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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 4 April, 2014
Stradbally SYMPATHY The community in Stradbally and the surrounding areas was saddened to learn of the passing of Rae (Helen) Whelan (nee Keohan), Herne Bay, Kent, England and formerly Knockrour, Stradbally, Co. Waterford, on 10th March, 2014. Rae’s Funeral Service with Requiem Mass took place at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, on Friday, 28th March, 2014, at 11.00 a.m. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P., Stradbally, celebrated the Mass assissted by Fr. Murphy-O’Connor, P.P., Turner’s Cross, Cork. Rev. James Mulhall, St. James Church of Ireland Stradbally; Fr. Eddie Keohan, P.P. retired (Rae’s brother) was also in attendance. There was an apology from Fr. Michael Enright whose absence was unavoidable due to another funeral. The beautiful hymns sung and music played during the celebration of Rae’s life was provided by brother and sister and cousins Finbarr Keohan and Murial Coleman; sisters Ismay Drohan and Georgina Crowley (friends and neighbours) provided a requested piece “Carrickfergus” during the offertory.The readers of the Liturgy were James West (grandson) and Tony O’Sullivan (nephew). Marie James (niece and godchild) read the Responsorial Psalm. The Prayers of the Faithful were shared by Roisin O’Shea (niece), Barry O’Sullivan (nephew), Philip Bracken (nephew), Jennifer Martin (niece) and Harry Martin (great-grand nephew). Symbols of Rae’s life were brought to the altar: Margo Crowley (friend and neighbour) brought a newspaper); Lucy Bracken; Lucey Bracken (grandniece) brought a scarf, brooch and pattern; Suzi Bolton (step-grand-daughter) brought an atlas; Joe O’Sullivan (grand-nephew) brought flowers. The bread and wine for the offertory were brought to the altar by Gile Martin and Finbarr James (grand-niece and grand-nephew). Following
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Communion, Maura Pell paid a very fitting and sincere tribute to her mother in her Eulogy where friends, neighbours, the community, clergy and undertakers were thanked. Rae was then brought to her final resting place beside her late husband Dr. James Whelan at St. James Church in Stradbally. Sincere sympathy is extended to Maura Pell (daughter); Rodney Pell (son-in-law); James West (grandson); brothers Fr. Eddie Keohan, Cork, and Dr. John Keohan, Canada; sisters Clare Bracken, Martina O’Sullivan, Dublin and Marie O’Shea, Stradbally; Frank Bracken (brother-inlaw); Kathleen Keohan, Canada (sister-in-law); nieces, nephews and the extended family, friends and neighbours. May Rae rest in peace. SINCERE SYMPATHY Sincere sympathy is extended to Martin Quinlan, Killelton, Stradbally, on the death of his wife Mary Quinlan (nee Hayes), whose funeral took place at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, on Monday, 24th March, 2014, with burial in the adjoining cemetery. Sympathy is also extended to daughters Carmel and Christina; son Eamonn; sons-in-law Sam and Christopher; sister Dolores; brothers Anthony, John and Jim Hayes; grandchildren Ava, Emily and Aaron, the extended family and friends. ENROLMENTS Enrolments are currently being taken for 2014 at Our Lady of Mercy N.S. Stradbally and St. Anne’s N.S. Seafield, Ballylaneen. Please contact Mr. Tomás Walsh, Principal, Our Lady of Mercy or Mrs. Ann Coffey, Seafield for enrolment forms before 30th April, 2014. BIRTHDAY BOY There was cheers and claps at the Country Market last Saturday as the cake and candles appeared for John Hilton, Knockrour who was 21 again. A staunch supporter of the market and a hard working Tidy Towner, John certainly deserved the applause. SOCCER NEWS Lotto results from
O’Mahony’s Durrow which was the venue of the last lotto draw. The numbers plucked out of the drum were 1, 5, 9 and 22. There was no Jackpot winner. €25 winners were Nicky Power, Ballyvooney; Mrs. K. Connors and Pat McGrath. The promoters prize went to Peggy Carey. The next draw takes place in Whelan’s this coming Sunday, 6th April with a Jackpot of €1,300. On the field the U-11’s had a 5-4 win over Southend despite trailing 13 at half-time. An understrength U-15 side defeated De La Salle 5-0. On a wet day a weekend adult side went down 3-0 away to Tramore despite the good work of steady keeper Martin Roche and his staunch defence. Three league games remain for this side as well as the Division Two Infirmary Cup. Forthcoming Fixtures: Saturday, 5th April, U-11 away to Seaview Celtic at 10.00 a.m. U-15 at home to Ballyduff at 2.30 p.m. Tuesday, 8th April - U-12 home to Ferrybank at 6.15 p.m. PARISH DRAW The Parish 12 week Draw took place in Stradbally on Monday last, 31st March. There is still time to join if you have not already done so. It costs €20 for 12 weeks. There are still promoters with cards to fill or give your name to Fr. Condon after Mass any morning or weekend. BARRON HALL Thanks to Maire Swaby the second of two "Talks" on health is now complete. The key points were drink five points water daily, eat natural foods rather than processed foods, they contain to much fat, salt and sugar. Also of interest was the labelling of food, one would have to ask the question, is it a statuary body or the food industry that regulates the food business? The Allergy/Sensitivity Testing, Geopathic Stress and Energy Healing did generate much interest. April 10th is our Easter Flower Arrangement night with Monica Dwane. Thanks for your support.
Charity Vintage Tea Rooms start again this week OLD fashioned afternoon teas for charity starting again this Saturday, 5th April – 2.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. In aid of Friends of Waterford Regional Hospital – St. Mary's Church of Ireland - Dungarvan, Co.Waterford. Find us on Facebook – Charity Vintage Tea Rooms.
