Thurles Information

Death Of Jackie Kelly, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, on Friday 20th March 2026, of Mr Jackie (John) Kelly, Grange Castle, Barna, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his beloved wife Sally, parents John and Bridie, brothers Jim, Kevin and Michael and nephew Kristian; Mr Kelly sadly passed away suddenly at his place of ordinary residence.

His passing is most deeply regretted sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; sons John and Finbarr, daughters Yvonne and Joanne, son-in-law Stephen, daughter-in-law Emma, Finbarr’s fiancée Maebh, his adored grandchildren, sisters Nancy and Marie, brothers Eamon and Gerald, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

May he rest in peace.

Funeral arrangements will be published later as soon as final details are confirmed.

The extended Kelly 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.

Death Of John Power, Templederry, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday March 21st 2026, of Mr John Power, Latteragh, Templederry, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his beloved wife Peggy and brothers Fr. Jim Power and Michael (Waterford); Mr Power passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, while in the care of staff at University Hospital (UHL), Limerick city.

His passing is most deeply regretted sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; sons Eamon, Shay, Sean, Aidan, Kevin and Vincent. Daughters-in-law, Marie, Berni, Clare, Anne, Eithne and Susan. Grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister Billi (O’Donnell, Taghmon, Co. Wexford), sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Power will repose at Ryan’s Funeral home, Nenagh, (Eircode E45 KN93) tomorrow afternoon, Monday, March 23rd, from 5:00pm until 7:30pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Templederry, Tipperary on Tuesday morning, March 24th, for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Templederry new cemetery, Cloghinch, Templederry, 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 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 dílis.

Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses Following Serious Assault In Birdhill, Co Tipperary.

Gardaí have appealed for witnesses following a serious assault on the R494 at Birdhill, Co Tipperary, on Saturday evening. The incident happened shortly before 5.30pm on March 21st 2026.

A woman in her 20s was seriously injured in the incident and was airlifted to hospital, where she remains in a critical condition.

The scene has been preserved for a technical examination, while the road remains closed with local diversions in place.

Investigating Gardaí are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. They are also appealing to motorists who travelled on the R494 between Birdhill and the M7 motorway between 5:00pm and 6:00pm on Saturday afternoon, and who may have camera footage, including dash-cam recordings, to make that material available to investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Nenagh Garda Station, Tel: (067) 50450, the Garda Confidential Line, Tel: 1800 666 111, or indeed any Garda station.

As expected investigations remain ongoing.

Late Kilkenny Point Denies Tipperary As League Clash Ends Level.

Tipp rally strongly but Cats have final say in Thurles thriller.

Tipperary and Kilkenny produced a high-quality Allianz Hurling League Division 1A draw at FBD Semple Stadium, tonight, with Jordan Molloy landing a dramatic late equaliser to leave the sides deadlocked at 2-27 (33pts) to 3-24 (33pts) in front of over 10,000 supporters.
Kilkenny’s TJ Reid marked his return with 1-8, while Jake Morris hit 1-5 (8pts) and Jason Forde added 0-8 for Tipperary, including two outstanding sideline cuts.

Kilkenny made an explosive start and struck for goal inside 20 seconds when Liam Moore finished off a sharp move, involving Cian Kenny, Eoin Cody and Tom Phelan. Kilkenny quickly built momentum and opened up an early six-point cushion as Kenny, Reid and Mossy Keoghan found their range.

Tipperary responded impressively and worked their way back into the contest through a blend of sharp finishing and composed free-taking. Morris found the net in the 20th minute after being picked out by Forde, and the home side drew level before edging ahead by half-time, with Michael Breen and Forde helping to nudge them into a 1-14 (17pts) to 1-13 (16 pts) interval lead.

The Premier County carried that momentum into the restart and struck again almost immediately, with Darragh McCarthy batting home after Aidan Tallis had made the initial save. Tipp looked in control when they pushed five clear, but Kilkenny responded with determination. Reid’s 52nd-minute goal reignited the visitors, and Keoghan later showed brilliant control before firing another major to swing the game again.

A tense closing spell followed, with both teams trading scores in a gripping finish. Seán Kenneally looked to have won it for Tipperary, only for an injury delay to allow one final Kilkenny attack. The visitors seized that opportunity, and Molloy’s late point ensured the spoils were shared after a lively and absorbing championship warm-up in Thurles.
Tipperary: Rhys Shelly; Brian McGrath, Ronan Maher, Michael Breen; Oisín O’Donoghue, Robert Doyle, Eoghan Connolly; Conor Martin, Darragh Stakelum; Jake Morris, Alan Tynan, Sam O’Farrell; Darragh McCarthy, Gearóid O’Connor, Jason Forde.

Subs: Seán Kenneally for Gearóid O’Connor, Johnny Ryan for Brian McGrath, Noel McGrath for Darragh Stakelum, Andrew Ormond for Conor Martin, Peter McGarry for Jason Forde, and Joe Caesar for Darragh McCarthy.

Referee: James Owens (Wexford).

A Song For A Sunday.

Far Side Banks Of Jordan.

Lyrics: Amereican songwriter and singer, the late Terry Smith.
Vocals: American country music singer and guitarist Lester James Fortune Snr. (Jimmy Fortune)

Few voices in gospel and country music carry the heart and sincerity of singer Jimmy Fortune, who has continued to bless audiences with songs that speak of faith, family, and the promise of heaven. The beautiful song, ‘Far Side Banks of Jordan,’ has touched so many hearts through its message of hope and reunion beyond this life.

Far Side Banks Of Jordan.

I believe my steps are growing wearier each day,
Still I’ve got a journey on my mind.
Lures of this old world have ceased to make me want to stay,
And my one regret is leaving you behind.
But I’ll be waiting on the far side banks of Jordan,
I’ll be sitting drawing pictures in the sand,
And when I see you coming I will rise up with a shout!
And come running through the shallow waters, reaching for your hand.

If it proves to be his will that I’m the first to cross,
And somehow I’ve a feeling it will be.
When it comes time to travel likewise don’t feel lost,
For I will be the first one that you’ll see.
And I’ll be waiting on the far side banks of Jordan,
I’ll be sitting drawing pictures in the sand,
And when I see you coming I will rise up with a shout!
And come running through the shallow waters reaching for your hand.

Through this life we’ve laboured hard to earn our meager fare,
It’s brought us trembling hands and failing eyes.
So I’ll just rest here on this shore and turn my eyes away,
And then you’ll come then we’ll see paradise.
And I’ll be waiting on the far side banks of Jordan,
I’ll be sitting drawing pictures in the sand,
And when I see you coming I will rise up with a shout!
And come running through the shallow waters reaching for your hand.
And I’ll be waiting on the far side banks of Jordan,
I’ll be sitting drawing pictures in the sand,
And when I see you coming I will rise up with a shout!
And come running through the shallow waters reaching for your hand.
And I’ll be running through the shallow waters reaching for your hand.

END.