Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 October, 2014
JOAN (Jeannie) WHELAN (nee McGrath) 60 Childers Estate, Dungarvan It is with profound regret we record the passing of Joan (Jeannie) Whelan (nee McGrath), 60 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 24th September, 2014, at St. Vincent’s, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Jeannie was well known in the area and was held in high esteem by all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance. She worked in the Apple Factory and Lawlors Hotel, before moving to America to work for several years. She returned home to marry Liam and start a family. A person with great zest for life, Jeannie loved bingo, music and going to the hop with Liam, but most of all she loved her family, they were her priority and she took a great interest in all their activities. She saw good in everyone and it goes without saying she had many friends. Sometimes simple shopping trips down town took up most of the morning when Jeannie met some of her friends and they settled into long conversations about times past. Jeannie was at her happiest when she was surrounded by her family and when her many grandchildren and great grandchildren filled her home. Jeannie got great joy from her family and they are her greatest legacy. She was predeceased by her son Willie. Her passing is much regretted not only by her sorrowing family but also by her many friends. May she rest in peace. Rosary was recited at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Friday evening and her remains were removed to St. Mary’s Parish Church on Saturday morning, 27th September, 2014. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. Cooney, OSA, on arrival assisted by Canon Ryan, P.P., after which interment took place in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of a large and representative gathering of mourners.The lessons were read by Christopher Whelan and Luke Rossiter. Prayers of the faithful were recited by Julie O’Sullivan, Rosie Whelan, Heather Doherty and Michael Fraher. Offertory gifts were brought by G. G. Rossiter and Symone Whelan. The chief mourners were: Liam (husband); Michael (son); Netsi Doherty, G. G. Rossiter and Rosie Whelan (daughters); Kieran, Paul and Willie (sons-in-law); Symone, Luke, Christopher, Eva, Kara, Heather, Rianna, Katie, Paddy, Jack and Harry (grandchildren); Kayla and Jake (great grandchildren); relatives and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
JAMES (Jim) TOBIN Boola, Cappoquin, and formerly of The Cats Bar, Melleray With profound sorrow and regret we record the passing of James (Jim) Tobin, Boola, Cappoquin, and formerly of The Cats Bar, Melleray, which sad and peaceful event occurred on 14th October, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Reposing at his home in Boola, Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Wednesday evening by Rosary committee members Tom O’Donoghue and Michael Rawlins, in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and friends. Removal took place on Thursday evening to St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin; Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., recited the funeral prayers in the presence of Jim’s family, relatives and many friends. On arrival to St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., received and blessed his remains. On Friday morning Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., and was assisted by Fr. D. Davis, O.C.S.O. Symbols representing Jim’s life were presented to the Altar by his grandchildren Cheryl – vegetable basket; Ross – a hurley, sliothar and jersey; Jeannette – a book and a Cowboy Western DVD; Ciaran – Jim’s walking stick, hi-vis jacket and a dog lead. These were narrated by Katie Power. Readings during the Mass were recited by daughter-in-law Kitty Power and nephew Joe Murtagh. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by his son Liam Power and grandchildren Ciaran, Katie, Cillian and Simon Power. During the Mass soloist Andrea Cunningham and organist Mairead Cullinane provided a lovely selection of music and hymns.The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Jim’s sisters Peg Collender and Kitty McGarry. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in Mount Melleray Abbey cemetery, Cappoquin. Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Jim was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Eileen (nee O’Keeffe); sons Joseph, Michael, Liam and Con; brother Dick; sisters Philomena Ryan, Kitty McGarry, Peg Collender and Biddy Freyne; daughters-in-law Kitty, Tina and Julia; grandchildren Jeanette, Ross, Cheryl, Katie, Cillian, Simon, Ciaran and Shauna; great grand-daughter Ella; brother-in-law Dan O’Keeffe; sister-in-law Philomena Murtagh; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
