Thurles Information

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.

American stand-up comedian Mr James Gregory sadly passed away on Thursday last, May 9th, 2024, just three days after his 78th birthday, having suffered cardiac complications.

Born on May 6th, 1946, in Lithonia, Georgia, USA, Mr Gregory was the first member of his family to graduate high school, before working as a salesperson until the age of 36 years, when he then began introducing performers at ‘The Punch Line Comedy Club’ at No. 3652 Roswell Road, Atlanta, in the U.S. state of Georgia.

His death was sadly confirmed on his official Facebook page, sparking an outpouring of grief from millions of devoted fans.
His Facebook page stated “Today, with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of the Funniest Man in America, comedian James Gregory. He brought laughter and joy to countless lives, leaving an indelible mark on the world of comedy and those who loved him. James’ three nieces who referred to him as Uncle Bubba; Martha Anne, Mary Jane, and Candie, along with their families, were instrumental in caring for him through his last days and weeks. Gregory first made a name for himself in the comedy world in the 1980s, when he began MCing at legendary ‘The Punch Line comedy club’ in Atlanta in 1981.”

In ár gcroíthe go deo.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death yesterday, Tuesday 9th April 2024, of Mrs Concepta (Ceppie) Shanahan (née Hearne), Sarsfield Street, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her husband Eamonn, daughter Cathy and brother Brendan; Mrs Shanahan passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, while in the care of staff at Nenagh General Hospital, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; sons Frankie and Brendan, daughter Margaret, brother Frank, sister-in-law Anne, daughters-in-law Josephine and Tracey, nephews, nieces, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Shanahan will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles on Thursday afternoon, April 11th, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, before being received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles at 8:00pm same evening.
Requiem Mass for Mrs Shanahan will be celebrated on Friday morning, April 12th, at 11:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Shanahan 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

In ár gcroíthe go deo. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.