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A Visit To Santa.

A Visit to Santa.

Courtesy Irish comedian and singer, the late great Brendan Grace, (1951–2019); known for his comedy schoolboy character “Bottler”.

Born in the heart of Dublin City in 1951, Brendan was raised on Echlin Street, in the Liberties area of the city. His father Seamus worked as a bartender, an ambulance man and other odd jobs, to keep the family going.

Like many young Dubliners of that period, Brendan left school young to find work. His first job was as a messenger boy, an occupation he often referred to in his live performances.

His wit and observations of daily life in Ireland will long remain.

A Very Happy Christmas From Thurles.Info

Nollaig Shona Dhuit.

From all at the Thurles.info website, may we wish you, our many readers and followers on social media; both at home and overseas, a very, very Happy Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year.
Nollaig Shona Dhuit.

Death Of Josie Gooney, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death today, Tuesday 24th December 2024, of Mrs Elizabeth (Josie) Gooney (née O’Brien) Childers Park, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her parents Elizabeth and James, husband Michael, brother Seamus, grandsons Gary and Josh, great-grandson baby Noah, grandmother Liz; Mrs Gooney passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at Milford Care Centre, surrounded by her loving family, following a long illness most bravely borne.
Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; sons Tom and James, daughters Liz, Noreen and Anna, 8 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, brother and sisters, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, extended relatives, great neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Gooney will repose in Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles on Friday afternoon, December 27th, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm same evening.
Her remains will be received into the Church of St Joseph and St Brigid, Bothar-na-Naomh, Thurles on Saturday morning, December 28th, at 10:30am to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Gooney and O’Brien 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: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired to Milford Care Centre.

Death Of Thomas Meaney, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great personal sadness that I learned of the death yesterday, Monday 23rd December 2024, of Mr Thomas Meaney, No. 4 Banba Terrace, Kickham Street, Thurles, Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his father John; Mr Meaney passed away peacefully, while in the care of staff at Milford Care Centre.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; his mother Teresa, adored son T.J., brothers Patrick and Sean, sister Breda, brother-in-law P.J., sister-in-law Margaret, nephews John, Daniel, Jack, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Meaney will repose at Kennedy’s Funeral Home, Upper Kickham Street, Dublin Road, Thurles on Thursday afternoon, December 26th, from 4:00pm until 6:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles, on Friday morning, December 27th at 10:30am, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Meaney 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: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired to Milford Care Centre.

Death Of Wal Westren, Clonoulty, Co. Tipperary

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death on Friday, 20th December 2024, of Mr Wallace (Wal) Allen Westren, Marlow, Clonoulty, Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his first wife Nicky and second wife Jean Mary and his sister Hazel; Mr Westren passed away peacefully in the care of staff at Acorn Lodge Nursing Home, Cashel, Co Tipperary.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; stepchildren Jane, Neil and Karen, extended relatives, neighbours and his many, many friends.

Rest in Peace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The remains of Mr Westren will repose at the family home on St Stephens Day in Marlow, Clonoulty, Co. Tipperary and all relatives and friends are welcome to pay their respects.

A service of remembrance and thanksgiving for his life will take place at 1:00pm at Shannon Crematorium, Illaunmanagh, Shannon, Co. Clare, (V14 PV30) on Friday afternoon next, December 27th.

Password to view service at Shannon Crematorium is WWH27.

Note Please: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, for a cause close to Mr Westren heart, namely The Beagle Welfare.

The extended Westren 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.

“Mr Westren was born in Enfield, Sydney, Australia on 24th November 1929 to parents Walter and Eveleen. He spent 10 years in New Zealand and was previously married to Nicky (who also predeceases him). He met Jean when travelling and married her soon after, living in her home in Bishop Auckland, Co Durham. They made Clonoulty their home nearly 30 years ago and fully integrated themselves into local life, making many friends in the area.”