Local Notes: Sympathies, tennis club news, taekwon-do reunion, RNLI news and more
The old railway station Tramore.
The death occurred of Kay McCarthy (née: Banks), late of Sweetbriar Lawn, Tramore, Co Waterford, on Friday, December 27. Kay was predeceased by her beloved husband, Billy Sr, and her son, Billy Jr (WLRfm). She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her daughter, Celine and her sons, Declan and Ronan. Her sons-in-law, Liam and Des, and daughters-in-law, Maura and Evelyn, will forever cherish her memory. Kay was adored by her grandchildren, Kate, Sarah, Claire, Donal, Kevin, Kieran, Darragh, and Róisín, and her great-grandchildren, Conor, Caoimhe, Oisín, Fiachra, Fionn, Caelan and Aoife, who brought immense joy to her life. She will also be lovingly remembered by her brother, George, and brother-in-law, Paddy, as well as her nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours, and many dear friends.The McCarthy family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of The Holy Ghost Residential Home in Waterford for the exceptional care and kindness shown to Kay during her time there.
Kay reposed at Falconer's Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore, Co Waterford, on Monday, December 30. Her Requiem Mass took place on the morning of Tuesday, December 31, at The Church of The Holy Cross, Tramore, Co Waterford. She was laid to rest immediately afterward in St Declan’s Cemetery, Tramore. Kay's presence, warmth, and kindness will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
The death occurred of Joan Lomax (née: McCarthy), late of Roselawn, Tramore, Co Waterford and formerly of Fortpark, Bermingham, Tuam, Co Galway. Joan passed peacefully in Tramore Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, December 30, 2024. She was predeceased by her brothers, Joe and Tommy, and her sister, Mary. Joan is deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, Geoff. She will be forever missed by her loving and much-loved daughters, Clare, Rachel, Lisa, Laura, and Arleen, and her son, Alan. Her sons-in-law, Mark, James, Enda, and Adam, and her daughter-in-law, Lysa, will cherish her memory. Joan was adored by her grandchildren, Chloe, Jason, David, Daniel, Ryan, Adam, Anna, Emma, Liam, Eoin, Nuala, Darragh, and Katie. She will also be lovingly remembered by her sister, Barbara. Her nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours, and many dear friends mourn her loss. Joan reposed at Falconer's Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore, Co Waterford, on Thursday, January 2. Joan's Requiem Mass took place on Friday, January 3, at The Church of The Holy Cross, Tramore, Co Waterford. She was laid to rest immediately afterward in St Declan's Cemetery, Tramore.
Congratulations to our honorary member, Sinead Lohan, on her outstanding victory at the National Indoor Championships recently. Sinead's achievement is truly remarkable and she continues to be an inspiration and mentor to the young athletes in our club. The club is incredibly proud of her success. Well done, Sinead, and best wishes for the 2025 season.
The death has occurred of Nichola Aylward (née: Hughes), Tramore, Waterford, and formerly of The Old Orchard, Newtown, Tramore. Nichola, the late CEO of Down Syndrome Ireland, was known for her kindness, enthusiasm, and unwavering advocacy for people with Down syndrome. Condolences poured in from across the country following her passing. Nichola passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 27, surrounded by her loving family. She was a former Financial Controller, Matrix Recruitment, and will be deeply missed by her daughter Elizabeth, Elizabeth’s father Noel, her heartbroken parents Peter and Margaret, her beloved sisters Rebecca, Sarah, Emma, and Laura, and her brothers-in-law Carl and Steve. Nichola’s nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, neighbours, and many friends mourn her loss. Nichola reposed at Falconer's Funeral Home, Tramore, on Wednesday, January 1. Her Requiem Mass took place on Thursday, January 2, at The Church of The Holy Cross, Tramore, followed by burial at St Declan’s Cemetery. In her memory, the Hughes family requested that those attending the Mass wear odd socks in support of Down Syndrome Ireland.
