (c. 1925-1999), of Aylwardstown House, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 14th of July 1999]

DEATH OF HORSE BREEDER AND SHOW EXHIBITOR The death occurred suddenly on June 15 at her residence, Aylwardstown House, Glenmore of Maura Kelly (nee Mullally). The removal from her residence to St. James Church on Wednesday and burial took place on Thursday morning after Requiem Mass in the adjoining cemetery. Approaching the church, a guard of honour led by members of the Mullinavat and District Harriers of which the late Maura was a prominent member for many years. The remains were received by Fr. Thomas Murphy, P.P., Glenmore who was on annual leave. Also present were Fr. Michael Collender, 0.S. A., Ballyhaunis; Fr. Igi O’Donovan, Good Council College and Monsignor Paul Fitzgerald, P.P., Thomastown, a native of Glenmore parish. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. Kevin Rice, nephew of the deceased assisted by Rev. Liam Barron, P.P., Mullinavat; Rev. T. Norton, P.P. Rosbercon; Fr. O’Connor, C.C., Rosbercon and Monsignor McEvoy, P.P., Inistioge. Alter servers included her grandson, Paul Kelly. The Readings were by Laura Kelly and Helen Kiersey. The Prayers of the Faithful by James Kelly junior, Alywardstown, James, Edward and Michael Kelly, Killenaule, David Kiersey, all grandchildren. Gavin Ryan, nephew, and Deirdre Bowler, niece. The gifts were brought to the alter by Isabelle, Ivan, Robert, Siobhan, Tom and David, all grandchildren, led by her daughter, Grace. The gifts included a bridle with red rosette; prayer book and beads, The Messenger, reading glasses and a lach of hay. During the Mass music was rendered by the parish choir with Mary Murphy as organist with solo from Essie Mullally who sang ‘How Great Thou Art’.

Sincere sympathy to her husband James, sons Nicholas, Alywardstown, Tom, Killenaule, Co. Tipperary; daughters, Grace Kiersey, Kilmacthomas, Joan Kelly, Dublin and Monica Cairns, Alderton, New Ross. Daughter-in-lawMary and Ann, sons-in-law, John and Patrick and all her grandchildren. Her sisters Jo Prendergast. The Rower, Co. Kilkenny, Nano Murphy, Sheila Ryan, Belmont, Newtown, Wexford, twin brothers Richard Mullally, Davidstown, Glenmore, Thomas Mullally, Busherstown, Glenmore and Seamus Mullally, Listerlin, Tullogher. She was predeceased by her sisters Peggie Laffan, Templemore, Co. Tipperary, Brid Crotty, Kilkenny; sister-in-law, Eugene Laffan and Michael Ryan, and the late Jimmy Prendergast, Richard Crotty, Tom Murphy, Maureen Mullally, Essie Mullally, Breda Mullally.

The late Maura was daughter of the late Tommy and Hannie Mullally (nee Walsh) Davidstown and reached the age of 74 years. The late Maura was a prominent member of the community and especially well known horse breeder and won many prizes for her stock which she exhibited at every show in the country, including Mill Street, Iverk, Piltown and the Dublin Horse Show. She was on the committee of the Mullinavat Harriers and a member of the Kilkenny Hunt. She did excellent work for the blind and held the annual church gate collection for funds. Ar Dheis de go raibh si.

Nicholas J. Kelly (c. 1872-1939), of Aylwardstown, Glenmore [NEW ROSS STANDARD on Friday the 1st of December 1939]

MR. NICHOLAS J. KELLY, AYLWARDSTOWN HOUSE, GLENMORE. The death occurred on the 24th inst, at his residence, Aylwardstown House, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, of Mr. Nicholas J. Kelly. The late Mr. Kelly, who was father of Mr Thomas Kelly, B.E. B.Sc.. Deputy County Surveyor, and Engineer, Kilkenny County Health Board, and of Mr. James Kelly, Aylwardstown House, the highly popular and energetic Secretary of the Glenmore Ploughing Association, was one of the best-known personalities in Co. Kilkenny, and also enjoyed a wide popularity in the adjoining Counties of Wexford, Waterford and Carlow. He was member of a prominent and universally esteemed County Kilkenny family, well-known in the professional, industrial and social life.

He had been for a number of years a Justice of the Peace and during his time on the bench he won the golden opinions of his brother magistrates by his great intellect and broadmindedness and the warm appreciation of the public by the very considerate way in which he regarded cases that came before the court. He always made the widest allowance for human frailty, and tempered justice with the utmost mercy. Many a defendant had good reason to be deeply grateful to him for the exercise of such noble principles.

He was also a highly esteemed member of the Glenmore Co-Op Creamery. The noble qualities which distinguished him in administrative activity were also reflected in his private life. In word and act he always displayed the true Christian gentleman, and it is little wonder that he commanded the most profound esteem of every class and creed. He was gifted with a great intellect, was highly educated and could discuss with a profundity of knowledge almost every subject. Though he never took an active part in public life his views on national or social problems were always respected. He was a faithful son of Holy Church, and fashioned his whole life’s activities on the solid foundation of religion. His illness was tempered with a resignation that was most exemplary and expressive of the exemplary Christian.

His passing evoked universal regret amongst all sections of the public, and feelings of the deepest sympathy with his wife and members of his family. It is interesting to recall that the late Cardinal Wiseman of England celebrated Mass in Aylwardstown  House whilst on a visit to a gentleman named Strange, who then owned it, and following whose demise it was purchased by Mr. Kelly’s father. The remains were taken to Glenmore Parish Church on Saturday, and were accompanied by a big concourse of people from near and far. The interment took place in the local cemetery immediately after last Maas on Sunday, the prayers at the graveside being said by ‘Very Rev. J. Cadogan. P.P., assisted by the Rev. W. Brennan. C.C. There was an enormous attendance of people present from various places in the Counties of Kilkenny, Wexford, Waterford and Carlow, amongst whom were several representatives of the medical, legal, engineering. agricultural, and commercial classes, and representatives of the public bodies in the four counties. The officials of the Kilkenny Co. Council and Co. Health Board, including Mr. Hart, Solicitor, Co. Council: Mr. Thos. Drew Sec., do.; Mr. Thos, Tracy, Sec. Health Board; Mr. J. Walsh, do. There were numerous Mass cards, and wreaths from various quarters, and several telegrams and letters of sympathy.

The chief mourners were—Mrs Nora Kelly (wife), Mr. T. Kelly, B.E., B.Sc.. Deputy Surveyor, Co. Council and Engineer Kilkenny Co. Health Board, and Mr. James Kelly, Avlwardstown House (sons) ; Mrs Marguerite Rice (daughter); Mrs Thomas Kell (daughter-m-law); Mr. Frank Rice – (son-in-law); Mr. T. E. S. White, B.E.. Wakefield, Yorkshire (nephew): Mr. Geo. Dooley, H.C., U.D.C. Hloodsgrove, New Ross (brother- in-law), Dr. Fanny Dooley, Dublin (sister-in-law); Mrs. P. Coady, Garraandarragh (sister-in-law); Messrs. T. Barron, Ballyrobbin;  and Martin Barron (Carroll and Co. Waterford), (brothers-in-law) ; Mrs. Fielding, Merchant, South Parade, Waterford (sister-in-law); Mr. T. Barron, Passage Road (nephew); Miss B. Fielding (niece); Mr. W. Mullins, Doninga, Mrs. E. J. Delahunty, Kilkenny, Mrs. T. Gahan, Tinnahinch; Mrs. Bolger, Old Grange (cousins). At the Office and High Mass for his soul in Glenmore Parish Church on Monday, Very Rev. J. Cadogan, P.P., Glenmore, presided; celebrant, Rev. W. Brennan. C. C., do.; deacon, Rev, Fr. Barron, Bishop’s Secretary; sub-deacon, Rev. P. Mackey. C.C., Ballyhale; chanters, Rev. Fr. Hally, C.0., Ferrybank, and Rev. Fr. Doyle C.C., Slieverue. In the choir were.—Very Rev. Canon Brennan, P.P., Slieverue; Very Rev. Canon Coghlan, P.P.. Rosbercon; Very Rev. Wm. Murphy, P.P. Borris; Rev. P. Nolan. CC., Tullogher; Rev. M. Drea, C.C., Mullinavit; Rev. Fr. Corcoran, C.C., Clontubrit. R.I.P.

Patrick Kelly, (c. 1885- 1919) [Inquest details published in the Munster Express on Saturday the 12^th of April 1919]

GOODS CHECKER’S SAD DEATH—An inquest was held on Thursday by Dr. Kennedy, Deputy Coroner, touching the death of Patrick Kelly, Doyle street, a native of Glenmore, who died suddenly in the public lavatory near the Clock Tower on the Quay the previous evening. He was a checker employed by the Clyde Shipping Co., and left the Jetty that evening, telling his comrades he would be back in a few minutes. He was afterwards discovered prostrate on the floor of the

Johanna Kelly deposed she was a sister of deceased, who was 34 years of age and unmarried. She identified the body as that of her brother. She last saw him alive on Friday in Gladstone street. She never remembered him to be ill. On hearing of his death the previous evening she visited the morgue and saw his dead body lying there.

Mary Jane Flynn stated she was a niece of the deceased, who lived in her father’s house at No. 4 Doyle street, for the past three years. She remembered him on Wednesday going to work at six a.m. He returned to his breakfast at nine, and left again for his work at ten o’clock. Witness saw him again at 1 p.m., and he left the house at 1:45 p.m. after his dinner. He was then in his usual health and did not complain of being unwell. During the past three years he was in witness’s house. She never knew him to be ill or to complain of ill-health. Deceased was employed by the Clvde Shipping Co.

Michl. Quinn, Green street, Waterford, deposed he was a labourer in the employment of the Clyde Snipping Co. at Waterford. He knew deceased, Patrick Kelly, and was working with him on Wednesday up to dinner time. He returned at two p.m. and told witness he was going to the water closet near the clock on the quay. He did not complain of any illness. That was the last time he saw him alive. He next saw him dead in the lavatory at 2.30 p.m.

Coroner—Did he return to work?

Witness—Yes, and told me to fix up the ladders, that he was going to the lavatory and would be back in a few minutes. He appeared to witness to be in good health when leaving for his dinner and on his return to work.

Patk. Gleeson, Peter street, deposed that he was a labourer. He remembered the previous day about 2.35 p.m., when he went into the lavatory on the quay. He tried the first lavatory door when he went in to see if it was opened. It would not yield fully, and then he noticed deceased inside, stretched on the floor. He looked through the hole in the door and came to the conclusion he was dead. He went out immediately to report the matter to Sergeant O’Connell.