OBITUARY JOHANNA (Joanie) JOY Scrahan, Kilmacthomas The passing of Joanie Joy on Sunday, 21st September, 2014, at Waterford University Hospital evoked much sadness. Joanie was originally from Moonmenane (Clonea-Power) and we express our sincere condolences to her family and friends. Joanie was predeceased by her husband Andy and grandson Johnny Joy, brothers Billy, Davy and Pat and sister Peggy. Rosary was recited on Sunday evening in University Hospital, Waterford. Removal took place on Monday evening to All Saints Church, Newtown. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning by Fr. Kehoe, Fr. Condon, Fr. Delaney and Fr. Enright. The symbols which reflected Joanie’s life were brought to the Altar by her niece and God-daughter Joan; God-daughter and grandchild Danika; grandson Paul; grand-nephews Joe and Ger and special friend Laura. The readings were read by her niece Marian and her God-daughter Denise. Prayers of the Faithful were by brother Tom; nieces Mary, Geraldine and Lisa; grandnephew Philip; nephew Thomas; grandniece Sandra. After Communion Joanie’s daughter Bridget recited a very beautiful and fitting poem. Beautiful hynms were sung throughout the Mass by Fr. Kehoe. Joanie was carried shoulder high to her final resting place by her son Tony; nephews John and Billy; sons-in-law Paddy and Richie and grandson Daniel. Sincere sympathy to her sons Michael and Tony; daughters Bridget and Bernie; grandchildren Daniel, Danika, Paul and Louise; brother Tom; sisters Mem and Biddy and daughter-in-law Julie and sons-inlaw Richie and Paddy and to all her extended family. Month’s Mind Mass for Joanie will take place on Friday, 24th October, at 7.30 p.m. in All Saints Church, Newtown, Kilmacthomas.
CHRISTINE (Chris) DAHILL Colligan Falls, Colligan, Dungarvan With sadness we record the passing of Chris Dahill, which sad event occurred on Sunday, 19th October, 2014. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Monday morning to St. Anne’s Church, Colligan. Following Funeral Mass on arrival celebrated by Fr. Kennedy, P.P., assisted by Rev. Mulhall, private cremation took place in The Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork. To her relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
BRIDGET (Biddy) FLYNN King Street, Abbeyside With sadness we record the passing of Biddy Flynn which sad event occured on Friday, 3rd October, 2014. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Sunday morning to St. Gobnait’s Church, Kilgobinet. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, celebrated by Fr. Ml. Kennedy, P.P., burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her son Jim; brother Pat; nephews, nieces and relatives, we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
MARY BEARY Cork and Lismore It is with great shock and sadness that we record the sudden death of Mary Beary at her home in Douglas, Cork on Wednesday, 8th October. Predeceased by her parents Mary and Patrick Beary, Mary was an only child, born in Glenaveha and attended Ballysaggart N.S. When she finished school her first position was Receptionist in Lismore House Hotel, back in the 60’s and this experience took her to Cork city where she remained until her death. It was in Cork city she had a very wide circle of friends, young and old but not ever forgetting her old school pals and relatives in Lismore, Ballysaggart and Stradbally whom she visited at least once a year. On Saturday evening, 11th October, her remains were taken to Ryan’s Funeral Home, Lismore where she laid in repose. Rosary was recited by Kevin Ryan. Sunday morning after prayers were said by Dick Ahearne, Mary was brought into St. Carthage’s Church for mass which was celebrated by Fr. Lucey. Her cousins Sheila Corbett and Anne Kenneally brought up the bread and wine during the offertory. After mass the cortege proceeded to St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore where, after prayers recited by Fr. Lucey, Mary was laid to rest in the family grave. May Mary now enjoy eternal life in her Heavenly Home. To her cousins, relatives and many friends we extend our sincere sympathy. “Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam” (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
