Death notices for Laois -Monday, June 29

Josephine Kirwan Brennan - Portarlington

The death took place on June 26 of Josephine (Jo) Kirwan Brennan, Parklane, Portarlington, Laois .

Jo was predeceased by her parents John and Maureen, brothers Patrick, Eugene and Gerry.

Deeply regretted by her much loved husband and best friend Liam, sisters Lucy, Ròisìn and Margaret, brothers Peter, Michael and John, her good friend Colette and aunt Carmel, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, her many friends, neighbours and former work colleagues at Cabra Community College.

Reposing at Mahers Chapel of Rest Portarlington (eircode R32 X5XV) on Monday evening from 7pm with Rosary at 9pm. Removal on Tuesday morning at 9:20am arriving St Michael's Church Portarlington for Requiem Mass at 10am. A Cremation Service to take place afterwards.

​​​​​​Josephine's Requiem Mass will be streamed live on https://www.mcn.live/Cameras/st-michaels-church-portarlington

Family Flowers Only Please. House Strictly Private, Please.

Nicholas Bowden - Errill

The death took place on June 27 of Nicholas (Nick) Bowden, Village View, Errill, Co. Laois.

Passed away peacefully, in the presence of his loving family in the excellent care of management and staff at Patterson's nursing home Roscrea.

Predeceased by his wives Kathleen and Marie and brothers Bill and John.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his son Michael, daughters Ann, Sinéad and Geraldine, son-in-law Kevin, daughter-in-law Debs, adored grandchildren Charlie, Joseph, Rory, Amy, Jason, Katelyn, Conor, Ellie, Emma, Luke and Rebecca, brothers Martin, Philip, Michael and Pat, sisters Sheila and Sr Philip Ann, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Reposing at his residence Village View, Errill (Eircode R32 F2 C7) on Wednesday evening July 1st. from 4.30 pausing for prayer at 7.30. Removal on Thursday morning to the Queen of the Universe Church Errill arriving for Requiem Mass at 11 o'clock. Interment afterwards in Bealady Cemetery, Rathdowney.

Gerry Murphy - Portlaoise

The death took place on Friday, June 26 of Gerry Murphy St Brigids Place, Portlaoise, Co. Laois and formerly Dundalk Co.Louth.

Died peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his loving son Ger Murphy.

Beloved husband of Patsy and much loved father of Damien, Brian, Niall, Cathal, Evelyn, Sinead, Trish, Lorraine and Rachel. He will be deeply missed and forever loved by his wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, (Dundalk) extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

A kind gentle and devoted family man, he will be remembered for his warmth, generosity and quiet strength, his love guidance and unwavering support will remain in the hearts of all who knew him.

Reposed at Keegan's Funeral Home on Sunday from 4:30pm with recital of the rosary at 5:45pm removal thereafter to SS Peter and Paul's Church Portlaoise for 6:30pm funeral prayers. Requiem mass on Monday at 11am followed by interment in SS Peter and Paul's cemetery Portlaoise. House private.

Margaret Morris - Portlaoise

The death took place on June 26 of Peggy Morris, Colliers Lane, Portlaoise. Died

Died peacefully at home. Predeceased by her beloved husband Michael and daughter Pauline.

Deeply regretted by her loving children Kieran, Michelle, Mary and Michael, cherished grandmother to her 15 grandchildren and her 3 great grandchildren, sister Philomena, brother Fr Dan, sons-in-law John and Eamon, daughters-in-law Catriona and Tracy, sister-in-law Maria, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at Keegan's funeral home on Sunday from 7:30pm until 9pm with rosary at 8:30pm. Removal on Monday to SS Peter and Paul's Church Portlaoise for 2pm requiem mass. Followed by interment in SS Peter and Paul's cemetery.

Joseph Delaney - Ballinakill

The death took place on Friday, June 26 of Joseph Delaney, Castlecoole, Ballinakill, Laois.

Joe died peacefully at Kilminchy Lodge Nursing Home, Portlaoise.

He is predeceased by his wife Kathleen, brothers Neddy and Mick, sisters Bridie, Maureen (Holy Family), Patricia (Salesians), Kitty, Sheila and Nuala (Salesians).

Deeply regretted by his sister Sr. Esther (Holy Family),nieces Mary, Angela and Olivia, nephew Cieran, grandnephews Shane and Kian, grandnieces Celine, Sarah and Johanna, great-grandnieces Tilly, Amara and Layla, great-grandnephew Alfie, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at his residence in Castlecoole on Monday 29th June from 4pm until 8pm with Prayers at 8pm.

Funeral Mass on Tuesday at 11oc in St.Brigid's Church Ballinakill which can be viewed on the link http://www.ballinakillknockparish.com

Burial afterwards in St. Brigid's Cemetery Ballinakill.

James Feeney - Mountmellick

The death has occurred of James Feeney from Kirwan Park in Mountmellick. James passed away peacefully in Beaumont Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, June 25.

Deeply regretted by his loving mother Mai and father Seamus, brother Jason and sister Jade, uncles, aunts, his nieces Ashley and Teagan and nephew Rían.

Missed by his girlfriend Imelda, relatives, neighbours and his large group of supportive and loving friends.

Thanks to everyone who took care of James in B. Braun Wellstone Midlands Renal Care Centre in Portlaoise, Tullamore Hospital and Beaumont Hospital, and to all the doctors and nurses involved in his care.

Please wear casual clothes and rock band T-shirts if you have any, or Man United jerseys for James Funeral.

Reposing in Moloney’s Funeral Home Mountmellick (R32 PC95) on Monday from 5pm. Recital of the Rosary at 6.30pm. Removal on Tuesday at 10.45am to St. Joseph’s Church Mountmellick for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in St Joseph’s Cemetery.

Daniel Cass - Abbeyleix

The death took place on June 27 of Daniel (Danny) Cass, Balladine, Abbeyleix.

Danny passed away unexpectedly. Predeceased by his beloved wife Kathleen, sister Molly (Bates) and brother Hugh.

Danny will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sons Michael and Charles, daughter Sarah (Kenneally) sister Margaret, brothers Joe and Michael, daughters-in-law Rita and Niamh, son-in-law Denis, grandchildren Rachel, Jennifer, Emma, Daniel, Katie, Molly, Leigh, Donal and Anna, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.

A proud member of the farming community, Danny leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication and love of the land.

Danny will remain close to our hearths and his memory will be kept alive through the stories and fond memories of him that we hold.

Funeral arrangements to follow.