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15 Apr 2026

RIP: Limerick deaths and funeral details, Wednesday, April 15

RIP: Limerick deaths and funeral details, Wednesday, April 15

The death has occurred of Margaret Bennis

Of Bayside, Dublin, formerly of New Street,

On April 14, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Patrick, Margaret passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving children Sinéad, Muireann, Garrett, Pádraic, Cian, Eóin, Iósaf, Mairéad and Caoimhe.

Also lovingly remembered by her daughters and sons-in-law Enda, Réiltín, Helmut, Eleanor, Jonathan and Rúbia and her adored grandchildren Shauna, Darren, Niamh, Colm, Steven, Alan, David, Oisín, Alannah, Síne, Emilia, Anna, Patrick, Donnchadh, Odhran, Cadhla, Maya and Croía, her dear brothers, Vincent and Tom, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, friends and neighbours, and in the loving care of her carers and the staff of St. Francis hospice.

No flowers please, donations if desired to St. Francis Hospice.

May she rest in peace

Margaret joins her late mother Bridget, father Joseph (Joe), sister Rosarie (Rose).

Margaret will be reposing at Stafford’s Funeral Home, Golf Links Road Portmarnock, D13 E0A2 on Thursday, April 16, from 3pm to 5pm. Removal to the Church of the Resurrection, Bayside on Friday morning for 11am funeral Mass followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium.

No flowers please, donations if desired to St. Francis Hospice.

A live stream of Margaret’s Funeral Mass can be viewed via the link below https://www.mcn.live/Camera/bayside-parish-church

The Crematorium Service will be streamed live via the link below: https://www.dctrust.ie/location/dardistown/dardistown-chapel-webstreaming.html

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The death has occurred of Paul Bolton

Of 21 Liosan Court, Newcastle West

Formerly from Birmingham, Britain, Paul died peacefully at University Hospital Limerick on April 11, 2026, surrounded by his family. Deeply regretted by his daughters Jannette and Adrienne, grand-daughters Sian and Rose, great-grand-daughter Ava, relatives and friends.

May he rest in peace

Cremation will take place on Tuesday, April 21, at Shannon Crematorium.

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The death has occurred of Mary Breen (née Harnett)

Of Rose Cottage, Farran, Tournafulla. Mary died peacefully on April 15, 2026, at her residence with her sister Ita, nieces Janet and Leanne by her side. Mary is deeply regretted by her brothers, Pat, Moss and Sean, Sisters Joan, Kathleen and Ita. Predeceased by her parents John D and Catherine, her brothers Tom and Dan and sister Bridie. Sadly missed by her family, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, other relatives, neighbours and friends.

Rest in peace

Reposing at St. Patrick's Church, Tournafulla, V42 YX05 on Thursday, April 16, from 6pm to 8pm. Requiem Mass at 11am Friday, April 17. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Requiem Mass will be live streamed on Templeglantine Tournafulla Mountcollins Facebook page. Please click on this link. https://www.facebook.com/ttmparish

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Alzheimer's society, Irish Cancer Society and Milford Hospice.

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The death has occurred of Gretta (Margaret) Byrne

Of Coolock, Dublin and formerly of Adare

On April 14, 2026.

Died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and in the wonderful care of staff at St Francies Hospice Raheny.

Predeceased by her sister Eileen and brother Gerard.

Beloved wife of the late John and loving mam of Cathal, Áine, Lorcan and Rioghnach.

Gretta will be very sadly missed by her sons and daughters, son-in-law Edmund, daughter-in-law Holly, grandchildren Nathan and wife Katarzyna, Darragh, Lewis, Jay, Alex, Amber, Makayla, Leila, Callum, Matthew, Madison, and Skye, great granddaughter Ivy, her loving brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.

May she rest in peace.

Reunited in heaven with her husband John and grandson Callum.

Reposing at her home on Friday evening, April 17, from 6pm to 8pm.

Removal on Saturday morning to the Church of St Brendan’s, Coolock Village, D05 Y316, arriving for funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in Fingal Cemetery.

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The death has occurred of Thomas (Tom) Keogh

Of Emily Place, off Mary Street and formerly of St Oliver Plunkett Street, St. Mary’s Park.

On April 14, 2026 peacefully, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Pre-deceased by parents Sean and Ethel and brother Kevin.

Very deeply regretted by his loving wife Catherine, children Yvonne, Adeline, Catherine, Alice, Thomas, Philip, Kevin, Barry and Irene and their respective partners, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, brother-in-law Tomas, sister-in-law Tricia, loyal companion Sally, other relatives, friends and neighbours.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at Cross’s Funeral Home, Lower Gerald Griffin Street, Sunday, April 19, from 1.30pm to 3pm, followed by removal to St. Mary's Church, Athlunkard Street.

Requiem Mass Monday, April 20, at 12pm, Funeral afterwards to Mount St Oliver Cemetery.

Tom's requiem Mass will be streamed live at https://www.churchservices.tv/limerickstmaryscatholicchurch

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Milford Care Centre.

