Kilkenny Deaths - Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.
Phil Boyle
The death has occurred of Phil Boyle, Shanbough, Rosbercon, Co. Kilkenny, on May 31, 2026. Phil passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Margaret, much loved father of Anthony, Philip, Anne-Marie, Susan, Mark and Kate, doting grandfather of Rachel, Dylan, Leyla, Seán, Cilllian, Cara, Rían, Emma, Kate and Noah. Deeply regretted by sons-in-law John and Jason, daughters-in-law Olive, Bianca and Jen, brothers Pat, Johnny and Frank, sisters Maureen, Cissie and Nano, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and many friends. Phil is predeceased by his brother Jim
Removal will take place at 11.30am on Wednesday, June 3, from his residence to arrive at The Church of The Assumption Rosbercon for 12noon Requiem Mass followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. House private on Wednesday morning please. Special thanks to The Oncology Team in University Hospital Waterford, for the exceptional care they provided to Phil.
Nicholas (Nicky) McCarthy
The death has occurred of Nicholas (Nicky) McCarthy, late of The Crescent, Belmont, Ferrybank, and formerly of Dunnamaggin, Co. Kilkenny. Nicky passed away on May 26, 2026. Predeceased by his beloved dad Christopher, sister Hannah, brother Oisín, grandad Michael and auntie Mary. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken mother Delia and her partner John. Nicky will be forever missed by his brothers John and Diarmuid, he will be fondly remembered by his aunties and uncles, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.
Nicky's funeral cortège will walk from 38 The Crescent, Belmont, Ferrybank at 10:20am to arrive for his Funeral Mass at 11am on Thursday, June 4, in the Sacred Heart Church, Ferrybank.Immediately afterwards Nicky will be laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Nicky's Funeral Mass will be live streamed at 11am on Thursday by following the link: https://ferrybankslieverueparishes.ie/ferrybank-webcam/ Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Social Ground Force Ireland (mental health and addiction charity) by following the link below:https://socialgroundforce.com/donations/
John (Johnny) Hindle
The death has occurred of John (Johnny) Hindle, Pemboke Street, Tralee, Co. Kerry and formerly of Archersfield, Castle Road, Kilkenny. On May 31, 2026, John (Johnny) passed away peacefully at University Hospital Kerry after a short illness. Predeceased by his parents John and Kathleen, his nephews James and Craig. John (Johnny) will be sadly missed by his children Paul, Cliona, Isabelle and her mother Catherine, his brothers Nevin and Frankie, sister Michelle, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Reposing at O'Connor's Funeral Home, Kenmare (V93 XP79) on Thursday, June 4, from 5pm to 7pm. A funeral service followed by cremation will take place on Friday, June 5, at 3pm in The Island Crematorium, Cork (P43 DD71).
John Hogg
The death has occurred of John Hogg, Stoneyford, Co. Kilkenny. Peacefully, at his home on Monday, June 1, in the loving care of his family and with the support of the Carlow/Kilkenny Home Care Team. Beloved husband of Audrey and loving father of Valerie, Richard and Linda. Sadly missed by his wife and family, grandchildren Andrew, Jack, Ella, William, Ben, Julie and Tom, daughter-in-law Avril, son-in-law Philip, extended family, neighbours and friends. The Hogg Family wish to express their sincere thanks to all those who cared for John and enabled him to fulfil his wish to spend his final days at home especially Dr Rory McGovern and his team in St Luke’s Hospital Kilkenny and Dr David Brennan and all the team at Ballyhale Health Centre.
Reposing at Molloy’s Funeral Home, Callan (Eircode R95 Y443) on Wednesday, June 3 from 5pm concluding with prayers at 7pm. Funeral arriving to St. Peter’s Church, Ennisnag (Eircode R95 EK77), for Funeral Service on Thursday, June 4, at 2pm. Burial afterwards in the adjoining churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Carlow/Kilkenny Home Care Team and Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland.
Dermot Mulligan
The death has occurred of Dermot Mulligan, (Curator, Carlow County Museum) Marble Court, Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny and “Marian Ville”, Tullow Road, Carlow, May 31, 2026 suddenly at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny. Predeceased by his father Patrick and brother Fergal. Dearly loved husband of Grace. Forever loved and sadly missed by his heartbroken wife, mother Johanna (Joan), sister Mary, uncles, aunts, cousins, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, colleagues, relatives and friends.
Funeral arrangements later. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu to Irish Heart Foundation.
Richard (Rich) Murphy
The death has occurred of Richard (Rich) Murphy, Ennisnag, Danesfort, Kilkenny. Beloved son of the late Thomas Noel Murphy, and cherished grandson of Brigid and Edmund (Ned) Murphy, formerly of Ennisnag Co. Kilkenny. Richard, sadly passed away at his home, in Birmingham, England, on April 21, 2026, aged 56 years. Richard will be very dearly missed by his family and friends, especially his loving sisters, Tina and Colleen.
In accordance with his final wishes, Richard will be laid to rest with his beloved father. Requiem Mass will take place on Saturday, June 6, at 11am in St. Michael’s Church, Danesfort, Co. Kilkenny, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.