Sergt. O’Connell deposed that he was on duty at the quay the previous day when the last witness reported to him that he thought there was a man dead in the lavatory. Witness went to the lavatory, looking through the hole in the door he saw the body of deceased lying on the floor. He appeared to be quite dead. The witness reported the matter to Clyde Company, and Dr. Jackman was telephoned for at once. Someone also ran for a priest. Witness remained until the doctor arrived, and had the body removed to the morgue.

Dr. Jackman stated he got a telephone message from Mr. O’Gannan’s Medical Hall asking him to go up to the lavatory on the quay, as it was believed there was a man dead there. He proceeded there immediately and went into the lavatory, where he found the body of a man, dead, lying on his right side. From a superficial examination, he believed the cause of death was syncope, or heart failure. That day he made a further examination of the body, and found no marks of violence.

In reply to a juror, the Coroner said that death was scarcely due to a strain. He was employed as a checker of goods by the company. A Clyde Company representative was present, and said the company deeply sympathised with the deceased’s relatives. Deceased was a very good worker, and they were very sorry to hear of his death. The Coroner said death was no doubt due to natural causes, although it was seldom they knew of a young man to be seized by heart ailments. The jury returned a verdict in accordance with the medical evidence, and expressed sympathy with the relatives of the deceased.

KIRWAN

Ellen Kirwan née Manning (c. 1908-1999) of Rochestown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 17th of January 1999]

DEATH OF MRS. ELLEN KIRWAN–The death occurred at her residence Rochestown, Glenmore on Monday, l4th December of Ellen “Ellie” Kirwan, aged 91. She was wife of the late Thomas Kirwan who died some 20 years ago. She was daughter of the late Edward and Margaret Manning, Kearney Bay, Glenmore. She was the oldest and the last surviving member of that family. She was predeceased by her sister Mary and brothers Martin and Paddy. The late Ellie was well known, loved and respected. A person gifted with a warm and friendly disposition, was known far and wide for the welcome she accorded to everyone who visited her home. Ellen was a quiet and sincere person with a great faith and strong religious beliefs. She saw many changes down the years in both Church and State. She was blessed with a great memory and was admired up to her death for her ability to trace families and events of bygone days. She could recall the laying of the railway line between New Ross and Waterford and lived to see its closure in recent years. Her late father and brothers worked all their life with CIE. With her passing goes lots of knowledge and history of her local area. Her remains were re- moved on Tuesday evening to St. James Church, Glenmore where they were received and blessed by Rev. Dan Cavanagh PP. Burial took place on Wednesday in the adjoining cemetery following concelebrated Mass by Fr. Dan Cavanagh PP and Fr. Liam Barron PP. The readings were by Thomas Gahan “neighbour and close friend”, Una Kirwan,grand daughter. Prayers of the faithful by Thomas and Edward Manning, nephews, Margaret Boyle and Rita Manning, nieces and Elaine Kearns, granddaughter, Bronagh Kearns, great grand daughter. Gifts were brought to the altar by Jer Kirwan and Keith Kirwan, grandsons. The organist was Mrs. Betty Dalton and the local choir beautifully rendered some of her favourite hymns. She is survived by her daughter Alice, Rochestown, son Willie, Mooncoin, daughter in law Margo, grand daughters, Elaine Kearns, Una Kirwan, Mooncoin, Sharon, USA, Deirdre, Waterford, grandsons Jer and Keith Mooncoin. Also her great grandchildren, Bronagh, Dearbhla, Thomas and Aaron, nieces, nephews and extended Kirwan and Manning families RIP.

Noel Kirwan (1951-1976) native of Scartnamore, Glenmore [Obituary in the Waterford News & Star, Fri. 5 Nov. 1976, p. 1]

Young Man Dies in Road Accident—A young Glenmore man lost his life and two Co. Waterford brothers were seriously injured when the van in which they were travelling went off the main Mallow-Killarney road near Ballymaquirke Cross, Banteer, and collieded with tar barrels before crashing ionto the pier of a gate on Saturday night last.

The man who died was Noel Kirwan (34) refrigeration engineer, with Southern Refrigeration Ltd., and a native of Scartnamore, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny. H had been married only recently.

Two brothers, Richard Walsh (27) and Declan (21) from Adamstown, Kilmeaden, Co. Waterford, who were passengers in the vehicle, were seriously injured. Both were taken to Mallow County Hospital, but later Richard was flow by Air Corps helicopter to Dun Laoghqire Rehabilitation Cenrte suffering from severe spinal injuries.

The van was travelling from the Kerry direction when it left the road just beyond a bridge on the Mallow side of Ballymaquirke Cross, the scene of many fatal and other accidents in the past. Ardai and firemen from Kanturk had to free the drive and one o the passengers from the vehicle.

The removal of the remains took place to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Ferrybank, on Monday night last, and was accompanied by one of the largest corteges of sympathisers ever seen in the parish. The remains were received and blessed at the Church by Rev. Fr. McGrath, P.P., Ferrybank, Rev. Fr. Dalton and Fr. Moore, C.C., Ferrybank.

Tuesday, there was a Requiem Mass concelebrated by Fr. C. Scanlon, Ballybricken, with the priests of the Sacred Heart Parish. The funeral then took place to Glenmore Cemetery where Fr. J. O’Shea, P.P., Glenmore, Fr. Hennebry, C.C., Do., Fr. Con Kelleher, P.P., St. Paul’s Waterford, and Fr. P. Moore, C.C., Ferrybank, officiated at the graveside.

The deceased was employed with Southern Refrigeration for the past 8 years. A keen motor enthusiast, he was a member of the Carrick-on-Suir Motor Club, and he was also a collector of vintage cars. He is survived by his wife, Dervilla, by his parents, his twin brother Tom, and his second brother Jim.

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Peggie Laffan née Mullally, native of Davidstown, Glenmore [Obit Gorey Guardian on Wednesday the 4th of June 1997]

MRS PEGGIE LAFFAN–The death occurred recently rather suddenly of Mrs. Peggie Laffan (nee Mullally), Kilclareen, Templemore, Co. Tipperary. A native of Davidstown, Glenmore, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Hannie Mullally (nee Walsh) and was one of a large family of six girls and five boys, of which two boys died young. Sincere sympathy to her husband, daughter Anne, sisters Brid Crotty Kilkenny, Nano Murphy Brittaus, Graignamanagh, Maire Kelly, Aylwardstown House, Glenmore, Sile Ni Rian, Wexford, Jo Prendergast, Garranvabby, brothers Richard Mullally, Davidstown, Glenmore, Thomas Mullally, Busherstown, Glenmore and Seamus Mullally, Listerlin, Tullogher. Peggie will long be remembered. She was an ‘all’ woman and could turn her hand to any job in the house or on the farm. From her early years she was interested in all farm animals and all farm machinery. She was a noted blood stock enthusiast and attended shows all over the country but her main claim to fame was that she was crowned Queen of the Plough on no less than two occasions in the early 50s. She led the Parade up and down O’Connell St., Dublin on the occasion of the Railway Cup. This feat was never equalled and never surpassed. Large crowds from her native parish of Glenmore attended the funeral, Mass and burial. She is mourned by many nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and all her friends and neighbours. An article concerning Peggy and her title was published on the blog on 2 October 2022.

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MEANEY

Fr. Patrick Meaney, Parish Priest of Glenmore [Obituary, New Ross Standard, Friday the 30th of September 1904]

GLENMORE. The funeral obsequies of the late lamented Father Patrick Meaney, Pastor of Glenmore, were held on Thursday, 22nd September, prior to interment, when there was a large gathering of clergy and laity present to offer their united prayers for the peaceful repose of the good father, whom it pleased God to take away. The deceased, it may be observed, had a distinguished collegiate course, and after being ordained in Maynooth, laboured successively in the important parishes of Clara, Tullaroan, Castlecomer and Mullinavat from which latter he was promoted to the pastoral charge of Borris-in-Ossory whence he was translated about eight years ago to the pastorate of Glenmore.

At the solemn Office and High Mass the Very Rev. Canon Phelan. P.P., V.F., presided. The chanters at the solemn Office were—The Rev. James Murphy, C.C., Mooncoin, and the Rev. John Dollard, C.C., St. Mary’s, Kilkenny. The celebrant of the Mass was the Rev. R. Aylward. C.C.. St. Mary’s, Kilkenny; deacon, Rev. M. White C.C., Rosbercon; sub-deacon, Rev. W. Hoyne, C.C., St. Patrick’s, Kilkenny; master of ceremonies, Rev. James Brennan, C.C., Mooncoin. In the choir were—Very Rev. Michael Canon Kavanagh, P.P,V.F., D.D., New Ross; Very Rev. J. Canon. Raftis, P.P.. Mullinavat; Very Rev. J. Canon Holohan, P.P., Rosberoon; Rev. Peter Nolan, P.P., Inistioge; Rev. J. Costigan, P.P., Kilmacow; Rev. Joseph Murphy, C.C.. Mooncoin; Rev. W. Delaney. CC., Ferrybank Rev. P. Freaney, C.C.. do.; Rev. J. Bergin, C.C., Slieverue: Rev. W. Paddle, C.C., Kilmacow; Rev. J. Lougrey,Rev. E. Purcell, Rev. P. Drennan, C.C.. Mullinavit: Rev. J. Mullins. C.C., Windgap; Rev. P. Brennan, C.C. Rosbercon;  Rev. M. Hoyne, C.C.’, St. Patrick’s; Rev. J. Hennebery. C.C., Inistioge; Rev. P. Keoghan, CC.. Owning; Rev. W. Connolly. C.C., Tullow;Rev. P. Carrigan, C.C..,Callan; Rev. J. Cahill, C.C., Ballyragget ; Rev. T. Bowe, Diocesan Inspector; Rev. P. Walshe, P.P. Aghabole; Very Rev. Father Furlong, 0.S. A., New Ross; Rev. J. Henebery, Chaplain, Workhouse, Kilkenny: Rev. Laurence Walsh, Danesfort; Rev. E. Murphy, C.C. Rower; Rev. J. Brady: C.C., St. John’s: Very Rev, J. Crotty, 0.P., Kilkenny; Rev. J. Carroll,C.C., St. Canice’s; Rev. J. 0’Shea, C.C.. Theasastown; V Rev. W. Canon Brennan, P.P.. Rathdowney; Very Rev. J. Doyle, P.P., Ballyhale: Very Rev. J. Canon Doyle. P.P.. V.F.. St. Canice’s; Rev. J. Birch. C.C. Ballyragget; Rev. W. Casein, P.P., Gowran; Rev. R. Geoghan, Adm., St. Patrick’s; Rev. James Comerford; Rev. W. Carrigan, C.C. Darrow : Very Rev. M. Canon Barry, P.P. Ballyragget; Rev. J. Ryan, C.C. Gowran; Very Rev. Pater Doyle, P.P., Windgap; Rev. T. Brennan, C.C.. Ballyhale; Very Rev. Tobias Canon Walsh, P.P. Freshford; Very Rev . J. Howe, P.P., Thomastown, Rev. W. Walsh. C. C., Glenmore; Rev. F. Slattery; 0.C.C., Knocktopher: Rev. F. Francis. 0.S.F., Kilkenny; Rev. Aiden McCormack, C.C., New Ross; Rev. F. Hennessy, 0.S. A., do; Rev. Thomas Quigley, C.C., do.; Rev. Thomas Murphy, do.

