Death Notices for Laois - Friday, May 30, 2025

John Carey - Portarlington/Dublin 

The death has occurred of John Carey, Portarlington, Co. Laois, formerly of Tymon North, Dublin 24 on May 28. Peacefully in the dignified and respectful care of the staff of St. James’s Hospital, Dublin 8, in the presence of his loving family, following the wonderful care of the staff of Portlaoise Hospital ICU.

Dearly loved son of Rita and much-loved brother of Colm, Pat and Caroline. John will be forever loved and sadly missed by mother, brothers and sister, his son Jordan and his two granddaughters Freya and Aurora, he will be forever in the thoughts of his aunts and uncles and remembered by his nephews, nieces and extended family.

A special word of thanks to the Peter McVerry Trust who helped John greatly in his moment of need. Donations, if desired can be made to the Irish Cancer Society or the Peter McVerry Trust in memory of John. 

All enquiries to Massey Bros., Templeogue on (01) 490 7601.

Charles Miller - Vicarstown

The death has occurred of Charles Miller of Boveen House, Sharavogue, Birr, Co Offaly and Vicarstown, Co.Laois.

Charley died peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on May 28.

Predeceased by his twin infant daughters,his brothers John and Pat and his sister Julia.

He will be deeply missed by his wife Shelly and children, Jim, Barbara (O'Meara), John, Máire (Kennedy), Cathal, Patrick, Elizabeth (Lacey) and Donal, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law and partner.

His brothers and sisters, Robert, James, Dan, Mary, Rita, Elizabeth, Kathleen, Angela, Nuala and Agnes, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, his 17 grandchildren and his wonderful neighbours,nephews, nieces ,relatives and friends.

May Charley's gentle soul rest in peace.

Charley will repose at his home on Saturday 31st of May from 3pm until 7 pm.

Private removal on Sunday 1st June to St Colman's Church, Kilcolman for funeral Mass at noon followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Liam Quigley - Ballacolla

The death has occurred of Liam Quigley, Dairyhill, Ballacolla who died on May 28 peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his wife Mary, son Colm, parents Mary and Bill, sisters Mary and Lilly and grandchild Karl.

Sadly missed and remembered with love by his family, Maud, Caroline, Ann, Elizabeth, Willie, Mark, Olivia and Denise, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sister Kathleen, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of good friends.

Reposing at his residence on Friday afternoon May 30th. (Eircode R32R721) from 3 pm pausing for prayers at 8 pm.

Removal to St. Canice's Church, Clough on Saturday morning arriving for Requiem Mass at 11 am. Interment afterwards in St. Fergal's Cemetery, Ballacolla.