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RIP to the late Marie Howard, John Doyle and Betty Conlon
The death has occurred of
Elizabeth (Betty) Conlon née Dunne, Moorefield Park, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Peacefully, 4th January 2025, at Naas Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Wife of the late Richie. Sadly missed by her loving family Anna, Colette, Seamus, Sean, Imelda, Clare, Raymond and Emma, sons and daughters in law Martin, Tina, Deirdre and Virginija, grandchildren, great granddaughter, brothers and sisters, brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
May Betty Rest In Peace
Reposing at Glennons Funeral Home, 32 Main Street, Newbridge from 5pm on Wednesday concluding with Rosary at 7pm. Removal by Glennons Funeral Directors on Thursday morning to arrive at St Conleth's Parish Church, Newbridge, for Requiem Mass at 11am. Burial afterwards in St. Conleth's Cemetery, Newbridge. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired, to The Friends of Naas Hospital. Betty's Funeral Mass will be live-streamed and can be viewed on the following link: https://newbridgeparish.ie/parish-church
Glennons Funeral Directors accept no responsibility for any live webcam interruptions or issues. For all enquiries, please contact Glennons Funeral Directors on 045 860110.
The death has occurred of
Formerly of Crandoon, Ballitore, Athy.
Retired Irish Army Sergeant, 3rd Inf. Batt, The Curragh Camp. Peacefully, in the loving care of the staff of St. Brigid's Hopsice, The Curragh. Predeceased by his loving wife Margaret and daughter Mary. Deeply regretted by his loving children Ita, John, Martin and Mairead, sisters Ita and Lily, sons-in-law Dermot and Conor, grandchildren Odhran, Saoirse, Donnacha, Éabha and Eoghan, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Rest in Peace
Reposing at Rigney's Funeral Home, Athy on Monday evening (January 6th) from 5pm until 8pm. Removal on Tuesday afternoon (January 7th) to arrive at the Church of Ss Mary & Laurance, Crookstown for Requiem Mass at 1pm, see livestream link on https://www.narraghmoreandmoone.ie/. Burial afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.
Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to The Irish Cancer Society.
Those who would like to leave a message of condolence for the family may do so in the Condolence section below.
The death has occurred of
Late of Northway Estate, Finglas.
Sylvia passed away (peacefully) in the care of Parke House Nursing Home Kilcock surrounded by her loving family. She will be deeply regretted and sadly missed by her family; children Lorna and her husband Adam, April, and John and his wife Jen, grandchildren Oisín, Daragh, Charlie, Abigail, Jack, Max and Patrick, brother Robbie, extended family, relatives and friends.
A celebration of Sylvia's life followed by cremation with take place in Glasnevin Crematorium this Friday (10th January) at 1pm. You can also take part in Sylvia's service via the webstream link below.
Personal messages of condolence can be left using the link at the bottom of this page. The family would like to thank you for your kindness and support at this sad and difficult time.
The death has occurred of
Byrne, Charles (Cha), Leixlip Park, Leixlip and late of Millbrook, Naas, Co. Kildare, January 4th 2025, peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the excellent care of the staff of Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, pre-deceased by his loving son David, lovingly remembered by his devoted wife Alacoque, adored children Deborah, Martin, Cathal, Alacoque, Pamela and Declan, sons-in-law Danny, John and Dan, daughters-in-law Emer, Helena and Carolyn, cherished grandchildren Emma, Cian, Sarah, Daragh, Evan, Sean, Joseph, Aoife, Conor, Kayla and Ava, brother, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
May He Rest In Peace
*Funeral Arrangements will be updated at a later date*
Family flowers only, please. The family would like to express their sincere thanks and gratitude to all the carer's and nursing staff that cared for Charles at home over the past eight months, especially Cormac.
For all enquiries, please contact Oliver Reilly Funeral Directors on (045) 868230.
The death has occurred of
The death has occurred of Eileen Greville (nee McGinty) peacefully at CareChoice Nursing Home Trim Co Meath January 3rd 2025.Predeceased by her late husband Robert and her brothers Fintan and Terry,much loved Mother of daughters Mary,Eily,Claire,Audrey and her son Robbie (Robin), adored grandmother of Molly ,Robin,Daniel,Sophie,Rory,James,Leah,Aidan,Luke,Evan and Oscar. Deeply regretted by her sons in law Danny and Russell , partners Kevin and Ricky,nephew Terry,niece Grainne, neighbours and a wide circle of Friends.
May Eileen Rest in Peace
Eileen will be reposing at her daughter Claire's home on Sunday from 3pm concluding with Rosary at 7.30pm and on Monday from 3pm to 5pm followed by removal to the Church of the Assumption Jordanstown for Funeral prayers at 6pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday at 12 midday followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery.
You can view Eileen's Funeral Mass using the link below
There will be a one way traffic system in place for the Funeral and people are asked to follow the signage please.
The death has occurred of
Marie Howard née Cullen, Dara Park, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Peacefully, 4th January 2025, in the tender care of the staff at St. Brigid's Hospice, The Curragh. Wife of the late Terrence (Terry). Sadly missed by her loving son Michael, daughters Siobhan and Catherine, grandchildren Jake, Adam, Tara, Holly, Grace, Aidan, Finn and Sara, sons-in-law Ferghal and Ken, daughter-in-law Triona, brothers Pascal and Jimmy, sisters Alicia and Breda (Rip), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grand nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
May Marie Rest in Peace
Reposing at her residence from 4pm on Monday concluding with rosary at 7pm. Removal by Glennons Funeral Directors on Tuesday to arrive at St Conleth's Parish Church, Newbridge, for requiem mass at 12noon. Burial afterwards in St. Conleth's Cemetery, Newbridge. Family flowers only, please. Donations if desired, to St Brigid's Hospice, The Curragh.
Marie's funeral mass will be live-streamed and can be viewed on the following link: https://newbridgeparish.ie/parish-church
Glennons Funeral Directors accept no responsibility for any live webcam interruptions or issues. For all enquiries, please contact Glennons Funeral Directors on 045 860110.
The death has occurred of
Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada and formerly of Leinster Street , Athy.
Byrne, Maurice, Hillview, Sallins, Co. Kildare, January 2nd 2025, peacefully at St. James's Hospital, beloved son of the late Lena and Tom and brother of the late Joe and Paddy. Deeply regretted by his loving brother Lar, sister Ann, brother-in-law Tom, sisters-in-law Alison and Bridget, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Rest In Peace
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