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Death Notices for Laois
Annette Reilly - Rathdowney
The death has occurred peacefully of Annette Reilly (née Loughlin) Blanchardstown, Dublin and formerly of 1 Moore Street, Rathdowney, on September 10 in the loving care of the staff at St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown.
Beloved wife of the late Patrick (Paddy), much-loved and cherished mother of Patrick, Ann Marie and James and an adored grandmother of Liam, Seamus and Teagan. Predeceased by her mother Maura and father John and sisters Eleanor and Mary. Sadly missed by her loving sons, daughter, grandchildren, Patrick’s partner Dina, Ann Marie’s partner Tony, brothers, sister, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Church Avenue, Blanchardstown on Monday evening (September 15th) from 5 pm to 7 pm. Removal on Tuesday morning (September 16th) St Patrick’s Church, Corduff, arriving for Funeral Mass at 11 am followed by burial in Rooske Cemetery, Dunboyne, Co. Meath. Annette’s funeral mass may be viewed online (live only) at 11 am on Tuesday by following this LINK. Family flowers only please.
Donations, if desired, to St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown.
May she rest in peace.
Agnes Mary Whelan - Portlaoise
The death has occurred of Agnes Mary Whelan (née Lawless), 71 Sefton Road, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England, formerly O'Moore Place, Portlaoise/Castletown/Stradbally who died on September 7th 2025.
Died unexpectedly at her daughter's residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her parents Nancy (Annie) and Jack, brothers Charlie, Jim, Bill, Martin, John, sisters Anne, Julie and Nora.
Deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by her loving children, Threasa, Thomas, Johnny, Shaidine and Mark, her 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, sisters Mary and Mag, brothers Michael and PJ, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and her large circle of friends in Ireland and UK.
Reposing at Guilfoyle's Funeral Home, Castletown, (Eircode R32TN84) this Friday evening (Sept 12th) from 6pm to 8pm with prayers at 8pm.
Agnes will repose at Austin's Funeral Home, 9-11 Letchmore Road, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 3JH, with her funeral taking place at a later date.
Agnes's family would like to express a heartfelt thank you to the Irish Emergency Services.
May Agnes Rest in Peace.
Geraldine Marum-Crossan- Portlaoise
The death has occurred of Geraldine Marum-Crossan, Lake Drive, Kilminchy, Portlaoise and formerly Naas Co Kildare. Died peacefully at the Midlands Regional Hospital, Tullamore, on 9th September, 2025.
Predeceased by her parents Edward and Ann, brother Raymond and nephew Stephen, loving wife to Mick, wonderful and loving mother to Stephanie, Amanda, Amber and Eve.
Sadly missed by her sons-in-law, her adored grandchildren Oliver, Fionn, Reuben and Caleb, her brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at her residence R32W40K on Thursday September 11th from 5pm till 8pm with Rosary at 7pm. Requiem Mass on Friday at 11am in SS Peter and Pauls Church, Portlaoise. Followed by interment in SS Peter and Pauls Cemetery, Portlaoise.
The family wish to express their gratitude to Dr. Bergin Renal Dialysis team at the Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore and the Braun Clinic Portlaoise.
Sheila Callaghan- Portlaoise
The death has occurred of Sheila Callaghan, (Portlaoise, Co. Laois and formerly of Lucan, Co. Dublin) September 9th, 2025. Peacefully surrounded by her loving family, in the excellent care of the staff at Midlands Regional Hospital, Tullamore.
Beloved sister of Ann, Noel, Mary, Ollie, Dolores and Bernard and much loved aunt. Sadly missed by her loving sisters, brothers, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Reposing at Cunningham’s Funeral Home, Lucan on Thursday evening (September 11th) between 6 pm and 8 pm. Optional removal on Friday morning (September 12th) to St. Mary’s Church, Lucan arriving for Funeral Mass at 10 am followed by burial in Esker Cemetery.
Sheila’s funeral service may be viewed online (live only) by following this LINK.
May she rest in peace.
Bridget Boyle - Stradbally
The death has occurred suddenly of Bridget Boyle (née Ward) No.1 Court View, Stradbally, and formerly No 20 The Crescent, Ballylinan, and Tuam, Co. Galway.
Pre-deceased by her parents Davy & Biddy; Sisters Tracy & Annie; and Brothers Martin and Pat.
Sadly missed by her beloved husband Mick; her One and Only daughter Jennifer and Partner John; her Adored Grandchildren Meadow and Harley; Her Sisters Kathleen, Mary, and Geraldine Brothers John, Tom, Dave and Willie; Brothers-in-law, Sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, neighbours and Friends.
Reposing at Burns Funeral Home,(H54X304) Tuam on Friday evening from 4pm to 6pm followed by removal to the Cathedral of the Assumption, Tuam (H54WP66)
Requiem Mass for Bridget Boyle on Saturday at 11-30am in the Cathedral of the Assumption Tuam. followed by Burial in Tuam Cemetery.
Funeral Mass will be live-streamed on the Tuam Cathedral Webcam and broadcast on Parish Radio 108FM.
May Bridget’s Kind and Gentle Soul Rest in Eternal Peace.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Agnes (nee Hutchinson).
Arthur will be sadly missed by his family John, Phil, Vickie, Gerald, Antoinette and Caroline, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews extended family and friends.
Reposing in Tom Hennessy’s Funeral Home, Johnstown, Waterford X91 FW4A on Friday September 12th from 5pm. to 7pm. Funeral Service in St. Andrew’s Church, Dunmore East on Saturday at 2pm. Followed by interment in Killea New Cemetery, Dunmore East.
May Arthur Rest In Peace.
Pictured: Dermot Donaghy, Peter, James & Maria McElwee with Jeremy & Shuma Hashmi. Photos by Denis Byrne
Pictures Credit: Denis Byrne
Pictured: Tadhg Culliton reaching the Kilimanjaro summit at 9:20am, after three perilous days of climbing
Ramps on the approach to Emo village. Photo: Leinster Express
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