Local Notes: A momentous occasion, Need More Nature and a social for volunteers
St Saviours Church, Ballybeg
It is with deep and sincere regret that we record the death of Mr Patrick (Jackie) Cassidy, Priory Lawn and formerly of Ballieborough, Co Cavan.
Late of the Fairgreen Inn, who died in UHW on Friday, January 23.
His remains lay in repose in Thompson's Funeral Home on Monday, January 26, with vigil prayers and rosary.
Jackie (as he was known), Funeral Cortege walked from Priory Lawn on Tuesday, January 27, to St Saviour's Church for a requiem mass.
His remains were received by Fr Robert Grant PP and requiem mass was celebrated by Fr Robert Grant PP.
Before the mass, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought gifts to the altar, which were all part of Jackie's life.
His grandchildren read the readings and the prayers of the faithful and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought the gifts to the altar.
Followed by a private cremation.
Jackie was well known in the area, having lived in Priory Lawn for many years.
He was a lovely, quiet-spoken gentleman and always had a kind word for anyone he knew.
He loved a good Pint of Guinness. He worked in the Fairgreen Inn with the late Frankie King.
He will be sadly missed by family and friends, which was shown by the huge cortege at his funeral mass.
Predeceased by his parents John and May, brothers, Micheal and Peter, sisters Bernadette, Eileen, Mary and Pauline.
He will be sadly missed by his wife Peggy, sons Micheal, David and John, daughters Beborah, Lisa, Patrice, Bernie, Geraldine and Claire, daughter-in-law and sons-in-law grandchildren and great grandchildren siter Josephine, Nuala and Gloria brother-in-law Thomas and sisters-in-law May and Carmel nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom we offer our deepest sympathy.
The family would like to thank the staff of the Oak Ward UHW for the exceptional care shown to Jackie in the last few weeks.
A very happy birthday is wished to Paul Dower Meadowbank, who celebrates his special day on February 11.
Birthday wishes come to him from his Mam Betty Dower, Priory lawn and all his family and friends.
We also send birthday wishes to his sister Colette, who celebrates her birthday on Thursday, February 16, all her family and friends send birthday wishes to her.
A very happy birthday is wished to Mary Phelan Glencarra, who will celebrate her birthday on Monday, February 8. Her husband Joe and all her family and friends send birthday wishes to her on this, her special day.
A very happy birthday is wished to Abbey Cleary, Ballybeg Drive, who celebrates her birthday on Tuesday, February 9, with a party for family and all her friends.
Birthday wishes come to Abbey from all her family and friends Edmund Rice ARA The AGM of the Edmund Rice ARA will be held on Thursday, February 5, in St Patrick's Gateway, Patrick Street, at 2-30pm.
If you would like to join our ARA, please come to our AGM.
A very happy wedding anniversary is wished to Gabrielle and Paul Kavanagh, Congress Place, who celebrate their special day on Monday, February 9.
Best wishes for many more years of happiness come from their sons, Gerard and Dermot, their daughter-in-law, Gemma, their granddaughter, Lexi and grandson Sean and all the Laffan and Kavanagh Families.
Little Saints for ages five-years to eight-years meet from 11am on Saturday mornings.
Please contact the club for more information on other training times.
All boys and girls from Ballybeg and the surrounding areas are welcome to come and join our club for football and hurling.
Samaritans offer emotional support to all their callers who are going through difficult times in their lives.
They can be contacted on free call number 116123, 24 hours a day or face-to-face contact at their 16 Beau Street Waterford Office between the hours of 9am to 9pm.
Southend academy continues each Saturday, weather permitting, from 2:30 to 3:30 pm for girls and boys aged five to nine years.
All are welcome, cost €2.
Training for other age groups up to under 16 years on Tuesday and Thursday, 5-30 to 6-45pm.
Building on the success of the last two years, we are delighted once again to host this great event, which will take place on Sunday, February 8, at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity Within, Waterford.