Winners of the Best Entertainers Award at the Dungarvan Lions Club's Deise Jigs & Reels Freestyle were Roisin Fahey and Liam Clancy, pictured with John Coade, Lions Club and Nichola Beresford, MC for the event. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
West Waterford Scór SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ After the third and final round in Knockanore last Friday night, the stage is set for the County Final of Scór na bPáistí this Saturday, 5th April, in the Cappoquin Community Centre. The starting time is 6 pm with admission at €7 for adults and €2 for children. Doors open at 5.15 p.m. All competitors will receive passes during the week, passes will be required for
entry and to compete on the night. After a meeting of Coiste Scór, the running order on the night will be as follows: Rince Foirne: 1. Baile Mhac Cairbre, 2. Maigh Dheilge A, 3. Sliabh gCua, 4. Baile na Sagart, 5. an Lios Mór agus 6. Maigh Dheilge B. Solo singing: 1. Sliabh gCua, 2. An Rinn, 3. Ródaithe na Brice A, 4. An Baile Dubh, 5. An Aird Mhór, 6. Meilearaí
NEW PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION We are currently working on our new exhibition titled – Industrial Ireland – 1904–1918. The exhibition consists of a fascinating collection of photographs from magic lantern slides showing factories and workers around Ireland. Included is the model industrial village of Talbot's Inch in Co. Kilkenny, Egan & Sons Silversmiths, Cork and many more. Aspects of local industry will also be included in the exhibition. We are delighted that Elizabeth Kirwan, Curator of the National Photographic Archive, will formally open the exhibition on Friday, 11th April, at 8.00 p.m. and all are welcome. MORESBY CERT RETURNS TO DUNGARVAN We are delighted to announce that the museum has recently acquired a historic artefact relating to the Moresby shipwreck. It is an impressive illuminated address signed by John R. Dower and Thomas McCarthy on behalf of the townspeople. It contains photographs of captain Veale, the wreck of the Moresby and the Dungarvan lifeboat. The illumination was carried out by Michael Beary, the Borough Surveyor in April 1896. The address is surrounded by an impressive gilded frame. WHO WAS CAPTAIN JOHN VEALE? Captain John Veale (died 1895 age 58) and his wife Hannah Slattery lived
Recitation: 1. Meilearaí, 2. Sliabh gCua, 3. An Rinn, 4. An tSráidbhaile B, 5. Naomh Muire, 6. An tSráidbhaile A Instrumental Music: 1. Naomh Muire, 2. Sliabh gCua, 3. Cill Rosanta, 4. An Ghráinnseach, 5. An Baile Dubh, 6. An Caisleán Cuanach Ballad Group: 1. Na Seamróga C, 2. An Ghráinnseach, 3. Ródaithe na Brice, 4. An Rinn A, 5. Na Seamróga A, 6. An Rinn
in O'Connell Street (now Rossiter's Butchers). John's sister, Margaret, married Tom Denn of Bawnfoun. John's occupation was given as mariner and grocer & publican. He was master and owner of the schooner 'Adroit' built in Pembroke. On December 24th, 1895, Captain Veale organised a temporary volunteer lifeboat crew to rescue the crew of the Moresby as the regular crew was not available. He was presented with the illuminated address as a token of thanks for his services. The Museum and the Abbeyside Pattern Committee had tried to acquire the Captain Veale address for permanent display in the museum in Dungarvan but were unable to take the matter further at the time. It is now back and will soon be on permanent display for all to see. THE VIKINGS ARE COMING TO DUNGARVAN The British Museum is preparing a new exhibition titled - Vikings – Life & Legend.This is the first major exhibition at the museum on the Vikings in over 50 years. The exhibition will consist of artefacts loaned from many museums including Ireland.There will be a live satellite broadcast of the exhibition at the SGC Cinema, Dungarvan on Thursday, 27th April, at 7.00 p.m. Reduced rate tickets are on sale now from the museum at €10. CUMANN NA mBAN We are looking for the individual stories of those involved and plan to
B Quiz: Cill Rosanta, Ródaithe na Brice, Na Seamróga C, an Baile Dubh, Na Seamróa A, Sliabh gCua Novelty Act: 1. Baile na Sagart, 2. An tSráidbhaile, 3. Meilearaí, 4. An Caisleán Cuanach Rince Seit: 1. Na Seamróga A, 2. Maigh Dheilge B, 3. Na Seamróga C, 4. Sliabh gCua, 5. An Baile Dubh, 6. Na Seamróga B.
organise an exhibition in April that accurately reflects the role Waterford women played in gaining an independent Ireland. If you can help us with our research, stories, documents, photos, etc., please contact Waterford County Museum at 058 45960. Many thanks to all those who have provided material to date. ANNUAL BOOK SALE We are currently collecting books for our annual book sale. If you have books to donate (no magazines or encyclopedias please) you can contact the museum at 058-45960 or drop them in to us in Friary Street. Many thanks to all our donors to date. GROUP VISITS TO MUSEUM We had many school and community groups from the locality visiting the museum in 2013 and hope to have more in 2014. It is vital that we encourage young people in particular to take an interest in the history of their locality. Groups can be given a guided tour, there are replica items which can be handled and DVDs on local subjects such as The Moresby, Railways, etc. If you are interested in arranging a visit please ring 05845960 to make an appointment. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Phone 058-45960. Email: info@waterfordmuseum.ie Web: www.waterfordmuseum.ie / www.facebook.com/waterfordcountymuseum