Thurles Information

Death Of Jim Norris, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Friday 10th April 2026, of Mr Jim Norris, No. 10 Monakeeba, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents Sean and Josie, brother John, son-in-law David (Sully) and brother-in-law Joe; Mr Norris sadly passed away while in the care of staff at St. Vincents Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin.

His passing is most deeply regretted sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Patricia, daughter Josephine, son James, daughter-in-law Sinead, adored grandchildren Amelia, Sophia and Lauren, sister Madeline, nieces Paula and Laura, nephews Sean, Mark, Richard and Sean, sisters-in-law, extended relatives, colleagues in Thurles Rugby Club and Thurles Fire Brigade, wonderful neighbours and many friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Norris will repose at Kennedy’s Funeral Home, Upper Kickham Street, Dublin Road, Thurles, (E41 XY 47), on Monday afternoon next from 5:00pm until 7:00pm same evening.
His funeral cortège will be received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles, (Eircode E41 A528) on Tuesday morning at 10:30am to further repose for Funeral 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 Norris, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended Norris 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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Loving Arms.

Lyrics: American folk singer-songwriter and guitarist, the late Tom Jans (1948–1984).
Vocals: American musician and actor, the late Kris Kristofferson (1936–2024) and American recording artist Rita Coolidge.

Back in the early ’70s, there was a song that captured something a lot of us have felt at one time or another; that moment when you walk away from love, thinking you need freedom, only to realize later what you left behind really mattered.
Written by Tom Jans and brought to life by Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge, ‘Loving Arms’ is a quiet, heartfelt reflection on regret, longing, and the hope of finding your way back home.
This is a song about mistakes, and the courage it takes to admit them.

Loving Arms.

If you could see me now,
The one who said that he’d rather roam,
The one who said he’d rather be alone,
If you could only see me now.

If I could hold you now,
Just for a moment, if I could make you mine,
Just for a while, turn back the hands of time,
If I could only hold you now.

I’ve been too long in the wind, too long in the rain,
Takin’ any comfort that I can,
Lookin’ back and longin’ for the freedom of my chains,
Lyin’ in your lovin’ arms again.

If you could hear me now,
Singin’ somewhere through a lonely night,
Dreamin’ of the arms that held me tight,
If you could only hear me now.

I’ve been too long in the wind, too long in the rain,
Takin’ any comfort that I can,
Lookin’ back and longin’ for the freedom of my chains,
Lyin’ in your lovin’ arms again.

END

Tipperary Attack Investigation On Injured Woman Continues.

Life-Support Decision for Critically Injured Woman Delayed as Tipperary Attack Investigation Continues.

A decision on whether to withdraw life-support treatment for a young woman critically injured in a violent incident in Co Tipperary has been delayed, as medical teams await the results of a final assessment.
The woman, in her 20s and originally from Limerick, has remained on life-support at Cork University Hospital for more than three weeks, following a serious assault that occurred along the R494 near Birdhill, Co Tipperary, on March 21st last.

The incident has deeply impacted the local Tipperary community, where the attack took place, and has prompted an outpouring of support and concern from across the region.

Family members have been sharing updates online throughout her hospitalization, expressing both hope and heartbreak as her condition remains critical. She had been placed in an induced coma to reduce brain swelling, but medical efforts to bring her out of the coma have not resulted in any improvement.

Earlier this week, relatives indicated that life-support was expected to be withdrawn. However, a subsequent update confirmed that this decision is now pending the outcome of a final medical test being processed in England. Doctors have advised that the results are required before any legal decision can be made regarding the withdrawal of treatment. Those results are now expected within days.

Despite the grave prognosis outlined by medical consultants, the family continues to appeal for public prayers and support, holding onto hope for a recovery.

The assault, which occurred in the Birdhill area of Tipperary, remains under active investigation. A teenage girl has appeared before the courts charged with assault causing serious harm in connection with the incident. In addition, a woman in her 40s faces multiple charges, including endangerment, violent disorder, and burglary.

Due to legal restrictions, neither accused can be identified. Both individuals remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before Nenagh District Court in County Tipperary later this month.

The case continues to draw significant attention in Tipperary, as the community awaits both medical updates and further developments in the legal proceedings.

Death Of Margaret Hyland, Formerly Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Thursday 9th April 2026, of Mrs Margaret Hyland, (née Farrell), Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin; Stillorgan, Co. Dublin and formerly Killenaule, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Dermot, and her brothers Billy and Martin; Mrs Hyland passed away while in the care of Earlsbrook Nursing Home, Meath Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow.

Her passing is most deeply regretted sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving sons Mark, Ian and Gavin, daughters-in-law Chao, Grace and Andrea, adored grandchildren David, Ruth, Niamh, Chris and Emily, siblings Brigid, Tom and Mary, sister-in-law Sheila, extended relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Hyland will repose at Colliers Funeral Home, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray, (Eircode A98 PX65) on Monday afternoon, April 13th, from 4:00pm until 6.00pm same evening.
Her remains will be received into the Church of St Michael, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, to further repose for Requiem Mass on Tuesday morning, April 14th, at 10:00am, followed by cremation in Mt. Jerome Crematorium, Harold’s Cross, Co. Dublin, (Eircode D6W HY98).

The extended Hyland and Farrell 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.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Death Of Peter Lyons, Formerly Of Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Thursday 9th April 2026, of Mr Peter Lyons, Mackenstown Meadow, Mayglass, Co. Wexford and formerly of Ballynonty, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his father Jerry; Mr Lyons passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, while in the care of staff at the palliative care unit of Waterford University Hospital.

His passing is most deeply regretted sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Mary, sons Cormac and Oisín, mother Mab, mother-in-law Lil (Dolan), brothers Michael and Jeremy, sisters Caroline (Savage) and Geraldine (Minogue), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Lyons will repose at his his place of residence, (Eircode Y35 PR62) on Saturday afternoon, April 11th, from 4:00pm until 7:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Fintan, Mayglass, (Eircode Y35 X324) on Sunday afternoon, April 12th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 12:30pm, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Mayglass cemetery, Courtlands East, Co. Wexford.

Note Please: House strictly private on Sunday morning. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St James’s Hospital.

The extended Lyons 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.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.