Thurles Information

Death Of Monty Power, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Sunday 21st September 2025, of Mr Martin (Monty) Power, Gaile, Thurles, Co. Tipperary,

The tragic death of Mr Power is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; heartbroken wife Kathleen, daughters Linda, Helena, son Martin, son-in-law Declan and Martin’s partner Tina, cherished grandchildren Dean, Kirstin, Dylan, Ronan and Lucas, brother Seamus and his wife Marie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours, many friends, work colleagues at Lyons Tyres and Battery, his many motorbike buddies, along with his faithful friend Holly.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Power will repose at his place of ordinary residence (Eircode E41 HY91) on Wednesday afternoon, September 24th, from 4:00pm until to 7:00pm same evening.
The funeral cortège bearing the earthly remains of Mr Power will be received into the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Nodstown, Boherlahan, Co. Tipperary, on Thurday morning, September 25th at 11:00am to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards in Ardmayle Cemetery, Ardmayle Beg, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Power 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.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Death Of Michael O’Grady, Formerly Of Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death, on Saturday 20th September 2025, of Mr Michael O’Grady, Túr Uisce, Doughiska, Galway City, Co. Galway and formerly of Clongour, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Sadly, Mr O’Grady passed away unexpectedly at the Beacon Hospital, Sandyford, Co. Dublin.

Pre-deceased by his parents Gerard (Gerry) and Moira, his brother Peter and more recently by his brother-in-law Richie Cotter; his passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife and best friend Teresa, brothers John, Anthony, Gerry, Joseph and Eddie, sisters Mary, Anne and Marette, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncle Phil and aunt Ena, goddaughter Elayne and her daughters Nicole and Hazel, cousins, extended family, work colleagues, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr O’Grady will repose at The Holy Family Funeral Home, Mervue, Galway (Eircode H91 FH52), on Tuesday afternoon, September 23rd, from 5:00pm until 6:30pm, before being received into the adjoining Holy Family Catholic Church, St James Road, Galway city, Co. Galway.
Requiem Mass will be offered for Mr O’Grady on Wednesday morning, September 24th, at 11:00am, followed by a service of cremation in Shannon Crematorium, Illaunmanagh, Shannon, Co. Clare, (Eircode V14 PV30) at 3:00pm.

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

The extended O’Grady 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.

Fatal Road Traffic Collision In Co. Tipperary.

Gardaí are investigating a fatal road traffic collision that occurred on the N24 at Cahir, Co. Tipperary, this morning, Sunday 21st September 2025.

The collision, which took place at approximately 11:05am, involved a motorcycle and a van. The motorcyclist, a man aged in his 70s, was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.
Road users who were travelling in the area between 10:45am and 11:15am and who may have phone camera footage or dash-cam footage are asked to make same available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Cahir Garda Station Tel: (052) 7445630, the Garda Confidential Line Tel: 1800 666 111, or indeed any Garda Station.

Further investigations are continuing.

Thurles Co. Tipperary Residents Appeal 60-Home Development in Thurles.

Plans to build 60 new homes in Thurles, Co. Tipperary have been appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála.

Tipperary County Council who had granted permission to O’Ceallaigh Westfield Ltd for a 60 home development on the Brittas Road, which would see 5 four-bedroom, 27 three-bedroom, and 12 one-bedroom houses built. Two duplex blocks were also proposed, providing eight additional units — four one-bed and four two-bed apartments, together with plans to include a creche with space for 47 children.

Marlstone Manor Residents Association have now appealed the granting of this permission to the Irish planning appeals board.

In a letter to An Coimisiún Pleanála, the group have stated that the development would raise concerns about traffic flow on the Brittas Road.

The appeal stated that the proposed entrance to the estate is on the N62 road, which links Thurles and Templemore, is a particularly busy corridor with agricultural, heavy goods and significant levels of commuter traffic.

The residents have also raised concerns about the potential for a “haphazard approach” of building works given that the 60 house development is the first phase of development at the site.

We understand that Tipperary County Council also granted permission for 52 further homes on the site as part of a second phase of works.

However, the Marlstone Manor Residents Association said that there is no agreement of a phasing of the development. This has the potential to allow for a haphazard approach to dwelling completions which would be driven solely by sales demand. They add that a partially completed development in such a haphazard way will not set a desirable precedent.

Despite their appeal of the development, the neighbouring residents say that they are aware of a significant need for housing, both locally and nationally.

An Coimisiún Pleanála are due to make a decision on the case by January 20th, 2026.

Sonny Curtis, Member Of ‘The Crickets’ Passes Away aged 88 Years.

Sonny Curtis, Celebrated Songwriter and Member Of ‘The Crickets, Passes Away Aged 88 years.

Sonny Curtis, acclaimed songwriter, guitarist, and long-time member of Buddy Holly’s band The Crickets, has passed away at the age of 88 years. His daughter, Sarah Curtis, confirmed his passing following a sudden illness. He was surrounded by family and passed peacefully.

Born in Texas, Curtis first performed with Buddy Holly in the mid-1950s, later joining ‘The Crickets’ in 1958, just shortly before Holly’s tragic death. As lead guitarist, and later lead singer, Curtis helped carry the band forward in the years that followed, leaving an indelible mark on American rock and country music.

Curtis’ songwriting career produced some of the most enduring hits of the era. Among his best-known works are “I Fought the Law,” “Walk Right Back,” “More Than I Can Say,” and “The Straight Life.”
In 1970, Curtis recorded “Love Is All Around,” which went on to become the beloved theme song for ‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show‘, running for seven seasons and cementing his place in popular culture.

Throughout his career, Curtis’ contributions spanned genres and generations, influencing countless artists and resonating with audiences worldwide.

In ár gcroíthe go deo.

I’m No Stranger To The Rain.

Lyrics: Multi-award winning BMI songwriter Ron Hellard and the late American singer and songwriter Sonny Curtis (1937-2025)
Vocals: American country music and bluegrass singer and songwriter the late Keith Whitley (1954-1989)

I’m No Stranger To The Rain.

I’m no stranger to the rain,
I’m a friend of thunder,
Friend, is it any wonder lightning strikes me?
I’ve fought with the devil,
Got down on his level,
But I never gave in, so he gave up on me.
I’m no stranger to the rain.
I can spot bad weather,
And I’m good at finding shelter in a downpour.
I’ve been sacrificed by brothers,
Crucified for lovers,
But through it all, I withstood the pain.
I’m no stranger to the rain.
When I get that foggy feeling,
The one I’m feeling now,
If I don’t keep my head up, I may drown,
But it’s hard to keep believing,
I’ll even come out even,
While the rain beats a hole in the ground,
And tonight, it’s really coming down,
I’m no stranger to the rain,
But there’ll always be tomorrow,
And I’ll beg, steal, or borrow a little sunshine,
And I’ll put this cloud behind me,
That’s how the man designed me,
To ride the wind and dance in a hurricane,
I’m no stranger to the rain.
Oh, no, I’m no stranger to the rain.