We hope to assemble many choirs from the region to raise the roof singing a selection of well-known and much-loved hymns, accompanied by organ and our great friends from Waterford City Brass.
There are two ways to participate – join the massed choirs – attend as a choir (however large or small) or as an individual singer, for the rehearsal at 2.30pm on Sunday, February 8 with a short break before the main event (booking required) or join as a member of the congregation for Songs of Praise at 5pm, which is open to all – no booking required.
Deepest Sympathy to Francie Swift Glencarra and all the Swift Family Ardmore Park on the death of their sister and aunt Noleen O’Sullivan nee Swift, McDonagh Road, Kingsmeadow, who died on January 22.
Our parish shop is open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10am to 12pm.
Baptismal certs, Mass cards, and holy water. Also in stock are Medals and Baptism candles.
We now have Mass bouquets and candles in stock. Please support your Parish shop.
Mass Times in St Saviour's Church are daily at 10am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
No Mass on Wednesday. Sunday Mass Times: 8:30am, 11am and 5:30pm.
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Novena Prayers every Monday morning,
Petition Basket at the back of the church.
Confessions are heard after morning mass.
Baptism takes place on Sunday at 12 pm.
Please contact the Parish office to arrange a week's notice is required Care of the sick and elderly.
Please contact the parish office if you have a relative or neighbour sick at home or in hospital who would like to be visited or added to the first Friday calls.
First Friday calls take place between 10am and 12pm You can contact the office at 051376032, email stsaviourspo@gmail.com, or text mobile 089 2395192.
If you need assistance from the St Rose of Lima St Vincent de Paul Conference Ballybeg, please phone 051350725, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Parish text mobile 089 2395192 or phone 051 376032.
Like us on Facebook: stsavioursbb. Mass time in St Saviours 10am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, Sunday, 8:30am, 11am and 5:30pm. Blessing of Candles takes place this week.
If you would like to donate candles to the church, you can still do so by handing them in to the church.
Any Items for this column can be emailed before Thursday each week to marian.murphy@hotmail.com.
Quote for the Week: “One day at a time is enough, Don’t look back and grieve the past...It is gone. Don’t be troubled about the future. It has not come yet. Live in the present and make it so beautiful, it will be worth remembering.” Anon.
Sunday, January 25, was a truly momentous occasion for our parish with the ordination to the Permanent Diaconate of David Cooney.
There was a large turnout for the ordination ceremony, performed by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, and attended by David’s family and friends, priests, deacons, and reverend sisters.
Holy Mass was celebrated by Bishop Cullinan and co-celebrated by Mons. Pat Fitzgerald, Fr. Enna Condon, Maynooth Pontifical University, Fr. Dawit Teckle, Deacons Rev. Brendan, Rev. Eric and Rev. Brian.
The Readers were Jane and Rev. Brendan.
The massed choir, directed by Sean Hennessy, sang beautifully.
The altar was tastefully decorated by Gerardine and Bernie, the sacristan, who was thanked also.
Students from Presentation Secondary School, John Paul 11 Awards, played a very important role in the occasion by welcoming everyone and distributing the Order of Service. Mons. Pat thanked all who took part and helped make this such a memorable and enjoyable day.
The whole parish is supporting David on his new journey.
We all appreciate the generosity of his wife, Una, his children and grandchildren for sharing him with us and accompanying him fully at all times.
Bishop Cullinan wished David and his family abundant blessings and blessings also to all those Rev. David will meet and minister to throughout his life.
This year marked the 15th year this event was successfully run in our Parish.
We are happy to report and compliment over 200 runners and 356 walkers who took part.
It is and was Waterford’s fastest five-mile run, with an amazing 14 runners who came in under 30 minutes for five miles.
Awesome! Refreshments were enjoyed by all in St. Paul’s Parish Centre. All monies raised go directly to local clubs and support them in providing extra facilities for their members.
This year, the camogie girls turned out in force and were joined by many others.
Special thanks to all the running groups who supported us this year, including WAC, WWAC Ferrybank, The Huffers and Puffers, Saturday Road Runners and many more.