McDONALD

Catherine McDonald (1894-1934) née Phelan, native of Coolnaleen, Glenmore [Obit Munster Express on Friday the 4th of March 1934]

Death of Mrs. McDonald—With feelings of profound regret we announce the demise of Mrs. Catherine McDonald, wife of Mr. Peter McDonald, which sad event occurred at her residence at Dangan, Kilmacow, on Thursday evening of last week, after a short illness. Deceased had been complaining only since Easter, and since then she had the constant attention of Drs. M.P. and Val Coghlan, Newrath. On Thursday evening she was in her usual good spirits and was conversing with members of the household when she had a sudden heart attack and the end came with startling suddenness. She had been attended by Rev. Dr. Doyle, C.C., Kilmacow during her last illness, and she passed to her eternal reward fortified by the rites of the Catholic Church of which she was a most exemplary and ardent devotee. The news of her passing was learned of with sincere regret throughout the district where she had enjoyed widespread popularity since her advent to the parish six years ago.

A native of Coolnaleen, Glenmore, the late Mrs. McDonald came of a widely-connected South Kilkenny family and was sister to Rev. John Phelan, C.C., St. Patrick’s Lithagow, Sydney, Australia, and Sister Mary St. Bonaventure, Good Shepherd Convent, Belary, India. A kind and devoted wife, a loving mother and generous and big-heartd neighbour she possessed all the vital qualities that combine to make a lovable personality, and her untimely end at an early age will be sadly felt by the bereaved husband and two little children aged 4 and 2 years. The funral to Kilmacow on Saturday morning was of large dimensions, being representative of the local parish, Glenmore and other South Kilkenny areas, as well as Waterford City. Requiem Office and high Mass were offered up in the parish Church, of which the celebrant was Rev. Wm. Murphy C.C., Kiloganny; deacon, Rev. W. Brennan, C.C., St. Mary’s Kilkenny’ sub-deacon, Rev. M. Doyle, C.c., Slieverue; master of ceremonies Rev. J. Brady, Chaplain, Belmont.

In the choir were: Rev. N. Hennessy, P.P., Kilmacow; Rev. Dr. Doyle C.C., do;  Rev. C. Kennedy chaplain, St. Joseph’s College, do; Rev. Ed. Brennan P.P., Ferrybank; Rev. P. Hally, C.C., do; Rev. J. Madden, P.P., Mullinavat; Rev. P. Darcey, C.C., do. The interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery amidst ever manifestation of since regret. The chief mourners were: Mr. Peter McDonald, Dangan  (husband); Mr. Patrick Phelan, Coolnaleen (brother); Mrs. Phelan and family, do; Mr. Ed Roche, do; Mr. Patk. McDonald, Dangan; Mr & Mrs. Patrick Walsh, Ballymountain; Mr and Mrs Wm. Walsh, Pollrone; Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Walsh, Bigwood; Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Roche, Ballyhobuck, Glenmore; Mr. and Miss Stasia Forristal, Glenmore; Mr and Mrs. James Roche, Weatherstown, do; Mr. Andrew and the Misses Mary and Johanna Hogan, Inistioge; Mrs. Dreelan, Ballycurran; Mr. John Ryan, do.’ Mr. John and Miss Stasia Cody, do.; Mr. Thomas and Miss Bridie Butler, Parkestown, Glenmore; Mr. Walter Merry, Ballincrea; Mr. and Mrs. Barron, Waterford; Mrs McCarthy, Newmarket; Mrs. Curran, ex-N.T., Glenmore; Rev. Wm. Murphy, C.C., Kilmoganny; Mr. & Mrs. Patk. Murphy, Gorrue; Mr. & Mrs. Ml. Murphy, Newmarket; Mr. & Mrs. Rd. McDonald, Ballinerla; Mr. & Mrs. Peter McDonald, Ballynooney; Mrs Cassin, Ballygerdra; Mr Jas. and Miss Ellie Doody, Grannagh Knock; Messrs. William, John and Miss Ellen Flynn, Dunkitt; Mr. & Mrs. Peter Brennan, Ashgrove; Mr. Michael Hurley, poastmaster, and Mrs. Hurley, Kilmacow; Mr. John Hurley, Rossinan; Miss Lizzie O’Shea, Harristown, Mr. Ed and Miss Katty Walsh, Aglish; Mr. & Mrs. James Roche, and Miss Kitty Roche, Ullid, Kilmacow, etc., etc. (relatives and friends). The district Comhairle Ceanntair F.F. was represented by Mr. T. Quinlan, Co. C., P.C. (Chairman) and Mr. Peter Whelan (Treasurer). The local Cumann was represented by Messrs. W. Dunphy, P. Conway, P. White, etc. R.I.P.

In a near and silent graveyard,
Where the trees their branches wave
Sleeps a young and loving mother
In her cold and silent grave.
She bade no one a last farewell,
She raised her hand to none,
Her spirit flew before we knew
That she from us was gone.

[CORRECTED 18 Oct. 2020–Marriage record, Kate Phelan, of Coolnaleen married Peter McDonald of Dangon, Kilmacow at Glenmore Church on the 28th of Sept. 1927. Kate was the daughter of Thomas Phelan. Catherine was born on the 25th of January 1891 to Thomas Phelan ( -1930) and Bridget Phelan née Gahan (c. 1858-1926). The death register provides that Kate died on the 26th of April 1934, at Dangon and her husband Peter McDonald was with her at the time of her death. She was recorded as being 39 years of age at the time of her death when she was actually 43.]

MERNAGH

John “Jack” Mernagh (c. 1855-1911) of Ballyverneen, Glenmore [Inquest in the Weekly Freeman’s Journal, Sat. 16 Sept. 1911, p. 2]

New Ross, Saturday. Today an inquest was held at Ballyvernee, near New Ross, on a ganger on the D. and S.E. Railway named John Mernagh who was killed whilst working on a threshing machine. Deceased was father of a large family and was working on the machine at 10 o’clock at night when he got caught and his leg was torn off. He died half an hour later. The Coroner criticised the continuance of threshing operations late at night, and said that during the past week four deaths occurred in the Co. Kilkenny at threshings. They might be due to the carelessness of the parties, but still there was no excuse for threshing late at night, especially in this fine weather. The jury returned a verdict that death was caused by shock and hemorrhage.

John “Jack” Mernagh (c. 1855-1911) of Ballyverneen, Glenmore [Report of Inquest in the New Ross Standard, Fri. 15 Sept. 1911, p. 15]

THRESHING FATALITY NEAR NEW ROSS. MAN ACCIDENTALLY KILLED—CORONER CRITICISES LATE THRESHING AND DRINK

On Saturday Dr. Walsh, coroner for South Kilkenny, held an inquest at Ballyverneen, near Glenmore, county Kilkenny, touching the death of John Mernagh, who was engaged as a ganger with the Dublin and South-Eastern Railway Company. It appears that after his day’s work on the railway he he went to help(?) threshing. The following jury were sworn.:— Messrs. Patrick Fitzgerald (foreman), Bartholomew Holden, Thos. Forrestal, D.C.; Patrick Forrestal, Daniel Dowling, John Doherty, John Keefle, John Mullally, D.C.; Patrick Grant, John Hanrahan, Wm. Walsh, James Hanrahan and   P. Hartley. Sergeant Kirby, Glenmore, and Constable Collins were present on behalf of the constabulary.

The Evidence.

Patrick Mernagh, son of the deceased, identified the body as that of his father. He (witness) was in Mr. Forrestal’s haggard and saw his father feeding the threshing machine there about a quarter to ten o’clock on Thursday night. His father was not under the influence of drink. He was not accustomed to the work be was engaged at. Immediately after the accident he (witness) saw him lying on his face on the mill of the machine. He died within half an hour. They did not send for a doctor. In answer to Sergeant Kirby, witness said the night was not really dark, but the moon was going down. Thomas Purcell, Forrestalstown, deposed that he was assisting at the feeding of the machine at Mr. Forrestal’s Thursday night, and was on top of the mill with deceased. Something got into the mill that made noise, and they stood aside fearing that it would fly out. John Mernagh was feeding, but he got up and witness took his place. He was kicking the corn towards witness and towards the beaters, and when turned round he saw the deceased man in the drum. Witness asked him if his hands were hurt, and he said not. but that his legs were caught. With assistance witness pulled him out, and they shouted to the driver to stop, who stopped when he heard them shouting. Nobody could have struck against the deceased. He slipped. The occurrence was purely an accident. It was a moonlight night, and was bright at the time. Dr. Dwyer, New Ross, said that on examination he found the left leg of the deceased torn off about four inches about (sic) the knee. The causes of death were shock and hemmorhage. A doctor would require to be on the spot at the time of the accident to be of any assistance to the deceased. Coroner’s Address. Addressing the jury, the Coroner said it was evident the man’s death was purely accidental, but he wished to draw their attention to the fact that during the past week four deaths from threshing machine accidents had taken place in the county Kilkenny, one at Jenkinstown, one at Piltown, one where a young man had died in the infirmary in Kilkenny, and the present case. It might be due to want of caution on the part of the people themselves, but whatever it was there was little or no excuse for late threshing during the present weather.  Of course, there were exceptional years. He did not mean to say they had not  enough of light. Deceased was not under the influence of drink. It was not always drink had caused accidents but oftentimes they result from carelessness on the part of the people themselves, which nobody could avoid. Late threshing and drink should be done away with, and sooner or later, he might tell, something would be done in that county to prevent both. In the case before them there was no blame to the driver or to anybody else, so far as he could see. It was very probably a little carelessness on the part of the man himself, as a very little thing might cause an accident. He was sure they would all agree with him that the occurrence was purely accidental.

