Death Notices for Laois - Thursday, January 5, 2023

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Paul Malone - Shanahoe

The death took place on Wednesday, January 4 of Paul Malone of Shanahoe and St. Michael’s House Baldoyle, Dublin.

Peacefully in the care of the medical and nursing staff, St. Paul's Ward Beaumont Hospital. Predeceased by his father and mother, Larry and Molly, his brother Gerard, and sister Mary. Deeply regretted by his loving family; Margaret, Anna, Jody, Laurence, Michael and Stephen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunt, and close relations. Paul will be sadly missed by his other family – friends, and staff of St. Michael’s House Baldoyle, who have provided exceptional care and support throughout his life.

Arriving for reception at St. Brigid’s Church Shanahoe (eircode R32AH90) on Saturday evening for 6pm. Requiem Mass on Sunday at 12 noon, followed by Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

James Malone - Barrowhouse

The death took place on Wednesday, January 4 of James (Jim) Malone of Barrow Lodge, Barrowhouse, Athy. 

Peacefully, at home surrounded by his loving family. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Mary, children Ann, Maeve and Seamus, his sister Sr. Mary, L.S.A., sons-in-law Eugene and Peter, grandchildren Eve, Eoghan, Brendan and Thomas, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Reposing at his residence (R14 TC60) on Friday (January 6th) from 4pm until the conclusion of the Rosary at 8pm. Removal on Saturday morning at 10.30am to arrive at St. Mary's Church, Barrowhouse for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Family flowers only. If possible, the family would appreciate the wearing of face coverings.

House strictly private Saturday morning please.

Mary Lalor - Camross

The death took place on Tuesday, January 3 of Mary (Maria) Lalor (née Carroll) of Garrafin, Camross. 

Unexpectedly. Predeceased by her parents John and Mary, husband Fint, brothers Mick, Johnny, Paddy, Billy, Dinny and Joe, sisters Nell and Sarah. Sadly missed by her sons Fintan and John, grandchildren Finn and Sarah, daughter-in-law Helen, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at Burke's Funeral Home Mountrath this Thursday evening from 7pm, with Rosary at 9pm. Removal on Friday morning to St. Fergal's Church, Camross (eircode R32 VY79), for Requiem Mass at 11am, followed by Burial in the adjoining Cemetery. (via Killanure and Garrafin).

Maria’s Requiem Mass will be live streamed on https://www.facebook.com/102465442386310/posts/139940515305469/

Rose McCann - Portarlington

The death took place on Tuesday, January 3 of Rose McCann (née Gallagher) of St Brigid's Square, Portarlington. 

Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Regional Hospital Tullamore. Predeceased by her husband Pat, brother Eamonn, sisters Patricia, Mags and Catherine and son-in-law Peter. Deeply regretted by her loving family Caroline, Kevin, Brendan, Declan and Shane, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at her residence (eircode R32 YX88) on Wednesday evening from 3pm with Rosary at 8pm. Removal on Thursday morning at 11am arriving St Michael's Church, Portarlington for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Funeral afterwards to St Michael's Cemetery, Portarlington.

House Private on Thursday morning, please.

Rose's Requiem Mass will be streamed live on https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-michaels-church-portarlington

Caroline Thuillier - Ballinakilll

The death took place on Tuesday, January 3 of Caroline (Carrie) Thuillier (née Bryan) of Maslough Meadow, Ballinakill and formerly of Shanliss Avenue, Santry. 

Peacefully, surrounded by her family in the care of all the staff of Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross. Beloved wife of George and much-loved mother of John, Martina, Avril, Andrea and Eric, and loving nannie to Adam, Craig, Jordan, Abbey, Cian, Khloe and Jake, great-grand nannie to Ashton and Sunny. Sadly missed by her loving family, her brothers Paddy, William, Kenneth and Donal, her sister Joan, sons-in- law Christy and Marcus, daughters-in-law Debbie and Aisling, relatives and friends.

Reposing at the Massey Bros. Funeral Home, The Coombe D08 AK10 on Friday evening from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday at 11.30am in Church of Our Lady of Good, Counsel, Mourne Road, followed by cremation to Newlands Cross Crematorium. 

Elizabeth Lacey - Stradbally

The death took place on Tuesday, January 3 of Elizabeth (Betty) Lacey of St Joseph’s Centre, Granges Road, Clonsilla, Dublin and formerly Old Mills, Stradbally.

Peacefully, in the care of the Matron and Staff of St. Joseph's Centre, Granges Road, Clonsilla, Co. Dublin. Deeply regretted by her brother, Paddy, cousins and all her friends.

Removal on Thursday, 5th January to arrive at The Church of the Most Holy Rosary, Luggacurren for Requiem Mass at 2pm. Burial afterwards in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Raheenbarnagh, Ballyadams.

Kevin Anthony Hanly - Mountmellick

The death took place on Monday, January 2 of Kevin Anthony Hanly of Wolfe Tone Street, Mountmellick and Geashill. 

