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It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Maureen Ryan (née McGovern), Oakleigh Park, Caherconlish, Co. Limerick and formerly of Athboy, Co. Meath.
On July 27th 2025, peacefully, at University Hospital Limerick, in the presence of her loving family.
Pre-deceased by parents William and Eileen McGovern, brothers Billy and Mickey.
Sadly missed by loving husband Paddy, son Tim, daughter Eileen, grandchildren Lawrence, Aaron, Conor, Annie, Pauraic, Laoise, Roan and Aoibheann, great grandchildren Aaron (Jnr.), Annaliyah and Hailey, son-in-law John, Tim's partner Linda, brother Joe, brothers-in-law Jimmy and Martin, nephews, nieces, extended family, friends and neighbours.
May She Rest in Peace
Reposing at Cross's Funeral Home, Ballyneety, Tuesday, July 29th, from 5pm to 7pm.
Funeral will arrive Wednesday, July 30th, at Archbishop Dermot O'Hurley Memorial Church Caherline, for Requiem Mass at 11am, funeral afterwards to Caherconlish Church Cemetery.
Requiem Mass will be live streamed here
House private, please.
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The death has occurred of Patrick (Birdie) O'Shaughnessy, Reens, Ardagh, Limerick.
Peacefully in the loving care of the staff of St. John's Hospital, Limerick.
Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Peg, brother Michael, sister Ita and her husband Charlie, brother-in-law Wilem.
Patrick will be sadly missed by his loving wife Eileen, sons Patrick and Barry, brother Anthony, sisters Marie (Curley), Eileen, and Bernie (Foley), adored grandchildren Danny, Cian, Aoife, Aaron, Ryan, and Bella, daughters-in-law Ciara and Liz, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
May he rest in peace
Reposing at Magner's Funeral Home, Rathkeale on Tuesday evening (29th July) from 6-7.30p.m. followed by removal to St. Mary's Church, Rathkeale. Requiem Mass on Wednesday at 12 noon followed by burial in Kilscannell Cemetery.
May the light of Heaven shine on him.
Mass will be livestreamed. Link to follow.
Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the Heart Foundation. Please click on the link below to send a condolence to the family.
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The death has occurred of Bridie O’Mahony (née Chawke), Mount Russell, Fr. Russell Road, Limerick and late of HSE.
July 27th 2025, peacefully, in the excellent care of the staff at Milford Care Centre.
Beloved wife of Dan. Bridie will be very sadly missed by her loving sisters Kathleen, (Sharkey), Mary (Hennessy), and brother Tom, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended family and a wide circle of friends. Predeceased by her parents Paddy and Mary and brothers Paddy and Bill.
May she rest in peace.
Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street on Tuesday (29th July) from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral arriving at St. Paul’s Church, Dooradoyle on Wednesday (30th July) for Requiem Mass at 12 noon followed by burial in Castlemungret Cemetery.
Bridie's Requiem Mass will be live-streamed here (link to follow).
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Milford Care Centre.
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The death has occurred of Elaine McNamara (née Hehir), Belfield Court, Farranshone, Limerick.
Peacefully, in the presence of her loving family, under the excellent care of the staff, at Milford Care Centre, on 27th July 2025.
Elaine will be sadly missed by her loving family, devoted husband Billy, children Sonia, Kenneth and Shane, precious grandchildren Lauryn, Aaron, Kayla, Cian, Kealan, Liam and Ella, great-grandson Brodie, son-in-law Sean, daughters-in-law Edel and Sally, her adoring sister Andriana, brothers Ray, Leslie, Paul and Philip, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and great friends.
Rest in Peace
Reposing at Griffin’s Funeral Home, John’s Gate on Wednesday, 30th July from 5pm to 6:30pm. Arriving at St. Mary’s Church, Athlunkard Street, on Thursday, 31st July for Requiem Mass at 10am. Funeral afterwards to Shannon Crematorium for 12 noon Service.
Mass will be streamed live here.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Milford Care Centre - click here to donate.
Messages of sympathy may be conveyed through the condolences section (below), www.griffinfunerals.com or by post to Griffin’s Funeral Home.
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The death has occurred of Rosaleen McDonagh, Caledonian Place, Lord Edward Street, Limerick.
Passed away peacefully, in the exceptional care of the staff at Corbally House Nursing Home, on 27th July 2025.
Rosaleen will be sadly missed by her loving family, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours, her fellow residents of Corbally House Nursing Home and friends.
Rest in Peace
Reposing at Griffin’s Funeral Home, John’s Gate on Tuesday, 29th July from 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Funeral arriving at St. Saviour’s (Dominican) Church, on Wednesday, 30th July for Requiem Mass at 11am.
Burial afterwards in Mount St. Lawrence Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Milford Care Centre. Please click here to donate.
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The death has occurred of Peggy Keane (nee Ahern) Tobermaing Castleisland Co. Kerry and formerly of Broadford Co. Limerick.
