RIP: Limerick deaths and funeral details, Sunday, October 18

It is with deep sadness we announce the death of Donald Reid, Winfield Orchard, Newcastle West, Co Limerick and Late of Castle Barracks, Limerick City.

On October 16th 2026, peacefully, at St John's Hospital Limerick.

Pre deceased by his wife Marie.

Very deeply regretted by his brother Gerry, sister Mary and her partner John Joe, brother-in-law Gerard and his wife Margaret and their son Oisin, nephews, nieces, grandnieces, grandnephews, friends and relatives.

May his Gentle Soul rest in Peace.

Reposing at Cross’s Funeral Home, Lower Gerald Griffin Street, Wednesday, October 21st, from 12 Noon to 1pm followed by removal to Shannon Crematorium for a Funeral Service at 2pm.

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The death has occurred of Kay (Catherine) O' Dowd (née Kenneally), Cluain Mhuire, Pallaskenry/Shanagolden, Co. Limerick.

The family of Kay O’Dowd are heartbroken to announce the death of Kay. She died suddenly on 17th October 2026.

Kay will be remembered by so many people. She is predeceased by her parents and brother Christopher.

She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Gerry, children Trish, Gerard, Maria, Agnes and John, grandchildren Aaron, Cian, Cliodhna, Gerard, Kate, Cormac, Killian, Conor and Charlie.

She is survived by sons in law Anthony, Vincent and Francis, daughters in law Colette and Kelly, her brothers Pat and Johnny Kenneally, sisters Mairead Langan and Mary Lynch, nephews, nieces, relatives and a very large circle of friends and neighbours.

Kay was involved in many things in Pallaskenry and will be remembered by all who were involved with her in Community Games, Community Council, Kildimo Pallaskenry GAA, Pallaskenry Senior Citizens and the Salesian College Community where she worked for many years.

Kay will be forever in our hearts and minds

Kay will be reposing in St. Mary’s Church Pallaskenry on Wednesday 21st October 2026 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.

Funeral Mass on Thursday 22nd October 2026 at 12:00 noon followed by burial immediately afterwards in Kilcornan Cemetery.

The funeral Mass will be live streamed by clicking on the following link: https://www.youtube.com/live/Dbvh7NjSZgw?is=mByc5N9Bh1MOD0q0

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The death has occurred of Robin O’ Donnell, CEO Hibernian Antique Fairs, Loughtea, Ballina, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Cratloekeel, Co. Clare and Ennis Road, Limerick.

18th October 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his mother Kay and father Roy.

Forever loved and missed by his soulmate and best friend Lorraine, son David, daughters Jean, Robyn, stepdaughter Emma and his cherished grandchildren Fiadh and Eadha, son-in-law Mark, partners Niamh, Kenneth and Ciaran, brothers Brian, David, Hugh and Richard. Rosemary and the extended Coffey family, Fethard, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and a wide circle of friends, including all his wonderful loyal supporters of Hibernian Antique Fairs.

May he Rest in Peace

Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street, Limerick on Tuesday 20th October from 5pm to 6.30pm. Funeral arriving at Our Lady & St. Lua Church, Ballina, Co. Tipperary on Wednesday 21st for Requiem Mass at 12.30pm followed by private cremation.

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Margaret (Peggy) Duffy (nee Lane), October 15, 2026, Woodview Park, Limerick, formerly of Ballyart, Brittas, Co. Limerick.

Margaret passed away peacefully at St. John’s Hospital, Limerick, surrounded by her loving family.

Beloved daughter of the late Ned and Bridget Lane (Ballyart, Brittas), and predeceased by her brothers Eddie, Jimmy, and Pakie, and her sisters Nora and Kathleen.

Margaret will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family, her cherished husband Pat, her much loved and devoted daughters Caroline and Laura, and her adored granddaughters Lauren and Amy and Laura's partner David. She is deeply regretted by her loving sisters Rebecca, Mary, Martha, and Ellen, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, kind neighbours, and friends.

May She Rest in Peace.

House Private please.

Requiem Mass on Monday, October 19th, at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Ennis Road at 2pm.

Private burial afterwards for family only.

Margaret's family would like to extend their sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. Olaverria, his team, and the staff on the first floor of St. John's Hospital who provided her with dedicated care and kindness during her final days.

A special word of thanks to her GP Dr. Ciarán Joyce and his team, Michelle, Siobhan, and Gillian at Thomond Park Clinic for their exceptional kindness and support over the years. Heartfelt thanks also to Brian Conway and his team at Woodview Pharmacy for all their help and support.

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It is with deep sadness we announce the death of Michael Coady, St Ita's Street, St Mary's Park, Limerick.

On October 17th 2026, peacefully, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Pre deceased by his parents Phillis and Edward Coady, and brother Christy.

Very deeply regretted by his wife Tara, daughter Amy, son Owen, grandchildren Lexi, Kody, Tommie, Sonny, son-in-law Jonathan, Owen's partner Aisling, mother-in-law Catherine, brothers Edward and William, sisters Betty, Alice, Catherine, Marcella, Josie, sisters-in-law Jennifer and Valerie, close friends Spud and Robert, nieces, nephews, neighbours & friends.

May his Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

House Strictly Private Please

Funeral arriving Tuesday, October 20th, to St Mary's Church, Athlunkard Street, for Requiem Mass at 11.30am. Funeral afterwards to Castlemungret Cemetery.

Michael's family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Nurses for their exceptional care and support.

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