At the Regional Hospital Tullamore. Predeceased by his wife Isobel. Deeply regretted by his family Michael, Sandra, Bobby and Barry , grandchildren, relatives, family circle, neighbours and friends.

Reposing in Moloney's Funeral Home on Thursday from 6pm, Recital of the Rosary at 7.30pm. Funeral arriving at the Sacred Heart Church, Killinarden, Dublin on Friday for 11am Requiem Mass. Cremation Service afterwards at 1pm in Newlands Cross Crematorium.

May Whyte - Cullohill

The death took place on Monday, January 2 of May Whyte (née Campion) of Parknahown, Cullohill. 

Peacefully at St. Luke's Hospital, Kilkenny. Predeceased by her brothers Michael, Eddie, Sean and her sister Frances and recently deceased (December 30th) her brother Lot. Sadly missed by her husband Tommy, much loved mother of Joe, Ger (Moreau), Mary-Paul (Delahunty), Helen (Walton), Clem and Lourda (D'Arcy), her adored grandchildren, John, Tommy, Bill, Tommy, Adam, Ruby, Luke, Hannah, Lilly, Orlaith, Eadaoin, Jimmy, Emma, John, Isobel and Amelia, daughters-in-law Marlene and Marie, sons-in-law Simon, Steve, Eamon and Dermot, sisters-in-law Peg and Mary, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. The family would like to say sincere thank you to Theresa, Stephanie and staff and all her friends at Fennor Care Facility.

Reposing at O'Sullivan's Funeral Home, Rathdowney on Thursday evening from 5pm with prayers at 8pm. Funeral Mass in St. Tighearnach's Church, Cullohill (https://Youtube.com/c/AllisonRitchieChurchSinger) on Friday at 1pm followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. 

Patrick Brennan - Portarlington

The death took place on Sunday, January 1 of Patrick (Paddy) Brennan of Patrick Street, Portarlington.

Suddenly at his residence. Predeceased by his parents James and Alice Brennan and brother D.J..Deeply regretted by his loving wife Melanie, son James and his partner Josefiina, brothers Eugene and Bosco, sisters Anastasia and Mary, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends and his loyal faithful (four legged friend) Jack the Lad.

Reposing at Maher's Chapel of Rest, Portarlington on Thursday evening from 6:30pm with Rosary at 8pm. Removal on Friday morning at 9:20am arriving St Michael's Church, Portarlington for Requiem Mass at 10am. Funeral afterwards to St Michael's Cemetery, Portarlington.

Paddy's Requiem Mass will be streamed live on https://www.mcnmedia.tv/camera/st-michaels-church-portarlington

James Birney - Mountrath and Castletown

The death took place on Saturday, December 31 of James (Jimmy) Birney of Crannagh, Mountrath and Castletown. 

Suddenly, at his home. Predeceased by his parents James and Teresa, brothers Tom, Joe and Ollie, sisters Teresa, Mary, Angela, philomena and Gerri. Deeply regretted by his brothers John and Paddy, sisters Lily and Cathleen, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.

Reposing at Guilfoyle's Funeral Home, Castletown, Mountrath this Wednesday evening (Jan. 4th.) from 6pm with prayers in the Funeral home at 8pm. Funeral Mass will take place this Thursday morning (Jan, 5th.) at 11am in St. Edmund's Church, Castletown, (EirCode R32 KT22) with interment immediately afterwards in St. Fintan's Cemetery, Mountrath.

Loughlin Campion - Rathdowney

The death took place on Friday, December 30 of Loughlin (Lot) Campion of Kyle, Rathdowney. 

Peacefully at Portlaoise Regional Hospital. Predeceased by his wife Kathleen and his brothers Michael, Eddie and Sean and his sister Frances. Sadly mourned by his loving family Elaine, Pat, Michael, Conor and Aidan, grandchildren Caoimhe, Roisin, Eimear, Lauren, Eoghan, Michael and Stephanie, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, his sister Mai, brother-in-law Tommy, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. 

Reposing at his home (R32 A2W4) on Wednesday evening from 4pm with prayers at 8pm. Funeral Mass in The Church of The Holy Trinity, Rathdowney (parishwebsites.ie/rathdowney) at 11am on Thursday followed by interment in Bealady Cemetery. House private on Thursday, please.

Pascal Coss - Mountmellick

The death took place on Monday, November 7 of Pascal Coss of Manor Lane, Mountmellick. 

His wife Susan Coss passed away on the 10th of October 2017 in London England UK. Predeceased by brother Noel Coss and Sister Ann Clearey. Pascal and Susan are remembered by daughter Kerry Quinn, her husband Paul and three grandsons Bobby, Paul Jnr, Jack. Also by their son Justin Coss, his partner Mirjam and grandsons Lewis, Thomas and his son Patrick Coss. Also remembered by his sister Dinah Moore and brother Herny Coss and many dear family and friends.

Requiem Mass on Saturday at 12 noon in St. Joseph's Church, Mountmellick. Interment of the cremated remains in the family grave in St Joseph’s Cemetery. The Mass will be live streamed on www.mountmellickparish.ie

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