Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Kathleen McCann (née Kennedy)
Chapel Street, Clonaslee, Laois
Kathleen McCann (nee Kennedy), Chapel Street, Clonaslee, Co. Laois. Died on the 24th of April 2020, peacefully, at home surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Tom and daughters Siobhan and Helen. Devoted mother to Declan, Criona (O’Brien), and TJ. She will be sadly missed by her son-in-law Tony, daughters-in-law Geraldine and Siobhan, grandchildren Tom, Conor, Liam, Niall, Niamh, Shane, and Kevin, great-granddaughter Kaitlyn, sister-in-law Liz, nieces, nephews, relatives and cherished friends.
We suggest using the online condolence page below as an option to offer your sympathies. Kathleen’s family thank you for your understanding at this very difficult time. Donations, if desired, to Laois Palliative Care.
Harry Boylan
Skerries, Dublin/Portarlington, Laois
Boylan, Harry, Skerries and Portarlington. Peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, 23rd April 2020. Devoted husband of the late Essie, father of the late Damian, and grandfather of his little angel Amy. Sadly missed by his children Harry Jnr, Linda, Cora, Martin, Anne, Joan and Maryjo, brother Jimmy and sister Anne, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, fifteen grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and large circle of friends.
Due to Government/HSE Covid-19 Guidelines, Private Funeral. Funeral mass in Saint Patrick’s Church, Skerries. Harry will be laid to rest with his beloved wife Essie and son Damian in Saint Michael’s Cemetery in Portarlington.
Frank Byrne
26 Hanover Court, Carlow Town, Carlow/Ballickmoyler, Laois
Frank Byrne of 26 Hanover Court, Carlow and formerly of Ballickmoyler, Carlow and Stradbally, Co. Laois, passed away peacefully on April 24th, 2020, at The Sacred Heart Hospital, Carlow.
Much loved father of Elizabeth, Michael, Francis, Phillip, Paul, Ger, Noeleen and the late James, cherished brother of Noeleen, Peter, Michael and the late Annie, Noel and Danny and much loved former husband of Geraldine.
He will be sadly missed by his loving sons, daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers, sister, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, friends, especially his good friend Mary.
Frank’s family understand and appreciate that people would like to offer their condolences. However, due to the current situation, all funeral arrangements will be private.
Paddy Daly
Derrinsallagh, Borris-in-Ossory, Laois
Paddy Daly, Derrinsallagh, Borris-in-Ossory, Co. Laois. April 24th. 2020 (peacefully) at his daughter Catherine’s residence, Tramore, Co. Waterford. Predeceased by his wife Kathleen (nee Nolan). Sadly missed by his loving children, Patrick, Kevin and Catherine, daughter-in-law Triona, son-in-law Maurice, grandchildren Caoimhe and Shauna, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
In accordance with Government and HSE recommendations regarding public gatherings a private funeral will take place for family only. A celebration of Paddy’s life will be held at a later date.
Kathleen Walsh
Portlaoise, Laois/Athy, Kildare
Kathleen (Kitty) Walsh, Colliers Wood, Portlaoise and late of Convent View, Athy, passed away, peacefully, at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Athy, in the care of the nurses and staff of St. Ann’s Ward. Predeceased by her husband Joseph, daughter Ann Timpson and her sons Patrick and Thomas. She will be sadly missed by her daughter Theresa (Holohan), son Michael, son-in-law Willie, grandsons Derek, Michael, Andrew, Ian, Gary and Niall, granddaughters Karen, Caterina, Susan, Valarie and Aoife, great grandchildren, daughter-in-law Bridget, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
In accordance with government guidelines on public gatherings, a private Funeral will take place, limited to family members only.
Brenda Dempsey (née Dunne)
Clanmalire, Portarlington, Laois/Portarlington, Offaly
Formerly Garryhinch Portarlington County Offaly. Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Loving daughter of the late Timmy and dear sister of the late Derek. Deeply regretted by her loving daughter Lesley, son Eoin and their father Paddy, mother Kay, sister Alice, brothers Tommy, Padraig, Tim and Adrian, son-in-law David, aunts, uncles, sisters-in-law, cousins, extended family, workmates, neighbours and many friends.
The family would like to thank the Palliative Care Team, the Primary Care Team, the Daffodil Day Nurse and Dr Murray for all their help and care.
Due to the Covid 19 Directive a Private Family Funeral will take place. A Memorial Mass for Brenda will take place at a later Date. The family would like to thank you for your understanding and support at this difficult time.
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