55 KATTY CROTTY (nee Hickey) Scart, Ballinamult It is with deep sadness and regret that we record the passing of Katty Crotty, Scart, Ballinamult, who died after a short illness in St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, on Wednesday, 1st October, 2014. Katty (nee Hickey) was born 95 years ago and reared in Barracree, Ballinamult, a place she always fondly called “Home”, and where she spent many happy hours helping out on the family farm. She was educated in “The Little Village Schoolroom of Kilbrien” and in the old Technical School, Dungarvan. Her working life took her to Dungarvan (Alice and Annie Murphy’s Public House, Main Street) and Cappoquin but it is safe to say that she got most satisfaction working in the old Scart Creamery prior to its closure, in the midst of her own community. Katty had a great grá for Irish music, having learned to play the fiddle in her youth. She often relayed tales of her adventures as she and her comrades cycled to and from the Céilís – distance being no object. The Half-Way House was often mentioned as a popular venue/meeting place. When she moved into the Crotty household the fiddle hung proudly over the fireplace ready to be taken down for any session as that house was a well-known rambling house. Katty married Paddy Crotty, Scart, in the mid-’50s. Paddy sadly passed away in 1977. They had two children, Jim and Joanne. Family was very important to Katty and she took a keen interest in the lives of her children, her grandchildren, her nieces, nephew, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was also very close to her sisters, Biddy (Sr. Colette), Mary (Sr. Rock, R.I.P.) and Annie (R.I.P.) and she looked forward every year to the visits from England or America of the extended Crotty family. Katty loved walking, particularly to and from Barracree to check in on “Home”. She was also a frequent caller to her many friends and neighbours and it was a source of great sadness to Katty when many of her good friends passed away. In later years, as she became less mobile, she loved the visits of family and friends to her own home – she loved the tea and chats. Katty’s family extend their sincere thanks to all those involved in her care during her later years.To her Home Help/Home Care teams, you became an extension of her family and will not be forgotten. Thanks also to Dr. O’ Donovan, Ballymacarbry; Dr. Janes and staff at Fourmilewater Health Centre and to Michael Rossiter and staff in Flynn’s Pharmacy, Dungarvan. Special thanks is extended to those who cared for Katty during her last weeks, the Doctors, Nurses, Palliative Care Teams and staff in Waterford University Hospital and in St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Rosary was recited in Kiely’s Funeral Home on Thursday, 2nd October, by Fr. Michael Kennedy, P.P. Removal of Katty’s remains took place on the same evening to Kilbrien Church where they were received and blessed on arrival by Fr. Kennedy, P.P., assisted by Fr. Mossie O’Gorman, P.P. (cousin), and Canon William Ryan, P.P. At the Requiem Mass, celebrated by Fr. Kennedy, P.P., in Kilbrien Church on Friday, 3rd October, the lessons were read by Agnes Crotty (daughter-in-law), Joanne (daughter) and Jim (son). Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Alan Crotty (grandson) and Colette Manahan (God-daughter). Gifts were brought to the Altar by Michael McKenna (son-in-law) and Dean and Evan McKenna (grandsons). Katty’s love of Irish music was expressed as Shannon Kearney played some beautiful tunes during the Mass and Michael McKenna played a beautiful Hornpipe on accordion. Katty was so proud of Michael’s musical talents and particularly loved the Hornpipe. Thanks to all who assisted with Katty’s funeral, to David Kiely and staff at Kiely’s Undertakers, Dungarvan; Fr. Michael Kennedy, P.P.; Fr. Mossie O’Gorman, P.P., and Canon William Ryan, P.P.; Bernie Flynn (Sacristan), Gravediggers and Emma, Therese and Joseph (Altar servers). To Kilbrien Hall Committee and everyone who helped with catering in the local hall after the funeral, your goodwill and kindness was outstanding and we thank you all sincerely. The family would like to thank the members of Colligan G.A.A. who, despite their busy schedule at the time, came to offer their sympathies on the night of the removal. This was very much appreciated. Finally, to those who offered sympathy, donations and Mass cards, the family extend a heartfelt thanks. Katty’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in Kilbrien Church on Friday, 14th November, at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
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