Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Pat Lillis
Kilminchy, Portlaoise, Laois/Doonbeg, Clare
Lillis, Pat, Kilminchy, Portlaoise and late of Shragh, Co. Clare, May 2nd 2020, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his brother Tom. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Mary, son Paddy. sisters Marion and Mary, brothers in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Given the exceptional climate and to protect the welfare of everyone who knew him, a private funeral, with immediate family only, will take place, at 12 noon on Monday in SS Peter and Paul’s Church, Portlaoise and will be streamed on the webcam.
Those who would have liked to attend his funeral, but due to these restrictions cannot, please leave a personal message for the family on the condolence page below, or send condolences in the traditional manner. The family thank you for your cooperation, understanding and support during this sensitive time.
Michael (Sonny) Brophy
Russelstown, Attanagh, Laois/Attanagh, Kilkenny
Peacefully, at St Vincent’s hospital Dublin. Husband of the late Bridie. Deeply regretted by his sisters Julia (Phelan), Annie (Butler), Peg & Mary (San Francisco), sisters in law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
In keeping with government guidelines regarding public gatherings, a private funeral will take place. A Memorial Mass for Sonny will take place at a later date.
Bridie Kaye (née Bryan)
Rahin, Ballylinan, Laois
In her 92nd year. Peacefully, at her home on Saturday the 2nd of May. Pre-deceased by her husband Willie. Dearly loved mother of Noreen, Mena, Ber, Liz, Mary, Carmel, Tricia and Pádraig. Sadly missed by her loving family, brothers, sisters, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and friends.
A private family funeral will take place, due to Government advice regarding public gatherings.
Joe Mahon
Gurteen, Ballickmoyler, Laois/Ballickmoyler, Carlow
Joe Mahon of Gurteen, Ballickmoyler, Co. Laois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on May 2nd, 2020, at his home.
Beloved husband of Sarah, much loved father of Arnold, Eamonn, Joseph and John, adored grandfather of Cillian, Luke, Julia, Eamonn, Katie, Jack and Tomás and cherished brother of Seamus, Arnold, Vincent, Eileen, Maura, Kathleen, Vera and the late Eugene.
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, grandchildren, daughters-in-law Jenny, Mary, Maria and Sarah, brothers, sisters, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, uncle Paddy, nephew, nieces, relatives, good neighbours and friends.
Joe’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.
Those who wish to leave a personal message of condolence may do so in the “Condolences” section below.
A celebration of Joe’s life will take place at a later date.
James Joseph (Squeak) Brady
Ash Trees, Stradbally, Laois
James passed away peacefully in the company of his loving and devoted family in Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise. Greatly missed by his wife Mary, daughters Mary and Susan, sons Seamus, Richard, Paul and Conor. Sadly missed by his daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Private family funeral. Covid 19 protocol is in place. Social distancing to be observed. Memorial mass will be organised at a later date. Requiem Mass will be live streamed on Sunday at 11.30 am on Stradbally Noticeboard Facebook page.
The Brady family would like to thank you for your co-operation, understanding and support during this sensitive and difficult time.
Aron Ging
Clonrooske View, Portlaoise, Laois
Ging, Aron, Clonrooske View, Portlaoise, April 30th 2020. At Tullamore Regional Hosp. Predeceased by his mother Patricia. Deeply regretted by his loving sisters Emma, Lisa and brother Ross, his father Richard, grandparents, uncles, aunts, nephew Michael, cousins, relatives and friends.
Given the exceptional climate and to protect the welfare of everyone who knew him, a private funeral, with immediate family only, will take place, at 12 noon on Saturday in SS Peter and Paul’s Church, Portlaoise. And will be streamed on the webcam.
The family thank you for your cooperation, understanding and support during this sensitive time.
Sean O’Riordan
Church Street, Tullamore, Offaly/Mountmellick, Laois
Sean O’Riordan, Church Street, Tullamore, Co. Offaly and formerly of Mountmellick, Co. Laois. Died on the 30th of April 2020, suddenly, at his residence. He will be sadly missed by his son Alan, daughter-in-law Roshni, grandson Noah, and his Ex wife Mary. Deeply regretted by his sisters, brothers, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Due to Government advice and Covid 19 protocols regarding public gatherings a private family funeral will take place.
Rosemary Eacrett (née Reid)
Killarney, Kerry/Tarbert, Kerry/Lanesboro, Roscommon/Portarlington, Laois
Peacefully in the loving care of the staff of Heatherlee Nursing Home, Killarney, Rosemary. Beloved wife of the late George and loving mother of Valerie (Hilliard) and Peter. Sadly missed by her family, son-in-law Adrian, daughter-in-law Karen, grandchildren Sarah, Robert, Nathan, Sydney and Quinten, great grandchildren Aoife and Quinn, sister Iris, relatives and friends.
In accordance with Government and HSE directives and in the interest of public health, a private funeral will take place for Rosemary with burial in Lea Churchyard, Portarlington, Co Laois.
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