Local Notes: Sadness of community after teenagers' deaths, Ballybeg events, birthday wishes and more
Flowers laid for the late Gilbert Collins and Avu Idris at the scene of the e-scooter accident on the Cork Road.
Our community was plunged into sadness last week when the news came through that two young lads from our community had been killed in a terrible accident.
They were named as Gilbert Collins, Ardmore Park, age 15 years. His remains lay in repose at Tom Hennessy’s Funeral home on Monday, July 1, and following a funeral service at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 2, Gilbert was laid to rest in Kilbarry cemetery.
We offer our deepest sympathy to his parents Bobby and Ronke, his brothers Albert Collins and Marvillous Okin and his sister Precious Okin, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, extended family, neighbours and friends.
His friend who died later in the day following the same accident, is Avuzwa Idris, Crystal Mews, Cork Road, age 17 years.
His remains lay in repose at the Maranatha Christian Community Church, Poleberry, on Wednesday, July 3, where a memorial service took place.
Avuzwa’s Funeral Service took place on Thursday, July 4, in the Maranatha Christian Community Church followed by removal to Kilbarry cemetery for burial.
We offer our deepest sympathy to his parents Fatah and Priscilla, brothers Mury, Nur and Adam, sisters Noora and Aminah, uncles Kasim and Yusuf, extended family, relatives and many friends.
The boys were great friends and had a love of sports, especially soccer where both played with their clubs and teams; Gilbert with Waterford Crystal FC and Avu with Villa FC, and they were also supporters of Waterford FC.
Both were very popular young men and were liked by everyone who knew them in school and in sport. They were coming back from the gym when tragedy struck them.
We also remember in our thoughts and prayers the bus driver.
Hurling on the Green by St Saviour's GAA started last week in Ballybeg and continues this Wednesday, July 10, in Foxwood at 6.30pm.
All boys and girls are welcome.
We had a wonderful turnout in Ballybeg last week and great fun was had by all who attended. We hope this will continue in Foxwood this week.
July 17 we will be in Meadowbank, July 24 Carraige An Aird and back to Ballybeg July 31.
It was great to see so many kids enjoying themselves. A huge big thank you to all who came out and supported us.
A big shout out to our committee members for coordinating the event, coaches Nini and Dela, and special thanks to Austin Gleeson and Waterford Coaching and Games Development, Deise Óg, Healthy Waterford, Ready Steady Play South East and Waterford Sports Partnership for their invaluable assistance.
If your child had fun at this event and would like to attend for a come and try session with an appropriate age group, you can register your interest at https://form.jotform.cpm/241812299549366
A very happy birthday is wished to Jill Collins who celebrated her birthday on Friday, July 12. Birthday wishes come to her from all her family and friends, especially her mam Catherine (Kitty) Brown, Ballybeg Court, her nan Kitty, Ballybeg Drive, and all her aunts, uncles, family and friends send birthday wishes to her.
A very special lady in our Parish celebrated her 88th birthday on Thursday, July 4. She is Nell Sealy, Glencarra. Nell has lived in Glencarra for nearly 50 years and always has a word for everyone. Her family and her many friends in the Parish send birthday wishes to her and hope she had a great birthday and will enjoy many more.
Are you interested in Chair Yoga? Lisa’s Chair Yoga will start in SETU Arena on Thursday, July 11, between 1pm and 2pm for six weeks. Cost €40 for the six weeks. Please ring 087 6558716 to book or just come along.
Parish Mass Times for St Paul's are weekdays Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 10am; Saturday Vigil Mass at 6pm; Sunday 8.30am and 11.30am. Butlerstown: Friday at 10am and Sunday at 10am. Contact details for the Parish Office are: 051 357730; open Monday-Friday 9.15am to 12.45pm.
A Grotto Rosary takes place each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6.30pm at the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, Belvedere. Intention prayer for vocations to the priesthood in the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore. This time of prayer began in May and will continue until October. All are welcome to join in.
St Saviour's Parish Shop is open Monday to Friday 9.30am to 12pm. Mass times - weekdays 10am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; Sunday 8.30am, 11am, 5.30pm. Baptism takes place at 12pm each Sunday. A week's notice must be given. Please contact the parish office. Contact details: e-mail stsaviourspo@outlook.com; phone 051 376032; like us on Facebook Stsavioursballybeg. Fr Grant PP is available after mass on Sundays to take bookings for masses and all your spiritual needs.
