Thurles Information

Death Of Mary Reynolds, formerly of Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Friday 13th February 2026, of Mrs Mary Reynolds (née Gleeson), Swords, Co. Dublin and formerly of Drombane, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her husband Frank, brothers Sean and Tommy and her sister Kitty (Doyle), Mrs Reynolds passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, South Tipperary.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving son Thomas and partner Linda, daughter Joan (Shanahan Upperchurch, Co. Tipperary), son-in-law Gerard, daughter-in-law Andrea, grandchildren Dwyne, Megan, Amy, A.J. and Caroline, great-grandchildren Callum and Theo, brother Paddy, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Reynolds will repose at O’Dwyer’s Funeral Home, Cappanaleigh, Upperchurch, Thurles (Eircode E41 FN34) on tomorrow afternoon, Sunday February 15th, from 5:00pm, with removal at 7:00pm to the Church of St Mary, Drombane, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, same evening.
Requiem Mass for Mrs Reynolds will be offered on Monday morning, February 16th, at 11:30am, followed by interment in Kilvalure Cemetery, Drombane, Thurles, Co.Tipperary.

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

The extended Reynolds and Gleeson 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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Two Food Allergen Alerts.

Incorrectly declared sulphur dioxide in a batch of JM Food Services Gratin Potato.

Alert Summary dated Friday, 13th February 2026.

Allergy Alert Notification: 2026.A07.
Allergens: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Product Identification: JM Food Services Gratin Potato; pack size: 650g.
Batch Code: Use by date: 29/01/2026

Message: Sulphur dioxide is incorrectly declared on the ingredients list of the above batch of JM Food Services Gratin Potato. This may make this batch unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of sulphur dioxide and sulphites and therefore, these consumers should not eat the implicated batch. Although this batch is now past its use by date, it is labelled as suitable for home freezing.
Consumers are advised to check their freezers for the implicated batch.

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Undeclared wheat in specific batches of KSK Boy Bawang Cornick Lechon Manok Flavor.

Alert Summary dated Friday, 13th February 2026.

Allergy Alert Notification: 2026.A08
Allergens: Cereals containing gluten
Product Identification: KSK Boy Bawang Cornick Lechon Manok Flavor (Corn Snacks Roasted Chicken Flavour; pack size: 90g
Batch Code: Please refer to table below for implicated best-before dates.
Country Of Origin: Philippines

Message: The below batches of KSK Boy Bawang Cornick Lechon Manok Flavor (Corn Snacks Roasted Chicken Flavour) contain cereals containing gluten (wheat) which is not mentioned on the label. This may make the batches unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of gluten (wheat), and, therefore, these consumers should not eat the implicated batches.
The affected batches have been recalled.

Implicated best-before dates: 14.03.2026, 17.06.2026, 18.08.2026, 14.11.2026, 14.01.2027, 17.03.2027, 24.04.2027.

Death Of Noreen Dennehy, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Friday 13th February 2026 of Ms Noreen Dennehy, Croke Gardens, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Ard na Croise, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her parents Maureen and Richard (Dennehy), brother Patrick, sister Kay (O’Connell) and brother-in-law John (O’Connell), Ms Dennehy passed away peacefully, following a short illness most bravely borne, while in the care of staff at South Eastern Palliative Care University Hospital, Waterford.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving daughters Kaleen and Jacqueline, grandchildren Blaine, Reece, Kori, Savannah, Addison and Lachlan, Jacqueline partner Adrian, sister Bríd (Kennedy), brothers Denis and Vincent, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, brother-in-law Frank, sisters-in-law Geraldine and Val, cousins, extended relatives, dearest friend Linda, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Ms Dennehy will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, (Eircode E41 CP59), on Sunday afternoon, February 15th, from 4:00pm until 6:00pm same evening.
Her remains will be received into the Church of St Joseph and St Brigid, Bothar-na-Naomh, Thurles on Monday morning, February 16th at 10:30am 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 Ms Dennehy, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended Dennehy 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 Strictly Private.

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Death Of Declan O’Dowd, Formerly Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, on Wednesday 11th February 2026 of Mr Declan O’Dowd, No.88 Springfort Meadows, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary and formerly Park View Drive, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his father Tommy and nephew Fionn; Mr O’Dowd, sadly, passed away suddenly.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Roisin (nee Martin), adored children Áine, Orlaith and Tommy, mother Bernie, sisters Sandra and Amy, brothers Rory, Barry, Raymond and Alan, parents-in-law Jimmy and Teresa, brother’s-in-law Eamon, Francis and Tommy, sisters-in-law Portia, Rachel, Sinead, Noelle and Antoinette, nieces, nephews extended relatives, neighbours and friends

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr O’Dowd will repose at Ryan’s Funeral Home, Nenagh, (Eircode E45 KN93), on Sunday afternoon next, from 4:00pm until 6:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Mary of the Rosary, Nenagh, (Eircode E45 YH29), on Monday morning to further repose for Requiem Mass at 12:00 noon, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Lisboney New Cemetery, Nenagh, North Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended O’Dowd and Martin 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: House Strictly Private.

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Norovirus Cases Jump By More Than 50% In One Week.

Norovirus cases jump by more than 50% in a week as HSE urges public to follow hygiene advice.

The HSE has urged people to be alert to the signs and symptoms of norovirus after new figures showed a sharp weekly increase in reported cases.
The latest data shows 86 cases in the week ending February 7th, up from 56 cases the previous week, a rise of 54%.

Norovirus, often called the “winter vomiting bug”, is one of the most common stomach bugs in Ireland and can spread quickly in settings such as hospitals, nursing homes and schools.
The HSE said it has been notified of 676 cases so far this winter season, which began at the end of September, with 59% of cases reported this week occurring in people aged 65 and older.
In a statement, the health service said that while norovirus is unpleasant but mild for many people, it can be very serious for older adults, young children and those with underlying health conditions, adding that seasonal winter viruses continue to place extra pressure on health and care services.

Symptoms.
Norovirus typically causes sudden vomiting and diarrhoea, and may also be accompanied by stomach cramps, nausea and a general feeling of being unwell.

Public health advice to help stop the spread.
The HSE is reminding the public to take the following steps:

Stay at home and do not return to work, school or social activities until 48 hours after symptoms have stopped.
Avoid visiting hospitals and care homes while unwell and for 48 hours after recovery.
Wash hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water (especially after using the toilet and before preparing food).
Clean contaminated surfaces and objects using bleach-based household cleaners, following label instructions.
Avoid preparing food for others while sick, and take extra care with food hygiene, including avoiding raw, unwashed produce.

Comment:
Dr Paul McKeown, Consultant in Public Health Medicine, said norovirus has been at high levels in recent weeks and that outbreaks in hospitals have increased, adding that while it is not always possible to avoid infection, people can help prevent further spread by following the guidance.

Further information:
Up-to-date public advice is available from the HPSC HERE.