Ann Kavangh - Colt
The death has occurred of Ann Kavanagh, (née Knowles), Colt, Ballyroan on January 21 peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her husband Tony and infant son John.
Dearly loved mother to Leo, Adrian, Martina and Majella. Cherished grandmother to Tara, and Aaron. Deeply regretted by her son-in-law Max, sister Lily, and brother Michael, Sister-in-law Mary, brother-in-law Peter, nephew, nieces, neighbours, cousins, relatives and friends.
Reposing at Keegans Funeral home Portlaoise (R32Y368) on Friday evening from 5.30 pm until 7 pm, with prayers at 6.30 pm.
Requiem Mass at 12 noon, in St Fintan's Church, Raheen, Saturday, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.
May she rest in peace.
Aidan McNamara - Abbeyleix
The death occurred of Aidan Mc Namara, Abbey Crescent, Ballyroan Road, Abbeyleix on January 21 peacefully at Portlaoise hospital following a brief illness.
Beloved and devoted husband of Kay, Aidan is sadly missed by his loving family, Brian, Cormac, Alan and Diarmuid, brother Melvin and sister Carmel, daughters-in-law Maria, Noreen, Susan and Lisa, grandchildren Hugh, Lottie and Emillia, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Sincerest thanks were extended to staff of Kilminchy Lodge Nursing Home for all your help.
A private blessing and cremation will take place,in accordance with family wishes. The family appreciate your understanding and support at this time.
Rest in peace.
Mary Kelly - Ballylinan
The death has occurred of Mary Kelly (née Ryan) of Boley, Ballylinan, on Tuesday, January 20 at Portlaoise hospital.
Mary is missed by her Son Ken and her three grandchildren, her Sister Rita and Nephew PJ.
Mary's funeral will arrive to St Lazerian's Church, Leighlinbridge on Friday, January 23 for 11 am Requiem Mass. Burial afterwards in St Lazerian's cemetery.
May her soul rest in peace.
Annette Scully - Clonaslee
The death has occurred of Annette Scully (née Bracken), Coolagh, Clonaslee, peacefully on January 21, after the bravest of battles, for the last two and a half years.
Predeceased by her late father & mother, Paddy & Rose, her sisters, Pauline Bracken and Maura Mangan, her sister-in-law Lucy O'Shea, and her mother-in-law Winnie Scully.
Deeply regretted by the heartbroken family, her husband Dermot, her children Róisín, Darragh, Gráinne and Oona, her brothers Sean and Noel, her father-in-law Brendan Scully, sisters & brothers-in-law Fionnuala, Carmel, Patricia, Moira, Rosemary, Brendan and John, nieces and nephews. Annette will be deeply missed by her work colleagues in the HSE and her large number of friends and family.
A special thanks to Tullamore Regional Hospital, the Beacon Hospital and St Vincent’s Private Hospital. A massive thank you to the nurses & staff at St Brigid's Hospice the Curragh, for all the care, work and dedication that went above and beyond the care of duty for the last number of weeks, we will be forever grateful.
Reposing at her residence, (Eircode R32F59C) on Friday, January 23 from 2 - 8pm, with Rosary at 8pm.
Funeral Mass on Saturday, January 24 at 12 noon in St Manman's Church, Clonaslee, with burial afterwards in St. Manman's Cemetery, Clonaslee. Annette's Funeral Mass can be viewed on www.churchmedia.tv by selecting County Laois.
Annette's family would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support at this difficult time.
House strictly private on Saturday morning please.
May Annette's Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Martin Stokes - Mountmellick
The death has occurred on January 22 peacefully of Martin Stokes, Portarlington Road, Mountmellick, surrounded by his loving family, in the wonderful care of The Staff of St James Hospital, Dublin.
Deeply regretted by his loving family, relatives & his many friends.
Funeral arrangements later.
John Moore - Mountmellick
The death has occurred of John Moore, O'Moores Forest, Mountmellick, peacefully on Wednesday, January 21 surrounded by his loving family at the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise.
Predeceased by his parents Peter and Julia Moore, his brother Monsignor Terry Moore, and his sisters Mona and Bernie.
Sadly missed by his loving wife Margaret (Maggie), loving daughter's Mary and Sheila, sons Peter, Ger and Terry, nine grandchildren Pauric, Maria, Mairead, James, Sean, Sarah, Conor, Luke and Darragh, his two great-grandchildren Rachel and Rosín.
Also mourned by sons-in-law Joe and Pete, daughters-in-law Theresa and Ailish, his sisters Dympna and Ronnie, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Reposing in Moloney's Funeral Home, Mountmellick (R32 PC95) on Friday, January 23 from 4 pm. Recital of the Rosary 7 pm. Removal on Saturday at 10.20 am to St. Fintan’s Church, Ballyfin, arriving for 11 am Requiem mass. Burial afterwards in St Fintan’s Cemetery.
Jimmy Walshe - Mountmellick
The death has occurred of Jimmy Walshe of Emmett Terrace, Mountmellick, Laois. Past employee of Mountmellick Textiles. Died on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving wife at the Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise. Sadly missed by his loving wife Helen, brother Paddy, brother-in-law Michael, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Reposing in Moloney's Funeral Home, Mountmellick on Thursday, January 22 from 5 pm. Recital of the Rosary 6:30 pm. Removal on Friday morning at 10:50 am to St Joseph's Church, Mountmellick, arriving for 11 am Requiem mass. Burial afterwards in St Joseph's Cemetery.
Mass will be live-streamed via the parish webcam https://www.mountmellickparish.ie
Family flowers only. No Mass cards please. Donations to Friends of Portlaoise Hospital.
House Strictly Private.
Francis (Frank) Tyndall - Portlaoise
The death has occurred of Francis (Frank) Tyndall, Cois-na-habahainn, Portlaoise on January 2026, peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the great care of The Residence Nursing Home, Portlaoise.
Predeceased by his parents and brother Eamon. Deeply regretted by his twin brother John, brother Jim, sisters Mary, Ann and Catherine, niece Karen, brothers-in-law James and Noel, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and all his friends and staff at the Muiriosa Foundation who cared and supported Frank throughout his life.
Reposing at Keegan's Funeral Home on Thursday, January 22, from 7 pm until 8:30 pm with rosary at 8 pm. Requiem Mass on Friday at 11am in SS Peter and Paul's Church Portlaoise, followed by interment in SS Peter and Paul's Cemetery.
