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Death Of Tony Gibson, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, on Saturday 19th November 2022, of Mr Anthony (Tony) Gibson, Luton, Bedfordshire, England and formerly of Ballybeg, Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents William and Bridget, sisters Geraldine and Bridie, the passing of Mr Gibson is most deeply regretted and sadly missed by his brothers John and Martin, sisters Mary and Kathleen, nephews, nieces, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

A Memorial Mass will take place in St. Kevin’s Church, Littleton, Thurles, on Sunday, March 19th, at 12:00 noon, followed by the interment of his ashes in nearby Ballymoreen Cemetery, Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Gibson, same can be viewed, streamed live online HERE.

The extended Gibson family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.


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‘Made In Dagenham’ – All Set For Stage In Premier Hall, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Cast of Thurles Musical Society 2023

Thurles Musical Society (TMS) is all set to stage the hit show ‘Made in Dagenham’, which opens in the Premier Hall, Thurles on Tuesday evening next, March 28th, and runs until Saturday April 1st.

Three years after it had been originally billed, this brilliant show, (latter centred around a strike in the Ford factory in Dagenham in Essex, London, dramatizing the Ford sewing machinists strike of 1968, and aimed at obtaining equal pay for women), is all set for the stage, with Director Oliver Hurley having collaborated with Musical Director Mary Rose McNally and Dance Captain Siobhan King, to bring this stunning piece of theatre to life.

TMS had originally planned to stage this show in 2020, but Covid 19 put paid to their plans. Thankfully the majority of the cast and chorus has returned for this run, with a number of notable additions as well. In fact, almost a cast of sixty will don costume for the show, bookings for which can be made through Gr8events.ie or at Bookworm, Thurles from Thursday March 23rd – Saturday 25th, between 11:00am-2:00pm.

There is huge interest in this production locally and it is anticipated that many regular show goers will travel from distance to enjoy what is still, a relatively new show. Patrons are encouraged to book tickets early, so as to secure the seat you wish to have.

Among the main role players are Fiona Delaney (Rita), John Hayes (Eddie)(John is also joined on stage by his children Éanna and Fiadh)Brendan Bailey (Harold Wilson), Linda Ryan (Barbara Castle), Barry Derby (Monty), Frank Tuohy (Tooley), Peter Donnelly (Barry), Therese Murphy (Sandra), Mary Callanan (Beryl), Denise King (Claire), Siobhan King (Cass), Nina Scott (Connie), John Butler (Mr Hopkins), Cole Flanagan (Cortina Man) and Deirdre Hayes (Lisa). There are also roles for Geraint Fyler, Peter Stockborough, Finbarr Shelly and Gerard O’Hagan – it is indeed a big cast.

The set and stage are in the final throes of preparation by Anthony Kirby (Stage Manager), Rita Dempsey (Stage Director) and their teams, while the orchestra members under the guidance of Mary Rose McNally are also fine tuning their work.

In total, there will be well over 100 people involved in this production– a real community event and Thurles Musical Society is most appreciative of all the support received so far. Anyone wishing to submit subscriptions or patronage would be very welcome to do so – simply place your sub into an envelope and address to Thurles Musical Society, Hickey’s Pharmacy, Liberty Square, Thurles.

So make sure to get along to the Premier Hall next week and witness a great piece of local theatre right on your doorstep.

[Prepared to be entertained, but please note the show does contain some strong language.]

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Clonmel District Gardaí Seek Your Help.

Gardaí in the Clonmel District of Co. Tipperary, are seeking the assistance of the public, in relation to investigations into five incidents over the course of last weekend (10th March to 12th March inclusive), where parked vans were broken into or interfered with.
* Overnight on Friday 10th – Saturday 11th March 2023, a van parked in the Prior Park Hill estate in Clonmel, was forcibly entered and a number of tools removed.
* At approximately 11:00pm on Friday 10th – Saturday 11th March 2023, a van parked on Main Street, Fethard was forcibly entered and a number of tools removed. From enquiries it has been established that at least three suspects were involved in forcibly opening the van and were observed leaving the area in a small dark-coloured hatchback car.
* Overnight on Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th March a van parked in the Auburn Park Estate in Clonmel was entered and a number of tools removed.
* Overnight on Friday 10th – Saturday 11th March a van parked in the Glenview Estate in Carrick-on-Suir was interfered with.
* Over the course of the weekend, from the evening of Friday 10th – morning of Monday 13th March a van parked in the Killaghy Crescent Estate, Mullinahone was forcibly entered and a number of tools removed.

Enquiries are ongoing into these incidents and anyone with any information is asked to contact Clonmel Garda Station (District HQ), Telephone: 052-6177640 or the Garda Confidential Line Free-phone 1800 666 111.

Gardaí are advising the public to lock parked or unattended vehicles at all times, day and night, and to avoid keeping any sums of money or other items of value in parked vehicles.

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Death Of Nora Kelly, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Tuesday 14th March 2023, of Mrs Nora Kelly (née Ferncombe), Clobanna Terrace, Mitchel Street, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Cloneyharp, Clonoulty, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her husband John and daughter Eleanor; Mrs Kelly passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, while in the care of staff at the Community Hospital of the Assumption, Castlemeadows, Gortataggart, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Her passing is most deeply regretted by her daughter Mary, sons Johnny, Billy and David, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, daughters-in-law Margo and Theresa, son-in-law William, brother Bill, nephews, nieces, sister-in-law Patricia, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Kelly will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles on Wednesday afternoon, March 15th, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm same evening, before being received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles at 7:45pm.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Thursday morning, March 16th, at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs Kelly, same can be viewed, streamed live online HERE.

The extended Kelly family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.

Note Please: House Strictly Private.


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Death Of Patrick Power, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Sunday 12th March 2023, of Mr Patrick Power, No.7 McDonagh Terrace, Mitchel Street, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Portlaw, Co. Waterford.

Pre-deceased by his wife Breda, his brothers and sisters; Mr Power (Cheesty), passed away while in the care of staff at the Community Hospital of the Assumption, Castlemeadows, Gortataggart, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

His passing is most deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving family, Joan (Lawlor), Andy, Patrick, Eileen (Quinlan) and Mary, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, daughters-in-law Linda and Lynn, son-in-law John, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended relatives, special friend Frances, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Power will repose at Kennedy’s Funeral Home, Dublin Road, Thurles, on Tuesday afternoon, March 14th, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm same evening; before being received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles at 7:45pm.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday Morning, March 15th, at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St. Patrick’s Cemetery Moyne Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Power, same can be viewed, streamed live online HERE.

The extended Power family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.

Note Please: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles.


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