Death Notices

Brian Kavanagh

Brian Kavanagh, Arden Glas and formerly London and Coolrain.

Brian passed away peacefully on Wednesday 21st October 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Bridget and Gerard, sister-in-law Mairead. Sadly, missed by his loving wife Margaret, daughter Linda, son Raymond, their partners Andy and Lianne, grandchildren Megan, Marie, Sadie, Bella and Alfie, brother Gerry and sister Peggy, nephews, extended family, relatives and friends.

May Brian Rest in Peace

Reposing at Burke’s Funeral Home, Mountrath (R32Y661) on Saturday, October 24th from 6pm, concluding with Rosary at 8.30p.m. Removal on Sunday to St. Fergal’s Church, Camross (R32VY792) for Requiem Mass at 2pm; https://www.facebook.com/Camross-Pastoral-Council-102465442386310/ followed by burial in the adjoining Cemetery.

Family Flowers only, Donations if desired to Tullamore Hospital

The Kavanagh family would like to thank you for your support and co-operation at this time.

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Dermot Martin

The death has occurred of Dermot (Der) Martin Liogard Portlaoise on 15th October 2026,

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Olive and dearly loved father to Siobhán, Dermot, Donna and Claire. Cherished grandfather to Tiernan, Eoghan, Jack, Noah, Amelia and Odhran. Deeply regretted by his loving family, sons in law, Declan, Ger and Brian, brothers Tony and Séan, sisters Mena, Ann, Margaret and Catherine, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

May he Rest in Peace.   

Reposing at Keegan’s Funeral Home on Friday, October 16th from 6.30 pm until 8 pm with Rosary at 7.30 pm. Funeral will arrive at SS Peter and Paul’s Church on Saturday for 12 noon Requiem Mass; https://www.portlaoiseparish.ie/webcam/. Interment will take place afterwards in SS Peter and Pauls Cemetery.

 

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Josephine Hughes

Josephine (Jo) Hughes (nee Coss) Grenville. Died 10th Oct 2026

Peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband John (Ballyfin Rd). Dearly loved mother to Norrie, Edel & Siobhan. Cherished grandmother to Cian, Eoin, Keara, Shauna. Great grandmother to Caitlyn, Erin, AJ, Caoimhe and Oisin. Deeply regretted by her loving family, sons in law and partners, brother Dan, sister Betty, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

May she Rest in Peace

Reposing at Keegan’s funeral home on Monday, October 12th from 6.30 pm until 8 pm, with prayers at 7.30 pm . Removal on Tuesday to arrive at SS Peter and Pauls Church for 11 am Requiem Mass . Interment will follow in SS Peter and Pauls cemetery Portlaoise .

House private please.

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Mary Delaney

Mary Delaney (née Cahill), Ballydavis & formerly of Clogh, Castlecomer, Co.Kilkenny

Mary passed away peacefully, on Thursday October 8th, while surrounded by her loving family in the care of the medical staff of Midlands Regional Hospital, Tullamore. Predeceased by her parents Jack and Peg. Mary is deeply regretted and will be sadly missed by her loving husband Pat, son Colin, daughter Aoidean, granddaughter Caoimhe, Colin’s partner Sinéad, Aoidean’s partner Ruaidhrí, her brothers and sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and a wide circle of friends.

May Mary Rest in Peace

Reposing at Keegan’s Funeral Home on Saturday, 10th October from 4pm concluding with Vigil Prayers & Rosary at 7pm. Funeral cortége arriving at St. Patrick’s Church, Clogh (R95 DXE4) for Requiem Mass on Sunday at 2pm cloghparish.ie . Mary will be laid to rest thereafter in the adjoining cemetery.

 

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