The Verdict.

The jury returned a verdict in accordance with the medical testimony, and expressed sympathy with deceased’s family. Several members of the jury paid a high tribute to his many good qualities. He was father of twelve and he was a native of the Bree district.

MULLALLY

Johanna Mullally née Walsh (c.1898 –1983) of Davidstown, Glenmore [Obit New Ross Standard on Friday the 11th of March 1983]

MRS. JOHANNA MULLALLY, Glenmore–It is with deep regret that we record the passing of Mrs. Johanna Mullally, Davidstown, Glenmore, whose death occurred on Monday, 28th February, at Ardkeen Hospital, after a brief illness. She was aged 85 years and was predeceased by her husband, Thomas. Deceased, who was a native of the Glenmore area, being the former Johanna Walsh of Rochestown, was a gentle and good natured lady and was liked and respected in the farming, political and sporting life, and she inspired her sons and daughters to carry on that tradition. The family is associated with cattle breeding, show-jumping and hunting and her sons, Ritchie and Tommy have won county and All-Ireland Ploughing championships. She was mother of Richard Mullally, Davidstown, Glenmore; Thomas Mullally, Busherstown; Seamus Mallally, Listerlin, Tullogher; Mrs. Maura Kelly, Aylwardstown, Glenmore; Mrs. Johanna Prendergast, Garranavabbey The Rower; Mrs. Breda Crotty, Patrick Street, Kilkenny; Mrs. Peggy Laffan, Templemore, Tipperary; Mrs. Ann Murphy, Inistioge; Mrs. Sheila Ryan, Belmont, Newtown, Wexford. She had 45 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

The remains were removed to St James’ Church, Glenmore, and were received by Rev. Timothy Fr. O’Connor. PP, Glenmore. Fr. O’Connor also celebrated the Requiem Mass and he was assisted by Fr. Robert Prendergast, Kildare, who was a brother of deceased’s son-in-law, James Prendergast. Among the clergy present were Fr. Martin Campion, St. Kieran’s, Kilkenny; Fr Dick Phelim, Castletown, Laois; Fr. Paul Fitzgerald, Kilkenny; Fr. Crotty, and Fr. L. Purcell (do); Fr. Liam Cuddihy, San Diego, USA.; Fr. Grace, PP, Inistioge; Fr. Coonan, PP, The Rower; Fr. John Casey, PP, Rosbercon. Also present were Sr. Margaret, Maeve and Joan Treacy, who are on the Missions. The Lessons at the Mass were read by deceased’s granddaughter Caroline Prendergast, and by her grandson, Victor Mullally. The altar boys for the funeral Mass were her grandsons. A lovely tradition took place when she was carried shoulder high to her resting place by six or her grandsons. R.I.P.

MULLINS

Bridget Mullins (c. 1865 -1939) native of Gaulstown, Glenmore [Obit in the NEW ROSS STANDARD on Friday the 7th of April 1939]

MISS BRIDGET MULLINS, GLENMORE- The death occurred on the 28th ultimo (sic), at the residence of her nephew, Mr. Patrick Hanrahan, merchant, Glenmore, of Miss Bridget Mullins, a native of Gaulstown.  The deceased was member of a,  prominent and very extensively connected Co. Kilkenny family, many of whose  members are well-known in commercial, professional and agricultural circles. She was aunt of Mr. P. Hanrahan, merchant,  Glenmore, and of the firm of Messrs Furlong and Hanrahan, New  Ross; of Mr. Richard Hanrahan, of the drapery firm of Messrs. Holden and Hanrahan,  North St.; of Mr. James Hanrahan,  merchant North St. New Ross; of . Mr. Ml. Hanrahan, New York, who was manager the Irish-American football team that visited the Tailtean Games in Dublin some years ago, and of Mr. John Hanrahan, another highly esteemed Gael in the States. She was connected with several prominent families in the county and was possessed of many personal qualities. Her kindness and generosity were attested on every occasion that called for the exercise of charity, and her whole life was a practical evidence of a model Christian. Her last moments were expressive of that sincere piety and resignation which were notable features of her daily life. The funeral after High Moss and Office in Glenmore Pariah Church was of huge dimensions, people of various avocations being present from all parts of the county and from the adjoining counties of Wexford, Waterford and Carlow.

The chief mourners were—Messrs. Patrick, Richard and James Hanrahan, merchants; Thos. Mullins merchant, Thomastown; Thos. Mullins, Ballyogan House, Co. Wicklow, (nephews); Mrs. Bookle, merchant, Thomastown; Miss Mullins, do. (nieces); Miss Mullins, Flemingstown; Mr. Nic.  Mullins, do.; Mrs. Reilly, merchant, Thomastown; Mr. James Reilly, Kylemore; Mr. Denis Hanrahan, Coolroe; Miss Mary Hanrahan, do.; Mr. Patk.  Hanrahan, Brownswood; Mrs. Walsh, merchant, Mullinavat; Mr. Jn. Walsh, do.; Mrs. Richd. Walsh, Mullinavat, etc. At the High Mass and Office  the Very Rev. Father Corrigan,  P.P., Glenmore, presided; celebrant,  Rev. William Brennan, C.C., Glenmore;  deacon, Rev. G. Loughry, C.C.,  Rosbercon; sub-deacon, Rev. M. Drea, C.C. Mullinavat; chanters, Very Rev.  L. Coghlan, P.P., Rosbercon, and Rev.  P J. Nolan, C.C., Tullogher. In the choir.—Very Rev. Jas. Comerford, P.P. Mullinavat; Rev. T. Heffernan, C.P.,  Belfast; Very Rev. Father Veale, Prior  Augustine Church, New Ross; Very Rev. Father Donnolly, do; Very Rev. Father  Roche, do. The interment took place in Glenmore cemetery. R.I.P. [Editor’s Note: Per the Death Register—Bridget Mullins of Glenmore, spinster, age 74, died on the 28^th of March. Mary Hanrahan was present at her death.]

Felix Mullins (c. 1847-1919) of Flemingstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Waterford News & Star, Fri. 7 Feb. 1919, p. 8]

It is with deep regret we heard, subsequent to going to press last week, of the death of Mr. Felix Mullins, Flemingstown, which occurred on Friday, 24^th Ult., in his 72^nd year. The remains were conveyed to and deposited in Glenmore Parish Church on Saturday afternoon, the funeral taking place immediately after last Mass on Sunday. There were few men, if any, more widely known and deeply respected than the deceased, and this was evidenced by the vast concourse assembled in the precincts of the churchyard and graveside.

An old acquaintance observed that staunch friends from Carlow, Wexford, Waterford, Tipperary, and remote districts of Kilkenny were present in goodly numbers.

The chief mourners were: Mr. and Mrs. T. Terry (brother-in-law and sister); Mr. and Mrs. M. Stapleton (brother-in-law and sister) and family; Mrs. J. Garvey (sister) and family; Mrs. K. Mullins (sister-in-law); Mr. M. Hassett (brother-in-law); Messrs J. and P. Hassett (nephews); Messrs. J. and W. Mullins (brothers); Miss E. Mullins (sister); Mr. and Mrs. D. Murphy (niece); Mrs. and Mr. T. Terry junior (nephew); Mr. and Mrs. John Dowley (niece); Mr. James Fox (nephew); Mr. and Mrs. Cooney, Carrick-on-Suir,

Office and High Mass took place at Glenmore Church on Monday, a large congregation being present. The following clergy attended: Rev. Fr. Holahan, P.P., Glenmore; Re. Fr. Cotty, C.C., do.; Rev. Fathers Bergin, Hughes and Darcy, Slieverue; Rev. Fathers Phelan and Fitzpatrick, C.C., Rosbecon; Rev. Father Dowley, Adm., St. John’s Waterford; Rev. Michael Dowley, C.C., Cathedral, Waterford.

Kieran Mullins (1852-1912) native of Flemingstown, Glenmore [Obit in the New Ross Standard, Fri. 3 May 1912, p. 4]

OBITUARY MR. KERIAN MULLINS, BALLYGARRON, WATERFORD. The death took place on Monday, 22nd inst., in the City and County Infirmary, Waterford, of Mr. Kerian Mullins, who was connected with some of the oldest and most respected families in the counties of Kilkenny and Waterford. The funeral took place on Wednesday from St. John’s Church, where the remains had reposed for the previous two nights, and after Ofboo and High Mass were removed to the family burial ground at Glenmore. The funeral cortege was very large, vehicles numbering nearly 180 joining in the sad procession to Glenmore. The chief mourners were: Mrs. Mullins (widow); Master P. Mullins (son); Messrs. James Mullins, clerk of the union, Carrick-on-Suir; Felix Mullins, Flemingstown; Walter Mullins, Whitestown; John Mullins, H.M.C., London (brothers); Thomas Terry, Michael Stapleton (brothers-in-law); Thomas Terry, junior; John Hasset, W. Garvey (nephews); Mrs. Hasset, Glenstown; Mrs. Stapleton, Slieverue; Miss Mullins, Whitestown (sisters); Miss Duggan, Cloonasay and the Misses Garvey, Waterford (nieces); T. Mullins (cousin). The coffin was covered with beautiful floral tributes sent by sorrowing relatives and friends, and included wreaths from his sorrowing wife and child; with sincere regret from Ned and Mary, Pembrokestown; from 16 The Glen; with heartfelt sorrow from Mrs. Garvey and family: from his heart-broken brothers and sisters; with deepest regret from Mr. and Mrs. Stapleton. [Editor’s note–The obit from the Munster Express is on our family page. For further information on the Mullins family see our previous post of 10 January 2021. ]

MURPHY

Mrs. Murphy, of Ballykenna, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Saturday, January 23, 1897, p. 7]

