Kilkenny Deaths - Tuesday, January 9, 2023

James (Jimmy) Butler

The death has taken place (unexpectedly) of James (Jimmy) Butler, Mountnugent, Johnswell, Kilkenny, on 7th January 2024. (Peacefully). Pre-deceased by his parents James and Margaret, brother Patrick Christopher, and sisters Kitty and Mary Theresa. Deeply regretted by his brothers, Martin, Richard, Paddy, Danny and Sean. Sisters, Sheila, Brigid, Margorie, and Geraldine, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Reposing at Hehir's Funeral Home (Eircode R95 FH90) on Wednesday from 4pm with vigil prayers at 5.30pm, removal to The Church of St John the Baptist Johnswell, arriving at 6.30pm approximately. Requiem mass on Thursday at 12 (noon) with burial in the adjoining cemetery. House private please.

Patrick (Patsy) Gahan

The death has occurred of Patrick (Patsy) Gahan, Kilbrahan, Rosbercon, Kilkenny, on 6th January 2024. Patrick (Patsy), loving partner of Joan and father of Christina. Sadly missed by Michaela, Becky and grandchildren Leah and Ava. Fondly remembered by his brothers John Joe, Dick and Wattie, sisters Statia and Mary, neices, nephews, extended family, neighbours and many friends.

Reposing in Doyle's Funeral Home The Old Rectory, Rosbercon, New Ross from 4pm Tuesday, 9th January, concluding with prayers at 7.30pm. Funeral to arrive at The Church of The Assumption, Rosbercon for 11am Requiem Mass on Wednesday, 10th January, followed by burial in Glenmore Cemetery passing Kilbrahan en route to Glenmore Cemetery. Mass can be viewed on https://rosberconparish.ie/

Edward Comerford

The death has occurred of Edward Comerford, Primrose Cottage, Massford, Castlecomer, Kilkenny, on 6 January 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital, Kilkenny. Eddie will be sadly missed by his loving wife Joan, son Ian, daughter-in-law Debbie, granddaughter Keely, granddaughters, nieces and nephews in England, relatives and friends.

Reposing at Coady's Funeral Home, Castlecomer on Tuesday (January 9) from 5pm with Vigil Prayers and Rosary at 7pm. Funeral cortege arriving at the Church of the Sacred Heart, Moneenroe, on Wednesday for Requiem Mass at 10.30am followed by a private cremation. The Funeral Mass can be viewed on the Parish webcam: https://cloghparish.ie/ Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Palliative Care Unit, St. Luke's Hospital, Kilkenny.

James (Jim) Curran

The death has occurred of James (Jim) Curran, Donore Road, Dublin 8, and formerly of Ballavarra, The Rower, Co. Kilkenny. Jim passed away peacefully on the 6th January 2024, surrounded by his loving family and in the exceptional care of the doctors, nurses and staff at Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross. Beloved husband of Kathleen and loving father of Kay, Michael and Seamus. He will be very sadly missed by his wife, daughter, sons, grandchildren Alex, Lydia, James, Andrew, Eve, Ronan and Conor, son-in-law Vincent, daughter-in-law Niamh, sister Mary (New Jersey, USA), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended family, neighbours and friends. He is predeceased by his sister Anastasia and infant brother Patrick.

Reposing at Fanagans Funeral Home, Lower Kimmage Road, on Monday (January 8) from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday (January 9) at 11am in St. Teresa’s Church, Donore Avenue. He will be laid to rest afterwards in Bohernabreena Cemetery. Jim’s Funeral Mass may be viewed on: St. Teresa's Church, Donore Avenue -  https://mcnmedia.tv/Camera/st-therese-of-the-child-jesus Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Our Lady's Hospice and Care Services in recognition of the compassionate and kind care they afforded to Jim during his illness. https://olh.ie/personal-donation/

Michael Deegan

The death has occurred of Michael Deegan, Johns Lane, Nenagh, Tipperary and formerly of Johnswell Road, Kilkenny. Peacefully at Rivervale, Nenagh on January 6th 2024. Predeceased by his wife Peggie, sister Bridie and brothers Bill, Matt, Tom, Paddy and Sean. Much loved and fondly remembered by his sister Marie Dowling, sons Mike and Joe, daughters-in-law Joanna and Miranta, grandsons Sam and Jake and his nieces, nephews, and many friends.

