AN AWARDS ceremony that honours the final resting places of Limerick’s deceased has resulted in two main winners - Mahoonagh Beg burial ground and Glenroe burial ground.
The 14th annual Burial Grounds Awards saw Limerick City and County Council recognise the commitment and dedication of groups, associations, and individuals in their respective communities.
Mahoonagh Beg burial ground was named the overall winner in the Ancient Category, while Glenroe burial ground took the overall winner title in the Modern Category.
Mayor of the City and County of Limerick, Cllr Gerald Mitchell said that the local authority is grateful to all those “who, day in and day out, week after week, tirelessly maintain the local burial grounds across Limerick.”
“I want to acknowledge all the communities, burial ground committees, caretakers, and parish councils responsible for the upkeep of Limerick's 250 cemeteries.
“Your work not only ensures the physical care of these grounds but also reflects the enduring influence of our loved ones who have departed,” he added.
According to the council, they recognise the desire of people to be buried in their own localities.
In 2023 the extension to Ballylanders burial ground was completed.
A Muslim burial ground was developed in Patrickswell, and construction of the extension to the Askeaton burial ground is under way.
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