by Tom Aherne
PATRICK CURTIN: The death has occurred of Patrick Curtin, Dunmoylan, Shanagolden, peacefully on Tuesday April 16, at Milford Care Centre. Predeceased by his parents Dan and Ita. Reposing was held at Riedy’s Funeral Home, Newcastle West on Thursday April 18, from 6pm – 8pm. The funeral cortege arrived at St Colman’s Church Kilcolman on Friday morning for 12 o’clock Requiem mass. The Mass was concelebrated by Fr Tim Curtin and Fr Joe Cussen and family members participated. Before Mass commenced symbols relating to Patrick’s life were presented at the Altar. They included bodhran/harmonica to show his love of music. A Limerick Jersey and Munster hat as he was passionate about sport as a player and supporter. Climbing Sticks as he climbed hills and mountains at home and abroad. A gardening item as he loved his gardening and lawn. A model motorbike which recalled his Honda and the numerous trips he made. An item relating to his many years spent working as a supervisor at the Jewellery factory in Rathkeale. A photograph to show his love for family. Fr Tim and daughters Aishling and Alison paid lovely tributes followed by a musical tribute. Burial took place afterwards in Feenagh Cemetery. Sympathy to his wife Mary (Née Delee) son Patrick, daughters Aisling and Alison, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, work colleagues, relatives, and friends.
Patrick was a native of Feenagh and he attended the local national school and later secondary school in Dromcollogher. He married Mary Delee from Kilmeedy, whom he met at Dromcollogher Hall in 1980. They bought the house in Dunmoylan and moved to live there. They welcomed their three children and settled well in their adopted parish. Patrick was gifted with his hands and helped to renovate the house and garden. He worked at Anderson Rathkeale for 37 years. He made many trips abroad with the Irish Rambling House group and he enjoyed hunting the wren. Patrick was a member of Tralee Hill walking Club and climbed many hills and mountains around Ireland and further afield. He led a full life with lots of variety and made a valuable contribution to community life. He was kind, obliging, witty and sincere and will be sadly missed by all. May he rest in Peace.
MARY FLYNN: The death has occurred of Mary Flynn (Nee Roche) Rathreigh, Ardagh and Broadford, Limerick peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, after an illness borne with courage and good humour. Predeceased by her husband Pat (Patrick). Reposing was held at St Kieran’s Church, Coolcappa on Thursday, April 18, from 6pm to 8pm. The Requiem Mass was Concelebrated by Fr Tim Curtin, Canon James Ambrose, Fr Tony Kelleher, Fr Michael Noonan and Fr John Mockler on Friday April 19, at 3pm. Family members participated in the ceremony including the hymns and music. Symbols close to Mary’s heart were presented at the Altar before Mass commenced. Her prayer book and rosary beads as Mary was very religious. Family photos and one taken with Limerick hurler Diarmuid Byrnes and the Liam Mc Carthy Cup, the family unit meant everything to Mary, and she enjoyed watching the sports on TV. A potted flower as the garden was a great passion of Mary’s and greatly admired by all. Fr Tim and son Emmett paid lovely tributes during the ceremony enhanced by the singing and music. Mary was laid to rest afterwards in Tullylease Old Cemetery, Co. Cork.
Sympathy to sons Michael and Emmett, daughter-in-law Liz, grandchildren Megan, Chloe, Evan and Alex, many nephews and nieces, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law both at home and abroad, extended family, neighbours and many good friends. Mary was a native of Broadford and 83 years old. Her life revolved around family, caring and the church. From a family of 15 she cared for family members following the early death of her mother. She worked as a carer and in the hospitality sector. Mary met Pat at ballroom dancing, and they welcomed sons Mike and Emmett into their family. Mary was very involved in the church providing flowers for Ardagh church for many years. She introduced Adoration to Ardagh and a number of other Churches. She was also involved in the setting up of the St Joseph’s Young Priest’s Society and organised many pilgrimages and trips to Holy places and got to meet the Pope. Mary made a huge contribution to family and community life and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. May she rest in Peace.
COUNCIL ELECTION: The Limerick City and County Council Local Elections will be held on Friday June 7. A local candidate Pat King from Carrigkerry will contest the Newcastle West area as an Independent. He is the Supervisor of the Carrigkerry Athea and Old Mill community employment scheme and widely known in sporting circles. He possesses a hard-working attitude who likes to get things done, rather that talking about getting things done. He has been disappointed by the lack of action from elected representatives and successive governments and feels it’s now time for new people and fresh ideas to step up and address the rural issues being ignored. Its Pat’s first time entering the political arena and his motto is the 3, C’s Choices, Chances and Changes. In life you must make the choice to take a chance if you want to make a change. His goals are simple and very achievable, and he is asking the general public to give him a chance to implement his ideas if elected. We wish him well in his quest to become a county councillor.
SENSORY GARDEN: Carrigkerry sensory garden committee would like to thank Councillor John Sheahan from Glin who gave them € 5,000 from his fund to be used in the clearing of the site for the new development there. The sensory garden and Campaign House replica will be put in place there.
