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Death Of Kay Homan, Formerly Of Templederry, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, on Sunday 7th June 2026, of Mrs Kay Homan (née Carey), Rathfarnham, Co. Dublin Dublin and formerly of Templederry, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Eddie, parents Martin and Kate, brother Denis and sisters Helen, Nonie and Una; Mrs Homan passed away peacefully, while in the care of staff at Orwell Nursing Home, Dublin, surrounded by her loving family.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving sons Barry and Eoin, daughters Ciara and Siobhan, grandchildren Matthew, Eva, Emily, Caoimhe, Conor, Paul, Eimear, Luke, Ronan, Jack and Laura, great-grandchild Tommy. daughters-in-law Dorothy and Annie, sons-in-law Kevin and John, extended relatives neighbours and many friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Homan will be received into the Church of the Holy Spirit, Ballyroan, on Thursday morning, June 11th, to repose for Requiem Mass, at 10:00am, followed by interment thereafter in Mount Venus Cemetery, Rathfarnham, Dublin, 16.

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

The extended Homan and Carey 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.

Note Please: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland in memory of Mrs Kay Homan (née Carey).

“The Homan and Carey family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the management and staff of Orwell Nursing Home for the exceptional kindness, care and dignity shown to Kay throughout her time there.”

Death Of Rhyen Hicks, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Sunday 7th June 2026, of Mr Rhyen Hicks, No. 12 Kickham Place, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his beloved uncle Rob; Mr Hicks passed away peacefully, while in the care of staff at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny, surrounded by his heartbroken family.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family;loving partner Sally, children Kadey, Farrah, Hugo and Hunter, latter the centre of his world, parents Philip and Debi, stepson Paul, brothers Richard, Rhys and Rheo, sisters Nicola and Abbey, grandmother Val, uncles, aunts, sister-in-law Stacey, godchild Harper Jane, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and many friends including Rachel, Remi, Michael, Andre, Tyler, Liam, Rory, Kaya, Mollie, Jordan, Corey and Jonathan, whose friendship meant so much to him throughout his life.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Hicks will repose at Brett’s Funeral Home, Mullinahone, Thurles on Wednesday afternoon, June 10th, from 5:00pm until 7.00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Michael, Mullinahone, Thurles, on Thursday morning, June 11th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Killaghy, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

The extended Hicks 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.

“The Hicks family would like to sincerely thank everyone who has shown such kindness, support and compassion during this difficult time. Your visits, messages, prayers and acts of friendship have brought great comfort and are deeply appreciated.
Rhyen’s warmth, kindness and friendship will be fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.”

Death Of John Carey, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, today Monday 8th June 2026, of Mr John Carey, Newtown, Drombane, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents John and Josie Carey, sister Josephine and nephew Gary; Mr Carey passed away peacefully at his place of ordinary residence, surrounded by his loving and devoted family.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Mary, daughters Hannah, Irene, Shauna and Caitriona, son-in-law Kevin Bourke, Jack Hill (Irene’s partner) and Darragh O’Rourke (Shauna’s fiancé), Grandsons Keelan and Tadhg Bourke, brothers Jim, Tom, Paddy, sisters Mary, Noreen and Bridie, mother-in-law Rita Lowry, sisters in laws, brothers in laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and wide circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Carey will repose at his place of residence at Newtown (Eircode E41 WF61), on Tuesday afternoon, June 9th, from 4:00pm until 8:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Mary, Drombane, Thurles (Eircode E41 T880) on Wednesday morning June 10th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Upperchurch Cemetery, Upperchurch, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Carey 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 Wednesday morning. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Parkinson’s Association of Ireland, Tipperary Branch or North Tipperary Hospice.

“One of life’s greatest gentlemen, may his kind and gentle soul rest in peace.”

Death Of Mossie Hayes, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Sunday 7th June 2026, of Mr Maurice (Mossie) Hayes, Ballyduff, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents Alice and Ned, Mr Hayes sadly passed away, while in the care of staff at Bród House, Co. Kilkenny.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving brother Eamonn and sister Oonagh, sister-in-law Bee (Maher), brother-in-law Ger (Holliday), niece Elaine, nephews Edmund and Cathal, cousins, extended relatives, friends and carers from the Aurora Community.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Hayes will repose at his home in Ballyduff, Thurles, (Eircode E41 CF62) on tomorrow afternoon Tuesday June 9th from 4:30pm until 7:00pm, before being received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles at 8:00pm, same evening.
Requiem Mass for Mr Hayes will be offered on Wednesday morning, June 10th 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 Hayes, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended Hayes 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.

Road Closure Notice: Liberty Music Festival 2026, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Tipperary County Council has confirmed a temporary road closure in Thurles to facilitate pedestrian access for the upcoming Liberty Music Festival 2026.

Roads Closed:
L-4201 Emmett Street and Thomond Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary

Closure Period:
From 00:00hrs on Saturday, 4th July 2026 to 00:00hrs on Monday, 6th July 2026

Alternative Routes:
Traffic travelling north on the N62 will be diverted to Liberty Square to join the N75 east and continue their journey.

Traffic travelling west on the N75 will be diverted into Liberty Square, turning left onto the N62 to continue their journey.

The closure is being put in place to safely facilitate pedestrian access to the Liberty Music Festival.

Motorists are advised to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow all diversion signage in place.