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Death Of Jimmy Ryan, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death, today Friday 3rd October 2025, of Mr James (Jimmy) Ryan, Dromdiha, Drombane, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Turraheen, Rossmore, Cashel, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents Patrick and Josephine, sister Peg Keane and son-in-law James Lynn; Mr Ryan passed away peacefully following a short illness, while in the care of staff at Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, surrounded by his loving family.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving and devoted wife Mary, daughters Margaret (Lynn), Josephine (Pollard) and Teresa (Gillespie), son John, sons-in-law John Pollard and Gabriel Gillespie, grandchildren Dean, Caoimhe, Maeve, Grace, and Rose, sister Sheila, brother Timothy, sister-in-law Josephine, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Ryan will repose at O’ Dwyer’s Funeral Home, Cappanaleigh, Upperchurch, Thurles, on Saturday afternoon, October 4th from 5:00pm until 7:00pm, before being received into the Church of St Mary, Drombane, Thurles, at 8:00pm.
Requiem Mass for Mr Ryan will be offered on Sunday morning at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Kilvalure Cemetery, Drombane, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Ryan 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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Death Of Jackie Cooke, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death, today Friday 3rd October 2025, of Mr Jackie Cooke, Childers Park, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Killenaule, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Mr Cooke passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, while in the care of staff at the Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles.

Pre-deceased by his beloved wife Alice (née Shanahan), parents Eddie and Mary, sister Biddy and brother Tom; his passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving son Trevor, daughter Olivia, daughter-in-law Marcella, brother Eddie, nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law Kathleen and Nell, extended relatives, colleagues in Thurles Sarsfield’s Social Center, great neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Cooke will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievnamon Road, Thurles on Sunday afternoon, October 5th, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Joseph and St Brigid, Bothar na Naomh, Thurles, on Monday morning, October 6th at 10:30am to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Cooke and Shanahan 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 Mary Lanigan Ryan, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Wednesday 1st October 2025, of Mrs Mary Lanigan Ryan, (née O’Dwyer), Main Street, Borrisoleigh, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Carrigdawson, Latteragh, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her parents Thomas and Agnes, brothers John, James C, Thomas and William; sadly, Mrs Lanigan Ryan passed away while in the care of staff at University Hospital Limerick.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving husband Tommy, sons Fr. Tom and Noel, daughters Agnes (Flaherty) and Madeline (Ryan J), sisters Lily and Ann, sons-in-law Seamus and Stephen, brothers-in-law Danny and Keith, sister-in-law Mary, grandchildren Tim, Peg, Mary and Patrick, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Lanigan Ryan will repose at Kennedy’s Funeral Home, Castle Quarter, Borrisoleigh, Thurles, (Eircode E41 VX81) on Friday afternoon, October 3rd, from 4:30pm, before being received into the nearby Church of the Sacred Heart, Pallas Street, Borrisoleigh, Thurles, at 7:00pm same evening.
Requiem Mass for Mrs Lanigan Ryan will be offered on Saturday morning, October 4th, at 11:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Drom Cemetery, Templemore, Co. Tipperary (Eircode E41 CX53).

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

The extended Lanigan Ryan and O’Dwyer 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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Medicinal Product In Various Life Extension Food Supplements.

Medicinal product (melatonin) not permitted in food products present in various Life Extension food supplements.

Alert Summary dated Thursday October 2nd 2025

Category 1: For Action.
Alert Notification: 2025.53.
Product Identification: Please see table below.
Batch Code: All batch codes and all best before dates.

Message: The below Life Extension food supplements contain melatonin, a medicinal product which should only be taken when prescribed by a medical professional. In Ireland, melatonin is regulated as a medicinal product when authorised by the Health Products Regulatory Authority and it is not permitted in food supplements available on the Irish market.

Product.	Pack size.
Fast-Acting Liquid Melatonin.	59ml.
Melatonin IR/XR.	60 capsules.
Melatonin 1 mg.	60 capsules.
Melatonin 6 Hour Timed Release.	60 vegetarian capsules.
Melatonin 3 mg.	60 vegetarian capsules.

Nature Of Danger: In Ireland, melatonin is a prescription medication, is not authorised in food and should only be taken under medical supervision. Use with caution if you have depression, bleeding disorders, high blood pressure, or seizure disorders. Common side effects can include drowsiness, headaches, vivid dreams and confusion. Avoid driving or operating machinery after taking melatonin
There remain concerns about its long-term effects when used by children.

Action Required: Manufacturers, Wholesalers, Distributors, Caterers & Retailers:

Retailers and Online Sellers: Same are requested to remove the implicated products from sale.

Consumers: Consumers are advised not to consume the implicated products.

Recall Of Ardagh Lighter Grated Mild Red & Mozzarella Cheese.

Food Safety Authority of Ireland recall a batch of Ardagh Lighter Grated Mild Red and Mozzarella cheese.

Alert Summary dated Thursday,October 2nd 2025.

Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2025.54
Product Identification: Ardagh Lighter Grated Mild Red & Mozzarella cheese; pack size: 200 g; approval number: IE 1099 EC
Batch Code: Best before date: 30/11/2025 (A, B, C and D)
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message: The above batch of Ardagh Lighter Grated Mild Red & Mozzarella cheese is being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale in Aldi stores.

Nature Of Danger: Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required: Manufacturers, Wholesalers, Distributors, Caterers & Retailers:
Retailers: Same are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.