by Tom Aherne
NANCY DALY: The death has taken place of Nancy (Hannah) Daly (nee Hartigan) Coolcranogue, Ardagh, peacefully on Saturday (St Bridgit’s Day)February 1, at Milford Care Centre. Predeceased by her husband John and sisters Kathleen and Bridie. Reposing was held at St Molua’s Church, Ardagh on Monday February 3, from 5pm until 7.30pm. The Requiem Mass was concelebrated on Tuesday at 11.30am by Fr Paddy Bowen, Fr Willie Russell and Canon Frank O’Dea and a large crowd attended. Family members participated in the readings, prayers of the faithful, offertory, reflection and eulogy. Symbols associated with Nancy’s life were brought to the altar before Mass commenced. They included items to show her love for religion, cooking, entertainment etc. A family member paid a lovely tribute to Nancy before the ceremony concluded.
Nancy was a native of Clounleharde, Ballyhahill, born in 1942 and from a family of five. Married John in 1960 and they moved to Ardagh in 1968. They were blessed with a family of 13, and Nancy was a homemaker as well as helping with the outdoor work in bog and meadow. John died in 1993, and Nancy continued to raise her family and also worked outside the home in later years. She was a strong-willed lady who outside of family liked her style, dancing, card playing and visits to the Desmond Complex. She brightened the lives of so many with her personality and stories and will be sadly missed by all who were lucky to know her. Nancy was laid to rest afterwards in the local cemetery. Sympathy to her 9 sons and 4 daughters, her 2 brothers Pat and John, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, 38 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. May she rest In Peace.
WREN PRESENTATION: The Carrigkerry Wrenboy Group held their Presentation evening at the Flag Floor Rambling House, Carrigkerry on Friday January 31. This year’s chosen charitable groups and organisations who received donations included, Carrigkerry National School, Coolcappa National School, Old Mill Ladies Football Club, Irish Cancer Society Night Nursing Service, Eadha Hayes, daughter of Catherine and Chris, Kilcolman who was born in June 2024 four weeks premature and faces several significant health challenges, which require two full-time caregivers, Nano Nagle Special School, Listowel which caters for pupils throughout West Limerick aged between 4 and 18 years who have been assessed to have a general learning disability including: Autism, Sensory Impairments, Physical Disabilities and significant medical care needs, Brú Columbanus Cork, who provide accommodation to the relatives of seriously ill patients in Cork Hospitals enabling relatives to provide comfort and support to their loved ones. This accommodation is provided free of charge, they rely on donations and fundraising initiatives to cover their running costs. Many thanks to everyone who supported the Group on St. Stephen’s Day in the wren.
CHRISTMAS WREATHS: Thanks to everyone who purchased Christmas wreaths for graves and door hangers. The proceeds were donated to Plan International Ireland -supporting projects in Zimbabwe Redemptorist Limerick – food appeal fund Unicef – Gaza emergency appeal.
LOTTERY DRAW: The Ardagh Development Association and Saint Kieran’s GAA joint weekly lottery draw took place on Monday February 3.The numbers drawn were 1,3,11,27, and there was no winner of the €5,400 Jackpot. Congratulations to the five lucky dip winners who received € 40 each: Bernie O’Connell Ardagh, M and S c/o Tom Harnett Ardagh, Mairead Adams, Mike Beasley Shanagolden, Ciarán Duignan Roscommon c/o Neary’s. Next week’s Jackpot will be €5,500. 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 Jessica O’Shea, Rathkeale who won €215 in the West Limerick 102fm 50/50 draw, held on Friday February 7. 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.
SPLIT THE POT: Congratulations to Marion O’Connor, who won €450 in the January Creeves Celtic FC Split the Pot monthly draw held at the Thatch Newbridge on Friday February 7. Tickets to enter the draw are available from committee members, club managers, at Neary’s Ardagh, Inver five crossroads Rathkeale and the Thatch Newbridge. All support will be greatly appreciated.
