Kilkenny Deaths - Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Condolences are extended to the families of those who have recently passed away.
Philomena (Phyllis, Phil) Murray
The death has occurred of Philomena (Phyllis, Phil) Murray, Lr. Main Street, Graignamanagh, Co. Kilkenny. Phyllis, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family, in the wonderful care of the staff in St. Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny on Monday, May 18, 2026. Predeceased by her sisters Patricia and Teresa. She will be sadly missed by her brother Martin and sisters Mary, Rosaleen and Frances, brothers- in-law Tom and Denis, her treasured nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews and her many friends.
Phyllis will repose at her house on Lr. Main Street, Graignamanagh on Wednesday, May 20, from 4pm concluding at 6.40pm. Removal to arrive at Duiske Abbey to arrive at 7pm. Requiem Mass at 11am on Thursday, followed by burial in Calvary cemetery.
Johanna (JoJo) Quinn (née Murphy)
The death has occurred of Johanna (JoJo) Quinn (née Murphy), late of Bray, Co. Wicklow, and formerly of Newmarket, Co. Kilkenny, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 15, 2026. Predeceased by her beloved husband Simon, and her cherished daughters Geraldine and Mary Carmel. JoJo will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her devoted children Noeleen (Loughman) and James; son-in-law Stephen; her adored grandchildren Simon, Conor, Philip, Mark, Emily and Jane; their spouses and partners, and especially her great-grandchildren Malachy, Sylvie, Arlo and JJ; her brother James and sister Carmel; nephews, nieces, extended family, loyal friends and wonderful neighbours.
Reposing at the Church of the Most Holy Redeemer, Main Street, Bray, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 5pm to 6.30pm, with prayers at 6pm. Funeral Mass on Thursday, May 21, at 10am, followed by burial in Springfield Cemetery, Killarney Road, Bray. For those who are unable to attend JoJo’s Funeral Mass, it can be viewed live on church webcam The Church of The Most Holy Redeemer - Webcam
John Murphy
The death has occurred of John Murphy, Late of Highfield, Tramore, Co. Waterford, formerly of Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny and Leicester, UK. John passed peacefully with his loving family by his side on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Predeceased by his beloved wife Ellen and his granddaughter Katie-Ellen and all his siblings. John will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his children Mary (Marie), Shirley, John and Paul; his adoring grandchildren Gillian, Andrea, John, Paul, Adam and Jack; his cherished great-grandchildren Dean, Lily, Alex, Tyler, Ruairí, Ellierose and Séan; his brothers Willie, Joe and his sisters Mary and Chrissie and his daughters-in-law Gretta and Samantha. John will be fondly remembered by sisters-in-law Christina and Mary, all his nieces and nephews, his extended family, relatives, neighbours, and many friends.
John’s reposal will take place in Falconers Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore X91TW21 on Wednesday, May 20, from 5pm until 7pm. After which his remains will be removed to The Church of The Holy Cross, Tramore for approximately 7:40pm. John’s funeral cortege will walk from Tramore Credit Union/ Lodges Corner at approximately 7:30pm on Wednesday 20th to be received into The Church of the Holy Cross at approximately 7:40pm. John’s Requiem Mass will take place on Thursday, May 21, at 10am in The Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, after which John will be laid to rest in St. Declan’s Cemetery. Anyone wishing to attend John’s Mass online can do so by using the link: Mass Link Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Waterford Hospice: Donation Link House private please.
Adrian Codd
The death has occurred of Adrian Codd, Mill Road, Inistioge, Co. Kilkenny. Adrian passed away suddenly at home on May 16. Sadly missed by his beloved wife Tina, son Nick, daughter Sinead and their partners Kati and Christy. Adoring mother Nora and her partner Vince , best friend Joe and brother Colin, his extended family, neighbours and his many friends. Predeceased by his father Nick.
Reposing at his home on Tuesday, May 19, from 4pm to 8pm (Eircode R95NW80) Rosary and prayers at 6pm. Funeral Mass on Wednesday, May 20, at 11am in St Colmicille's Church followed by burial in Cappagh Cemetery. House private Wednesday morning. Family flowers only, donations if desired can be made to Epilepsy Ireland using this donation link: https://www.epilepsy.ie/donate