DEATH OF MRS MURPHY, BALLYKENNA, GLENMORE–It is with deep regret we announce the death of Mrs Murphy, which took place at her residence on Monday, the 11th inst. The deceased was interred in Mullinavat on the following Wednesday, and the remains were followed by a large concourse of people. Amongst those who attended were—Mr. Murphy (husband), Miss Murphy (daughter), Misses Whelan (2), cousins; Messrs D. Cody, Pat Irish, Wm Barry, and Miss Barry, Carrigcloney; Mr. Hoynes, Ballybrahy; Messrs Nicholas Furlong and Martin Tierney, Exchange-street, Waterford; Nicholas Gaffney, Michael Heffernan, Nicholas Hanrahan, Robert Fluskey (postmaster), all of Glenmore; Thomas Kelly, PLO, Graiguenakill; Thomas and Miss Mullins, Felix and Misses Mullins (3), John Walsh, M. Power, Flemingstown ; Miss Hanna Grace, Mrs. Ivory, Miss Duggan, Kilbride ; Jack Freney, do; Martin Phelan, John Phelan, Ballyfacey ; Charles Liniger, J. Aylward, Parkstown ; Tom Woods, John Walsh, Smithstown (Ida); Tom Gaule, Mullinarrigle; Luke Murphy and Miss Walsh, Mullinarrigle National School; Mr. Roche, Bigwood National School; Miss Kennedy, Mullinakill National School; Miss Curran and Miss Hennessy, Ballyfacey National School; Messrs J Power, M Walsh, P Moylan, J Phelan, Kilmacow National School; Messrs William Kinneally and J Kealy, Miss Frisby Mullinavat National School; Messrs J Walsh, J Brennan, T Brennan, P McDonald, J Dolan (junior), R Dolan, J Murphy, and Miss Walsh, Dr J B N Cane, W Healy, ” R.O; E Forristal Mullinavat; N O’Neill, PLG; John Knox, P L G ; P Purcell, J.P.; E Bowers, J.P.; J B Hearne, J.P. Ross; Wm Ivory, Scart; Andrew Kelly, John Foskin, Pat Foskin, Park ; Widow Barry, Miss Forristal, Miss Dunne, Miss Brennan, Mullinavat; Michael McDonald, Richard Kinneally, Ballynoony; Patrick Holden, ex-P L G, Killahy; Michael Malone, Rochestown ; Wm Gilbert, Cloonassy; Acting-Sergeant McNamara, Constables Eugene Sweeney, Michael Dempsey, and Fitzmaurice, Thomas and Martin Dungan, Glendonnell; J Maher, The Mountain; Mr Houlihane, Moonroe National School; Michael Holden, PLG, and Miss Holden; Michael Brennan, Moonroe, &c, &c.—R.I.P.

Bridget Murphy née Grace (c. 1912-2004) native of Kilbride, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 20 Feb. 2004, p. 8]

Obituary: Mrs. Bridget Murphy–The death occurred on the 10^th of January 2004, of Mrs. Bridget Murphy, at St. Benedict’s Nursing Home, Carrick-on-Suir. Bridget, formerly of 13 Slieverue, Co. Kilkenny, was in her 92^nd year. She was a member of the Grace family, Kilbride, Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, and was wife of the late Michael Murphy, who was a native of Ballinlammy, Glenmore, and a member of the staff of Clover Meats Ltd., Christendom, Ferrybank.

Bridget was a great conversationalist and she had a special interest in tracing family history. She was a lady of style and grace and was blessed with good health and all her faculties until her final days. She was the last surviving member of a group of residents who lived in the new housing development built in Slieverue village in the early 1940’s and her passing heralds the end of an era.

Bridget is survived by her sons, Michael, Pontoon Road, Castlebar, Co Mayo; John, 13 Slieverue, Co. Kilkenny, and Martin, “Penmarric”Grannagh, Kilmacow; her daughters Mary Lawlor, Birmingham; Alice Flynn, Surrey; Kathleen Hahesy, Scartlea, Kilsheelan and Rita Mulcahy, Ballinacurra, Rathgormack; her sons-in-law Pat, Michael, and Tom, and her daughters-in-law Maura, Anne, and Mary; her 17 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Jim Grace, Clonmel; her sisters Josie Grace, Waterford, and Nellie Grace, Ranelagh, Dublin; her brother-in-law; sisters-in-law; numerous nephews and nieces, and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was pre-deceased by her brothers Paddy Grace, Bunclody and Bill Grace, Kilbride, Glenmore; her sisters Kathleen Grace, Ranelagh, Dublin, Alice Grace, Waterford and Mollie Ryan, Rockenham, Ferrybank, and her son-in-law Jimmy Lawlor, Birmingham. Bridget will be sadly missed by her loving family and friends.

The removal, which was attended by a large and representative crowd, took place on Sunday 11^th January, from Power’s Funeral Home, Ferrybank, to Slieverue Church and was received by Rev. Pat Comerford, P.P., assisted by Fr. Tom O’Toole, C.C., Kilmacow. The readings and prayers of the faithful were read by Bridget’s grandchildren, Michael Murphy, Deirdre Murphy, John Hahesy, Kevin Lawlor, Dermot Flynn and Niamh Murphy. Her other grandchildren were all involved in the celebration of the funeral ceremony. The offertory procession was performed by her son John Murphy and daughter Rita Mulcahy. The organist was Mrs. Rosaline Prendergast and the soloist was Mr. Martin O’Neill. Following Requiem Mass her burial took place in the adjoining cemetery, at Slieverue. May she rest in peace.

Michael Murphy (1909-1980) native of Ballinlammy, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, Fri. 1 Aug. 1980. p. 14]

LATE MICHAEL MURPHY SLIEVERUE—The death occurred rather suddenly on Monday 21^st July at the Mater Hospital, Dublin of Michael (Mick) Murphy, 13 Slieverue at the age of 70 years. A native of Ballinlamy, Glenmore, he had been residing in the Slieverue area for the past 45 years,

Husband of Bridget (a member of the Grace family, Kilbride, Glenmore) he had been on the staff of Clover Meats, Ferrybank up to his retirement three years ago. A man that was greatly involved in the sporting and social life of the parish, he was a supporter of parish and county hurling teams of the past. He was father of Michael Murphy, Director of Murphy’s Stainless Steel, Castlebar; Marti Murphy, An Co training Officer, Waterford, Granagh, Kilmacow; Martin Murphy, Francis Street, Waterford, on the staff of Waterford Corporation.

Daughters: Mrs. Mary Lawlor, Birmingham; Mrs. Alice Flynn, Surrey; Mrs. Kathleen Hhesy, Scrtlea, Kilsheelan; Mrs. Rita Mulcahy, Ballincurra, Rathgormack. He was grandfather of Michael, Kieran, Brendan and Dermot Murphy, Castlebar; Darragh and Niamh Murphy, Grannagh, Kilmacow; Michael, Kevin, Carmel Lawlor; John, Dermot, Siobhain and Paul Flynn; Michael and John Hahesy and Patrick Mulcahy. He was brother of Mrs. Margaret Lynch (sic) the Rower; Mrs. Hanna Dowling Jamestown, Glenmore; Mrs. Robert Moran, Ballinlammy and Mrs. Mary Dermody, Crobally, Mullinavat. He was pre-deceased by his brother, Martin Murphy, Ballinlammy. He is also survived by his daughters-in-law and sons-in-law. His remains were brought to Slieverue Parish Church on Tuesday evening and following Requiem Mass on Thursday were buried in the adjoining cemetery. The following clergy were present: Fr. P. Phelan, Slieverue; Fr. T. O’Connor, Glenmore; Fr. O’Shea, retired, Glenmore; Fr. D. Phelan, Rathdowney; Fr. Grace, Carrickbeg; Mons. W. Bolger, native of the Rower, cousin of the deceased. The Lessons at the Mass were read by Sr. Rose Mary, Sr. Rose Carmel, and Sr. Bridget Mary, nieces of the deceased.

The attendance included member of the Parish Council, AnCO. Waterford Corporation, Slieverue and Erin’s Own Hurling Club, representatives from Kilkenny County Council, Clover Meats and Castlebar Stainless Steel. Funeral arranged by Tom Power. May he rest in peace.

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PHELAN

Anastasia Phelan, Rev. Mother Gerard (1872-1960) native of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 1st of April 1960, p. 10]

Was Superior-General Of Order: Co. Kilkenny Nun’s Death In America–The death occurred last week at Marymount College, Tarrytown, New York, of Verv Rev. Mother Gerard Phelan. a native of Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, and sister of the late Mrs. Enett, (sic) Glenmore, she was Superior General of the Religious of the Sacred Heart. She received her secondary education at convents of the Order — Ferrybank, Waterford, and Lisburn. Having entered it the Mother House, Beziers, Southern France, she made profession in September, 1895. The early years of her religious life were spent at Seafield, Liverpool, where she received her training and began her teaching career. In 1907 she was transferred to New York, where she was closely associated with Mother Mary Joseph Butler in the founding of Marymount. In those pioneering years of this great work Mother Gerard showed exceptional ability as an educator and organiser and ably assisted Mother Mary Joseph Butler in her arduous task as foundress of Marymount and later when Mother Joseph became Superior General. At the General Chapter in 1946, Mother Gerard was elected Superior General in succession to Mother Joseph. She was re-elected in September, 1958— eloquent testimony to the high esteem in which she was held, as well as to her administrative ability. During her period as Superior General, the Institute enjoyed a remarkable expansion. She brought the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary to five countries—Columbia, Portuguese East Africa, Southern Rhodesia, Spain and Mexico—and opened in all 32 new Houses. She initiated the work of the beatification of the Venerated founder, Father Gailbac and that, of Mother Joseph Butler, her predecessor. Mother Gerard is mourned by her spiritual daughters throughout the world, to most of whom she was personally known and by whom she was revered and loved.

Bridget Phelan née Fitzgerald (c. 1868-1932), native of Weatherstown, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express, on Friday the 27^th of May 1932]

DEATH OF MRS. PHELAN—With feelings of sincere regret we announce the demise of an esteemed and popular resident of Kilmacow parish in the person of Mrs. Bridget Phelan, wife of Mr. Nicholas Phelan. which sad event occurred at her residence at Ballykeohan on Monday evening after a very brief illness.

She had been in her usual good health and spirits up to the day of her last illness, having attended to her household and outdoor duties associated with the farming business on that morning. She subsequently complained of feeling unwell and medical and spiritual aid was immediately summoned. Dr. Coghlan, Newrath, and Rev. C. Kennedy, chaplain, St. Joseph’s College, Greenville, arriving shortly afterwards and rendering all possible assistance. In the afternoon her condition took a change for the worse, and the end came rather suddenly and unexpectedly. When the news of her death became known it cast a shock over the parish, as few could realise that the end had come so swiftly, and expressions of sympathy were extended to the bereaved husband who is a very popular and extensive farmer in the district, on his sad and irreparable loss.

