Death Notices for Laois - Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Br. Finbarr (Jeremiah) O'Keeffe- Castletown

The death has occurred of Br. Finbarr (Jeremiah) O'Keeffe of De La Salle Brothers, Castletown and late of Ruhillmore, Boherbue, Co. Cork. Died February 10th 2025, peacefully in the loving care of the community and staff of Miguel House.

Predeceased by his parents Timothy and Mary, sisters Peggy Fitzgerald and Kathleen O' Riordan, brothers Timmy and Matt.

Deeply missed by his nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, many relatives and friends and especially by his confreres in religion and the staff in Miguel House Care Home.

Reposing in Miguel House (R32NX40) on Wednesday February 12th from 11am with Evening Prayer and Rosary at 7pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday February 13th at 12 Noon, followed by Burial immediately afterwards in the Monastery Cemetery, Castletown. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Fiona Booth- Mountmellick

The death has occurred of Fiona Booth (née Bradford) of  Gowran, Kilkenny / Mountmellick, Laois. Fiona passed away unexpectedly on 9th February 2025. Beloved wife of Robert and cherished Mum of Conor and Emily. Fiona will be deeply missed by her heartbroken husband and children, mother Margaret, brother Robert, parents-in-law Patrick and Julia Booth (Coolbanagher, Emo, Portlaoise), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunts and uncles, nephews and nieces, extended family and a wide circle of friends Fiona is predeceased by her father Anthony Bradford.

Fiona's family would like to thank in a special the members of An Garda Síochána, the Civil Defence, Kilkenny Sub Aqua and all others who helped and supported them during the past few days. May her Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing in Johnston's Funeral Home, John's Green, Kilkenny (R95XE00) on Wednesday (12th Feb) from 5pm to 8pm pausing for Rosary and Vigil Prayers at 6.30pm. Requiem Mass on Thursday morning at 11am in St. Colman's Church, Clara, Co. Kilkenny (R95K290). Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

James Fitzpatrick - Castletown / Ballybrophy

The death took place on Sunday, February 9 of James (Jimmy) Fitzpatrick, Churchfield Heights, Castletown, Co. Laois and formerly of Ballybrophy, Co. Laois and the UK.

Passed away peacefully at Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise. Predeceased by his parents, brother Charles & his wife Celia.

Deeply regretted by his son Stephen, daughter Anne-Marie, daughter in law Mel, Anne-Marie's partner Steve, adored grandchildren Jamie, Connor, Matthew, Caitlin & Eden, his adored great grandchild Teddy, sister Mary (Campion), brother in law Jimmy, niece Caroline, nephews James, Lawrence, Paul and Richard, his partner Joan, extended family, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at Guilfoyle's Funeral Home, Castletown, (Eircode R32TN84), Wednesday (Feb 12th) from 5pm with prayers at 8pm. Removal from Guilfoyle's Funeral Home, Castletown on Thursday morning (Feb 13th) at 11.30am to arrive at St. Kieran's Church, Knockaroo, for Funeral Mass at 12 Noon, followed by interment in the adjoining Cemetery.

John Hearns - Portlaoise

The death took place on February 8 of John Hearns of Hillview, Portlaoise.

Died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family and in the tender care of the doctors, nurses and staff of Portlaoise Hospital.

Predeceased by his sister Mary.

Sadly missed by his loving wife Kathleen, his sisters Christine, Sheila, Margaret, Kathleen and his brother Michael, sisters-in-law Nora, Mary and brother-in-law Tommy, his cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Reposed in Keegan’s Funeral Home Portlaoise on Sunday from 4pm to 5.30pm, pausing for The Rosary at 5pm.

Reposed on Monday morning from 10am. Removal at 10.30am to St.Fintan’s Church Ballyfin via Pallas for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial after in St. Fintans Cemetery Ballyfin.

