Thurles Information

Death Of Joe Cooney, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Thursday 26th March 2026 of Mr Joe Cooney, Turtulla, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Ballybeg, Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents Michael and Katie, brothers Marty, Michael, Seamus, John, Paddy and Phil, sister Kitty (Cooke), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; Mr Cooney passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, while in the care of staff at Fennor Hill Care Facility, Urlingford, Co Kilkenny and St Luke’s Hospital, Co. Kilkenny.

His passing is most deeply regretted sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; devoted and loving wife Maura (née O’Meara), sons James and Declan, daughter Edel, grandchildren Aaron, Anthony, Jack, Sam, Kilian, Kiara and Evan, great-grandson Arthur, daughters-in-law Alice and Anna, sisters Mary (Ryan) and Nellie (Lee), nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law Ted, Sean and Dinny, sisters-in-law Patsy, Josie and Kathleen, cousins, extended relatives, Sean Treacy Pipe Band members, the community and staff at Fennor Hill, neighbours,and many friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Cooney, will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, (Eircode E41 CP59), on tomorrow afternoon, Saturday March 28th, from 5:00pm until 7:30pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles, (Eircode E41 A528), on Sunday morning, March 29th at 10:30am, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Lognafulla, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

For those persons who would wish to attend Requiem Mass for Mr Cooney, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended Cooney and O’Meara families 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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Death Of Paddy Nolan, Loughmore, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, Thursday 26th March 2026, of Mr Paddy Nolan, Castlequarter, Loughmore, Templemore, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his son David, parents Teresa and Luke and sister Anna; Mr Nolan passed away peacefully at his place of ordinary residence, surrounded by his loving family,

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Mary, daughters Theres (Tolena), Antoinette (Russell) and Frances (Long), sons Richard and Pat, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, sisters Noreen and Sr Margaret Mary, step brothers Luke, Kevin and Richard, grandchildren Anya, Peter, Sarah, Patrick, Aisling, Ursula, David, Claire, Loughlin, Jack, James and Tommy, great-grandchildren Daiti, Siún, Hally and Nessa, nephews, nieces, extended relatives neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Nolan will be received into the Church of the Nativity of Our Lady Loughmore, Templemore, (Eircode E41 F5NO), on Sunday afternoon next, March 29th, to repose for Requiem Mass at 1:00pm, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in the adjoining graveyard.

The extended Nolan family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time.

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Death Of James Dorban, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, on Monday 23rd March 2026, of Mr James Dorban, Ballycullen, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his beloved parents Peggy and Fred, and his sisters Eileen and Sheila; Mr Dorban, sadly, passed away suddenly.

His passing is most deeply regretted sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; heartbroken wife Theresa; sons William, Jack, Frederick and Finnbar, daughter Georgia, adored grandson Theodore and granddaughter Adeline; brothers David, Brian and Michael, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Dorban will repose at Brett’s Funeral Home, Mullinahone, Thurles, (Eircode E41 EV78), on Tuesday evening next, March 31st, from 6:00pm until 8:00pm.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Michael, Kickham Street, Mullinahone, Thurles, on Wednesday morning, April 1st, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Killaghy, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

The extended Dorban 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. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Critical Emergency Medical Response National Ambulance Service in memory of Mr James Dorban.

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Death Of Joe Bolger, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Wednesday 25th March 2026, of Mr Joseph (Joe) Bolger, Bohernanave, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents Thomas and Annie, brother Thomas (Thos), sisters Betty Carew and Ann (Nan) Whelan, grandson baby Joseph; Mr Bolger, sadly, passed away unexpectedly, at his place of ordinary residence.

His passing is most deeply regretted sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving daughter Anne, sons Tommy, Peter, Joseph and Jason, grandchildren Charlotte, Corey, Ronan, Kyle, Jayden, Lorcan, Jake, Max, Keegan, Justin and Aoife, son-in-law Jason Purcell, partners Helen, Jacklyn and Catherine, sisters Breda Walsh and Mary Carew, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Bolger will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, (Eircode E41 CP59) on Saturday afternoon, March 28th, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Joseph and St Brigid, Bothar-na-Naomh, Thurles at 9:00am to further repose for Requiem Mass on Sunday morning, March 29th, at 9.30am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Lognafulla, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

The extended Bolger 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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Atta Way To Go.

Lyrics and Vocals: American country music singer/songwriter , the late, great, Don Williams. [Donald Ray Williams (1939- 2017) ].

The song “Atta Way To Go” is a quietly powerful country ballad that captures the emotional aftermath of a broken relationship. The song reflects on love, loss, and resignation, as the narrator responds to a partner who has chosen to walk away.
Rather than anger or bitterness, Williams conveys a restrained sadness, highlighting the emotional distance that follows a breakup and the quiet acceptance of things left unsaid.
The understated lyrics and gentle melody exemplify his ability to turn everyday experiences into deeply relatable moments.
“Atta Way To Go” stands as an early example of Don Williams’ enduring appeal; his talent for expressing complex feelings with simplicity, sincerity, and a uniquely soothing presence that would define his career throughout the 1970s and beyond.

Atta Way To Go.

Atta Way To Go.

Atta way to go you finally broke it off.
Atta way to go we can’t even talk or cry,
Or even wonder why that a way to go.
Didn’t you believe me when I loved you.
I guess you thought we were playing games.
All this time I tried to think I’ve known you,
I guess I really only knew your name.
Atta way to go you finally broke it off.
Atta way to go we can’t even talk or cry,
Or even wonder why that a way to go.
I thought you knew I lived my life just for you.
There was just no price to big to pay,
And even though I know I still live for you,
The feeling’s that you show won’t let me stay.
Atta way to go you finally broke it off.
Atta way to go we can’t even talk or cry,
Or even wonder why that a way to go.
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