Born at Weatherstown, Glenmore, 64 years ago, the late Mrs. Phelan came of a well known and widely connected family, and since her advent to the parish of Kilmacow 32 years ago had made many lasting friendships by her kind and affable manner. She was possessed of a pleasing and genial personality and bore many outstanding qualities, which won for her a host of lasting friendships. Her death is rendered all the more poignant coming as it did such, a short timeafter the death of her sister, the late Mrs. Murphy, which occurred only three weeks ago. A large and representative cortege accompanied the remains to their last resting, place at Kilmacow on Wednesday morning, the attendance including large numbers of sympathisers from Kilmacow and from her native parish of Glenmore. Requiem Office and High Mass were offered up in the parish church, the celebrant, being Very Rev. Dr. Doyle, C.C., Kilmacow. The following clergy were present:— Rev. N. _Hennessy, P.P., Kilmacow; Rev. L. Coghlan, P.P., Rosbercon; Rev. T. Greene, C.C., do; Rev. E. Brennan, P.P., Slieverue; Rev. W. Dunne, C.C., do; Rev. J. Madden, P.P., Mullinavat; Rev. P. Darcy, C.C., do; Rev. W. Murphy, C.C., Ferrybank; Very Rev. Dr. Gibbons, C.C., Glenmore; Rev. C. Kennedy, chaplain, St. Joseph’s College, Greenville; Rev. T. Hennebry, chaplain, Belmont.

The interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery. The chief mourners were;—Mr. Nicholas Phelan Ballykeohan, (husband); Mr. T. Fitzgerald, Quay St., New Ross (brother); Mrs. Doherty, Ballinlammy, Glenmore, (sister); Messrs. John , Peter and Rd. Phelan, Flemingstown; Rd. Phelan, Ullid (brothers-in-law); Mrs. Foley, Kilmacow; Mrs. Healy, Ballinerla (sisters-in-law); Mrs. John Phelan, Flemingstown; Mr. John O’Neill, Co. C; and Mrs. O’Neill, Ullid; Mr. and Mrs. Rd. Doherty, Coolnaleen; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Doherty, Ballinlammy: Mr. and Mrs. John Doherty, Davidstown; Mr. and Mrs. Rd. Murphy, Robinstown; Mr. and Mrs. Rd. Nolan, Clara; Mr. and Mrs. T. Murphy, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Murphy, Brownsford Castle; Mr. John Murphy, do; Mr. and Mrs. Forristal, Ballyverneen, Glenmore; Mrs. Phelan, Coolnaleen; Mr. and Mrs. John Irish, Rathpatrick; Messrs William and John Burke .and Miss Kate Burke, Ballymountain; Messrs. James and William  Fitzgerald, Weatherstown; Miss Annie Fitzgerald, do; Mr. and Mrs. Luke Phelan, Milltown, Kilmacow; Mr. James and Mrs. Fitzgerald, Flemingstown; Mr. Geo. Dooley, Co. C., Rosbercon (relatives), etc.—R.I.P.

Martin Phelan (c.1858-1933) of Ballyfacey, Glenmore [Obit in the Munster Express on Friday the 17^th of November 1933, p. 7]

With feelings of sincere regret, we announce the demise of Mr. Martin Phelan, which sad event occurred at his residence at Ballyfacey, Glenmore, on Saturday morning at the age of 75 years. Deceased had suffered an illness of some years’ duration, but had been in his usual good spirits up to a few weeks prior to his passing. The late Mr. Phelan was one of the best known and most highly respected farmers in the parish of Glenmore, and enjoyed the esteem and confidence of a. widely connected circle of relatives and friends. Of a kindly and affable disposition, big-hearted and neighbourly, he was a shining example of the real typical Irish peasant of the old stock of which so many are now sadly passing from our midst. He was beloved by young and old, who will sadly miss a. loyal and devoted friend. During his illness he had the constant attendance of Rev. Dr. Gibbons, C.C., Glenmore, who ministered to his spiritual necessities.

The remains were removed to the parish church on Sunday evening at 4 p.m., and the cortege, composed of a large and representative attendance from the locality and the adjoining parishes, was one of the largest seen in the district for some time, and was an eloquent tribute to the popularity of deceased and his family. The coffin lay overnight in the church and the interment took place on Monday morning after Office and High Mass.

The chief mourners were: Messrs Edward, James, Patrick and Wm. Phelan, Ballyfacey (sons) Mrs. McDonald, Milltown, Kilmacow (sister): Messrs. Wm., Richard and Ed. McDonald, do (nephews); Mr. Ml. Murphy, Coolnaleen (son-in-law); Miss Mary Murphy, do (grandchild); Miss Mary Kinsella, Ballykillaboy, Kilmacow; the Misses Bridget and Mary Kinsella, do; Mrs. Kinsella, do; Mr. and Mrs. John Ennett, Cappagh, Glenmore; Messrs. Patrick and John Ennett, do; the Misses Kitty and Mary Ennett, do; Mr. Nicholas Dollard, do; Messrs Michael and John Phelan, do; Messrs Ed. and James Dollard, and Miss Dollard, do; Mr. and Mrs. Patk. Connors and family, do; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Connors and family, do; Mr. Ed. Kennedy, Kilbride; Mr. M. Kennedy and the Misses Kennedy, do; Mr. and Mrs. Foley and family, Rahora, Rosbercon; Mr. and Mrs. O’Donovan, Ballyrowra, Slieverue; Mr. and Mrs. Alphonsus Nolan, Bally varan, do; Mr. Ml. Aylward and family, Ballinclare, Glenmore: Mrs. Anastasia Forristal and family, Glenmore; Miss Eily Williams, Milltown, Kilmacow; Master Sean Williams, do; Mrs. J. Hennessy, do; Mr. Thomas and Miss Ellen Hennessy, Skeard, Kilmacow; Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Walsh, Davidstown, Glenmore, etc., etc. U.S.A.; R.I.P.

Richard “Dick” Phelan, native of Mullinahone, Glenmore [Obit, New Ross Standard on Thursday the 4th of November 1993]

LATE RICHARD PHELAN The death took place last week at Gorey District Hospital after a brief illness of Richard ‘Dick’ Phelan, Wicklow Gap, Ballythomas, Gorey, Co. Wexford, aged eighty-three years. Funeral from hospital to Kilaveney Church and burial took place on the following morning after Requiem Mass in the adjoining cemetery. Sincere sympathy to his wife, Lydia; his son, John, and daughter-in-law, Jackie; grandchildren, sister, brothers, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. A native of Mullinahone, Glenmore, and son of the late John and Mrs. Phelan, and brother of Michael Phelan, Mullinahone; Thomas Phelan, Ballyfoyle, Tullogher, New Ross; Mary Ann Freyne, Kilbride, Glenmore; the late Cissie Mullane, Waterford; Bridget Ryan, The Rower, Co. Kilkenny; Nellie O’Connor, Milepost, Waterford; James Phelan, Carrig-on-Bannow, Co. Wexford, and Rev. Patrick Phelan, P.P. Payette, Idaho, U.S.A. The late Dick Phelan emigrated to England in the early ‘3os and returned some years later and purchased a farm, grocery and public house in Co. Wicklow and carried on a thriving business which is now carried on by his son, John, and daughter-in-law Jackie. Many of his old friends, neighbours and schoolmates attended the funeral Mass and burial.

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Bridget Power née Ryan (c. 1909-1995) of Cappagh, Glenmore Village [Obit in New Ross Standard on Wednesday the 7th of June 1995]

DEATH OF BRIDGET POWER–The death occurred in St. Patrick’s Nursing Home. Waterford, of Mrs. Bridget Power, nee Ryan. Cappagh, Glenmore after a prolonged illness. Funeral from Power’s Funeral Home, Ferrybank, to St. James’s Church, Glenmore, on Monday evening. The
remains were brought for a brief stop to her residence and carried shoulder high by members of her family and near relatives to the church. On arriving, her remains were received by Rev. Liam Barron P.P and Fr. Michael Mernagh. 0.S.A., Meath Street, Dublin, a native of the parish and a friend of the family. Requiem Mass was celebrated the following morning by Rev. Liam Barron. P P., and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery immediately afterwards. The readings were by her two daughters Elsie Brophy and Margaret Ryan, the gifts were brought to the altar by Mary Power, Susanne Power and Hazel Power, all grandchildren. The Sacred hymns and church music suitable for the occasion were rendered by Betty Dalton, organist, St. Mullins, Co Carlow and Evie Geogh, soloist, Carlow, natives of the parish and close friends of the Power family. She was mother of Pat Power, Cappagh; Michael Power, do.; John Power, London and the late Danny Power. Jamestown; Elsie Brophy, Carlow; Margaret Ryan;
Moulerstown, Glenmore, all who we express our sincere sympathy to, also her grandchildren, son-in-law, daughters-in- law, relatives and friends. Her husband, Walter Power, died 12 years ago. She was daughter of the late Patrick and Margaret Ryan. and was the last of a family of six, aged 85 years and by the attendance at the removal of her remains, Mass and burial was very popular. She lived a simple life and was a good Catholic and a good neighbour and her entire life was devoted to her family. [Submitted by Kelvin Johnson Treacy]

 

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Edward Roche (c. 1864-1937) of Grogan, Davidstown, Glenmore [Article reporting on inquest in the Kilkenny People on Saturday the 3^rd of July 1937, p. 4]

INQUEST AT GLENMORE; FARMER FOUND DEAD IN FIELD—On  Saturday an inquest was held by Mr. R . J. Nolan, solicitor, coroner for Co. Kilkenny, into the circumstances of the death of Edward Roche, aged 72 years farmer, who on Friday was found dead in a field in which he had been working. The inquest was held in the house of deceased at Grogan, Slieverue. Depositions were made by the wife of deceased, two boys who discovered the body and two doctors who performed the post mortem examination. There was no jury. Mrs. Kate Roche, wife of deceased, Edward Roche, deposed that her husband was a farmer aged 75 years. She last saw him alive at about 5:30 (old time) on Friday, June 25, when he appealed to be in his usual health. She had brought him some tea, to the field where he was working and he made no complaint then. She remained with him in the field for about a quarter of an hour while he was taking his tea. At 6:30 she was told that he had taken a weakness in the field. He was not subject to these weaknesses. She went out to the field and there saw him lying on his face on the field. There were already several other people there before her and they had sent for the priest. She did not remain on the scene. After she had left the field she was informed by someone that her husband was dead. He was always, a healthy man. He had never been attended by a doctor Some months ago he had complained of shortness of breath, but had never got a weakness from this complaint.

