Local Notes: Sympathies, birthday corner and congratulations
Best wishes have been expressed to those starting their school journey this year. File pic
It is with deep sincere regret we record the death of Mr John (Johnny) Falconer, Glencarra, who died on Friday, August 16, in University Hospital Waterford. Late of Browns Lane and New Street, formerly of ACEA and ABB. His remains lay in repose at Thompson's Funeral Home on Monday, August 19, with vigil prayers and rosary. John's funeral cortege walked from his residence on Tuesday, August 20, to St Saviour’s Church for requiem mass followed by private cremation at a later date.
John was a loving husband and dad and grandad. A great neighbour and friend who always had a word for everyone. A gentleman, John was well known in the area where he walked his beloved dog every day. He will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him family, neighbours and friends alike. Predeceased by his mam and dad, Edith and Billy, his sister baby Bridget, son-in-law Denis Scully, he is survived by his wife Barbara, his daughters Rebecca, Evelyn, Marguerite and Barbara-Jean, his nine grandchildren, his sister Mary, sons-in-law Micheal, Bill and Tommy, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom we offer our deepest sympathy.
Very happy 14th birthday is wished to Dylan Murphy, Kilmacow and Ferrybank, who celebrated his birthday on Thursday, August 22. Birthday wishes come to him from all his family, his dad Tommy and Samanatha, his sisters Siobhan and Aoife, his grandparents Tom and Marian Murphy, Templars Hall, his uncles Barry and Laurie, David and Kathyrn, Kieran and Clodagh his aunt Ita and all his cousins and friends.
A very Happy birthday is wished to Debbie Flanagan, Clonard Park, who celebrated her birthday on Tuesday, August 27. Birthday wishes come to her from her mam and dad, Jackie and Nicky, Ballybeg Court, her sons Evan and Lorcan all her family and her many friends especially all in Ballybeg Stores, where Debbie is a popular employee.
A very happy birthday is wished to Willie Moore, Clonard Park, who celebrated his special day recently. Birthday wishes from all his family and his many friends especially all in St Saviour's FC and Deise Men’s Club.
A very happy birthday is wished to Leah O’Donoghue, Priory Lawn, who celebrated her birthday recently. Birthday wishes come to her from all her family and especially all in ladies football and Benfica Ladies FC where she is a popular player.
All the staff in 1st Steps creche send belated birthday wishes to Clayr Collins, who celebrated her birthday recently. Clayr is a popular member of staff at 1st Steps Creche.
A very happy 14th birthday is wished to Hayden Grant, Clonard Park, who celebrated his birthday on Thursday, August 22. Birthday wishes come to him from his mam and dad his grandparents, aunts uncles cousins and his many friends.
A very happy 30th birthday is wished to Batrice Trease Mc Laurence, Priory Lawn, who celebrated her special day on Thursday, August 22. Birthday wishes come to her from all her family and her many friends.
This week our staff welcomed back all our young boys and girls who have been with us for the last few years, and they had a special welcome for all those stating out their educatable journey with us.
Congratulation to Darragh Murphy, Carriage an Aird, who was awarded most improved player of the year in U15s at the Southend FC awards ceremony on Sunday, August 18. Darragh is popular player U14 and U15 goalkeeper. All his family were delighted with his award.
Wishing the best of luck to all the boys and girls starting back to school, especially all those boys and girls starting out on their educational journey in St Saviour's National School and St Paul's National School and Presentation Convent NS, and all from our areas, Ballybeg and Lisduggan, who are starting out on their college journey.
St Saviour's Church Mass times are daily at 10am, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and on Sunday at 8.30am, 11am and 5.30pm.
Baptism takes place after the 11am mass on Sunday and a weeks notice must be given so please contact the Parish Office. For marriage, three months notice must be given. The parish office is open each day on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am to 12pm. The contact number is 051 376032 and text the mobile number on 089 2395192 or email stsaviours@outlook.com. Fr Grant PP is available after mass on Sundays to take bookings for masses and all your spiritual needs.
If you have a relative or neighbour who is ill at home or in hospital, please let us know.
Mass takes place at 10am on Thursdays and Sunday in Butlerstown Church, St Paul' s on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 10am. Saturday Vigil Mass is celebrated at 6pm and on Sunday at 8.30am and 11.30am. Have a cup of tea and a chat on Wednesdays after Mass. All are welcome.
South East Regional Family Support network Bereavement Group provides a safe space for family members who have experienced the death of a loved one because of substance abuse or related issues This is a free service that will commence on Tuesday, August 27, from 10.30am to 12noon. Please contact Riona on 086 6045805 or Catherine at 083 0162069. This will continue for eight weeks at the Millennium Building.
Items for this column may be e-mailed to marian.murphy@hotmail.com before Thursday each week.
