by Tom Aherne
PADDY LISTON: The death has occurred of Paddy (Pat) Liston Glenastar, Ardagh, on Sunday September 15. Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Bessie. Reposing at his family home Glenastar on Wednesday September 18, from 6pm to 8pm. The Requiem Mass was concelebrated by Fr Paddy Bowen, Fr Frank O’Dea, and Fr Frank Duhig at St Molua’s Church Ardagh on Thursday at 12 noon. Symbols of Paddy’s life taken to the altar included family photograph, Limerick jersey, sod of turf, work cap, and mobile phone. family members participated in the ceremony, tributes and The Parting Glass song. Paddy was laid to rest afterwards in the local cemetery. Sympathy to Gerardine, children Gavin, Ciara, Shane, Lisa, Dean, Aimee, their partners Keith, Tina, Jamie, Shauna, grandchildren Josh, Willow, sister Mary, brothers Billy, Mick, nephews Patrick, Liam, sisters-in-law Maria, Breda, brothers-in-law Liam, Noel, Finbarr (O’Connor) and their families, neighbours and friends.
Our paths crossed during our youth, attending Newcastle West school and playing soccer in the Oblate Brothers field in Cahermoyle, Killeaney 7-a-side soccer Tournaments and the Glensharrold 5-a-side tournaments. Paddy was skilful and classy and a goal scorer who was nicknamed ”Swagger” for showing off his soccer skills, etc. He joins Jackie O’Connor Kilcolman, Tom Mc Carthy Rooska and Aiden Treacy Kilreash from those days who are now playing in a higher division up above. May he rest in Peace.
JOHN FLAHERTY: The death has occurred of John Flaherty Rose Cottage, Killeaney Beg, Glin, peacefully at UHL on Saturday September 14. Reposing at Riedy’s Funeral Home Newcastle West on Tuesday September 17, from 6pm to 7.30pm. Requiem Mass was celebrated in the Church of the Immaculate Conception Newcastle West on Wednesday at 11.30am, followed by burial in Holycross Cemetery Athea. Sympathy to his parents Mary, Jack (Carrigkerry) sister Pat, brother-in-law Jerry, aunts, uncles, nephews, niece, other relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in Peace.
SYMPATHY: Sympathy is extended to Noel and Fiona Ahern and family Rathnegore, Ardagh on the death of Noel’s father Pat Ahern Tullig South Abbeyfeale at Killeline Nursing Home Newcastle West on Wednesday September 11. Reposing at Harnett’s Funeral Home Abbeyfeale on Friday September 13. Requiem Mass was celebrated in the Church of the Most Holy Trinity Templeglantine on Saturday followed by burial in Reilig na Tríonóide. Sympathy to all family members and may he rest in Peace.
PAT NORMOYLE: It has been announced that long time parish newspaper correspondent Pat Normoyle, covering the Feohanagh/Castlemahon locality has retired from the position. His weekly notes in the local papers were always wide ranging, informative and interesting to read. Pat covered the activities of the local clubs, church events, tributes etc and the many happenings that occur in a parish. Pat has been involved in many parish organisations and was the long-time editor of the Feohanagh/Castlemahon Parish Annual. We thank Pat for the time he has given in keeping people up to date with what was happening over the years. Wishing him and Agnes good health and happiness in the future.
GAELIC GAMES: St Kieran’s lost to Mungret/ St Pauls by 1-21 to 0-11 in round 5 of the County Intermediate Hurling Championship played in Askeaton on Saturday September 21.They trailed by 1-8 to 0-6 at half-time. After a disappointing championship the team will contest a relegation match.
TEAM: Cillian Ambrose, Edward Fitzgerald, Diarmuid Mulcahy, Aaron Heffernan, Sean Long, Mossie Shine, James O’Connor, Cathal Mc Enery, Conor Woulfe, Michael Murphy, Donie Nolan, Fionn Gleeson, Jack Sullivan, Sean Ryan, Mikey Long. Subs Darragh Mc Mahon, Killian Meade, Cathal O’Connor, Billy Breen.
SOCCER NEWS: Creeves Celtic defeated St Ita’s 3-0 away in the 2nd round of the Munster Junior Cup on Sunday September 15. James O’Connor, Eoin Mc Enery and Seamus Mangan scored their goals. Carrig Celtic received a walkover from Feenagh in the Desmond Division 2 League cup. Kilcolman Rovers had no fixture.
LOTTERY DRAW: The Ardagh Development Association and Saint Kieran’s GAA joint weekly lottery draw took place on Monday September 16.The numbers drawn were 7,11,15,22, and there was no winner of the € 6,900 Jackpot. Congratulations to the five lucky dip winners who received € 40 each: The Five Ardagh c/o Brendan Duggan, Billy Breen Shanagolden, Alan Hogan Ardagh, Peter Buston c/o Neary’s, Kara Greaney Carrigkerry. Next week’s Jackpot will be €7,000. 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 Mike O’Neill, Dromcollogher who won €315 in the West Limerick 102fm 50/50 draw, held on Friday September 20. 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.
COFFEE MORNING: Ardagh ICA will hold their annual Coffee Morning for Milford Hospice on Thursday September 26, from 9.30am to 1pm at Ardagh Hall. All support will be greatly appreciated for this very worthy cause.
GAA FUNDRAISER: St Kieran’s GAA Club are holding a Premier League Last Person Standing 2024 to commence on Saturday September 28. The entry fee is € 10, and first prize is €500. Contact members of the club committee, members of the senior football/intermediate hurling panels, fill the online form, via Revolut to 085 7060100 to enter.
CLUB DRAW: The Limerick GAA Club draw for September will be held on Saturday 28 and announced during the Limerick Live 95fm sports show from 10am to 11am. The entry fee for the draw is € 10, per month and € 21,000 will be given out in prize money each month. The top prize is €10,000 and the star prize this month is a shopping voucher worth €500, for O’Connell’s Menswear Limerick. To join contact the local St Kieran’s club members in person, or online through the Club force App with direct options available. The club will receive 50% of all membership received which is vital for the running of it over the year.
GREENWAY WALK: Brú Columbanus Cork are holding a fundraising walk on the Limerick Greenway on Saturday September 28, commencing from Newcastle West at 10am. The 10km walk is to Barnagh where refreshments will be available. The facility provides home from home accommodation for the families of patients in Cork hospitals. Families from the locality are presently availing of the accommodation as their loved ones are being treated in UHI. The facility depends on donations and fundraisers to enable it to continue to offer this great service. Tickets for the event cost €30 and details from their social media page.
ADULT DANCE CLASSES: Adult dance classes will commence at the Plaza Hall Listowel on Monday September 30. Beginner class from 7-8pm and advanced from 8-9.30pm. The dances taught include waltzing, jiving, quicksteps, foxtrots, and social dancing. No partner required. A fun way to learn how to dance is promised. Contact 087-2817972 for all the details.
MASS CHANGE: Coolcappa/Kilcolman parish weekend Mass on Saturday’s will change from being held in St Colman’s Kilcolman to St Kyran’s Coolcappa from Saturday October 5. It will continue at 7-30 pm for the autumn/winter months.
SET CÉILÍ: A set Céilí will be held in the hall Milford (P56 PN28) on Saturday October 5, from 9pm. It is a very popular venue for Limerick and Cork dancers and a warm welcome awaits all. Music by Donie Nolan Band and tea and treats served. Admission is € 10.