Kilkenny Deaths - Thursday, July 9, 2026
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have died.
The death has occurred of Sean (John) Holden, late of 6 Woodland Estate, Graignamanagh, Co. Kilkenny. Peacefully, on July 7, in the care of Borris Lodge, Nursing Home. Beloved husband of Ann. Sean will be deeply missed by his wife and daughters Michelle (Doyle), Breege (Alvarez) and Shauna and his sons in law, Thomas, Sheldon and Shauna's partner Rob along with his adored grandchildren Ava, Faye, Eliza, Liana, Sean Og and Feilim. Sean is pre-deceased by his parents John and Kitty and his brothers Lal and Paddy. He is survived by his brother Jimmy (London) and Betty (Cork) and his brother and sisters in law.
Reposing at Walsh's Funeral Home, Graignamanagh (Eircode R95D853) from 3pm concluding at 8pm on Thursday, July 9. Removal at 10.45am on Friday, July 10, to arrive at Duiske Abbey for 11am Requiem Mass, followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery. CLICK HERE TO VIEW REQUIEM MASS
Gerald (Gerry) Jordan
The death has occurred of Gerald (Gerry) Jordan late of Skough Carrick-on-Suir Co. Kilkenny, who died peacefully on July 8, 2026 at UHW Waterford surrounded by his family. Pre-deceased by his wife Rene, son James, grandchildren John, Graham, Tyrone and Calvin and great granddaughter Beckii, deeply regretted by his loving children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Gerry will be reposing at Walsh's Funeral Home, New Street, Carrick-on-Suir on Thursday, July 9, from 5pm to 6.30pm. Gerry will be arriving at St Patrick's Church, Faugheen on Friday, July 10, for requiem mass on arrival at 1pm followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Andrew (Andy) MacEneaney
The death has occurred of Andrew (Andy) MacEneaney, Auburn Drive, Castlecomer Road, Kilkenny. Andy passed away on July 7, 2026, peacefully, in the wonderful care of the staff in the Nore Ward at St. Luke's Hospital, Kilkenny. Beloved husband of the late Anna and much loved father of Anne and Catherine. Andy will be dearly missed by his loving daughters, brothers Brian and Oliver, sisters Anne and Cecilia, sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces, extended family, kind neighbours and friends. Andy is predeceased by his brothers Peter, Paddy and Bobby.
Reposing in Johnston's Funeral Home, John's Green, Kilkenny (R95XE00) on Thursday, July 9, from 5pm with Funeral Prayers at 6.30pm followed by removal to St. John's Church. Requiem Mass on Friday morning at 10.30am. Funeral afterwards to Foulkstown Cemetery. House is private please. The Requiem Mass will be live streamed here REQUIEM MASS Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Trocaire. DONATIONS
Shirley Kelly
The death has occurred of Shirley Kelly, Ardra, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny, July 6, 2026. Daughter of the late George and Ina. Shirley will be sadly missed by her daughter Sarah, sister Georgina, brothers Brendan, Canice, Niall, Finbarr and Cormac. sisters-in-law Mags and Michelle, brother-in-law Joe. niece and nephews Niamh, Donal and Mathew, aunties Chrissy and Sheelagh, cousins and a wide circle of friends. The Kelly family would like to especially thank the Bergin family for the love, kindness, compassion and empathy shown to Shirley in her final years.
Shirley's Funeral Cortége will arrive at the Kilkenny Presbyterian Church (16 New Road, Kilkenny R95 X588) on Friday, July 10, for Funeral Service at 2pm. A private cremation will take place
Maurice (Adrian) Hennessy
The death has occurred of Maurice (Adrian) Hennessy, Revanagh, Coolcullen, Carlow via Kilkenny. Peacefully at his home on July 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Maurice and Elizabeth, sister Betty and brother John. Beloved husband of Peggie, loving father to Christopher and Stacey, deeply regretted by his daughter-in-law Clare and Stacey’s partner Brian, grandchildren Leah, Sophie, Abi, Michael and Luke, brothers and sisters niece's and nephews relatives and friends.
Reposing in Somers Funeral Home, Bagenalstown on Friday from 3pm to 7pm, with Funeral Prayers at 6.30pm. Funeral Mass will take place in St. Lazerian's Church, Leighlinbridge on Saturday at 11am, followed by Cremation afterwards in Mount Jerome (Victorian Chapel) at 1.45pm. The ceremony can be viewed on: https://www.mountjerome.ie/ No flowers please. Donations if desired to the Carlow Kilkenny Homecare Team. Maurice's family wish to thank the Public Health Nurses, Palliative Care Team, Carers and all who cared for Maurice during his illness.
Maurice Hennessy
The death has occurred of Maurice Hennessy, Revanagh, Coolcullen, Carlow via Kilkenny. Peacefully at his home on July 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Maurice and Elizabeth, sister Betty and brother John. Beloved husband of Peggie, loving father to Christopher and Stacey, deeply regretted by his daughter-in-law Clare and Stacey’s partner Brian, grandchildren Leah, Sophie, Abi, Michael and Luke, brothers and sisters niece's and nephews relatives and friends.
Reposing in Somers Funeral Home, Bagenalstown on Friday from 3pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass will take place in St. Lazerian's Church, Leighlinbridge on Saturday at 11am, followed by cremation afterwards in Mount Jerome (Victorian Chapel) at 1.45pm. No flowers please. Donations if desired to the Carlow/Kilkenny Homecare Team. Maurice's family wish to thank the Public Health Nurses, Palliative Care Team, Carers and all who cared for Maurice during his illness.