See you all again next year, please God!
Many thanks to all our sponsors. Waterford Credit Union, Dr Rowe Practice, Alfie Hale and many others, too numerous to mention.
The Tarsus Scripture Group warmly invites you to join us on the following Bible journey.
We are taking a new and exciting look at St. Paul. You will be amazed!
The first of four weekly sessions begins on Thursday, February 19, at 7:30pm, in the Parish Centre in St. Joseph and Benildus.
Come along, we would love to see you there!
The death has occurred of Maura Ryan (Nee Hennessy), Francis Court, Lisduggan, Waterford, January 19 2026.
Formerly of Convent Hill, Waterford, Late of Airmount Maternity Hospital.
Maura passed away peacefully in the tender care of the staff of Kilbarry Care Centre, Waterford, surrounded by her loving family.
Predeceased by her husband Paddy, daughter Sharon, parents, brothers, son-in-law Paul and niece Maria Keating.
Sadly, missed by her loving sons Thomas, Pat and Anthony, daughters Breda, Annette, and Lolly, daughters-in-law Catherine and Anne, sons-in-law Michael and Johnny, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandson, brother Billy, sister Betty, brother-in-law John, sisters-in-law Sr. Peggy, nephews, neighbours and friends.
May She Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack St., Waterford on Thursday (January 22) from 3.30pm, followed by removal to St. Paul’s Church, Lisduggan.
Maura’s funeral cortege will walk from the Bank on Fr. Gregory Way for reception into the church at 6pm.
Requiem Mass in St. Paul’s Church, Lisduggan, on Friday (January 23) at 10am, followed by burial in St. Otteran’s Cemetery. Ballinaneeshagh, Cork Road, Waterford.
Waterford Sports Partnership have teamed up with Waterford Boat Club to deliver an eight-week Beginner Rowing Programme just for girls aged 12 & 13 – a brilliant way to get active, build confidence and have fun on the water.
Week 1 starts Wednesday, February 11 (5:30pm-7pm) & Saturday, February 14 (10am-12pm). Waterford Boat Club, Newtown. €60 per person + Eventbrite fee.
No experience needed – just a willingness to give it a go and the ability to swim.
Spaces are limited, so book now on Eventbrite and let the adventure begin. https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/beginner-rowing-for-12-13-year-old-girls-tickets-19805851363752?aff=oddtdcreator.
Presentation Secondary School Try Pres. We ask all fifth-grade girls to join us at Try Pres for a fun and interactive morning.
Discover our state-of-the-art facilities and learn more about the academic and extracurricular opportunities available.
Give Pres a Try! Saturday, February 7, from 9:30am to 12pm.
Book online to avoid disappointment!
Email office@preswaterford.ie.
Tickets are now on sale for our TY Musical, which takes place from March 10-12.
Tickets €15.
Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Our Senior Soccer Team entered the league recently and came away victorious against a strong St. Paul’s side in Villa.
With two amazing goals, the first from second year Vittoria and the second coming from 1st year Hollie, we are off to a great start this season.
Well done to all the panel!
Presentation remembered International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27.
St. Paul’s/Presentation Junior Camogie team won the U16.5 Munster B South Cup recently on a score line of 3:04 to 1:00 against St. Mary’s Charleville. Well done, all!
As we prepare for Ceiliuradh Day, our TYs enjoyed making St. Brigid’s Crosses and our International Students were delighted to learn about this Irish cultural tradition.
Many thanks to Camphill Farm, Woodstown, for supplying us with the rushes.
February 17, 2026 The first Mass in the newly built St. Paul’s Church was celebrated on February 17, 1972, and so, the Parish Pastoral Council has chosen that date to celebrate all the voluntary effort that now, and since then, has sustained the life of our parish.
We have been truly blessed with the generous spirit of so many people who have served our church and parish community in a multitude of ways.
So, this is an invitation to all who are serving, and have served in any way, in any and all of the ministries and services, to gather for a special Mass at 7pm on February and for refreshment afterwards in the Parish Centre.