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The death has occurred of Séan Murphy

Of Raheny, Dublin and formerly of Kilteely

Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family and in the wonderful care of staff at Beaumont Hospital. Beloved husband of Ann and loving father of Carol, Colin and Barry. Predeceased by his brothers Tom and Willie. Very sadly missed by his wife, sons and daughter, daughters-in-law Michelle and Emma, grandchildren Holly, Kate, Daniel, Isabelle and Max, brother Declan and sisters Esther and Lil, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.

May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Jenning’s Funeral Home, Springdale Road, Raheny, D05 EE97 on Tuesday afternoon, April 21, from 5pm to 7pm. Removal on Wednesday morning to the Church of Our Lady Mother of Divine Grace, Raheny arriving for funeral Mass at 10am followed by cremation Dardistown Crematorium.

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The death has occurred of Irene Murtagh (née Lyons)

Of Grange Park Road, Waterford City, Waterford and Co Limerick

On April 15, 2026

Predeceased by her beloved husband Andy, parents Joe and Nor,

and her brother Fr. Billy Lyons O.S.A.

Irene will be sadly missed by her children Anne, Joe, Maria and Noreen, grandchildren, Ciara, Andrew, Laura, Joseph, Jillian, Emma, Kate and Liam, daughter-in-law Lorraine, son-in-law Billy (Curtin), sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, extended family and friends.

May Irene rest in peace.

Reposing in her residence on Friday April 17, from 5pm to 7pm.

Requiem Mass in St. Joseph and Benildus’ Church Newtown on Saturday April 18, at 12noon.

Burial afterwards to St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Tramore.

House strictly private outside of reposing time.

Family flowers only please.

The family would like to thank all the staff in the Intensive Care Unit, University Hospital Waterford for the care and attention given to Irene during her time there.

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The death has occurred of Margaret Nash

Of Limerick City

September 30, 1935 to April 11, 2026

Following a Funeral Service in London, Margaret will be repatriated to Limerick to be laid to rest with her dear husband and son.

Pre-deceased by husband Patrick Joseph Nash and son Michael Joseph Nash.

Sadly missed by her beloved children Ray, Anne and Ian, grandchildren Alicia, Ellie, Luke, Claudia and Lucie, and the Bourke, Nash and Haran families and friends.

May she rest in peace

Messages of sympathy can be expressed through the condolence section below and donations can be made to Kidney Care UK in Margaret's memory.

Funeral arrangements later.

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The death has occurred of Rainer Neumeister Jnr

Of Galtee View, Cappamore, Mungret and Kildimo

We regret to announce the passing of Rainer on April 14, 2026, unexpectedly at home. Predeceased by his father Rainer and sister Kornelia. He will be greatly missed by his loving mother Vera (Ward), daughter, granddaughter, nephews, nieces, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends.

May he rest in peace

Funeral arriving at St. Joseph’s Church, Ballybrown on Saturday, April 18, for requiem Mass at 11am with burial afterwards in Kilkeedy Cemetery.

Rainer’s requiem Mass will be live streamed at https://www.twitch.tv/ballybrownchurch

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The death has occurred of Michael O’Sullivan

Of Strandville Gardens, O’Callaghan Strand. Late of Paul Partnership and Northside Community Centre.

On April 15, 2026 peacefully at University Hospital Limerick.

Beloved son of the late John and Bridget (Bridie). Deeply regretted by his brother Tom, his friend from childhood Joe, his cousins, kind neighbours and dear friends.

May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral home, Thomas Street on Friday, April 17 from 4pm to 5.30pm. Funeral arriving at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Ennis Road on Saturday, April 18 for requiem Mass at 10am followed by burial in Mount St. Oliver Cemetery.

Michael’s requiem Mass will be live-streamed at https://www.ourladyoftherosaryparishlimerick.ie/our-parish/web-cam/

House strictly private.

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The death has occurred of Margaret Ryan

Of Laurel Court, Caherdavin Lawn and formerly of Ballyealon East, Ballingarry.

Nurse in the community.

On April 14, 2026 peacefully, in the loving care of Milford Care Centre.

Beloved wife of the late John, formerly of Aherlow, Co Tipperary. Dearly loved mother of Tríona, Andrew, Elaine (Shortt) and Eoin. Adored Grandma to Rachael, Riain, Abbie, Nell, Freya, Joe, Emily, Tom and Charlie. Sadly missed by her daughters-in-law Mairéad, Gormlaith, son-in-law David, sisters Anne (Carroll) and Kathleen / Kay (Dundon), brother-in-law Willie Carroll, sisters-in-law Sheila Noonan, Sr. Nellie Ryan, Sr. Frances de Chantal / Mary, Margaret Ryan, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. Predeceased by her brother Michael, sister Sr. Breeda and nephew David.

