Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Brigid Dempsey (née McDonald)
Jamestown, Ballybrittas, Laois / Drumcondra, Dublin
Formerly of the Big Tree, Drumcondra, Dublin. Peacefully, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Deeply regretted by her loving husband Michael, children Oliver, Lisa and Martin, sister Agnes, grandchildren Aidan, Jack, Emily and Sofia, in-laws, nieces, nephews, extended family, her devoted carers, neighbours and friends.
Reposing at Maher’s Chapel of Rest, Portarlington, on Monday from 6pm with rosary at 8pm (please wear face coverings and adhere to social distancing guidelines). Removal on Tuesday at 11:15am (travelling via Ballybrittas) arriving Sacred Heart Church, Rath, for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to St John’s Cemetery Killenard (travelling via her residence). The family would like to thank you for your help and understanding at this sad and difficult time.
Brigid’s Requiem Mass will be streamed live on: https://laoisfuneralslive.com/johnmaherfuneraldirector
Michael Traynor
1 Erkindale Drive, Durrow, Laois
Peacefully, in the loving care of the nurses and staff of Abbeyleix Community Nursing Unit. Beloved husband of Bridget. Deeply regretted by his loving wife, brothers Brendan & Ben, sister Sally, sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Reposing at Phelan’s Funeral Home, Durrow, on Monday afternoon from 3.00 to 6.00 pm with rosary at 5.45pm. Removal to Holy Trinity Church, Durrow, on Tuesday morning for Requiem Mass at 11.00am. Burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private, please. The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on the following link: https://www.youtube.com/c/AllisonRitchieChurchSinger
Pat (Paddy) Fitzpatrick
Bloom’s House, Ballyhuppahan, Rosenallis
Fitzpatrick, Pat (Paddy), Bloom’s House, Ballyhuppahaun, Rosenallis. Formerly of Laois County Council, Mountmellick Development Association and The Knights Showband. Pat passed away peacefully under the tender care of the Palliative Team at Portloaise Regional Hospital and previously by Kilminchy Nursing Home. He will be forever missed by his loving wife Maureen, daughter Laura, son Bryan, daughter in law Suzanne, granddaughters Zoe and Eva, mother in law Phyllis Creaton, brothers in law, sisters in law, extended family, neighboursand many friends.
Requiem Mass on Monday at 2pm in St. Brigid’s Church Rosenallis. Burial after in St Brigid’s Cemetery. If attending please follow all Covid19 protocols and observe social distancing. House Strictly Private – please offer condolences via this online forum. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to the CúisleCentre. https://cuislecancersu
Ivan Metcalfe
Lucan, Dublin/Mountmellick, Laois
Metcalfe, (Lucan Co Dublin and Mountmellick Co Laois) October 22nd, 2021 (unexpectedly) in the excellent care of the Staff of The Beacon Hospital, Ivan loving husband and best friend of Carmel (nee O’Keeffe) and devoted Dad of Evan.
Deeply and deservingly regretted by his wife, son, brothers Ken (Mountmellick) and Sandy (Dublin), nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, neighbours, former work colleagues and a wide circle of friends.
Funeral arrangements later.
Pat Molloy
3 Clodiagh Way, Chapel St. Clonaslee
Passed away on the 22nd of October 2021, peacefully at the Regional Hospital Tullamore.
Predeceased by his mother Evelyn.
Deeply regretted by his father John, sisters Mary, Triona and Aideen, brothers Shane and Cathal, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and his many friends.
Funeral arrangements later.
Willie Lynch
St Brigids Place, Portlaoise, Laois
Lynch, St Brigid’s Place, Portlaoise, October 22nd 2021, peacefully, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Willie (Jnr), beloved husband of Kathleen and dearly loved father to Tara, Katie, Nicole, Shannon, Dylan, Aaron and Shane. Loving son to Betty. Deeply regretted by his loving family, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and a large circle of friends.
Reposing at his home. Rosary at 8pm on Sunday evening. Removal on Monday, to arrive at SS Peter and Paul’s Church for 2 pm requiem Mass. Interment afterwards in SS Peter and Paul’s Cemetery. Mass will be streamed live on http://www.portlaoiseparish.ie/web-cam/.
Anthony (Ronnie) O’Reilly
Mullaghanard, Rosenallis, Laois/Mountmellick, Laois
Ronnie died peacefully at the Regional Hospital Tullamore. Retired Staff Irish Prison Service. Predeceased by his wife Moira and brothers Andrew and Eugene. Deeply regretted by his wife Nancy and his sons and daughters Anthony, Sean Michael, Orla, Nora, Ray, Ursula and Fergus, brothers John Joe and Willie, sisters Mary and Ann, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, brothers and sisters in-law, neighbours, relatives and his many friends and former work colleagues.
Reposing in Moloney’s Funeral Home on Sunday from 4pm, recital of the Rosary at 6pm. Removal on Monday morning at 10:45am to St.Joseph’s Church for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in St.Joseph’s Cemetery. Due to government guidelines please wear face coverings and please adhere to social distance.
SEE ALSO – Deaths in Laois – Sunday, October 24, 2021