St. Vincent de Paul urgently needs volunteers to carry out the very worthwhile work they do in our parishes here in Waterford.
At present, they need volunteers to help in various ways, for instance, Home Visitation, where you learn how you can make a difference by visiting people in their homes and offering support and friendship.
Another area is Vincent’s Shops, where you will discover how supporting our shops helps raise vital funds for people and families in local communities.
Child and Family Services is where you can help deliver services that support children, families and older people.
In the Social Housing section, explore how your skills can help deliver and sustain social housing that changes people’s lives.
To request an application form please phone :051 876 682 or email: vincents.railwaysquare@svp.ie.
St. Paul’s/Butlerstown Junior Camogie Team won the U16.5 Munster B South Cup recently on a score line of 3:04 to 1:00 against St. Mary’s, Charleville.
Well done to our club girls, joint captain Sophie Falconer, Sophie Langford White, Jessie and Katie. Well done, all!
The Annual Novena to our Lady of Lourdes will take place in St. Paul’s Church from Tuesday, February 11, to Wednesday, February 12.
Envelopes for your intentions are available at the back of the Churches.
More detailed information available next week!
Do mark the dates on your calendar!
The death has occurred of Catherine (Kitty) Nolan (nee O’Leary), Beledevere Drive, Waterford City, Waterford, on January 22. Formerly of Mayor’s Walk.
Predeceased by her parents, Bridget (Biddy), William (Willie), brothers Jimmy and Michael and sister Mary.
Sadly missed by her loving husband Matty, sons Jimmy and Billy, daughters Grace and Michelle, daughters-in-law Collette and Paula, sons-in-law Padraig and Peter, grandchildren James, Luke, Niamh, Lily Mai, Tess, Gracie, Stephen and Adam, great-grandchildren Max, Millie and Beibhinn, sisters CoCo and Brenda, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
May She Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack St., Waterford, pm Sunday (January 25) from 7pm to 8:30pm with vigil prayers and Rosary at 8pm.
Private cremation will take place at a later date.
The family would like to sincerely thank Liz for all her care and kindness shown to Kitty.
No flowers, please. Donations, if desired, to Down Syndrome, Ireland.
Congratulations to Mr Hutchinson & Ballygunner All-Ireland Club SHC Champions. What a fantastic win.
In Harmony Choir Rehearsal, students from across 12 WWWETB schools were rehearsing for a collaborative concert in the National Opera House in Wexford. The choir is conducted by Liam Bates, an award-winning composer, arranger and conductor. Thank you to Colaiste Abbain for hosting the rehearsal.
Our lunchtime activities are buzzing with energy and choice!
From strategic chess matches and classic board games to friendly badminton rallies, students are making the most of their lunchtime by building skills, friendships and confidence along the way.
A huge well done to everyone getting involved and making lunchtime a place to connect, relax and have fun!
The first-year boys' soccer team won a close encounter against DLS recently with a scoreline of 3-2. An improved second-half performance, combined with great team spirit, ensured the win.
Well done to our Senior girls soccer team, who were unlucky against a strong Presentation team in the Waterford Senior Girls League.
New Smartphone Classes are beginning in Browne’s Road Library on Wednesday, 11th February from 10am to 12pm.
If you are interested in getting involved, please contact us either by phone: (051) 849 614 or email the library at brownsroadlibrary@waterfordcouncil.ie.
“This clock will stand as a witness to the hours we’ve shared, the laughter, the labour, and the legacy of fifty years.”
We are now at the stage of gathering resources and raising funds to meet the requirements of bringing The Jubilee Clock Project to completion.
Please pick up a copy of the updated information leaflet in the Church.
Envelopes are also available for those who would like to contribute. We are inviting support from all who would like to play a part in bringing this unique landmark into being, in any way, great or small.
Donations can be made at the Church or online through the parish website www.stpaulsbutlerstown.ie.
Please select Donate to Parish Funds, under Donor Information/Add a Message – please type Jubilee Clock.