Ambrose Murphy had the privilege of reconnecting with Jack Holden, a talented competitor and true gentleman who trained for many years at Tramore Taekwondo. Watching Jack grow from a young athlete into the impressive 6' 5" person he is today is a reminder of the passage of time and the impact of shared experiences. Training someone as a child and seeing them flourish into adulthood is a rewarding journey. Moments like these remind us to cherish every day and make the most of every training session.
It is regret we record the passing of Jerry Cronin, Tramore, Waterford, and formerly of Newtown, Tramore, Co Waterford and Millstreet, Co Cork, on Friday, December 27. Jerry is deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his heartbroken wife, Mary, his beloved children Caroline, Kathy, and Jerry, and his grandchildren Hannah, Harry, and Hugo. He was also mourned by his son-in-law John, his siblings Jack, Mary, Catherine, and Denis, and his dear friend Sean. Jerry will be forever missed by his extended family, relatives, wonderful neighbours and many great friends. Jerry reposed at his residence, Clara Lodge, Newtown, Tramore, on Monday, December 30. His Requiem Mass took place on Tuesday, December 31, at The Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, followed by cremation at The Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co Cork.
As we welcome 2025, all of us at Tramore Lifeboat RNLI wish you a safe and happy year ahead. Lifeboat Operations Manager Clive Smith extends his heartfelt thanks to our dedicated crew, station management, and everyone who keeps us ready 24/7, 365 days a year – always prepared to respond when needed most. To our followers, fundraisers, friends, donors, supporters, and families – thank you. Your continued support is invaluable. Last year was a year to remember as we celebrated 200 years of the RNLI’s lifesaving work. As always, our volunteer crew will be ready to respond at a moment’s notice, every day of the year. Wishing you all a safe and happy New Year.
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Maureen Hoban (née: Kelly), late of Roselawn, Tramore, Co Waterford. Maureen passed away peacefully in Mooncoin Nursing Home on Tuesday, December 24. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Sean, her son Paidi, and her four brothers and two sisters. Maureen will be lovingly remembered by her children Mairead, Aine, Eileen, Michael, Sean, Deirdre, Siobhan, Roisin, Orla, Nollaig, and Fionnuala, as well as her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Maureen reposed at Falconer’s Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore, Co Waterford, on Saturday, December 28. Her funeral cortege departed from her home in Roselawn on Sunday morning, December 29, to The Church of The Holy Cross, Tramore, for her Requiem Mass. Following the Mass, Maureen was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace.
Sinn Féin McGrath O'Brien Cumann (East Waterford) will be holding the 104th anniversary commemoration of the Pickardstown Ambush on Sunday, January 12. Assemble at Pickardstown Cross, Tramore, Co Waterford at 11.45am. The parade will make its way to the shrine at 12pm sharp. and there will be a piper and Colour Party in attendance. There will be a joint oration by David Cullinane TD and Conor D. McGuinness TD and all are welcome.
The tragic passing took place of Desmond (Des) Cowman of Knockane, Boatstrand, Annestown, and Tramore, following a domestic accident on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the Burns Unit of St James' Hospital, Dublin, surrounded by his loving family. A retired history teacher at Tramore CBS, mining historian, author, Copper Coast Geopark instigator, adventurer, storyteller, and generous host, he will be greatly missed by all. Des worked alongside Willie Nolan and Tom Power in editing 'Waterford: History and Society in 1992'. He, with Donald Brady, also edited the important book 'Teacht na bprataí dubha: The Famine in Waterford 1845-1850', which was published in 1995. Des contributed significant essays to both works. Des's passing left a deep void in the lives of his children, Turlough, Mona, and Lir; his sister Vera; his grandchildren Barney, Jack, Sophie, and Jay; his great-grandchildren Sean, Derry, and Barra; and his extended German family from his late partner, Karen Többe. He will be greatly missed by his local community and his many friends worldwide. Des reposed at Falconer’s Funeral Home, Riverstown, Tramore, Co Waterford, on Friday, December 27. A celebration of Des’s life took place on Saturday, December 28, at the Copper Coast Geopark, Bunmahon, followed by a private cremation.
