Death Notices

Hughie Murphy, Knockiel Drive, Rathdowney

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Hughie (Hugh) Murphy, Knockiel Drive, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, passed away April 18th 2025, after an illness bravely borne, peacefully, surrounded by his loving and devoted family in the exceptional care of the staff at St. Clare's Ward, Beaumont Hospital, Dublin. Predeceased by his father Hughie, grandparents Mary and Paddy Houlihan (Garron,…
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Mary Grant, Cuan Bhride

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Mary Grant (née Bergin), Cuan Bhride, Rathdowney, Co. Laois and formerly of Newtown, Ballybrophy, Co. Laois, passed away April 13th 2025, peacefully in the wonderful and loving care of the staff at Kilminchy Lodge Nursing Home, Portlaoise. Predeceased by her husband Alan, parents Bridget and Joe, sister Sheila (Fletcher). Deeply regretted…
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Mary Murphy (nee Grogan), Mallow & formerly Lisduff

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It is with deep sadness, in her 90th year, that we announce the passing of Mary Murphy (née Grogan), Emmet St, Mallow, (formerly of Lisduff, Co Laois). Mary passed away peacefully on 20th March 2025, surrounded by the love of her family at Cork University Hospital.   Pre-deceased by her devoted…
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Larry Ryan, Knockiel, Rathdowney

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Larry Ryan, Knockiel, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, March 28th. 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his wife Kathleen and his brothers and sisters. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by Margaret, his adored family Olivia, Lorcan and Laura, devoted daughter-in-law Marie, sons-in-law Enda and Mark, his much cherished…
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Nicholas (Nicky) Meagher (Snr), Ballybuggy

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Nicholas (Nicky) Meagher (Snr), Ballybuggy, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, March 23rd. 2025, peacefully at Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise. Predeceased by his wife Marion, daughter Anne and son Nicholas (Jnr). Sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, Felicity, Graham, Dougie, Greg and Jane, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law,…
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2025 Archive

April 2025

Hughie Murphy, Knockiel Drive, Rathdowney

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Hughie (Hugh) Murphy, Knockiel Drive, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, passed away April 18th 2025, after an illness bravely borne, peacefully, surrounded by his loving and devoted family in the exceptional care of the staff at St. Clare's Ward, Beaumont Hospital, Dublin. Predeceased by his father Hughie, grandparents Mary and Paddy Houlihan (Garron,…
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Mary Grant, Cuan Bhride

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Mary Grant (née Bergin), Cuan Bhride, Rathdowney, Co. Laois and formerly of Newtown, Ballybrophy, Co. Laois, passed away April 13th 2025, peacefully in the wonderful and loving care of the staff at Kilminchy Lodge Nursing Home, Portlaoise. Predeceased by her husband Alan, parents Bridget and Joe, sister Sheila (Fletcher). Deeply regretted…
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March 2025

Mary Murphy (nee Grogan), Mallow & formerly Lisduff

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It is with deep sadness, in her 90th year, that we announce the passing of Mary Murphy (née Grogan), Emmet St, Mallow, (formerly of Lisduff, Co Laois). Mary passed away peacefully on 20th March 2025, surrounded by the love of her family at Cork University Hospital.   Pre-deceased by her devoted…
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Larry Ryan, Knockiel, Rathdowney

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Larry Ryan, Knockiel, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, March 28th. 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his wife Kathleen and his brothers and sisters. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by Margaret, his adored family Olivia, Lorcan and Laura, devoted daughter-in-law Marie, sons-in-law Enda and Mark, his much cherished…
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Nicholas (Nicky) Meagher (Snr), Ballybuggy

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Nicholas (Nicky) Meagher (Snr), Ballybuggy, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, March 23rd. 2025, peacefully at Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise. Predeceased by his wife Marion, daughter Anne and son Nicholas (Jnr). Sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, Felicity, Graham, Dougie, Greg and Jane, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law,…
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Denis Geraghty, 3 The Glebe, Rathdowney.

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Denis Geraghty, 3 The Glebe, Rathdowney, Co. Laois and formerly Santry, Co. Dublin (ex British Embassy), peacefully surrounded by those who loved him. Predeceased by his beloved wife Marie, son Anthony and his brothers and sisters. Sadly missed and remembered with love his adored daughter Deborah, son Declan, grandchildren Morgan, Mia,…
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Philly White, Quigley Park, Rathdowney

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Philly White, Quigley Park, Rathdowney Co. Laois and recently, Brookhaven Nursing Home, Ballyragget, Co. Kilkenny, March 19th. 2025, peacefully surrounded by his family at St. Luke's Hospital Kilkenny. Predeceased by his wife Ber and parents Michael and Teresa White. Sadly missed and remembered with love by his brother Frank, sister Peg,…
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Jake Malone, Cuan Bhride, Rathdowney.

