William (Willie) Flynn - Clonaslee
The death has occurred of William (Willie) Flynn of Coolagh, Clonaslee, Laois, R32AE09 Died the 26th of January 2026, peacefully, in the Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his wife Nancy.
Dearly loved father of Declan, Niall & Deirdre. Willie will be sadly missed by his daughters-in-law Carmel & Gail, son-in-law Enda, grandchildren Megan, Dylan, Jack, Grace, Shannon & Conor, sisters Nora & Betty, sisters-in-law Betty & Josie, brother-in-law Donie, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. May Willie's Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.
Reposing at his residence (Eircode R32AE09) on Wednesday the 28th of January from 4 - 8pm with Rosary at 8pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday the 29th of January at 12 noon in St. Manman’s Church, Clonaslee, with burial afterwards in St. Manman’s Cemetery, Clonaslee. Willie's Funeral Mass can be viewed on www.churchmedia.tv by selecting County Laois.
Willie’s family would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support at this difficult time.
William (Billy) Molloy - Ballybrittas
The death occurred of William (Billy) Molloy, Fisherstown, Ballybrittas, Laois on January 24, 2026. William (Billy) Molloy passed away suddenly at his residence. Sadly missed by his loving family. Predeceased by his mother Chrissie and his father Joe. Fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters Mary, Ellen, Mag, Joe and John, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews , relatives, neighbours and friends. May Billy Rest in Peace
Billy will be reposing at his sister Margaret’s residence ‘The Old Barracks’ Ballybrittas on Thursday 29th from 5pm until recital of the rosary at 8pm. Removal by Whelehan Funeral Directors on Friday at 11.20am to arrive to the Sacred Heart Church, Rath (R32 FN44) for 12 noon Requiem Mass. Interment will follow in the New Cemetery Emo. Sympathisers can extend their sympathies on the online condolence facilities below. House private on Friday morning please. The Molloy family would like to thank you for your support during this sad time.
All Enquires to Whelehan Funeral Directors - 087 9800 507
Bridget (Bridie) O’Neill -Tiereran
The death occurred of Bridget (Bridie) O’Neill (née Kelly) of Knockbeg Road, formerly of Tiereran, Laois passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 25, 2026, at her home. Predeceased by her loving husband William.
She will be sadly missed by her brother Joe, sons and daughters Liam, Eamonn, Declan, Catriona, Colm and Siobhain, her grandchildren Aaron, James, Conor, Sean, Katie, Shane, Thomas, Jack, Ben, Liam, Orla, Patrick, Phillip, Maria, Adam, Sofia, Zach and Samir, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives and friends.May Bridie’s gentle soul rest in peace.
Bridie will repose at Carpenters Funeral Home Maryborough St., Graiguecullen, Carlow (R93 ET80) on Thursday January 29th from 4pm concluding with Prayers at 7pm. Removal from there on Friday morning at 10.45am to St Clare’s Church, Graiguecullen, arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Sleaty New Cemetery, Carlow. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer Society of Ireland.
Ciarán O'Neill - Stradbally
The death has occurred of Ciarán (Nelly) O'Neill, Kylebeg, Stradbally suddenly at his home on January 23, 2026.
Dearly loved and only son of Brian and Claire. Ciarán will be sadly missed and forever loved by his heartbroken parents, his loving sisters Anna and Emma, his adored Nanny Carmel, his girlfriend Leah, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, teammates, kind neighbours and his large circle of friends.
Ciarán will repose at the Presentation Chapel, Stradbally, on Monday from 3.00pm, with the recital of the Rosary at 8 pm. Requiem Mass will take place in the Sacred Heart Church, Stradbally, at 12 noon on Tuesday, followed by interment in Oakvale Cemetery.
House Private Please
Ciarán's Funeral Mass can be viewed on the Stradbally Parish Webcam: https://svtparish.ie/webcam
May Ciarán Rest in Peace
Patricia Bannon - Portlaoise
The death has occurred of Patricia Bannon (née Ryan) Newpark, Portlaoise and formerly Roscrea who died on January 24, 2026 suddenly but peacefully at the Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise, surrounded by her loving family.
Reunited with her beloved husband Christy and sister Margaret. Mourned by her devastated family, children Christopher, Elaine and Noel, daughters-in-law Claudia and Donna, grandchildren Luke, Aoibhinn, Áine, Ruairí, Aimee and great granddaughter Fíadh, brothers Jim and PJ, sister Anne, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and wide circle of friends.