John Roche, Coolnaleen, Glenmore, stated he was a farmer’s son and was aged 16 years. At 6:10 on the evening of Friday, June 25, he was bringing horses to a field near Davidstown.  When he was passing a field he saw deceased, whom he knew lying in the ditch. Standing him were a harrow and a pair of horses. He noticed that deceased was lying beside the harrow behind the horses. He was close to the grass margin and beside the fence. Witness thought deceased was, at the time, about 25 yards away from him. He did not go down into the field to see if there was anything wrong because when passing the field before he had often seen deceased lying in the same position. He then put the horses in the field and went back the way he had come, and when passing the field again he saw that Edward Roche was still lying in the same position. He proceeded home and had his supper. He left his house at about 7 o’clock and went hunting with Thomas Grace in the direction of the field in which earlier he had seen the deceased lying. When they came to the field they saw him still lying there. They both approached and called him but received no answer. Deceased was lying face downwards and witness knew by looking at him that he was dead. They then left and told John Doherty of Davistown, who was, cycling down the lane, that Ned Roche was dead in the field. Witness ran home, got a bicycle and went for the priest and then he informed the Gardai.

Thomas Grace, a student in Cork University, at present on holidays, deposed that at about 7o’clock on Friday evening he left the house of Thomas Roche, accompanied by John Roche. They proceeded in the direction of Davidstown to go hunting. When passing the field in which deceased was he saw him lying face downwards. He went over to him. The man was apparently dead, from the colour of his face. Both of them called him but got no answer. He knew the deceased before this. They left the field then and came back up the lane until they met John Doherty, who was riding a bicycle. They told him that Edward Roche was dead. Dr. M. P. Coghlan deposed that on Saturday, June 26, in conjunction Dr. J. A. Fitzgerald he performed a post mortem examination. There were no external marks of injuries. He was of the opinion that the man died from shock following perforation of the stomach caused by gastric ulceration. That would account for the shortening of which the man had previously complained. Dr. J. A. Fitzgerald confirmed the opinion of Dr . Coughlan as to cause of death. The coroner recorded a verdict that death was due to shock following perforation of the stomach, caused by gastric ulceration.

Mary Roche née Grace (1882-1962) of Coolnaleen, Glenmore [Obity in the Munster Express, Fri. 19 Jan. 1962, p. 11]

DEATH of MRS. MARY ROCHE—The death occurred at her residence, Coolnaleen, Glenmore, of Mrs. Mary Roche, at the fine old age of 79 years. Deceased, who had been ailing only a fortnight, was a native of Forristalstown, do., being the last surviving member of the Grace family. A well known and respected figure in farming circles, she enjoyed much esteem in Coolnaleen since her advent to the district on the occasion of her marriage fifty years ago. She was relict of Mr. Thomas Roche, who died in March 1960, and mother of Mr. John Roche, Coolnaleen; Mrs. Margaret Walsh, Ferbane, Offaly; mother-in-law of Mr. Michael Walsh, Headmaster, Vocational School, do.; Mrs. J. Roche, Coolnaleen and grandmother of Ellie, Patricia, and Thomas Roche, do.; Anthony and Michael Walsh, Ferbane. She was also aunt of Rev. John Grace, Chaplain, Ardkeen Hospital; Messrs. Thomas Grace, B.D.S., the Mall, Waterford; Ed Grace, Accountant, the Quay, do.; James Grace, solicitor, Kerry; Robert Grace, licensed vintner, Ballybricken; Peggy Grace; Inspector Richard Cotterell, Garda Depot Dublin; William Cotterell, MCC, Shanbough; Stephen Cotterell, Civil Service, Dublin; John and Tommy Cotterell, Ballycroney; Mrs. Reville, Quay St., New Ross; Mrs. Dunne, Mylespark, Wexford; Wm. Purcell, hairdresser, Broad St., Waterford; Tom Purcell (Hearne & Co.), do.; James Purcell, Dublin; Mrs. Callan, do.; Richard Murphy, garage proprietor, Parnell St., Waterford; John and Cissie Murphy, Griffith Place, do.; Mrs. Chestnutt, Waterford; Ella Murphy, S..N., England; Joe and Pakey Murphy (of the staff of Waterford Glass); Mrs. B. Dooley (wife of Mr. Con Dooley, do.); Mary & Margaret Grace, Forristalstown, and John Grace, Ballynooney, Mullinavat. During her illness she was attended by Very Rev. Wm. Brennan P.P. and Rev. J. Dunphy, C.C. Glenmore, who ministered to her spiritual necessities, and also by Dr. Keogh, Waterford. The funeral to Bigwood Church was one of the largest seen in the area for many years, and was indicative of the widespread popularity enjoyed by deceased and her family. Office and High Mass were offered up, of which the celebrant was Rev. J. Dunphy, C.C. Glenmore, and the other clergy present were [4 more were listed] and Rev. John Grace, Chaplain, Ardkeen (nephew). Interment took place subsequently in the adjoining cemetery, and as on the previous afternoon, there was again a large and representative attendance of relatives and friends from South Kilkenny, Waterford City and County Wexford—RIP Funeral arrangements by Messrs. T. Power & Sons. Ferrybank.

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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]

DEATH OF MRS. A. WALL—We regret to record the demise of one of the best known inhabitants of Slieverue parish in the person of Mrs. Annie Wall, who passed away at her residence at Ballyvalla after an illness of short duration. Deceased, who was aged 63 years, came of a well-known and highly respected family, the O’Donovan of Ballyroura Mills, and was a descendant of John O’Donovan, the great Irish scholar and writer, and like her distinguished sisters, four of whom became members of a religious order, was possessed or remarkable intellectual talent, characteristic of the O’Donovan family. The late Mrs. Wall was wife of Mr. Wm. Wall, Ballyvalla, and mother of Messrs. John and Thomas Wall, the well-known Slieverue hurlers; Miss Kathleen Wall, who was a popular member of the Raheen Rover’s camogie team during the period of its existence, and of the late Mr. Mark Wall, who died in January 1935. She was sister of Mr. Thomas O’Donovan, Corluddy, Carrigeen; The Rev. Mother, St. Mary’s Convent, Long Island City, New York; Sister M. Providence, Sacred Heart Convent, Seafield, Liverpool; the late Sister M. Etinne, do., and the late Sister M. de Lourdes, France, and the late Mr. James O’Donovan, Ballyroura Mills. The sympathy of a wide circle of friends will go out to the bereaved family, both at home and abroad, in the very sad and irreparable loss they have sustained.

Deceased was a most exemplary Catholic, and was well known for her piety and fidelity to the faith, as was only natural to be expected, coming from such a religious family, which had given many members to the Church. Of a quiet and reserved disposition, she was a devoted wife and a loving mother, whose whole interest was centred in the care and welfare of her family, by whom she will be sadly missed. Though she had not been in robust health for some time, the end, however came rather unexpectedly, as she was ailing only a week, during which tie she was visited daily by Very Rev. Canon Brennan, P.P., who ministered to her spiritual necessities. She was also attended by Dr. Coghlan, Newrath, and Nurse Butler. The news of her passing evoked feelings of sincere regret throughout the parish of Slieverue, where she enjoyed widespread esteem. Interment took place at the family burial ground, Slieverue, after Office and High Mass, the attendance being representative of South Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford.

The chief mourners were:–W. Wall (husband); John and Thomas Wall (sons); Kathleen Wall (daughter); Thomas O’Donovan, Corluddy (brother); John O’Donovan, do. (nephew); Mrs. O’Donovan, do (sister-in-law); Mrs. Jas. O’Donovan, Ballyroura (sister-in-law); Rd. Fitzgerald and family, Halfway House, Glenmore; Mrs. Patk. Mullally and family, the Misses Dalton, Ballybricken; Thomas and Rd. Dalton, d.; Mrs. Irish, Ferrybank; Thomas Wall, do.  Wm. Wall and family, Arundel Square, Waterford; Mrs. Greene and family, Ballyvalla; Patk. and Brigid Fitzpatrick, do.; Ml. Fitzgerald, do.; The Misses O’Donovan, Nicholastown; The Misses Knox, do.; Mrs. Wall and family, Gracedieu; Mary Ellen Keating, Kilmurry; Mary Anne Kent, Aclare, Co. Wexford; Nancy Kent, do.; Thos. Whitty and family, Fisherstown, do.; Mrs. Connolly and family, Great Island, Campile; Mrs. Cooke and family, Slieverue; Rd and Mrs. Wall, do; Mrs. Nolan and family, do.; Miss Gleeson, Waterford; Dan Whitty, Camolin, Co., Wexford; Nick Hanlon, Ballykerogue, do.; Harry O’Donovan, Waterford (cousins and friends).—R.I.P.

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

OBITUARY,  MR. J. K. WALSH, MERCHANT, GLENMORE, CO. KILKENNY–The death occurred on the 5th inst. of Mr. James K. Walsh, merchant, Glenmore, Co Kilkenny. The news of his death in the very prime of life came as a shock, not alone to his family, but to all who knew him. He had been ailing only a little over a week. Having contracted an illness he was removed to the County and City Infirmary, Waterford, where he was treated. His condition became grave, and despite all  medical skill he passed away after fervently receiving the  last rites of Holy Church, and animated with feelings of the most thorough resignation the late Mr. Walsh was most popular and very widely known. He was obliging to the highest degree, and would reckon no effort on his part too great in order to do a good turn for anyone wanting it .Added to this fine trait of character he possessed a cheery disposition and a  most upright and generous nature that could not fail to win respect and popularity.

He belonged to a very popular and much respected County Kilkenny family His sister is a nun, Madame Martha, in Ferrybank Convent He was connected by marriage with another extensively connected and popular family that has given many distinguished members to the religious and professional life. One of his brothers-in-law is Very Rev. T. Heffernan, Superior of the Passionist Fathers, who is a learned and eloquent preacher. Another brother-in-law of his, now deceased, was also a member of the Passionate Order. The deepest sympathy is felt with his wife and family in their great bereavement. The remains were taken from the Waterford Infirmary on Saturday evening to the Glenmore Parish Church, and the cortege was accompanied by a very large concourse of people from the surrounding districts as well as from Waterford. The interment took place on Sunday in the family burial ground at Glenmore and the funeral was of remarkable proportions, people being in attendance from Wexford, Waterford, Tramore and other districts outside the parish. It was a striking tribute to the great popularity of the deceased and the family.

