The Late Rose Sheehy, nee Fitzgerald, Renagown, Lyreacrompane, Co. Kerry

The Late Rose Sheehy, nee Fitzgerald, Renagown, Lyreacrompane, Co. Kerry

The death has occurred of Rose Sheehy (nee Fitzgerald), Renagown, Lyreacrompane, Co. Kerry on October 8th 2019. Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family in the wonderful care of the staff of Our Lady of Fatima Nursing Home, Tralee. Beloved wife of the late Tommy. Sadly missed by her loving son Eamonn, daughter Patricia, daughter-in-law Geraldine,…

Una Carson, nee Reidy, Chester, England and late of Spa Road, Tralee

Una Carson, nee Reidy, Chester, England and late of Spa Road, Tralee

The death has occurred of Una Carson (nee Reidy) Chester, England and late of 112 Spa Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry Unexpectedly, on September 10th 2019. Beloved daughter of the late Mary and Jerry. Sadly missed by her loving husband Michael, her sisters Eileen and Muriel, brothers William and Diarmuid, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, uncle Larry…

Castleisland Bridge Classes and Tea Dance on the Way

Castleisland Bridge Classes and Tea Dance on the Way

Bridge Classes Coming to Castleisland There is a long-standing tradition of bridge playing in Castleisland and its season is in the door to us. With that in mind, ‘Bridge Classes for Beginners’ will commence on Monday, September 23rd at 8pm in the St. Vincent de Paul Rooms, Church Street, Castleisland. For further information you’re invited…

The Late Tom Walsh, Knocknagoshel and Castleisland

The Late Tom Walsh, Knocknagoshel and Castleisland

The death has occurred of Thomas (Tom) Walsh, Moanmore, Limerick Road, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and formerly of Knockbrack, Knocknagoshel. On August 9th 2019 after a short illness bravely borne. Beloved husband of Betty and dear father of William, Marian, Daniel, Rebecca and Thomas. Sadly missed by his loving wife and family, daughter-in-law Caroline, Adrian and…

To Queensland with Love – A Portrait of TM Donovan

To Queensland with Love – A Portrait of TM Donovan

TM Donovan was born in Church Street, Castleisland in the early 1860s. His claim to fame and a limited version of immortality, is that he, as far as we know, is the only one who penned any history of the Castleisland/East Kerry region from personal knowledge. ‘The victors write the history’ – is a truism…

The Late Kathleen ‘Kit’ McAuliffe, Castleisland and Ballydesmond

The Late Kathleen ‘Kit’ McAuliffe, Castleisland and Ballydesmond

The death has occurred of Kathleen ‘Kit’ McAuliffe, nee Vaughan, Glounsharoon, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and late of Ballydesmond Post Office, Co. Cork. Peacefully on March 20th 2019 surrounded by her loving sons at University Hospital Kerry, Beloved wife of the late Michael. Sadly missed by her loving sons: David and Tim , daughter-in-law Maura, her…

Castleisland Saddened at the Passing of Joanne Walmsley

Castleisland Saddened at the Passing of Joanne Walmsley

The death has occurred of Joanne Walmsley, No 1 The Avenue, Cahereen’s Heights, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and late of 52 St. Stephen’s Park, Castleisland, Co. Kerry. Peacefully on March 7th 2019, surrounded by her loving family in the excellent care of the Palliative Care Team at University Hospital Kerry. Beloved daughter of the late Liz.…

The Late Margaret Enright, Kilcusnan, Castleisland and St. John of God Services, Tralee

The Late Margaret Enright, Kilcusnan, Castleisland and St. John of God Services, Tralee

The death has occurred of Margaret Enright, Kilcusnan, Castleisland, Co. Kerry and St. John of God Services, Tralee. Margaret passed peacefully on January 12th 2019 in the presence of her loving family at University Hospital Kerry. Sadly missed by her heartbroken parents David and Ann, her brothers Connie and David, sisters Breda, Sheila and Patricia,…

The Late Michael Peter Murphy, Gortacoppal, Scartaglin and London

The Late Michael Peter Murphy, Gortacoppal, Scartaglin and London

The death has occurred of Michael Peter Murphy, Gortacoppal, Scartaglen, Co. Kerry and late of London, England. Peacefully, on January 7th 2019, in the presence of his loving family, at University Hospital Kerry. Sadly missed by his loving wife Ann, his family Michael, Margaret, Christine, Declan, Kevin and Philomena, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, his adored five grandchildren…

The Late Margaret Prendiville (nee Sheehy) 90 Main Street, Castleisland

The Late Margaret Prendiville (nee Sheehy) 90 Main Street, Castleisland

The death has occurred of Margaret Prendiville (nee Sheehy) 90 Main Street, Castleisland, Co. Kerry. Peacefully on December 19th 2018 in the presence of her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Maurice and mother of the late Tom. Sadly missed by her loving daughters, Julianne and Anne, sons-in-law John and Mick, her adored grandchildren…