Thurles Information

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, on Monday 22nd July 2024, of Mr Thomas (Tommy) Pollard, Copper, Ballingarry (South Riding), Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

In his 92nd year and pre-deceased by his parents Martin and Catherine, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, his infant son Gerard and daughter-in-law Marie; Mr Pollard passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at his place of residence.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; his wife and best friend Mary, sons Martin, Patrick, Tomás and Anthony, daughters Elizabeth, Kathleen, Ann, Bernadette and Mary, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, 24 adored grandchildren, great-granddaughter Aoife, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours, and a large circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Pollard will repose at O’Connell’s Funeral Home, Killenaule, Thurles (E41 HH66) on tomorrow afternoon, Thursday July 25th from 4:30pm until 7:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of the Assumption, Ballingarry Upper (SR), Thurles on Friday morning to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30am, followed by interment in the adjoining graveyard.

For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Pollard, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended Pollard 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 private on Friday morning.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

A message announcing news of the death of Irish country singer and actress Rose-Marie; aged 68, was posted yesterday on her Facebook.

The post stated: “It is with heavy hearts & enormous great sadness, that we have to announce the sudden passing of our much loved Rose-Marie, in her beloved second home of Blackpool. Rest in Peace, dear heart.”

Rose-Marie Kane was born on February 7th 1956 in Newry, County Down, Northern Ireland an passed away on Wednesday June 5th 2024, aged 68 years.

She appeared in the Royal Variety Show, and was a former judge on the BBC talent show ‘Go For It’. As an actress, she starred in Cold Fish (2001), Doctors (2000) and Knees-Up (1982).
During her singing career; Rose-Marie released 19 albums and sold out the London Palladium on several occasions.

The Answer to Everything.

Lyrics: American composer, songwriter, record producer, and pianist Burt Bacharach and American lyricist Bob Hilliard.
Vocals: Irish country singer, actress, television personality and radio presenter, the late Rose-Marie Kane.

The Answer to Everything.

Don’t ask me a mountain of questions,
When there is simply no answer today,
If you love me, really love me, as I love you.
It’s the answer to everything, if you do.

Don’t give me a million excuses,
When I am waiting with my arms open wide.
If you love me, really love me, as I love you,
It’s the answer to everything, if you do.

If there is someone else,
Some other place,
Who holds your heart,
Please tell me now, truthfully.
Before we start.

Don’t act, like you misunderstand me
When there is simply no mystery to it all.
If you love me, really love me, as I love you.
It’s the answer to everything, if you do.
If you love me, really love me, as I love you.
It’s the answer to everything, if you do.
END

Actress Ms Tricia Penrose, (Who playes ‘Gina Ward’ in ITV’s much loved series ‘Heartbeat’), paid tribute on social media stating: “I am absolutely heartbroken to lose my dear friend Rose-Marie RIP my dear heart. We were only together this time last week in Blackpool. I’m going to miss you so much xxx.”

In ár gcroíthe go deo.