Kilkenny Deaths - Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have died.
Mary Kelly (née Blanchfield)
The death has occurred of Mary Kelly (née Blanchfield), Newpark Upper and formerly of Johnswell Road, Kilkenny. Mary, in her 95th year, passed away on July 21, 2026, peacefully at St. Luke's Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Recently predeceased by her beloved husband John (Banjo). Much loved mother of Marian, Damien, Martin, Ian and Edel. Mary will be dearly missed by her loving family, son-in-law Jim, daughters -in-law Marie and Jean, grandchildren and great grandchildren, extended family, kind neighbours and friends. Mary is also predeceased by her daughters Martina and Imelda, son-in-law Noel and grandson Stephen.
Reposing in Johnston's Funeral Home, John's Green, Kilkenny (R95XE00) on Wednesday, July 22, from 5pm to 7pm with prayers at 6.30pm. Requiem Mass on Thursday at 10.30am in St. John's Church. Interment afterwards in St. Kieran's Cemetery. House private please. The Funeral Mass will be live streamed here: REQUIEM MASS Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to ALONE DONATIONS
John Hamilton
The death has occurred of John Hamilton, Ballyneale, Tullogher, Co. Kilkenny, on July 20, 2026. John, peacefully in the excellent care of The Community Hospital New Ross surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Stasia, sisters Bridget (O'Neill), Teresa (Murphy) and Margaret-Nora (died in infancy). Deeply regretted by his loving family sisters Eileen (Doyle), Mary (Dungan), Anna (Walsh), Patricia (O'Brien) and Veronica (Kehoe), nieces, nephews, extended family, great neighbours and many friends.
Reposing in Doyle's Funeral Home, The Old Rectory, Rosbercon, New Ross from 5pm on Wednesday, July 22, with removal at 7.30pm to St Aidan's Church, Tullogher for reception Prayers at 8pm. Requiem Mass will take place at 12 noon on Thursday, July 23, in St Aidan's Church, Tullogher followed by burial in Listerlin (Mullinarrigle) Cemetery (passing Ballyneale en route) CLICK HERE TO VIEW REQUIEM MASS
Matty Duggan
The death has occurred of Matty Duggan, Glen Crescent, Mullinavat, Co. Kilkenny, who died on Monday, July 20, 2026, aged 80 years. Peacefully, in the tender care of his loving family and all the staff in the Pine Ward, University Hospital Waterford. Predeceased by his parents Denis and Kitty, brothers Denis and Roger, sister Bridget (Tierney). Matty will be sadly missed by his loving wife Esther (née Foran), sons Denis, Eugene, Alan and Michael, daughters Amanda, Sandra, Caroline, Jeanette, Elaine, Ruth, Monica, and Dolores, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brothers Tommy and Michael, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and his many friends..
Matty will be reposing in his home (X91 A297) on Wednesday, July 22, from 4pm concluding with prayers at 7pm, Matty's removal will take place on Thursday, July 23, to St. Beacon's Church, Mullinavat, arriving for Requiem Mass at 12noon, after which Matty will be laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. House private please on Thursday morning. Funeral mass can be viewed on this link: MASS LINK
Patrick (Paddy) Morrissey
The death has occurred of Patrick (Paddy) Morrissey, Byrnesgrove, Ballyragget, Co. Kilkenny, July 19, 2026. Paddy, peacefully surrounded by his family in the care of Brookhaven Nursing Home, in his 93rd year. Predeceased by his wife, Nancy (nee Kenny), parents, sisters and daughter-in-law Stella. Paddy will be sadly missed by his sons and daughters; Seamus, Martina, Pat , Aidan and Kathleen, daughter-in-law Claire, sons-in-law Chun Ong and Joe Brennan and Seamus' partner Jackie. His six grandsons, twelve granddaughters, and four great granddaughters, brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Funeral cortege arriving at St. Patrick's Church, Ballyragget for Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 11am. Paddy will be laid to rest thereafter in St. Finnan's Cemetery, Ballyragget. House private on Wednesday morning. Family flowers only please. Patrick's funeral mass can be viewed here: https://youtube.com/@allisonritchiechurchsinger?si=cXbPB9z_MlJU9oo6
The death has occurred of Helen Lally (née Fitzpatrick) late of Templeorum, Co. Kilkenny. Helen passed away on July 18, 2026. This followed a short illness whilst under the expert care of Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel. Predeceased by her beloved husband Tom, her parents and her brother Jim. Helen will be sadly missed by her sons Seamus and Peter, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Helen will be arriving at Templeorum Church on Wednesday, July 22, for Requiem Mass at 10:30am, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Kathleen Grogan (née Fahey)
The death has occurred of Kathleen Grogan (née Fahey), 25 Circular Road and formerly of Ossory Park, Kilkenny. Kathleen passed away on July 20, 2026, peacefully, surrounded by family and in the exceptional care of the staff at Kilkenny Care Centre. Predeceased by her husband John and her beloved daughter Michelle (Heffernan). Kathleen will be dearly missed by her loving family, sons Keith and John, daughter Fiona (O'Brien), sons-in-law Bob and Pat, daughters-in-law Karen and Sandra, grandchildren Kate, Diarmuid, Anna, Niamh, Rachel, Ciara, Conor and Jack, extended family, kind neighbours and friends.
Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 11am in St. Mary's Cathedral. Funeral afterwards to St. Kieran's Cemetery. The Requiem Mass will be live streamed here: REQUIEM MASS House private on Wednesday morning please.
John McGrath
The death has occurred of John McGrath, Kilmadum, Ballyfoyle, and formerly of Columcille, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. John passed away on July 16, 2026, peacefully at his home. Predeceased by his parents John and Ellen and niece Gabrielle. John will be dearly missed by his loving siblings, brother Billy and sisters Mary, Breda, Lena, Geraldine, Aine and Theresa, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, extended family, kind neighbours and friends.
Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 11am at St. Joseph's Church, Ballyfoyle. Funeral afterwards to St. Mary's Cemetery, Thomastown. House is private please. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to the Carlow Kilkenny Home Care team. DONATIONS
Eileen Lawlor
The death has occurred of Eileen Lawlor (née Kavanagh) of Gurtahile, Bilboa, Carlow and formerly Rathanna, Borris, Co Carlow passed away peacefully, in her 98th year, surrounded by her loving family, on July 18, 2026, at her home. Pre-deceased by her parents Michael and Annie, husband Patrick (Paddy) and infant son. Much loved mother of James and Lena (Paulstown), adored grandmother of Andrew, Eamonn, Patrick, Niamh, Dermot, Ciarán and great-grandmother of Edward. Cherished sister of the late Michael, Richard, Teresa and Rita. Eileen will be sadly missed by her loving son, daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchild, son-in-law Edward, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives and friends, especially close family friend T.J.
Removal from Carpenter Bros. Funeral Home, Shamrock Square, Carlow, on Wednesday at 11.30am to The Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mayo, Co Laois, arriving for Funeral Mass at 12 Noon. Burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Eamonn Brady
The death has occurred of Eamonn Brady, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A and late of Fr. Murphy Square, Kilkenny, on June 15, 2024. Predeceased by his parents Jim and Mona. Eamonn was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother who will be forever remembered by his wife, daughters, grandchildren, siblings, extended family and friends.
Eamonn's Funeral Mass was held on June 21, 2024 at the Holy Family Church, Illinois followed by interment of his ashes. A Memorial Mass for Eamonn will be celebrated on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 11am in St. Mary's Cathedral, Kilkenny followed by interment of some of his ashes in St. Kieran's Cemetery, Kilkenny. Eamonn's Memorial Mass will be live streamed HERE
Sean Barcoe
The death has occurred of Sean Barcoe, Dunbell, Clara, Co. Kilkenny, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026 peacefully surrounded by his family and in the care of the wonderful staff of Beaumont Hospital Dublin. Sean is predeceased by his first wife Anna, father Michael, mother Bridget, brothers Derry, Chum and sisters Bessie, Ann, Maudie and Carmel. Deeply regretted by his wife Maureen and much loved father to Sean, Claire, Michael, Mairéad and Jason. Sean will be greatly missed by his loving family, brother Tom and sister Phylis, mothers-in-law, sons-in-law Marty and Antonio, daughter-in-law Yesim, Michael’s partner Sarah, Jason’s partner Gráinne, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, his adored grandchildren Conor, Caoimhe, Cian, Anna, Anto, Anna Mai, Clara, Finn, his nephews and nieces, extended family, great neighbours and wide circle of friends.
Sean will repose at Shasby's Funeral Home Kilkenny City on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 from 5pm to 8pm with rosary and vigil prayers at 7pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Thursday (23rd) at 11am in St. Colman's Church, Clara followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. The mass will be live streamed here Sean’s family would like to thank the staff of St. Luke’s Hospital Kilkenny for their wonderful care.