Death Notices for Laois - Monday, March 25, 2024

Olexsandr Yasnitskyl - Durrow / Ukraine

The death has occurred of Oleksandr Yasnitskyl, c/o Castle Arms Hotel, Durrow, Co Laois, formerly from the Odessa Region, Ukraine. He passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 22. He is deeply regretted by his loving wife Halyna, his son Oleksandr, daughter Natalya, his 3 grandchildren Maksim, Oleksandr and Zlata and a wide circle of friends in the Durrow and surrounding areas.

May he Rest in Peace. Funeral Arrangements Later

John (Jackie) Behan - Ballickmoyler

The death has occurred on Thursday, March 21 John (Jackie) Behan, Tierernane, Ballickmoyler, Carlow / Laois.

Predeceased by his parents Jack and Molly, sister Frances and beloved daughter Mary. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Carmel, children John, Joe, Anne, Maurice, Michael, Brede and Helen, brothers Paddy, Jim and Tim, sisters Betty, Maureen and Noreen, son-in-law Mario, daughters-in-law Paula, Theresa, Siobhán and Sheila, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Reposing at his residence (R93T380) on Sunday afternoon, from 5pm until 8pm, with prayers at 8pm. Reposing on Monday afternoon from 2pm to 8pm with prayers at 8pm. Removal on Tuesday afternoon to arrive at St. Abban's Church, Killeen for Requiem Mass at 1pm. Burial afterwards in tn the adjoining cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to The Poor Clare's Convent, Graiguecullen.

Sean Jackson - Killenard

The death occurred peacefully of Sean Jackson Killenard formerly of Ballyfermot, Dublin, surrounded by his loving friends and family, at Portlaoise hospital, after a mighty battle.

Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Rosie and sister Renee. Sadly missed by his loving daughters Karen and Adrienne, brother and sisters Kala, Gemma, Veronica, Fiona and Patrick, his ex and sparring partner Loraine, grandchildren, great-grandson, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and all who knew him will miss his riotous laughter and knack for telling you what you needed to hear whether you liked it or not.

A Celebration of Love for Sean took place at the Garden Chapel at Mount Jerome Crematorium on Monday, March 25, at 2:15pm.

May he rest in peace.

Elizabeth (Lil) O'Connor - Portarlington / Ballybrittas

The death has occurred of Elizabeth (Lil) O'Connor, (née Kelly), Coolaghy, Portarlington formerly The Derries, Ballybrittas,. Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on March 22.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Jeremiah (Jer) , brothers Sean (recently) and Peter. Deeply regretted by her loving family Anne, Patrick, Noel and Paul, brother Brendan, grandchildren Darrell, Evan, Lauren and Jamie, son-in-law Michael, daughters-in-law Geraldine and Linda, sisters-in-law Jackie, Kay and Una, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Reposed at Maher's Chapel of Rest, Portarlington on Sunday. Removal from her residence on Monday to St Paul's Church, Emo for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Seán Treacy - Tullamore, Offaly / Killeigh, Offaly / Laois

The death has occurred of Seán Treacy, No. 2 Chapel Street, Tullamore and formerly Roskeen, Killeigh and St Oliver's Estate, Geashill (suddenly) March 19. Beloved son of the late Paddy and Martha and dear brother of Tom, Pat, Ger, Mary and Michael. Deeply regretted by his sister and brothers, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, family circle, neighbours and his many friends.

Reposing Moloney's Funeral Home, Mountmellick on Sunday. Recital of The Rosary. Reposing Monday from 10.30am until Removal at 11.30am to St Mary's Church, Clonaghadoo arriving for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Burial after in the family grave in Castlebrack.

Rest In Peace.