It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Thursday 15th January 2026, of Very Rev. James Egan A.P., Knockavilla – Donaskeigh Parish and late of Lisheen, Moyne, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Pre-deceased by his parents John and Hannah and his sister Sr. Eileen; Rev. James passed away peacefully, while in the care of staff at the Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving brothers John, Fr. Joe and Dan, sister Margaret (Malone), sisters-in law-Nora and Catherine, brother-in-law Richard, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins, Archbishop Kieran O’ Reilly and fellow priests of the Diocese, parishioners of Knockavilla – Donaskeigh, extended relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Rev. James will repose on Monday afternoon next at the Church of the Assumption, Knockavilla, Co. Tipperary, (Eircode E34 F228) from 4:30pm until 7:30pm same evening.
Requiem Mass for Rev. James will be offered on Tuesday morning at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in the adjoining graveyard.
The extended Egan 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 Unit B Palliative Care, Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
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