Local Notes: Car boot sale, dog walk challenges, coffee morning and more
The dog walk challenge will take place over the coming weeks
The death sadly occurred on Friday, May 3, of Margaret (Peg) Grant (nee: Barry), Pleasant Drive, Mount Pleasant, Waterford. Predeceased by her loving husband David, her parents Michael and Elizabeth, her sisters Madeline and May, she is survived by her loving children Sally, Patrick, Andrew, Elizabeth, and Laura, her grandchildren Cathy, Mary, Alastair, Abbie, Genevieve, Jessica, Calum, and Christopher and her great-grandchildren Emma and Jaimie, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours, and her many friends. Margaret will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends, A Celebration of her Life service took place on Sunday, May 5, at 3 pm. Followed by Cremation in the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, at 10am on Monday, May 6. Condolences are extended to Margaret's family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
The death took place on May 4, of Kevin (The Goat) Phelan, Barrack St, Waterford - a native of Harristown, Dunmore East. His remains reposed at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack Street, Waterford on Sunday with vigil prayers and rosary at 8pm. Kevin’ s Funeral Prayers took place in Thompson’s on Monday week last followed by burial in Killea Cemetery, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford. The family would like to thank the Staff of the Cedar Ward, University Hospital, Waterford for the wonderful care given to Kevin. Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Kitty and his sister Mary, he is survived by his wife Kathleen, children, Pat, Catherine, John, Terri and Méabh, daughter-in-law Mags, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours, and many friends.
Waterford Cheshire is holding its Summer Car Boot Sale on John's Hill, Waterford (X91 HH97) on Sunday, June 9, from 10am to 2pm. A space for this event costs €20 and can be booked by text only to 086 8801860, with full name and contact details. There will be a variety of stalls on the day and you will be supporting a good cause.
Calling all dog owners. This challenge is the one for you. Walk 100km with your dog in June and raise funds to save lives from heart disease and stroke. When you finish your dog will be a certified personal trainer and you’ll earn a medal. Sign up now to get your doggie bandana.
The Solas Cancer Support Centre Support services, which can be contacted on 051 304604 or by email at info@solascentre.ie offers free professional support services to those affected by cancer, their families and carers in the Waterford and West Waterford area. A wide range of services are available. For enquiries, please feel free to call the centre on 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie
Information Sessions on how to 'look good, feel better' will take place on Thursday, May 30, from 2pm to 4pm. A men's support group it's facilitated and supported by a male counsellor. It includes outdoor activities of interest such as gardening, excursions and leisure interests. The group meets every Tuesday throughout the year from 10.30am to 12.30pm.
The Solas Waterford Choir meets on Tuesdays from 7.30pm to 8.30pm.
The Solas Cancer Support Centre Primary School Bereavement Programme for May is now open for registration. This free education programme will help guide teachers in supporting bereaved children in their schools and classrooms. The two-day online course is scheduled for Thursday, May 16 and Thursday, May 30. To register for the course or for further information please contact the Solas Cancer support centre on info@solascentre.ie or 051 304604.
Ardkeen Library is holding a Coffee Morning for Mental Health Ireland's, ‘Hello, how are you day', at 10.30am on Wednesday, May 15. It's a drop in event with no booking required and all are welcome. A small conversation can make a big difference in someone's life.
A draughts club for adults takes place in Ardkeen Library on Thursdays at 10.30am. Drop in and everyone is welcome.
