Thurles Information

Death Of Martin Keane, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Thursday 16th March 2023, of Mr Martin Keane, St. Patrick’s Terrace, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary and formerly Innisfallen Avenue, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents Dan and Josie and his infant brother Joseph, Mr Keane, aged 58 years, passed away peacefully, while in the care of staff at Cork University Hospital; surrounded by his loving family.

His passing is most deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife Edel, daughter Charlotte, son Joseph, brothers Denis and J.B., sisters Mary, Joan, Olive, Angie, Lizzie and Maggie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Keane, will repose at Condons Funeral Parlour, No.16 Dillon Street, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, on Sunday afternoon March 19th, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of St. Mary, Irishtown, Oldbridge, Clonmel, on Monday morning, March 20th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 12:00 noon; followed by interment immediately afterwards in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Keane 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.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Tipperary Garda Search Result In Five Arrests For Serious Offences.

Tipperary Gardaí based in Clonmel conducted a joint-agency search operation yesterday, operating alongside personnel from Revenue Customs Service, the ISPCA and the Irish Defence Forces.

**Distressing pictures released courtesy of An Garda Síochána**

During the course of their search, Gardaí seized suspected drugs together with three caravans, which they believe had been stolen.

Fifteen dogs and three horses were also taken into care, rescued by the ISPCA, latter the leading animal welfare charity here in Ireland, which specialise in rescue, animal welfare and preventing animal cruelty.

During the course of the search operation, five persons were arrested for various offences.

Death Of Mick Connell, Templemore, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great personal sadness that I learned of the death, yesterday Tuesday 14th March 2023, of retired Garda Mr Michael (Mick) Connell, Roscrea Road, Templemore, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Killorglin, Co. Kerry.

Mr Connell passed away peacefully at his place of residence, surrounded by his loving family.

His passing is most deeply regretted by his loving wife Mary, daughters Kathleen, Breda, Maura and Eilish, sons Michael and Maurice, sons-in-law Paschal, Archie, Martin and Isaac, daughters in law Fifa and Eileen, brother-in-law Jack, grandchildren Colm, Tim, Ciara, Evan, Thea, Kate, Paola, Laura, Mikey, Sarah and Bobby, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, Garda Síochána comrades current and retired, neighbours and a large circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Connell will be received into the Church of the Sacred Heart, Templemore, Co. Tipperary on Friday, March 17th, at 12:00 noon, to repose for Requiem Mass; followed by interment, immediately afterwards in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Rosemount, Kiltillane, Templemore, Co. Tipperary.

The extended Connell family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Death Of Tony Gibson, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, on Saturday 19th November 2022, of Mr Anthony (Tony) Gibson, Luton, Bedfordshire, England and formerly of Ballybeg, Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents William and Bridget, sisters Geraldine and Bridie, the passing of Mr Gibson is most deeply regretted and sadly missed by his brothers John and Martin, sisters Mary and Kathleen, nephews, nieces, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

A Memorial Mass will take place in St. Kevin’s Church, Littleton, Thurles, on Sunday, March 19th, at 12:00 noon, followed by the interment of his ashes in nearby Ballymoreen Cemetery, Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Gibson 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.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

‘Made In Dagenham’ – All Set For Stage In Premier Hall, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

**Cast of Thurles Musical Society 2023**

Thurles Musical Society (TMS) is all set to stage the hit show ‘Made in Dagenham’, which opens in the Premier Hall, Thurles on Tuesday evening next, March 28th, and runs until Saturday April 1st.

Three years after it had been originally billed, this brilliant show, (latter centred around a strike in the Ford factory in Dagenham in Essex, London, dramatizing the Ford sewing machinists strike of 1968, and aimed at obtaining equal pay for women), is all set for the stage, with Director Oliver Hurley having collaborated with Musical Director Mary Rose McNally and Dance Captain Siobhan King, to bring this stunning piece of theatre to life.

TMS had originally planned to stage this show in 2020, but Covid 19 put paid to their plans. Thankfully the majority of the cast and chorus has returned for this run, with a number of notable additions as well. In fact, almost a cast of sixty will don costume for the show, bookings for which can be made through Gr8events.ie or at Bookworm, Thurles from Thursday March 23rd – Saturday 25th, between 11:00am-2:00pm.

There is huge interest in this production locally and it is anticipated that many regular show goers will travel from distance to enjoy what is still, a relatively new show. Patrons are encouraged to book tickets early, so as to secure the seat you wish to have.

Among the main role players are Fiona Delaney (Rita), John Hayes (Eddie) – (John is also joined on stage by his children Éanna and Fiadh) – Brendan Bailey (Harold Wilson), Linda Ryan (Barbara Castle), Barry Derby (Monty), Frank Tuohy (Tooley), Peter Donnelly (Barry), Therese Murphy (Sandra), Mary Callanan (Beryl), Denise King (Claire), Siobhan King (Cass), Nina Scott (Connie), John Butler (Mr Hopkins), Cole Flanagan (Cortina Man) and Deirdre Hayes (Lisa). There are also roles for Geraint Fyler, Peter Stockborough, Finbarr Shelly and Gerard O’Hagan – it is indeed a big cast.

The set and stage are in the final throes of preparation by Anthony Kirby (Stage Manager), Rita Dempsey (Stage Director) and their teams, while the orchestra members under the guidance of Mary Rose McNally are also fine tuning their work.

In total, there will be well over 100 people involved in this production– a real community event and Thurles Musical Society is most appreciative of all the support received so far. Anyone wishing to submit subscriptions or patronage would be very welcome to do so – simply place your sub into an envelope and address to Thurles Musical Society, Hickey’s Pharmacy, Liberty Square, Thurles.

So make sure to get along to the Premier Hall next week and witness a great piece of local theatre right on your doorstep.

[Prepared to be entertained, but please note the show does contain some strong language.]