Deaths

October 2017

Eminent Wexford historian Tom McDonald dies aged 66

Cloughbawn Church, outside Clonroche was crowded for the funeral of one of County Wexford's most eminent professional historians, Tom McDonald, aged 66, from nearby Ballymackessy.

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September 2017

Farmer Jim Whitty, 93, lived a full and varied life

The late James (Jim) Whitty, Modubeg, Taghmon, died peacefully in Knockeen Nursing Home on September 14.

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Much-loved family woman Sadie Whelan from Bishopswater dies aged 67

THE SAD death took place recently of much-loved Sadie Whelan, from Bishopswater. She was just 67 years old.

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A sad farewell in Tagoat for 'a priest's priest'

THE COMMUNITY of Tagoat, and the wider Wexford, both temporal and pastoral, said a sad farewell on Friday to 'a priest's priest' - Fr Matt Glynn who died last week at the age of 77.

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Margaret Gabbett, aged 74, from Glynn, had a caring and loving nature

Margaret Gabbett (nee McHugh) passed away peacefully at Wexford General Hospital on August 2, with her loving husband Joe by her side.

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Sadness at the passing of Hugh (56)

Communities in Wexford and Bray were saddened to learn of the recent death of Hugh David Forde.

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August 2017

Gallery

Tributes paid to 'master of the sportsfield' Jack Pettit

WEXFORD'S sporting community has paid fitting tribute to talented young hurler, Gaelic footballer and rugby player Jack Pettit, who died suddenly at his home in Broadway last week.

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July 2017

The late John Sinnott loved the simple things in life

John (Sean) Sinnott, late of Corish Park, was born in Drinagh on November 29, 1929, to Irene and Pat Sinnott. He was a caring husband, father and grandfather who loved the simple things in life.

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Education played key role in the life of Fr Fintan

THERE WAS an outpouring of grief last week following the passing of Fr Fintan Morris who had a seven-year spell as curate in Cleariestown.

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June 2017

Wexford man John lived life to the full over his 28 years

wEXFORD man John Wadding-Byrne died far too young at the age of 28, but his family said he did so much more in his short life than many of us get to do in a lifetime.

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Missing Fiona Sinnott's sister Caroline dies at 47

CAROLINE Sinnott, a sister missing Fiona Sinnott, from Bridgetown, has died suddenly at the age of 47.

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Margaret's sad passing came as a great shock

WELL-known Curracloe lady Margaret (Mag) Redmond, passed away suddenly at her home last weekend.

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Great sadness at passing of craftsman Noel

It is with great sadness that the family of Noel Hendrick announces his passing on the morning of Monday, May 15, following a brave battle with a short illness.

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May 2017

Maggie Carthy was a jolly family woman

MARGARET (MAGGIE) CARTHY, who passed away suddenly at her Yoletown, Ballycullane on April 19 aged 88, was a devoted wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother, dedicating her life to her family.

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Devoted mother Joan always put others first

JOAN O'SHEA FFRENCH, who passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after an illness on April 24 aged 49, was a woman who always put others before herself.

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Charlie was a familiar face on Lourdes pilgrimage

The high esteem in which Charlie Murphy of 'Shiloh', Ferns Upper, was held, was evident by the huge attendance at his removal and funeral in Ferns recently.

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Heartbreak at the death of 41-year-old PJ Kehoe

THE tragic death of a 41-year-old father-of-three on Sunday morning has left local communities numbed and 'sick with grief'. PJ Kehoe, 41, from Monamolin, Rathnure, is survived by his wife Pamela; children, Cathal, Eoghan and Niamh; parents, Peter and Mary; brothers James and Paddy, sisters Catherine, Liz and Theresa and the late Maura, parents-in-law Maurice and Joanie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends. He was predeceadsed by his sister Maura,

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Pat Farrell - An Appreciation

IT was with great shock and disbelief that we learned of the recent death of well known retired bank manager and family man Pat Farrell. The sad and hardly credible story of his passing was relayed throughout the county by family, friends and former colleagues.

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Phil's heart always belonged in Wexford

Philip (Phil) Siggins was a devoted husband and loving father who passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.

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Former proof reader Michael was kind and gentle

Michael Lucking, whose death occurred on Monday, April 24, was a former proof reader with People Newspapers.

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April 2017

Aidan was a man of wit, kindness and generosity

Father-of-three Aidan Cummins was a man of 'generosity, kindness and wit' mourners at his funeral were told last Tuesday.

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A true gentleman

Hundreds of mourners descended upon Curracloe to bid farewell to Daniel (Danny) Potter, formerly of Finglas, Dublin 11.

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Eileen lived for her family, her home and her faith

the SAD death took place recently of loving wife, mother and grandmother Eileen Thomas (nee Howlin), of Kennedy Park, Wexford.

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March 2017

Kevin Holmes lived life to the full

A former Wexford resident has died suddenly at the young age of 49.

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Wexford Male Voice Choir was Ray's lifetime passion

Ray Nolan, former President and secretary of Wexford Male Voice Choir, passed away last Saturday.

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Sadness at death of Rathnure hurling legend Mick

There was great sadness last Wednesday following the death of Rathnure hurling legend Mick Butler.

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May was a warm, caring woman who loved life

The late Mary Foxe will forever remain in the memories of those who knew her as a warm, caring woman with a welcoming smile.

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Retired Wexford banker dies attending dental appointment

WELL-known retired Wexford banker Pat Farrell died suddenly while attending a dental appointment in the town last Friday afternoon.

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Jack was an Irish Water Safety stalwart

THE sad death took place recently of Irish Water Safety veteran John Patrick (Jack) Barry, of Carrickduff, Bunclody. He was 80 years old.

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Late Una was a woman of many talents

UNA MULLINS, Garryrichard, Foulksmills, passed away peacefully to her eternal reward on February 17 aged 71 surrounded by her family at Wexford General Hospital.