WEDDING WISHES: Congratulations and best wishes in the future to Maurice Murphy Kilrodane, Ardagh and Emma O’Kelly Balltdoorty, Castlemahon who were married in St Mary’s Church Castlemahon on Friday April 5. The reception was held at Ballyseede Castle Hotel Tralee.
LEAGUE AWARDS: Congratulations to Róisín Ambrose from Ardagh and the Old Mill club who has been named at midfield on the National Ladies Football League Division 4 Team of the Year. Limerick were beaten finalists after a successful campaign and also honoured were Yvonne Lee and Deborah Murphy from the Monagea club. The awards will be presented at Croke Park on Friday May 3.
GAELIC GAMES: St Kieran’s defeated Ballysteen by 3-5 to 1-3 in the West Junior B Football League at Ballysteen on Thursday April 18. They led by 0-4 to 0-1 at half time. TEAM Con Enright, James O’Connor, Eamon Ambrose, Ben Cussen, Jack Mulqueen, Anthony Mullins, Sean Long, Jack Ben Harnett, Jack O’Sullivan, Fionn Gleeson, Anthony Molyneaux, Brian O’Neill, Brian Sheehan, Oisin Ryan, Oisin Commane. Subs Patrick Ambrose, Mike Upton, Ray Noonan. The St Kieran’s nominated dog Feshtys Mo did not progress from the Con and Anne Kirby Memorial semi- final which was run off on Saturday April 13. St Kieran’s lost to Adare by 0-14 to 1-9 in the West Football League at Adare on Saturday April 20.
SOCCER NEWS: Creeves Celtic drew 2-2 away to Athea United in the Premier Division of the Desmond League on Sunday April 14. James O’Connor and Tommy Dillane scored and Creeves remain top of the division. Carrig Celtic drew 2-2 away to Askeaton/Kilcornan in Division 3 to remain top of the division. In the quarter final of the ladies Desmond Cup Kilcolman Rovers lost 1-0 away to Charleville. Creeves Celtic had no fixture.
ATHEA CLASS CÉILI: The end of season class Céilí was held in Con Colbert Hall Athea on Saturday April 20 and a large crowd attended. A very enjoyable nights dancing followed, and a lovely tea and treats were served. Thanks to John Joe and his team of volunteers who ran the night seamlessly. Great credit is due to John Joe who has taught so many people to dance over many years. Long may he continue to do so well into the future.
LOTTERY DRAW: The Ardagh Development Association and Saint Kieran’s GAA joint weekly lottery draw took place on Monday April 15.The numbers drawn were 4,20,22,28,and there was no winner of the € 17,400 Jackpot. Congratulations to the five lucky dip winners who received € 40 each, Patsy and Moira O’Donovan Ardagh, Liam Flavin Carrigkerry, Ariane Reidy Ardagh, Lucas O’Sullivan c/o Dawn, Mikey Breen Shanagolden. Next week’s Jackpot will be € 17,500. People can play online using club force on the club’s Facebook page, with 6pm on Monday evening the deadline. The tickets are also on sale at the usual outlets, and all support will be appreciated. Both organisations wish to thank all the people for their continued support.
RADIO DRAW: Congratulations to Mary O’Sullivan Carrigkerry, who won € 200 in the West Limerick 102fm 50/50 draw, held on Friday April 19. The tickets cost € 2, or 3 for € 5 and they are available from volunteers, in local shops, (including Moloneys Carrigkerry, and from the radio station. All support will be appreciated. The station can be contacted at 069-66200 if people have news of interest to the West Limerick area.
VISITOR CENTRE: The Knights of Glin Visitor Centre at Lower Main Street Glin is now open for the summer months from 10am to 5pm. It contains a lot of information, and it is free to the public.
CLOTHES COLECTION: Kilcolman NS are holding a fundraising clothes collection on Wednesday April 24. Bags of clothes, shoes, bags, belts, bed linen(no duvets or pillows) can be dropped to the school shelter any time before this date. Thank you for your continued support.
BOOK LAUNCH: Mary Kury from Ardagh will launch her latest book Treasured Memories, a survey of St David’s Graveyard, Churchtown Newcastle West in the Desmond Complex Newcastle West on Wednesday April 24, at 7.30pm. A lot of work has gone into her survey, and it will be a great addition for readers within the catchment area of the graveyard.
DRAMA DATES: Knockaderry/Clouncagh Drama Group present ”Big Splash Small Fish” a comedy in two acts by Jim Keane in the Resource Centre Knockaderry on the following dates at 8pm. Friday April 26, and Sunday April 28. Adults € 10, children € 5, Raffle on the night and all are welcome.
MOYVANE CLASS CÉILÍ: The end of season class Céilí will be held in the Marian Hall Moyvane on Sunday April 27, from 3-6pm. CD Music, refreshments and all are welcome. The proceeds from admission and raffle will be donated to the running of the Marian Hall. Contact Timmy for all the details on 087-9451247.
KNOCKFIERNA WALK: The May Eve walk, and the traditional shaking of holy water will be held on Knockfierna hill on Tuesday April 30. Walkers are asked to meet at the Famine Memorial Wall at 7.30pm. A guest speaker will be present on the night, and all are welcome.