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Jake Malone, Cuan Bhride, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, peacefully surrounded by her loving family and caring staff at Milford Care Centre, Limerick. Jake started her Dharma spiritual journey on March 15th. 2025. Deeply missed by her siblings Helene, Gerry, John, Caroline, Pat, Anna-Marie, Kate and Aideen, extended family and many dear friends.…
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Thomas (Tom) Creagh, Johnstown Rd. Rathdowney, Co. Laois March 1st. 2025, suddenly but peacefully at home. Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Mary. Sadly missed and remembered with love by his heartbroken wife Joan, his adored children Sarah and Jake, Sarah's partner Lee, sisters Myra (O'Dea), Catherine and Nadette, Nadette's partner…
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Thomas Creagh, Johnstown Road, Rathdowney

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Thomas (Tom) Creagh, Johnstown Rd. Rathdowney, Co. Laois March 1st. 2025, suddenly but peacefully at home. Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Mary. Sadly missed and remembered with love by his heartbroken wife Joan, his adored children Sarah and Jake, Sarah's partner Lee, sisters Myra (O'Dea), Catherine and Nadette, Nadette's partner…
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February 2025

Paddy Behan, Clonburren Moor

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The death has occurred of Paddy Behan Clonburren Moor, Rathdowney and formerly Ballagh, Errill, Co. Laois, February 18th. 2025, peacefully at St. Luke's Hospital Kilkenny. Predeceased by his wives Patricia and Kathleen, his parents Tom and Nora, brothers and sisters Josie, Mary (Ciss), Tom, Nora, Michael and his son-in-law Liam Phelan.…
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Breda Smyth (nee Doherty)

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The death has occurred of Breda Smyth (née Doherty) Emoclew Road, Arklow, Wicklow / Rathdowney, Laois Formerly of Knockiel, Rathdowney, Co Laois. Peacefully at The Beacon Hospital with her loving family by her side. Beloved wife of Peter & adored mother of Damien, Paul & Killian. Much-loved sister of Pat &…
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Liam Rose, Knockiel Drive, Rathdowney.

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The death has occurred of Liam Rose, Knockiel Drive, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, February 14th. 2025, peacefully at his residence in the presence of his loving family. Predeceased by his parents, his brothers Seàn and Bernard, and his sister Marie. Sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife Kate, sons Michael,…
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Kathleen Lee (nee Kennedy)

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Kathleen Lee (née Kennedy) - Gallows Hill, Ennis, Co. Clare & formerly of Rossmore, Errill, Co. Laois - Feb. 2nd. Peacefully in the loving care of the staff in University Hospital Limerick. Predeceased by her husband Dr. Vivian Lee, brothers Mick, Fr. Jim, Joe & Seán, sisters Ann, Nellie & May Sadly missed…
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January 2025

Brian McHugh

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Brian McHugh, Johnstown Rd. Rathdowney, Co. Laois, January 27th. 2025, peacefully in the presence of his loving family. He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife Mary, son Maurice, daughter Elaine, daughter-in-law Deirdre, son-in-law Liam, his adored grandchildren Seàn, Jack, Róisín, Aoife and Eimear, brother Martin, sisters…
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Cathy Shortt

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Cathy Shortt (13 Willow Drive, Muskerry Estate, Ballincollig, Cork and formerly of Rathdowney, Co Laois) On January 25th 2025 peacefully after a short illness at her home, in the presence of her loving family, Cathy (late Cystic Fibrosis Specialist Nurse, Cork University Hospital) beloved daughter of the late Joe and Betty…
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Joan Delaney

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Joan Delaney (née Bowden), Clonburren, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, (ex National School Teacher St. Colmcille's Errill) January 20th. 2025 unexpectedly at Fennor Care Facility, Urlingford. Predeceased by her beloved husband Martin and her parents Nicholas and Kathleen. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her son Diarmaid, daughters Sorcha and Orlaith, daughter-in-law Veronica,…
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Betty Maher (nee O'Brien)

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Betty Maher (née O’Brien), (The Donahies, Dublin 13 and late of Rathdowney, Co. Laois), January 16th, 2025, unexpectedly at home, after a short illness bravely borne. Beloved wife of Seán and much loved mother to Mary, Pat, Deirdre, Denise, Seán, Sandra and Karen. Sadly missed by her heartbroken family, her beloved…
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Angela Broderick

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The death has occurred of Angela Broderick, Knockiel Rd., Rathdowney, Laois, R32 E5C8 Unexpectedly at home. Predeceased by her dad John. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her heartbroken family, her mam Kathleen, brothers Kevin and John, sister Mary, sister-in-law Margaret, brother-in-law David Morgan, nieces and nephews Alanna, Daniel (D.J.), John,…
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