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The death has occurred of Michael Allen.
Of Woodview Park and formerly of Hyde Road Prospect. Retired caretaker of Caherdavin Girls National School.
Peacefully at St John’s Hospital on January 8, 2026, in the presence of his devoted wife.
Michael will be sadly missed by his loving family, wife Kathleen, daughters Yvonne and Fiona, grandchildren Caoimhe, Chloe, Ethan, Hudson and Harlan, sons-in-law Greg and Evan, brothers Dominic and Brian, sisters Theresa, Ann and Mary, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, kind neighbours and many friends.
Rest in peace
Reposing at Griffin’s Funeral Home, John’s Gate, on Monday, January 12 from 5pm to 6:30pm. Arriving at St. Munchin’s Church, Clancy Strand on Tuesday, January 13 for reequiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in Mount Saint Lawrence (Ext) Cemetery.
Messages of sympathy may be conveyed through www.griffinfunerals.com or by post to Griffin’s Funeral Home.
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The death has occurred of Shauna Carmody-Grace
Of Knockanerra, Murroe
On January 8, 2026, unexpectedly
Deeply missed by her heartbroken mother Bernie and Bernie’s partner David, father Jason, children CJ and Thomas, sister Siobhan, family Dog Levi, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and close friends
May she rest in peace
A private cremation service will be held.
House strictly private, please.
No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Pieta House in Shauna’s memory.
Shauna’s family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the paramedics, gardaí and others who provided explementary assistance in their time of need.
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The death has occurred of William (Bill) Gleeson
Of Clougherviller, Herbertstown and formerly Ballyguy, Murroe. On January 9, 2026, peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his brothers John-Joe, Jim and Pat. Sadly missed by his wife Anne (Nancy), sons Michael, William and John, daughters Mary and Trish, daughters-in-law Caroline, Mary and Siobhán and sons-in-law Charlie and Julian, grandchildren Jasmine, Shónagh, Aoibhín, Liam, Jack, Caoimhe, Róisín, Adam, Eoin, Giovanna, Sinéad, Molly, Conor and Emily, sister, Mary O' Connell, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.
May he rest in peace
Reposing at Sacred Heart Church, Herbertstown on Sunday evening from 4.30pm to 7pm. William's requiem Mass will take place on Monday at 11.30am in Sacred Heart Church, Herbertstown. Burial afterwards in Ballinard Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to CareBright.
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The death has occurred of Brian Hogan
Of Lord Edward Court, and formerly of Claughaun Court, Garryowen. Ex-taxi base operator.
On January 8, 2026, suddenly, at his residence.
Pre-deceased by parents Sean and Rita.
Very deeply regretted by sons Brian and Darragh, daughter Saoirse and their mother Margaret, grandchildren Darragh, Eddie, LJ, Brian, Myles, Sam, Biddyanne, Freya, Rian and Caoilan, daughters-in-law Emily and Kathleen, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, other relatives, friends and neighbours.
May he rest in peace
Reposing at Cross’s Funeral Home, Lower Gerald Griffin Street, Tuesday, January 13, from 3.30pm to 5pm.
Funeral will arrive at St. John’s Cathedral, Cathedral Place, Wednesday, January 14, for requiem Mass at 11am, funeral afterwards to Mount St. Oliver Cemetery.
Brian's requiem Mass will be streamed live at https://www.churchservices.tv/limerickcathedral
No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Milford Care Centre.
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The death has occurred of Catherine Ita Lenihan
Of Caherlevoy, Mountcollins. Passed away peacefully, aged 80 years, in the wonderful care of the nurses and staff at University Hospital Kerry, on Thursday, January 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her parents Michael and Margaret, and her Aunt Julia, sisters Julia Mai and Eila and brother David. Catherine is fondly remembered by her brother Danny, sister-in-law Bridget, brother-in-law Pat Halden, nephews and nieces Pat, Michael and John Daly, Patricia (Flavin) and Michael D. Lenihan, Micheál, John Paul and Brian Lenihan, Michael, Donna and Keith Halden, nieces-in-law, nephews-in-law, grandnieces, grandnephews and her friends, neighbours and former colleagues.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at Harnett’s Funeral Home, The Square, Abbeyfeale, V94 AK44 on Saturday, January 10 from 6pm until 8pm. Requiem Mass for Catherine will be celebrated in The Church of The Assumption, Mountcollins on Monday, January 12 at 2pm.
Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Family flowers only please.
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The death has occurred of Leo Walsh
Of Athlunkard Nursing Home. Died January 2, 2026, age 90 Years
Late of Rathkeale, Clanmaurice Avenue and Dooradoyle, and formerly of Cleary's Dublin and Shaw's Crescent Shopping Centre.
Suddenly but peacefully, in the loving care of staff at Athlunkard Nursing Home, Corbally.
Pre-deceased by his parents Mary and Joseph, brothers Joseph and Dermot and brother-in-law David.
Survived and remembered always by sisters Carmel and Della, nieces Caroline, Irene, Olive and Colette, nephews David and Aidan, sister-in-law Ann, brother-in-law Michael, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family and friends.
May he rest in peace
Leo's funeral has taken place with immediate family present, burial of ashes at later date in his parents grave.
Leo's family wish to thank all the staff in Athlunkard Nursing Home for their wonderful care and attention to Leo for the last number of years, thanks also to Fr Eamon, Majella and staff in Cross's Funeral Home and the gravediggers.
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The death has occurred of Josephine (Jo) Nolan Lynch (née Grimes)
Of Lisdeen, Kilkee, Clare, Killalee and Canada.
Suddenly, at University Hospital Limerick.
Sadly missed and dearly loved by her husband John Joe Lynch, her sons Richard and Eamonn Nolan, daughter-in-law Victoria, her adored grandchildren Tarabh and Ceili, cousins, extended family, neighbours and many friends.
May Josephine rest in peace.
Funeral will arrive on Sunday morning, January 11 to St Senan’s Church, Kilkee for requiem Mass at 11am.
Followed by a private cremation.
Josephine’s funeral Mass can be viewed on https://www.kilkeeparish.com/webcam/
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The death has occurred of John O'Regan
Of Ardrine, Castlemahon.
On January 8, 2026.
Peacefully after a short illness at Milford Care Centre surrounded by his loving family.
John is predeceased by his father Tommy O'Regan.
John (JR) is sadly missed by his mother Noreen, and his loving daughter Shauna, her partner Brian White, and Grandson Nathan. He is fondly remembered by his relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
May His gentle soul rest in peace.
Reposing at Riedy's Funeral Home, Newcastle West on Sunday, January 11 from 6pm until 7.30pm.
Arriving at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Newcastle West on Sunday evening at 8.00 pm.
Requiem Mass for John (JR) will be celebrated on Monday, January 12 at 11.30am with a private cremation service afterwards at Shannon Crematorium.
Family flowers only please.
John's family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of Milford Care Centre for their exceptional care and support provided.
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