Reposing at Keegans Funeral Home on Tuesday evening from 6.30 pm until 8 pm with rosary at 7.30 pm. Funeral arriving at SS Peter and Paul's Church on Wednesday for 11 am Requiem Mass. Interment will follow in SS Peter and Paul's Cemetery, Portlaoise.
Rest in Peace.
Andy Bergin - Timahoe
The death has occurred of Andy Bergin, Timahoe, Laois on January 24, 2026 suddenly.
Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons Andy, Kieran and Martin, daughter Maria (Fogarty) daughters in-law Sheila, Niamh, Jean , son-in-law Paddy, grandchildren Lauren, Jack, Molly, Patrick, Andy and Joe, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, niece's, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Andy will be reposing in Saint Michael's Church, Timahoe on Wednesday, January 28 from 5pm until recital of the rosary at 8pm.
Removal by Whelehan Funeral Directors on Thursday morning at 11.30am to arrive at Saint Michael's Church, Timahoe for 12 noon Requiem Mass. Which can be viewed on the church webcam https://svtparish.ie/st-michaels-church-timahoe-webcam
Interment to follow in Saint Michael's Cemetery.
Annie Doyle - Clonaslee
The death has occurred of Anna (Annie) Doyle, (née Kelly), Brockagh, Clonaslee, Laois, R32T6E8 January 25, 2026 peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loving family & in the excellent care of Dr Julie Cunningham & Dr Mary Sheehan & their team at Clonaslee Health Centre. Predeceased by her beloved husband Leo (Johnny), her grandchildren Yvonne & Conor, her sisters Maureen, Teresa, Peg, Catherine, Rita & her brothers Sean & Michael.
Remembered with love by her daughters Kaye (Portugal), Carol (Limerick), Ann (Sydney), Marie (Crusheen), Dolores (Rathfarnham), Breeda (Clondalkin) & her sons Des (Athlone), Leo (Waterford), Declan (New Ross), Maurice (Kildare), Paul (Sydney), Fergal (Brockagh), Kenny (Limerick), her sisters Bridie & Una, her brother Dennis, her 20 grandchildren, her 17 great-grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, sisters-in-law Diana & Gabrielle, brother-in-law David, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours & her many friends.
Reposing at her home (Eircode R32T6E8) on Tuesday, January 27 from 12 noon with Rosary at 8 pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday the 28th of January at 12 noon in St Manman's Church, Clonaslee, with burial afterwards in St. Manman's Cemetery, Clonaslee. Annie's Funeral Mass can be viewed on www.churchmedia.tv by selecting County Laois.
Annie's family would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support at this difficult time.
Family flowers only please. House Strictly Private on Wednesday morning please.
Paddy Dunne - Portarlington
The death has occurred of Patrick (Paddy) Dunne, Ballymorris, Portarlington, formerly of Congress Tce Portarlington peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Regional Hospital Portlaoise on January 23, 2026.
Deeply regretted by his loving nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends.
The family would like to thank you for your support and understanding at this sad and difficult time.
Funeral arrangements later.
Late Martin McEvoy - Abbeyleix / Ballinakill
The death has occurred of Martin McEvoy Raggetstown, Abbeyleix, Laois / Ballinakill, Laois on January 23, 2026
Funeral arrangements later.
James Mulhall - Emo
The death has occurred of James (Shay) Mulhall on January 23, 2026, Elm Mount Road, Beaumont and formerly of Emo, Co Laois, peacefully after a long illness surrounded by his loving family and in the wonderful care of the staff in St Peters Ward, Beaumont Hospital.
Beloved husband of Phil and loving Dad to James, Rachel, Suzanne and Philip. Predeceased by his brothers Eddie and Patsy Mulhall. Very sadly missed by his wife, sons and daughters, sons-in-law Vincent and Tommy, daughter-in-law Serena, grandchildren Sarah, James, Rory, Alannah, Jamie, Lily and Ted, extended family, Buddy, friends and neighbours.
Reposing at Stafford’s Funeral Home, Marpark, Donnycarney on Tuesday, January 27 from 2pm to 4pm. Removal on Wednesday morning to the Church of St Paul, Emo arriving for Funeral Mass at 1pm followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Donations in lieu of flowers to Beaumont Hospital Foundation in Memory of James (Shay) Mulhall.
