Local Notes: Sympathies, birthday corner, parish news, Knights Templary cemetery Mass and more
Pictured at the blessing of the Knights Templars Project. Photo: Joe Evans
Deepest sympathy to the family of Shyam Kishnan, Elem Park, Six Cross Roads, Carrig-an-Aird, who died on Thursday, August 14. Late staff member of Waterford residential care centre ( St Patrick's), Shyam remains lay in repose at Waterford Residential Care Home on Thursday, August 14, followed by private burial. He is survived by his wife Valshna, son Ethan, Daughter Yadu, extended family, relatives neighbours and friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Mary Callopy, Lisduggan, celebrated her birthday on August 15. Best wishes from family and friends, especially sister Helen Power. Dylan Murphy, Dangan Kilmacow/Ferrybank, turned 15 on August 22. Greetings from parents, siblings, grandparents, extended family, friends, and local sports clubs.
Saviours Crystal Boxing Club hosted a community family day for the area’s 50th anniversary. Best wishes to Kelyn Cassidy as he begins training with Team Ireland.
Mass Times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday – 10am; Sun – 8.30am, 11am and 5.30pm. Baptisms are on Sundays at 12pm (one week’s notice required via parish office).
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“For those with Faith, no evidence is necessary, for those without Faith no evidence will suffice.” Thomas Aquinas.
The Cemetery Mass takes place in the Knights Templar’s Graveyard on Sunday, August 24, at 3pm. Come and see the wonderful work done by the Knights Templars Project, an initiative of St. Paul’s Parish, Chairperson Jane Taylor Croke, supported by Larchville Lisduggan Resident’s Association and many other groups in the area, who have restored the cemetery to the tranquil, flower and plant-filled area it is today. Many thanks to all the volunteers for their continuing care for this beautiful place.
The bereavement support group provides a safe space for family members who have experienced the death of a loved one because of problem substance use or related issues. The group is facilitated by two trained psychotherapists and will include respite and other opportunities that may be relevant. This is a free service specific to the South East Support Network. Commencing on Tuesday, August 26, from 10.30am to 12.00pm. and will continue for 8 weeks at the Millennium Building, Church Road, Lisduggan, Waterford (X91 FN5V). For further information email: info@serfsn or phone Riona: 086-6045805/Catherine: 083-0162069.
The motto of the above Academy is “Everybody is a genius …. but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will spend its entire life believing it is stupid” (Albert Einstein). At Comeragh Wilderness Academy, we utilise a wilderness camp setting to create a structured atmosphere where boys aged 11-15 can work through problems, moving towards behavioural, emotional, and spiritual wholeness. Financial support is available and financial concerns should never stand in the way of a child’s education and growth. We’re always happy to discuss the different support options we have, making sure that finances don’t prevent your child accessing this valuable opportunity for his personal and academic development. Limited places available. Contact us today on 051-646854 (9am to 5pm Monday to Friday).
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Welcome Home to Fr. Sean de Lis who concelebrated 11.30am Mass on Sunday with Fr. Dawit. Fr. Sean was a priest with us here in St. Paul’s for many years and retired a few years ago. All his good friends were delighted to meet him again and glad to see him back in our Parish for a visit. Fr Sean has many relatives in the area and this gave him an opportunity to catch up with them all. We all wish Fr. Sean a very happy retirement in Dublin and assure him of a hearty welcome any time he likes to visit us. Go n-eiri an bothair leat, a cara!
In 1982, The Boomtown Rats appeared in person at FIVE-O to autograph copies of their latest LP at 2.45pm in Lisduggan Shopping Centre. Some people still have the autographed album. At around the same time Andrew Strong of 'The Commitments' played a free gig in the Lisduggan Car Park riding on the movie success of 'The Commitments'. Welcome back to Bob Geldof on his return to Waterford for The All Together Now Festival in Curraghmore.
The death has occurred of Catherine (Kay) O’Gorman (nee: Madigan), Cooleen, Kill, Waterford, formerly of Larchville, Waterford City. Kay passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, July 27. Predeceased by her beloved husband Pat, Kay will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children Thomas, Michelle, Annette, Tony, Ruth and Edel; all her adoring grandchildren and all her treasured great grandchildren and her loving sisters Philie and Christina. Kay will be forever remembered by all her in-laws, nieces and nephews, relatives, extended family, wonderful neighbours, and many friends. The O’Gorman family would like to thank with great appreciation all the staff in Medical 4 and the Oak Ward in University Hospital Waterford for the exceptional care and kindness Kay received throughout her illness. May her gentle soul rest peacefully. Kay will reposed at her daughter Annette’s residence on Tuesday, July 29. Kay’s requiem Mass took place on Wednesday, July 30, at 11am at the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly, Waterford City. As per Kay’s wishes a Private Cremation Service took place in The Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork later that day.