The chief mourners were–Mrs. Walsh (wife); Masters Eric and Ml. Walsh (sons); Miss Etta Walsh (daughter); Mr. Martin Walsh and Mrs. Walsh, Ballybrake (sic); Mr. W. Walsh, Weatherstown, and Mr. Martin Walsh, Waterford (uncles); Miss M. Heffernan, Glenmore, (sister-in-law); Mr. Thomas Heffernan and Michael Heffernan, merchant, Glenmore; Very Rev. Thos. Heffernan, C.P., Belfast; Mr. J. McLoughlin, Maryville, Tullow (brothers-in-law); Messrs. Con. Jack and Michael McLoughlin, Master Patk. Walsh, Ballybrahee;  Masters Frank and Seamus Heffernan, Glenmore (nephews); Mrs. Ml. Heffernan, N.T. Glenmore; Mr. and Mrs. Conran, Bullycullane;  Miss B. Cardiff, do (sisters-in-law); Miss Mary McLoughlin, the Misses Eileen and Rosa Heffernan, Glenmore; Misses Bridget, Jennie and  and Maureen Walsh (nieces); Miss Maria Walsh, Ballybrahee (aunt); Mr. Edwd Drellan Waterford; Mr. and Mrs. Barry, do; the Misses Bridie and May Walsh, do; Mr J. Prendergast, merchant, New Ross, and Mrs. Prendergast, Mr. Richard and Mrs. Prendergast, Carrick.At the Office and High Mass on Monday there was a large attendance of priests. Very Rev. L Doughlan, PP Rosbercon, presided. R.I.P.

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

REV. JOHN WALSHE P.P., GOWRAN. The Catholic community of Gowran have been deprived of one of its greatest friends by the untimely death of the Rev. J. Walshe, P.P., which occurred unexpectedly on Friday morning last.  The deceased, though not in the best of health for some time past, was active in the discharge of his duties priest on the night prior to his death, when he attended to a number of invalids in the parish where he ministered. He retired to bed that night in his good spirits, but early next morning he was found by his housekeeper, Miss M. Dowling, to be battling with life. She at once summoned some neighbours close by, but by the time they arrived Father Walshe had passed to his eternal reward.

When the sad tidings of his death became known, widespread grief was expressed, as deceased was held in the highest esteem by all sections of the community. Father Walshe, who was a most zealous and distinguished priest, was a native of Glenmore. A rather unusual coincidence is the fact that the deceased was a brother to the Rev. L. Walshe, P.P., Johnstown, were educated together and ordained together and received their respective parishes at the one time. Father Walshe’s popularity was general. He was an eloquent and impressive preacher, and spent a considerable amount of his time and money in having carried out many improvements to the Parish Church since his coming to Gowran, just eight years ago. He had acquired a new cemetery  there which adjoins the parish chapel, the masonic work around which was designed by himself and which will stand for all time to perpetuate his memory. A short time before his death he seriously contemplated the idea of completely renovating the chapel at Dungarvan (Thomastown). Father Walshe was adored by  the people of the parish where be ministered, and his intense devotion to their social, as well as their spiritual, wants earned for him their warmest appreciation and affection.

His death, especially to the members of his flock, came as a great blow. Those who knew him were greatly attached to him, for to know him was to love him. To  the poor he was a great friend, and his many kind acts earned for him precious and fragrant memory in the hearts of his parishioners. The poor regarded him as their beat friend. Many a destitute home owes a debt of gratitude for his kindly and generous help on many occasions. In trials, sufferings and sorrow of his parishioners, Father Walshe was always to the rescue, and his cheery presence often removed that sorrow and brought joy and happiness in its stead. Impressive scenes were witnessed when the remains were removed to the Parish Church on Saturday. Following last Mass on Sunday, crowds began to congregate in the vicinity of the Church, and by the hour the cortege was due to move the huge concourse filled every nook and corner approaching the Church. Not within the living memory of the people of that parish has such a funeral been witnessed there, nor such a scene of mourning and sympathy have been ever expressed. Almost the entire population was there—all creeds and classes, all uniting to pay a tribute to the deed. Along the way from the Church to the cemetery there was a large concourse of mourners, through whom an avenue was formed while the remains were being borne from the precincts of the Church by willing hands. The remains were followed by a large number of clergy, members of various professions, representatives of public bodies, prominent business people and a vast mass of the general public. At the graveside the remains were received by deceased’s brother, the Rev. L. Walsh, P.P., who recited the prayers for the dead following which the remains were lowered to their last resting place. A large number of beautiful wreaths were placed on the grave, amongst which ws one from the teachers of Gowran and Dungarvan.  At the Office on Monday the Church was filled. His Lordship the Most rev. Dr. Collier presided and there were over 120 priests present.

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

DEATH OF MR LARRY WALSH The death took place recently of Mr Larry Walsh, 49 St. Joseph’s Tce., Green Street, Waterford, at the Waterford Regional Hospital after a brief illness. Remains were removed from Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack St., Waterford on Tuesday evening to Ballybricken Church. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Wednesday morning and burial took place in Slieverue Cemetery immediately afterwards. He was a native of Davidstown, Glenmore, and son of the late Robert and Mary Walsh and a member of a large family, was aged 87 years and was predeceased by his wife Sheila Walsh (nee Cashin) in the mid ‘7os.

Sincere sympathy to his sons Robert, Liam and James, daughters Mary and Margaret, brothers Richard (England), Nicky (Davidstown), sister Maureen Claridge Grogan, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his brothers Pat (Davidstown), Robert (USA), Jack (England), Thomas (Rathinure, Glenmore), Michael (Davidstown), Neody (Clonmel), sister Bridie Hickey (Kildrummy, Windgap). The late Larry was on the staff of Glenmore Co-op (now Waterford Foods) for many years and moved to Waterford where, with his late wife Sheila, was the owner of a thriving licence premises in O’Connell St. and was employed by the Waterford Corporation as a driver up to his retirement. The late Larry was a proper gentleman and extremely popular in Glenmore and Slieverue and Waterford City. His popularity was displayed at the removal of the remains, Mass and burial.

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

DEATH OF MR. P. WALSH–The death took place in the County and City Infirmary, Waterford, of Mr. Patrick (Eric) Walshe (sic), Cappagh, Glenmore following an illness of some months’ duration. Aged 57, he had a most eventful and colourful career from that of being Service Man with the Cork Branch of the Automobile Association for eight years until he joined the Army in 1940 as driver in the Transport Section, and was stationed in various places, including Dublin, The Curragh,  Kilkenny and Floodhall, Knocktopher, leaving in l944 to take up employment at Glenmore Creamery as lorry driver, and also did a bit of hackney car work locally. Later he moved again as Sales Representatives for Kosnagas in Tipperary, where he remained for three years until he joined the staff of Chipboard Ltd., Waterford, and then as Sales Representative for Messrs Galweys, do., and his last job was with the firm of Boland’s Garage, Waterford Road, New Ross, as petrol service manager for the past six years. During his association with the latter firm he won first prize in 1972 for the Best-kept Petrol Station in the Tidy Towns Section, and his display of flowers and shrubs were much admired. In the social sphere he was always active in helping in the local clubs, including Glenmore Athletic Club, Cycling Club, Dramatic Class, Muintir na Tíre, Tidv Towns Committee, Youth Club, G.A.A. Club, and as proprietor of Walshe’s Hall, Glenmore, ran a number of dances, concerts and socials from time to time. In 1955 he was a candidate for the Labour Party in the County Council elections for Piltown Electoral area, but did not gain a seat although putting up a good fight. He was husband of Mrs. Margaret Walshe, Cappagh formerly Miss Kelly of Graiguenakill, Glenmore; father of Mrs. Betty Dalton. St. Mullins, Carlow, well-known in musical circles: brother of Mrs. Etta Fitzpatrick, Mayorstone, Limerick, the late Michael (Hall) Walsh, Stillorgan, Dublin: father-in-law of Mr. George Dalton and grandfather of Marie Dalton. He was uncle of Derrica, Maurice and Ian Walsh, Stillorgan; Michael Fitzpatrick, Limerick; Mrs. Patricia Deegan, do., Vera Fitzpatrick, England; Ita, U.S.A.: Mrs. Nuala Van de Plas, Holland, and nephew of the late Rev. Frederick Heffernan, Dublin, and the late Rev. Thomas Heffernan, Adoyne, Belfast, and cousin of Sister M. Bernadette and Sister M. Martha, Ferrybank Convent. Interment took place at Glenmore after eleven o’clock Mass Oil Sunday week, the celebrant being Rev. P. Madigan, C.C., do., who also officiated at the graveside, assisted by Very Rev. M. Brennan, P.P., do. The attendance included representatives of the various clubs and organisations in the parish, the proprietors and members of the staff of Bolands Garage, and many relatives, friends and sympathisers from Counties Kilkenny, Waterford, Wexford and Carlow.

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

DEATH OF RICHARD WALSH The death took place in St. Patrick’s Nursing Home Waterford last Saturday of Richard ‘Dick’ Walsh, Rathpatrick, Slieverue after a prolonged illness. Funeral from Power’s Funeral Home Ferrybank to Slieverue Church on Tuesday evening and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery on Wednesday morning after Requiem Mass. The celebrant was Rev. Thomas Murphy P.P., Slieverue assisted by P.P. Rev. Liam Barron, P Glenmore. The readings were by his daughter, Betty Finneran and Nicola Connel, grand- daughter. The prayers of the faithful by Tina O’Brien, Lisa O’Brien, Anne Hawe, Sharon Finneran, all grandchildren and Deirdre Murphy, great grand-daughter.

The late Dick was predeceased by his wife Margaret just nine years ago. Sincere sympathy to his six sons and six daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grand- children, sister, nephews. nieces, relatives and friends. He was father of Jimmy, Eddie, Thomas and Richard Walsh all in England. Michael and John Walsh, Waterford, daughters Alice Coates, Naas, Co. Kildare, Betty Finneran, Co. Roscommon, Eileen Ryder, Co Mayo, Mary O’Connel, Teresa O’Brien and Kitty Hawe all Slieverue. Brother of Nellie Walsh, Rochestown Glenmore, the late Thomas Walsh, Rochestown, Michael who died young, Bridie Walsh, Rochestown and Molly Walsh U.S.A. Dick was son of the late James and Alice Walsh née Doherty, Rochestown.

Aged 84 and enjoyed good health up to about two and a half years ago. He was on the staff of CIE for many years until he retired to farming. In his younger years he was a member of the Glenmore Senior Football team and later was a playing member of the Slieverue Hurling and Football teams. Large crowds from all walks of life attended the funeral. Mass and burial including members of Glenmore, Slieverue, Ballygunner, Mount Sion, Erin Own and Clover Meats, GAA Clubs, Members of the Kilkenny and Waterford County Boards, County Councillors, T.D. and Members of Seanad Eireann.