The death has occurred of Martin Kirby, Larchville, Waterford, on January 20. Formerly of St. Killian’s Place, Ferrybank. Late of Tech Industries.
Martin passed away peacefully in University Hospital, Waterford, surrounded by his loving family, aged 85.
Predeceased by his wife Anne and great-grandson Kyle. Sadly missed by his loving children Kevin, Marty, Alice, Joanne and Tom, sons-in-law Cian and Trevor, daughters-in-law Michelle and Natalie, grandchildren, Gary, Kevin Jnr, Ciara, Kayleigh, Emily, Ethan, Darragh, Bobby and Charley, great-grandchildren Kalylem and Kaithlyn, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
May He Rest in Peace.
Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack St., Waterford on Thursday (January 22) from 7pm to 8:30pm with vigil prayers and Rosary at 8:00pm.
Requiem Mass on arrival in St. Paul’s Church, Lisduggan, on Friday (January 23) at 12pm, followed by burial in St. Killian’s Cemetery, Ferrybank.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to a charity of your choice.
In aid of the Jubilee Clock A Table Quiz will take place on Tuesday, February 24, in St. Paul’s Parish Centre at 8.00pm.
Teams of four €20.
Teas & Coffees will be served.
All are welcome!
August 26 to September 2.
Booking is now available for the Medjugorje Pilgrimage from August 26 to September 2.
To avail of the Early Booking Discount, book and pay a deposit before the end of January.
Contact Maura or Ben Brown 087 1676383 or 051 376552.
Lismore Park Green Waterford City & County Council want to hear from Lismore Park residents as part of Need More Nature, a project to enhance spaces for nature in the Lismore Park Green (Above AIB).
The project could include further tree-planting, orchard areas, areas of natural meadow, or planting with native flowers for pollinators, the placement of bird boxes, and signage to explain.
These changes will bring direct benefits to mental health and wellbeing, along with improvements to biodiversity, air quality and climate change adaptations.
What would YOU like to see as part of this project?
Ask at St. Paul’s Church for a form to send us your ideas, or contact us at cgill@waterfordcouncil.ie.
We will also be looking to work with members of the community on planting and other parts of the project, so we are looking to meet interested residents.
The death has occurred of Noleen O’Sullivan, nee Swift, McDonagh Road, Kingsmeadow, Waterford on January 22.
Formerly of Tycor Avenue, Waterford. Late of the Jute Factory.
Predeceased by her husband Paul, sisters Mary, Kathleen, Anne and brother Michael. Sadly missed by her sons Paul and Barry, daughter Anne, daughters-in-law, Jean and Susan, son-in-law Patrick, grandchildren Evan, Aoife, Jessica, Andrew, Amy, Dawn, Chloe and Lauren and four great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
May She Rest in Peace. Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack St., Waterford on Sunday (January 25) from 4pm to 5:30pm with vigil prayers and Rosary at 5pm followed by removal to St. Paul’s Church, Lisduggan.
Noeleen’s funeral cortege will walk from the Bank on Fr. Gregory Way for reception into the church at 6pm.
Requiem Mass in St. Paul’s Church on Monday (January 26) at 10am, followed by burial in St Otterans Cemetery, Ballinaneeshagh, Cork Road, Waterford.
Family flowers only please, donation.
Any Items for this column can be forwarded by email to nualacofer330@yahoo.co.uk or marian.murphy@hotmail.com.
Building on the success of the last two years, we are delighted once again to host this great event, which will take place on Sunday, February 8, at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity Within, Waterford.
We hope to assemble many choirs from the region to raise the roof singing a selection of well-known and much-loved hymns, accompanied by organ and our great friends from Waterford City Brass.
There are two ways to participate – join the massed choirs – attend as a choir (however large or small) or as an individual singer, for the rehearsal at 2:30pm on Sunday February 8 with a short break before the main event (booking required) or join as a member of the congregation for Songs of Praise at 5pm, which is open to all – no booking required.
