Death Notices for Laois - Thursday, October 24, 2024
Laois funeral announcements and arrangements
Michael Cavanagh - Borris-in-Ossory
Condolences to the family of the late Michael (Chelsea Mick) Kavanagh (Glasnevin, Dublin 11 and formerly of Borris-in-Ossory, Co Laois) who died on October 23 (peacefully) in the care of the staff at St. Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown.
Beloved husband of the late Susanne and dear brother of John, and the late Joseph, Jim and Brian; sadly missed by his loving brother, sister-in-law Karen, cousins, nieces, nephews, very good friend Matt, relatives and friends.
Removal on Monday afternoon (October 28th) to Glasnevin Crematorium for a celebration of Michael’s life at 2:20pm.
Rest in Peace.
James Cox - Portlaoise
The death has occurred of James (Shay) Cox, Portlaoise, Laois / Shankill, Dublin who died suddenly, but peacefully, aged 67 years, on Wednesday, October, 23, following a short illness, in the kind and compassionate care of the Critical Care Unit at the Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise.
Son of the late James and Philomena Cox and much loved brother of Gerard, Paul, Patricia and Jean. He will be sadly missed by his brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, close friends and his Sue Ryder community.
Reposing at Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray on Tuesday morning (October 29) from 10 am, with a funeral service beginning at 11 am, in the funeral home, followed by a committal ceremony at 12.45 in the Garden Chapel at Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harold’s Cross, Dublin 6W. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Sue Ryder Ireland.
John Cooney - Durrow
The death has occurred of John Cooney, 14 Mary Street, Durrow, peacefully surrounded by his loving family while under the wonderful care of the medical staff of University Hospital Waterford. John is deeply regretted by his loving wife Betty and his adoring daughter Martina, his brother Joe and sisters Margaret and Breda. Predeceased by his son Vinnie and brother Noel. He will be sadly missed by his family, his extended family and a wide circle of friends.
Reposing in the Church of the Holy Trinity, Durrow, Co. Laois (R32 CK11) on Friday, 25th October 2024, at 6pm concluding with recital of Rosary at 8pm. Requiem Mass on Saturday, 26th October 2024, in the Church of the Holy Trinity, Durrow at 11am with burial immediately afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
Joseph Ruth - Portlaoise
Condolences to the family of the late Joseph Ruth, St Johns Sq, Portlaoise who died on October 21 aged 88. Son of the late Josephine Ryan. Deeply regretted by his daughter Donna Sons Joseph, Patrick and Derek, Niece Annette and her husband Chris, son in law Karl, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and his many colleagues and friends at Portlaoise Regional Hospital.
Reposing at Keegans Funeral Home on Thursday evening from 6 pm until 7 pm. Removal on Friday to arrive at SS Peter and Paul's Church for 12 noon requiem mass. Interment will follow in SS Peter and Paul's Cemetery, Portlaoise.