The 40th Anniversary of the Apparitions at Melleray Grotto (August 1985-2025) takes place on Saturday, August 16 to Sunday, August 24. All prayers from 8pm to 9.15pm every night of the Anniversary. “My message is peace and prayer, tell the people the water is blessed” Our Lady, August 1985. The celebrations begin on Thursday, August 16, with prayers led by Deacon Hugh Nugent, Dungarvan. Music by M. Cullinane (Taize). Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan will celebrate Mass on Friday, August 17, with music by Lismore Choir. The event continues with various prayer evenings and Masses until the closing ceremony on Sunday, August 24, with Mass by Fr. Martin Keogh PP, Cappoquin followed by a Candlelight Procession. For full details of the programme please consult the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore Website on http://www.waterfordlismore.ie. All welcome, please share.
A huge congratulations to Commandant Geoff Curran on his brilliant win in the Speed Championship at the Dublin Horse Show. Fenor is very proud as are all the neighbouring Parishes. Well done Geoff.
The death occurred of Joan O’Mahony, Killoteran, Waterford on August 7. Late of Kiloteran Equitation Centre, she was predeceased by her parents Helen and Daniel and her sister Helen. Sadly, missed by her loving sister Bride (Power), brother Neil, brother-in-law Anthony Deevy and Gene Power, sister-in-law Anne O’Mahony, nephews John, Mark, Finbarr, Owen, Brian, Connor and Paul, niece Helen-Alice, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends, especially Suzanne and all at Kilotteran Equitation Centre. May she rest in peace. Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Barrack Street, Waterford on Saturday, August 9, with vigil prayers and Rosary, Requiem Mass took place in the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Butlerstown followed by burial in the adjoining Cemetery.
This week our scouts arrived back from an unforgettable annual camp at Zelhof, Austria. The week long camp consisted of unique experiences including, white water rafting, downhill tobogganing, an overnight hike in the Alps and a day trip to Salzburg. Although we had some hit and miss weather, all the scouts still enjoyed every opportunity to swim in the local lakes and of course, make plenty of new friends from Tramore and countries further away such as England, Scotland, Germany, Italy. Plenty of neckerchief, woggle and badge swapping took place. We owe a massive thank you to Tramore Scouts 8th for organising such a fantastic trip and including us.
Did you know that at Woodstock Gardens every Wednesday you can now enjoy a fresh fruit scone with freshly brewed tea or coffee for just €5 and also enjoy free entry into Woodstock. So come along and explore all that Woodstock Gardens has to offer. Gardens are open daily from 9am – 7pm. Tea Rooms are open daily from 11am – 5pm. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. Please leave no trace from your visit and clean up after your furry friends. Plan your visit at woodstock.ie. For further information please ring Head Gardener John 087 8549785.
This Mass was celebrated by Fr Dawit Fekle on a lovely sunny evening in Butlerstown recently. The attendance included many parishioners who came to remember their loved ones buried long ago, and the many families with no one to pray for them and remember them too. It is a lovely tradition in our parish to still honour those who have no one to pray for them. The evening was very sacred and the atmosphere greatly enhanced by the music of Damien as the congregation responded by singing and praying together, led by Fr Dawit. An evening of peace in a beautiful setting.
Henry de Bromhead announced the retirement of Minella Indo this week/ “He was a savage horse, and absolute legend who was owned by wonderful people. The Moloneys are such terrific supporters of ours and the sport in general so it was amazing for them to have Indo. He was a special horse, and we had some of the most wonderful days together. Of course, he had the best of trainers in Harry de Bromhead. Enjoy sweet pastures and sunny days Indo.
The death has occurred of Gerald (Garry) McNeill, Chicago and Lisduggan, Waterford who died peacefully in Chicago on July 10. Predeceased by his parents, Gerald and Breid, Gary is deeply mourned by his children Fiona and Killian, son-in-law Sergey, daughter-in-law Crystal, grandchildren Max and Niki. Gary will be sadly missed by his sister Evelyn, brother-in-law Harry, nephew Robert, niece Kate, Andrea, family and friends. Cremation and memorial service in Leonard Memorial Funeral Home, Glen Ellyn, Illinois. May he rest in peace.
This first week back for 2025/26 Season. Nap winner is young Tommy Dunphy. Nap time 4 minutes. Game Crystal Palace v Liverpool. Community Sheild. We at St. Paul’s appreciate your great support. This year and every year as usual. Thank you for your support for the coming season. Up the Parish.
Gaelig Statsman Senior Camogie Awards 2025 – All Ireland Senior Camogie Team of the Year 2025. Congratulations and well done to Beth Carton, an ex-pupil of Presentation Secondary School, Lisduggan for making the Team of the Year. Beth was the only Waterford player chosen with eight Galway, five Cork, one Waterford, and one Tipperary. Your family, friends and school are very proud of you. If you have any notes for this column, please contact nualacolfer33@yahoo.co.uk or marian.murphy@hotmail.com before Thursday each week.