As per Michael's wishes his funeral mass will take place at 11 am on Wednesday, January 10, at at St Mary of the Rosary, Nenagh, followed by burial at Lisboney. The funeral service can be livestreamed on: https://nenaghparish.ie/

John Holland

The death has taken place of John Holland (Senior) The Square, Ballyragget, Co. Kilkenny. He died on 1st January 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken family, son John, daughters Emma and Kate, sister Mai, Johns Fiancee Deirdre Phelan and Kates Fiance Kevin Kelly, grandchildren Andy and Nell, Mother-in-Law, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews , relatives and a wide circle of friends. Predeceased by his loving wife Marie.

Reposing at his residence on the Square from 2pm Thursday 11th January with Rosary at 7pm. Removal Friday morning 12th to St. Patrick's Church Ballyragget for 11am Requiem Mass followed by burial in St. Finnans Cemetry Ballyragget. Mass may be viewed on line at www.youtube.com/c/allisonritchiechurchsinger

Michael (Mick) Long

The death has occurred of Michael (Mick) Long, Togher Road, Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny, formerly Gortnahoe, Thurles Co. Tipperary, on January 6 2024, peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the tender care of nurses and staff at Fennor Care Facility, Urlingford in his 100th. year. Predeceased by his wife Kathleen, and his brothers and sisters Ned, Tom, Peg, Josie and Nancy. Mick will be sadly missed but always remembered by his son Michael, daughter Mary (Hennessy), daughter-in-law Frances, son-in-law John, grandson Jack, sister Mary (Fitzgerald), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Reposing at Doyle's Funeral home, Urlingford (Eircode E41 XO38) on Tuesday, January 9, from 5pm until 7pm. Removal on Wednesday morning to the Church of the Assumption, Urlingford arriving for Requiem mass at 11am. Interment afterwards in the Mill Cemetery.

Ken Manley

The death has occurred of Ken Manley, Kiltimagh, Co. Mayo, and Kilkenny, who died January 6, 2024, unexpectedly, after a life lived well, full of love and laughter. Predeceased by his son Freddie and his brother Michael, Ken was a loving dad to Daisy, Jack, Lottie, Finbar, Kara, Ez, Peter and Asha. Loving father in law to Colm, Marian and Brett. Devoted Grandad to James, Indi, Verity, Violet, Ella, Teddy, Amelia, Hunter, Harrison, Ky, Jett and Imogen. Sadly missed by his heartbroken and family and friends.

Reposing at O’Horas’s Funeral Home, F12Y1F7, Kiltimagh, from 6pm to 8pm on Tuesday, January 9, with a small get together to share stories of Ken's life in his beloved Tavern from 8pm. A service to celebrate Ken's life will take place in O’Hora’s Funeral Home on Wednesday at 11am, afterwards Ken will be taken to Shannon Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust.

Patricia (Pat) Lewis (née Brett)

The death has occurred of Patricia (Pat) Lewis (née Brett), Corner Cottage, Exton Lane, Burley on the Hill, Rutland, UK, and formerly of 23 Upper Patrick, Kilkenny. Pat passed away suddenly but peacefully at her home on 12th November 2023, with her husband by her side. Beloved wife of Peter and much loved mother of Sophie and Susie. Predeceased by her parents John and Mamie Brett and brothers Terry and Sean. Pat will be sadly missed by her husband and daughters, sisters Mary O’Sullivan and Maeve O’Neill (Kilkenny), brother Kevin (Australia), Sophie’s partner Chris, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and so many friends in both Ireland and UK.

A Memorial Mass for Pat will be held in Dunmore Church, Kilkenny, at 11am on Sunday, 11th February 2024.