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It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Wednesday 18th February 2026, of Mr Michael Kelly, Harrow, London and formerly of Ballynonty, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Pre-deceased by his parents John and Bridget (Bridie), his brothers Jim and Kevin, sister-in-law Sally and nephew Kristian; Mr Kelly passed away peacefully following a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Breage, sons Stephen, Ciaran and daughter Fiona, daughters-in-law Siobhan and Caroline and Fiona’s partner Shane, grandchildren Aislinn, Niamh, Niall, Emily, Alara and Robbie, sisters and brothers. Nancy (O’Connor) Jackey, Eamon, Gerald and Marie (Campion), brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews extended relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends in both the UK and Ireland.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Mr Kelly will repose in the funeral home of James Funeral Services, 502 Kenton Lane, Harrow, UK, (Postal Code HA3 8RD), on Thursday afternoon, February 26th, from 4:00pm until 7:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of Our Lady and St Thomas of Canterbury, 22 Roxborough Park, Harrow-On-The-Hill, UK, (Post Code HA1 3BE), on Friday morning, February 27th 2026, at 11:00am to further repose for Requiem Mass.
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.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Campaigner & Founder of Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Dies Aged 84.
Sadly today Tuesday, February 17th 2026, US civil rights leader Mr Jesse Louis Jackson (1941 – 2026) has died aged 84, his family has confirmed. He died peacefully this morning, surrounded by relatives.
Over more than six decades, Mr Jackson became one of the most recognisable figures in American public life, a minister, organiser and political candidate who worked to build broad coalitions around civil rights, economic justice and voter participation.
Mr Jackson rose to national prominence during the 1960s through his work with Southern Christian Leadership Conference and alongside Martin Luther King Jr.. He later helped lead organising efforts in Chicago, including the SCLC-linked Operation Breadbasket.
He twice sought the Democratic Party nomination for president, running in 1984 and 1988, campaigns widely credited with expanding participation and helping shape modern coalition politics in the US.
Mr Jackson also founded the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, a nonprofit focused on civil rights, social justice and advocacy. A phrase closely associated with his public message, and repeated across decades of speeches and organising was: “Keep hope alive.”
Health.
In recent years, Mr Jackson faced significant health challenges. Reports noted he had been diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neurodegenerative condition, and was hospitalised in late 2025.
Family.
The family said Mr Jackson’s work was rooted in a lifelong commitment to justice, equality and human rights, and that further details on public observances and arrangements would be released in Chicago.
He is survived by his wife Jacqueline Jackson and their children Santita Jackson, Jesse Jackson Jr., Jonathan Jackson, Yusef Jackson, Jacqueline Jackson (daughter) and Ashley Jackson, as well as grandchildren.
Tributes.
Following the announcement, tributes were issued across political and civic life in the United States, including from former presidents and civil rights leaders, reflecting Jackson’s long-standing influence on American public debate and activism.
It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Monday 16th February 2026, of Mr John Cullen, Kennedy Park, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Pre-deceased by his baby son John, parents Mary and Jim, brothers James, Charlie and Paddy, sisters Nan, Moll, Nellie and Peggy; Mr Cullen passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing and devoted family, loving wife Bridie (née Spillane), daughters Annemarie, Jackie, Christine and Bridget, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law Brian, Gerry and Dean, brothers-in-law Jimmy and Seamus, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Mr Cullen will repose in Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, (Eircode E41 CP59) on Wednesday afternoon February 18th from 5:00pm until 7:00pm.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Joseph and St Brigid, Bothar-na-Naomh, Thurles on Thursday morning, February 19th, 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 Cullan, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Cullen and Spillane 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 anam dílis.
There’s something special on the way for Thurles, a proper live night out with a purpose at its heart; supporting “In Our Hands”, the re-roofing campaign to preserve our Cathedral of the Assumption, for generations to come.
We’re delighted to confirm that final plans for the music night are now almost concluded. While the final details are still being agreed, the spirit of the evening is already clear; community, music, and meaningful support for a cause that matters deeply, right across the Diocese of Cashel and Emly.
Those performing have very kindly committed to making this a night that keeps the campaign front and centre, and it’s being done in a particularly fitting way. The event will also mark a milestone year for the professional performers themselves, a moment that reflects years of gigs, hard work, and loyal audiences who kept showing up. Rather than celebrating quietly, they’ve chosen to share it in the best way possible; by helping the events committee restore Thurles Cathedral roof.
So what can people expect?
- A professional live music night — Upbeat, Welcoming, and Community-focused for all age groups.
- Clear ticketed fundraising on the night, with a chance to win major raffle prizes.
- Confirmed updates coming soon in relation to date, venue and time.
In the meantime, please keep an eye out, spread the word, and if you can, bring a friend.
Nights like this work best when the whole community gets behind them — because the best kind of anniversary isn’t just looking back. It’s giving something forward.
Tickets will cost €25.00. Come for the tunes, the atmosphere, and the shared sense of doing something worthwhile — all under the one roof, all pulling in the same direction.
Remember: Success is sweeter when it’s shared.
It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday February 14th 2026, of Ms Nora Lonergan, Cowper Road, Dublin and late of Gurtnagarde, Cappamore, Co. Limerick and AIB Rathgar and Dame St. Dublin.
Ms Lonergan passed away peacefully following a long illness.
Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving sisters Jody Delaney (Borrisoleigh, Thurles), Amy Kennedy (Pallasgreen), and Ciss Ryan (Newport), brothers-in-law Pakie and Michael, cherished nieces and nephews extended relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Ms Lonergan will repose at Meehan’s Funeral Home, Cappamore, Co. Limerick, on Monday afternoon, February 16th, from 5:00pm until 6:30pm, same evening.
Her remains will be received into the Church of St Michael, Main Street, Cappamore, on Tuesday morning, February 17th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards in Doon Old Graveyard, Doon, Co. Limerick.
The extended Lonergan 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 h-anam dílis.
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