Thurles Information

Death Of Mary Lahart, Newtown, Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death today, Sunday 21st June 2026, of Mrs Mary Lahart (née Mooney), Newtown, Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Parkstown, Horse and Jockey, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her parents Christopher and Ellen, daughter Ellen-Mary, sisters Maggie and Eileen, brothers Peter, John, Paddy, Seamus, Christy and Phil, brothers-in-law Jim and John; Mrs Lahart passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, while in the care of staff at Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel; Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles; St Mary’s Health Center, Thurles, and Cameo Care, Thurles.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving husband Billy, sons John, Liam and Seamus, daughters Helen (Dowling) and Geraldine (Ryan), grandchildren Natasha, Maria, Laura, Megan, Rachael, Eimear, Emma, Jimmie, Patrick, Jim, Jack, Kate, Ellen and Molly, great-grandchildren Emily and Cian, sons-in-law Stephen and Jim, daughters-in-law Catherine and Catherine, Liam’s partner Theresa, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Lahart will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, (Eircode E41 CP59) on Monday afternoon, June 22nd from 5:00pm until 7:00pm, before being received into the Church of St Peter, Moycarkey, Thurles, at 7:45pm same evening.
Requiem Mass will be offered for Mrs Lahart on Tuesday morning, June 23rd at 11:30am, followed, immediately afterwards, by interment in nearby St Peter’s Cemetery, Moycarkey, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

The extended Lahart and Mooney 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 h-anam dílis.

Death Of Mary Casey, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death yesterday, Saturday 20th June 2026, of Mrs Mary Casey (née Mockler), Clongour, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

In her 90th year and pre-deceased by her beloved husband Tony, her sisters Norah and Peggy, brothers Tommy, Bobby, Paddy, Jackie and Jim and nephew Seamus; Mrs Casey passed away peacefully following a short illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving sons Pat, Anthony, James and Brian, grandchildren Ciaran, Caoimhe and Muireann, daughters-in-law Aodhdin, Louise and Geraldine, nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law Norah, Janet, Kitty and Chris, cousins, extended relatives, great neighbours and many friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Casey will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, (Eircode E41 CP59) on Tuesday afternoon, June 23rd, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm, same evening.
Her remains will be received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles (Eircode E41 A528), on Wednesday morning, June 24th, at 10:30am, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed, immediately afterwards, by interment in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road Lognafulla, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Casey and Mockler 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.

Solas na bhflaitheas agus leaba i measc na n-aingeal di.

Death Of Helen Boyle, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death today, Saturday 20th June 2026, of Mrs Helen Boyle (née Ely), “St. Joseph’s”, Cassestown, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her parents Robert and Peggy; Mrs Boyle passed away while in the care of staff at South Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, surrounded by her loving family.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving husband Ger, adored family Pat, Robert and Kayleigh, daughters-in-law Sandra and Teagan, grandchildren Conor, Aaron, Daniel, Billy, Kate and Finn, her brothers Harry, Thomas and Francis, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended relatives, loyal customers (Digi Signs & Embroidery Services), wonderful neighbours and friends (especially Marie).

Rest In Peace.

Funeral Arrangements.

Funeral Arrangements will be published on Wednesday, June 24th next, when final details will be confirmed.

The extended Boyle and Ely 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.

In ár gcroíthe go deo.

Food Alert – Listeria monocytogenes.

FSAI warn of recall of specific batches of various French Brie (Cheese) products due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Alert Summary dated Friday, June 19th 2026.

Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2026.34
Product Identification: Please see table below for product details.
Batch Code: Please see table below for use-by dates.

Message: The below batches of Dunnes Stores Velvety & Mild French Brie and Traditional Cheese Company French Brie is being recalled due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Product Name.	Pack Size.	Use-by dates.
Dunnes Stores Velvety & Mild French Brie.	170g.	10/07/2026. 16/07/2026. 17/07/2026.
Traditional Cheese Company French Brie.	160g.	17/07/2026.

Nature Of Danger: Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required: Manufacturers, Wholesalers, Distributors, Caterers & Retailers:–

Retailers: Same are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Wholesalers / Distributors: Same are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated batches and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.

Thurles Special Olympics Basketball Club – 2025/26 Season Concludes.

Club Chairperson Mr Enda Bourke (Secretary) Reports:-

Thurles Special Olympics Basketball Club 2025/26 season concluded with final competitions at the Presentation Sports Hall on Wednesday June 10th.
Medals were presented to the athletes; concluding another successful campaign and the Chairman thanked the athletes for their dedication to training during the year and all the families and carers who support the athletes every week, along with a great group of volunteers.

On Tuesday 16th, Thurles Golf Club hosted our Club, with the Golf Club Professional, Mr Raymond Ryan giving the athletes a clinic on ball striking and putting. Afterwards, the athletes and their families were treated to refreshments in the Clubhouse, courtesy of Thurles Golf Club.

A big thank you to all who supported Thurles Special Olympics Basketball Club during the past year and we look forward to next season, which will commence at the end of September 2026.

Finally, we remember with sadness the family of Ms Mary Long, a long-time member of our Club, who passed away recently. May Mary rest in peace.