RUN/WALK: Kilcolman Rovers held their family fun run/walk on Sunday February 2, Congratulations to the prize winners, Karl Lenihan, Michael Guiney, James Morrisroe, first three males’ home and Grace O’Donnell, Aisling Fitzgerald and Gillian O’Regan, first three females’ home.
LADIES FOOTBALL: Róisín Ambrose (Captain)and Iris Kennelly (1-4) from the Old Mill ladies club were members of the Limerick team defeated by Wexford 1-12 to 1-6 in Division 3 of the National Football League played at Mick Neville Park on Sunday February 2.
SOCCER NEWS: Creeves Celtic lost 2-0 away to Ballingarry in the Premier Division of the Desmond League on Friday January 31. In Division 2 Carrig Celtic defeated Breska Rovers B 4-2 at home with goals from Pa Brouder, Sean Kelly, Adam Bennett and an own goal. Kilcolman Rovers had no match. In the Desmond Ladies League Creeves Celtic defeated Ballingarry B 3-0 away with goals from Laura O’Shaughnessy 2, and Caoimhe O’Connell.
SHOP REOPENS: Welcome back to Mullane’s Quik Pick Shop Knockdown, Athea which reopened on Monday February 10. Opened by his late father Danny it was accidently burnt down on June 9, 2023. It will be open seven days a week from 8am to 9pm, offering a great service to the local community. Best wishes to Ta, Ita and family in the future.
CLUB DRAW: The Limerick GAA Club draw for 2025 is now open for membership. The Saint Kieran’s club are promoting it, and the first draw will be held in late March. The entry fee for the ten draws is € 100, and € 21,000 will be given out in prize money each month. The first prize is € 10,000, 2nd prize € 3,000, 3rd prize € 2,000, 4th prize € 1,000, 5th prize is an exclusive star prize, and 4 prizes of € 500, four prizes € 250, and 17 prizes of € 100. 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.
HISTORY TALK: Rathkeale Historical Society continue their winter season of free talks on Friday February 14, at 8-30pm in the Community Arts Centre, upstairs in Rathkeale Library. ”What has happened in this house? Brian Friel and his mothers people” Breandán Mac Suibhne University of Galway, or Dr Susan Halvey will speak about ”The remarkable story of Charlotte Grace O’Brien” and all are welcome Membership of Rathkeale Historical Society for the year is € 10.
CAR BOOT SALE: A fundraising car
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boot sale will be held in Newcastle West Community Centre on Saturday February 15. Contact 069-69584 for all the details.
MILFORD WALK: The annual Milford Care Centre 10km walk/run takes place on Sunday February 16. Their fundraising department have all the details and can be contacted at 061-485859 or fundraising @milfordcarecentre.ie
TAYLORS CROSS: Donie Nolan and Taylor’s Cross Céilí band will be playing in Mealagh Valley Community Centre Bantry, Cork on Sunday February 16, from 2.30pm to 5.30pm and in Milltown Malbay Community Centre on Friday February 21 from 9pm to midnight. They will be playing in Tournafulla on Sunday March 16 and Athea on Sunday April 6.
RAMBLING HOUSE: A rambling house will be held at Ballyhahill Hall on Wednesday February 19, at 8.00pm and teas served. All musicians, singers, storytellers, dancers and listeners are welcome to attend for a great night’s enjoyment.
ITAS NIGHT: Ita’s rambling house will be held in the Desmond Complex Newcastle West on Friday February 21, at 8pm. All musicians, singers, storytellers, dancers and listeners are welcome to attend both for a great night’s enjoyment.
COUNTY SCÓR: The County Senior Scór Finals will be held in the Community Centre Askeaton on Friday March 7 at 7.30pm. The question time final will be held in St Paul’s GAA Pavilion on Thursday March 6 at 6.30pm.
CHARITY CÉILÍ: A Charity Céilí in aid of Down Syndrome Limerick will be held in the Community Centre Monagea on Saturday March 22, from 9pm. Music by Mountain Road Céili Band and admission is € 12. Refreshments will be served, and all support will be greatly appreciated. Down Syndrome Limerick have provided support for those with Down Syndrome and their families throughout the city and county since 1971.