Local Notes: Sympathies, road bowling, Japanese Gardens and more
There are lots of things happening in Tramore
On Wednesday, January 7, Tess Eiffe (née: Griffin), Clarinwood, Tramore and formerly of Cabra, Dublin, passed away peacefully in the exceptional care of the staff in the Farronshoneen Ward - Waterford Residential Care Centre (St Patrick’s). Predeceased by her husband Tony, mother Mary and father Bill, Tess is survived by her son Tony, daughter Tracy, daughter-in-law Liz, son-in-law Rob, grandchildren Mark and Grace, great-granddaughter Rita, sisters Ann, Muriel and Kathleen, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Requiem Mass took place in the Holy Cross Church, Tramore, on Thursday, January 15, followed by burial the adjoining cemetery.
The death occurred of Peter J. Guy, formerly of Goatstown, Dublin and Tramore, who passed away peacefully on January 9, at St. Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin. He is deeply missed by his beloved wife Geri, son Tommy, daughters Vicki and Kirstin, son-in-law Eoin, his cherished grandchildren Finlay, Emmie, Maya, Jacob and Hope, sister Pauline, extended family and friends. Peter worked in the Land registry and was a keen rugby player, having played with Bective Rangers FC and Waterpark RFC. The funeral service took place on Wednesday, January 14th, in St. Mark’s Church, Pearse Street, Dublin.
The death occurred on Thursday, January 15, of Eileen Flanagan (née: Southern), late of Ballinattin, Tramore. Predeceased by her husband Joseph, her daughter Pauline, her parents and her brothers, Eileen is sadly missed by her loving sons Maurice and Thomas, her daughters Caroline, Joan and Grace, her daughterâinâlaw and sonsâinâlaw, her cherished grandchildren Nicola, Eimear, Breifní, Eoghan, James, Conor and Aisling, her brothers and sisters, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Eileen’s Requiem Mass took place in the Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, followed by burial in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Tramore.
The Fenor Road Bowling club continues to face the age-old challenge of attracting new members to the fun and energetic traditional sport of road bowling. Membership is under €20 for the year, with all bowls, signage, and insurance provided. All you need are old runners and a tracksuit. They play Sundays from 11.30am to 1.30pm, on the Quarry Road, Ballyscanlon Woods, with just a two-hour weekly commitment. All fitness levels are welcome and you can play at your own pace. Everyone is invited, though we would especially love to see more ladies join, as well as families. Children are welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Road bowling is a great way to socialise, meet people from all walks of life, and help combat rural isolation while keeping a proud Irish sporting tradition alive. With only three clubs left in Waterford, your support matters. All events we run or support contribute to local charities and community groups. If you can throw a steel bowl straight down a country road (we’ll explain the bends!), you’re already qualified. New faces are always welcome.
The death occurred of Robert (Bob) Fleming, late of Somerville, Tramore, Co. Waterford, and a retired Army Sergeant, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the Mater Hospital, Dublin, following a short illness, on Saturday, January 10th. Bob is sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his heartbroken wife Rita; his sons Robert, Paul and Alan; his daughters-in-law Lisa, Mandy and Chloe; and his cherished grandchildren Megan, Zoe, Josh, Mia, Erin and Sophie. He was fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters, his nieces and nephews, his in-laws, his extended family, relatives, wonderful neighbours, and by his many friends. Bob served as a Cavalry NCO in both Griffith Barracks and Cathal Brugha Barracks during his distinguished military career. Bob’s Requiem Mass took place on Friday, January 16th, at 10am in the Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, after which he was laid to rest in St. Declan’s Cemetery, Tramore.
Clean Coasts is encouraging local people to get involved in its #2MinuteBeachClean Competition, which is running until February 6. The initiative highlights how just two minutes of picking up litter can make a real difference in protecting our coastline. Participants are asked to spend two minutes cleaning a beach or coastal area, take a photo of their effort, and submit it online. Everyone who enters will be in with a chance to win a dry robe, while also helping to keep local beaches clean and safe for wildlife and the community. Further details and entry information are available on the Clean Coasts website. Clean Coasts is reminding everyone that small actions, when taken together, can have a big impact on the health and appearance of our coasts.
The death occurred of Agnes Power (née: Cheasty), Castletown, Tramore, Co. Waterford, on Saturday, January 17th. She was predeceased by her husband Eugene and her granddaughter Ellen. Agnes is sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sons Eugene and James, her daughter Deirdre, her daughtersâinâlaw Deirdre and Jean, her cherished grandchildren Clara, Aoife, Eoghan, Juliet, Richard and Eugene Victor, her brotherâinâlaw Martin, her nephews and nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Agnes will be remembered as a devoted country mother of her generation, who cared for her family tirelessly and carried out her daily work with warmth, generosity and a constant smile. Agnes’s Requiem Mass took place on Thursday morning in the Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Food and travel content creator Éadaoin Fitzmaurice shares her pick of the 32 best places to visit around Ireland in 2026, county by county. Here is what she said about our Japanese Gardens: “Did you know Tramore is home to its very own Japanese Garden? It's a wonderfully peaceful spot that tells the extraordinary story of writer and adventurer Lafcadio Hearn; the man who helped introduce Japanese culture to the Western world. As you wander through the garden, the pathways guide you through the chapters of his life in Greece, Ireland, America and Japan, all expressed through beautifully crafted landscape design. Bamboo groves, stone lanterns, gentle water features and quiet corners make it an incredibly picturesque place to explore. One of the standout features is the ochaya, a traditional Japanese teahouse built from natural materials such as cedar shingles, bamboo and timber. You can't enjoy tea inside, but the café at the end of the trail more than makes up for it, offering stunning views over Tramore Bay from its elevated deck.”
The gardens open seasonally, with guided tours available, and tickets starting from €7 per person.