Unexpectedly on July 25th 2025 at University Hospital Kerry with her family by her side. Predeceased by her parents Jack and Mary, her sister Bernadette and Tim.
Sadly missed by her loving daughters Nora (Saurin) and Mary (O'Donoghue),her son Vincent, sons-in-law Shaun and James, Vincent's partner Harriet , her adored grandchildren Clara, Maeve, Liam, Alison, Eamonn, Luisa and Fionn, her brothers Patrick, Con, Tom, John and Mike, sisters Kathleen, Nell, Ita, Marian, Anne, Teresa and Geraldine, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, many friends and her former work colleagues at Talbot Grove Castleisland .
May Peggy's Gentle Soul Rest In Peace
Reposing at Tangney's Funeral Home Church Street Castleisland on Tuesday evening July 29th from 5pm to 7pm . Removal from her residence on Wednesday morning July 30th at 10/30am arriving to Castleisland Parish Church for Requiem Mass at 11am . Burial afterwards in St. John's Cemetery Castleisland . The Mass will be livestreamed on www.churchservices.tv/castleisland
Messages of condolence to the family via the link below
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Frank Kavanagh, Abbey Avenue, Irish Estates, Corbally, Limerick and late resident of Riverdale Nursing Home, Blackwater, Ardnacrusha, Co. Clare. Ex Kavanagh Butchers, Wickham Street and Castletroy Golf Club.
On July 27th 2025, peacefully, at Riverdale Nursing Home.
Pre-deceased by wife Alice.
Sadly missed by son John, daughter-in-law Mags, grandchildren John, Niamh, Grace, Mark and Samantha, brother Tony, sisters Sr. Eve and Mona, sister-in-law Ginger, other relatives, friends and neighbours.
May He Rest in Peace
Reposing at Cross's Funeral Home, Gerald Griffin Street, Tuesday, July 29th, from 5pm to 6pm, followed by removal to St. Mary's Church, Athlunkard Street.
Requiem Mass Wednesday, July 30th, at 11.30am, funeral afterwards to Castlemungret Cemetery, Mungret.
A sincere thank you to the Staff of Riverdale Nursing Home for their exceptional care and support of Frank.
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Jean Haigney (née O'Mahoney) Meelick Road, Ballynanty, Limerick and late of Delmege Park, Moyross, Limerick
On July 27th 2025, peacefully, at Milford Care Centre, surrounded by her loving family.
Very deeply regretted by husband loving Denis, sons Denis and Jason, daughters Sandra and Lorraine, grandchildren James and Katie, sisters, other relatives, friends, neighbours and her loyal companion Fluffy.
May She Rest in Peace
Reposing at Cross's Funeral Home, Gerald Griffin Street, Wednesday, July 30th, from 11am to 12pm, followed by Service in Shannon Crematorium at 1pm.
No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Milford Care Centre, in Jean's name.
Jean's family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the Doctors, Nurse and Staff of Milford Care Centre for their exceptional care and support.
Please wear bright colours at Jean's request.
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The death has occurred of Edward (Eddie) Canty, Hyde Road, Limerick and Millbrae Lodge Nursing Home. Late Plumber UHL, EETPU, and Young Munster RFC.
July 28th 2025 peacefully at University Hospital Limerick.
Beloved husband of Maura. Dearly loved father of Kieran, John, Deirdre and the late Sheila. Sadly missed by his loving son-in-law Aidan, daughters-in law Miriam and Ann, his cherished grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great, great granddaughter, sister Dolores, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours, friends and companion Rita. Predeceased by his brother Gerard and sister Marie.
May he rest in peace.
Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street on Wednesday (30th July) from 4.30pm to 6pm. Funeral arriving at The Dominican’s Church, Glentworth Street on Thursday (31st July) for Requiem Mass at 11.30am followed by Cremation Service in Shannon Cremation at 1pm.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Alzheimer Society of Ireland
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The death has occurred of Denis (Tony) Burrowes, Vizes Court, St. Joseph’s Street, Limerick and late of London.
Passed away peacefully, in the loving care of the wonderful staff at Milford Care Centre, on 27th July 2025.
Pre-deceased by his parents and siblings.
Tony is deeply mourned and sadly missed by his nieces Yvonne and Audrey, grandniece Sophie, grandnephews Wayne, Garry, Lee, Zach, Jay and Josh, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews, dear friends Ann, Pauline and Mary, extended family, treasured neighbours and friends.
Tony will be fondly remembered by many, may his gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at Griffin’s Funeral Home John’s Gate on Tuesday, 29th July from 5pm-6pm. Arriving at St. Joseph’s Church, O’Connell Avenue on Wednesday 30th July for Requiem Mass at 1pm. Funeral afterwards to Shannon Crematorium for 3pm Service.
Mass will be streamed live here
Messages of sympathy may be conveyed through the condolences section (below), www.griffinfunerals.com or by post to Griffin’s Funeral Home
May they all rest in peace. To leave a message of condolence, please click here
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