May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral home, Thomas Street (V94 FT85) on Friday, April 17 from 6pm to 7.30pm followed by removal to Christ the King Church, Caherdavin, V94 K7C3. Requiem Mass will take place on Saturday, April 18 at 11am followed by burial in Ballinacourty Cemetery, Lisvernane, Glen of Aherlow, Co. Tipperary. Estimated arrival at 1.30pm.

Margaret’s requiem Mass will be live-streamed at https://www.churchservices.tv/caherdavin

Donations if desired to Milford Care Centre.

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The death has occurred of Christopher (Christy) Tobin

Of John Street and formerly of Killalee

On April 15, 2026, peacefully, at Milford Care Centre, surrounded by his family.

Pre-deceased by mother Mary.

Very deeply regretted by daughters Niamh and Pamela, their partners Nicky and Jason and their mother Jackie, grandchildren Nicholas and Kyron, father Joseph, brothers Gerard, Martin and Raymond, sister Carmel, nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, other relatives, friends and neighbours.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at Cross’s Funeral Home, Lower Gerald Griffin Street, Friday, April 17, from 3.30pm to 5pm.

Funeral will arrive Saturday, April 18, at St John’s Cathedral, Cathedral Place, for requiem Mass at 11am, followed by service in Shannon Crematorium at 1pm.

Christy's requiem Mass will be streamed live at https://www.churchservices.tv/limerickcathedral

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Milford Care Centre

Christy’s family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the doctors, nurses and staff of Ward 2C University Hospital Limerick and the Solas Ward of Milford Care for the exceptional care and kindness shown to Christy in his final days.

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The death has occurred of Ann Cosgrave

Of 10 Nicker, Pallasgreen

On April 14, 2026, peacefully at University Hospital Limerick.

Predeceased by her parents James and Kathleen.

Sadly missed by her brothers James and Patrick, sister Caroline, sister-in-law Pauline, nieces, nephew, aunts, uncles, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Rest in peace.

Reposing at Ryan and White's Funeral Home Pallasgreen, V94 VYH6 on Thursday, April 16 from 5.30 pm until 7pm. Arriving in the Church of St John the Baptist, Nicker on Friday morning at 11am for requiem Mass at 11.30 am with burial afterwards in Towerhill cemetery.

Requiem Mass will be streamed live at: https://churchcamlive.ie/nicker-parish/

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The death has occurred of Patrick (Paddy) O'Shea

Of Galvone Road, Kennedy Park and late member of the Defence Forces.

On April 13, 2026, suddenly, at home

Pre-deceased by parents James and Mary and sister Caroline.

Very deeply regretted by loving sisters Paula, Mary and Breda, partner Mary, stepson Stephen, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, the extended Lyons family, friends and neighbours.

May his gentle soul rest in peace

Reposing at Cross’s Funeral Home, Lower Gerald Griffin Street, Thursday, April 16, from 6.00pm to 7.30pm.

Funeral will arrive Friday, April 17, at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Roxboro Road, for Requiem Mass at 2pm, funeral afterwards to Shannon Crematorium arriving for 4pm service.

Paddy's requiem Mass will be streamed live at https://churchcamlive.ie/queen-of-peace

No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to the Irish Heart Foundation.

House strictly private, please.

Paddy’s family would like to thank Stephen, the Emergency Services and our friends and neighbours for their support.

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The death has occurred of Marina Scanlon (née Nolan)

Of Listowel Road, Moyvane, Kerry and Shanagolden

Peacefully, on April 14, 2026, in the wonderful care of Lystoll Lodge Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Michael and much loved sister of the late Tom, Liam, Noel and Geraldine. Marina will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her daughter Deirdre, son Gerard and his partner Dienna, sisters Irene, Anne and Laura, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, neighbours and friends.

May her gentle soul rest in peace

Reposing at Lyons Funeral Home, Derry, Listowel on Thursday evening, April 16 from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. Funeral arriving to the Church of the Assumption, Moyvane on Friday morning at 10.45am, with the requiem Mass for Marina being celebrated at 11.00am, live-streamed on www.churchmedia.tv/moyvane , followed by burial afterwards in Murhur Cemetery, Moyvane.

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The death has occurred of JAMES (Jim) Walsh

Of Ashfield, Raheen and Mallow, Cork

Jim passed away at home, on April 12, 2026.

Beloved husband of the late Mary and dearest father of Robert and Stephen. Sadly missed by his loving sons, grandchildren Findlay, Caidan and Harley, daughter-in-law Danielle, by his sisters Peggy and Patricia, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, relatives, kind neighbours and friends.

Predeceased by his sister Francis.

Rest in peace

Reposing at St. Nessan’s Church, Raheen on Friday, April 17 from 5pm to 6:30pm. Requiem Mass will take place on Saturday, April 18, at 12:30pm. Burial afterwards in Crecora (New) Cemetery.

Mass will be streamed live at https://www.churchservices.tv/raheen

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Croí.

House private please.

Messages of sympathy may be conveyed through www.griffinfunerals.com or by post to Griffin’s Funeral Home.

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May they all rest in peace. To leave a note of condolence, or for information on the live-streaming of funerals, if not stated above, click here

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