Patrick Corcoran - Rosenallis

The death took place on February 8 of Patrick (Pat) Corcoran, Cattle Dealer, Shanbeg, Rosenallis, Co Laois.

Died at home, surrounded by his devoted family.

Sadly missed by his wife Anne, children Edel (Lynch), James, Brendan, Patrick, Teresa, Anne Marie (Buggy), Marese (Munnelly) & Breda (Leacy), his brother Alo and his sister Anne Usher, all his 22 treasured grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and a wide circle of friends.

Reposed in his home on Sunday 9 with Rosary at 8pm and all day Monday with Rosary at 8pm. Removal on Tuesday morning at 11am to St. Brigid's Church Rosenallis for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Burial after in St. Brigid's Cemetery.

Mary McRedmond - Clonaslee

The death took place on February 7 of Mary (Mollie) McRedmond, (née Kane), Chapel Street, Clonaslee, Co. Laois.

Died peacefully in the loving care of the staff at The Residence Nursing Home, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, with her daughter Mary by her side. Predeceased by her beloved husband Blaise & her brother John.

Dearly loved mother of Mary, Linda & Yvonne. Mollie will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Jeffrey, Charlotte, Daniel & Jamie, her 3 great-grandchildren, son-in-law Niall, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, great neighbours and friends.

Funeral Mass on Monday the 10th of February at 12 noon,in St Manman's Church, Clonaslee, with burial afterwards in St. Manman's cemetery Clonaslee.

Elizabeth O'Connell - Stradbally

The death took place on February 8 of Elizabeth (Lil) O'Connell (née Murphy), Lucan, Co. Dublin and formerly of Stradbally, Co. Laois.

Passed away peacefully at Connolly Hospital with her family by her side. Predeceased by her sister Bridie and brother John. Beloved wife of the late Jeremiah (Jerry), much loved mother of Marguerite, Niall and Jerome and devoted grandmother to Aaron, Connor, Ciara and Nathan. Will be very sadly missed by her daughter, sons, grandchildren, son-in-law Malachy, daughter-in-law Samantha, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.

Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Lucan on Monday evening February 10 between 5pm and 7pm.

Removal on Tuesday morning February 11 to St. Mary’s Church, Lucan arriving for Funeral Mass at 10am followed by burial in Esker Cemetery.

Elizabeth’s funeral service may be viewed online (live only) by following this LINK.

Eileen Connell - Portlaoise

The death took place on February 6 of Eileen Connell (née Cooke), Newry and Portlaoise.

Eileen died peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Michael R.I.P., devoted mother of Roisin, Brendan and Kevin and treasured sister of James and the late Mary, Dan, Sean and Eddie R.I.P.

Her remains will repose at her late residence 4 Beechmount Park, Newry on Friday for family only and on Saturday and Sunday from 12noon until 8pm for anyone wishing to pay their respects. Requiem Mass for Eileen will be celebrated on Monday at 12.30pm in St. Catherine’s Church, Dominic Street, burial afterwards in St. Mary’s cemetery.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her sons, daughter, daughters-in-law Roisin and Sian, grandchildren Caoimhe, Aine, Michael, Daniel, Christian, Darcey and Anne, also her brother, nieces, nephews and the entire family circle.

Margaret O'Brien (née Slattery)

The death took place on February 7 of Margaret O’Brien (née Slattery) The Hermitage, Portlaoise, Co. Laois and formerly of St. Joseph’s Terrace, Clarecastle, Co. Clare.

Peacefully at Kilminchy Lodge Nursing Home, Portlaoise. Predeceased by her husband Gerard (Gerry). Sadly missed by her children Michael, Gerard, John and Patrick, daughter-in-law Denise, grandchildren Robert, Jessica, Sophie, Tia and Bowie, great-grandchildren Freddy and Frankie, sisters Breda, Deloris and Theresa, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Julia O'Connell - Vicarstown 

The death has taken place on February 7 of Julia O'Connell (née Miller) Vicarstown, Laois.