In his 92nd year and pre-deceased by his parents Martin and Catherine, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, his infant son Gerard and daughter-in-law Marie; Mr Pollard passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at his place of residence.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; his wife and best friend Mary, sons Martin, Patrick, Tomás and Anthony, daughters Elizabeth, Kathleen, Ann, Bernadette and Mary, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, 24 adored grandchildren, great-granddaughter Aoife, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours, and a large circle of friends.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Pollard, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Pollard 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.
Senior Vatican Officials To Visit Midwest Region For Consecration Of New Papal Nuncio.
Two of the Vatican’s most senior officials have been confirmed as attendees for the consecration of Monsignor Séamus Horgan (former Roscrea Co. Tipperary priest) as Papal Nuncio to South Sudan at Ennis Cathedral, County Clare, on Saturday next, July 27th, at 11:00am.
Newly appointed Papal Nuncio to South Sudan, Monsignor Séamus Horgan from Ennis, Co. Clare, pictured with His Holiness Pope Francis at the Vatican in Rome.
The Diocese of Killaloe has confirmed that the ceremony will be attended by the Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle. Also in attendance will be Cardinal Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to The United States, and Papal Nuncio to Ireland Archbishop, Luis Mariano Montemayor.
In May 2024, His Holiness Pope Francis announced the appointment of Ennis-native Monsignor Séamus Horgan as Papal Nuncio to South Sudan, based in the city of Juba.
A native of Tobarteascáin near St. Flannan’s College, where he completed his secondary schooling, Monsignor Horgan entered St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, in 1987 before being ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Michael Harty in 1994 at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Ennis.
He is currently First Counsellor at the Apostolic Nunciature in Washington D.C. and has previously held Diplomatic Service of the Holy See roles in Uganda, Switzerland, The Philippines and Italy.
Bishop of Killaloe Dr. Fintan Monahan said, “We are honoured to be welcoming the Secretariat of State to County Clare. As the principal collaborator of His Holiness Pope Francis, Cardinal Parolin’s presence at Ennis Cathedral this weekend will add to the sense of occasion during what will be a hugely proud day for Monsignor Séamus and for our Diocese.”
St. Flannan’s College Principal Fr. Iggy McCormack said, “This episcopal appointment is a tremendous honour for Monsignor Séamus and for our school, and we are looking forward to the prestigious occasion of his consecration on Saturday.” “We are very proud of what Monsignor Séamus has achieved in his ministry to date, during which time he has served as Secretary of the Apostolic Nunciatures in Kampala, Berne and Manila, as well as working at the Secretariat of State, in Rome, from 2015 to 2020, before assuming his current role in the United States,” continued Fr. McCormack.
Following his consecration, Monsignor Séamus Horgan will be one of four incumbent Irish Papal Nuncios, the remaining three being Archbishop Eugene Nugent from Co. Clare (Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar), Archbishop Michael F Crotty from Cork (Nigeria) and Archbishop Noël Treanor from Monaghan (European Union).
Pre-deceased by his wife Olive (née Spittle, Thurles), Mr Drake passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at the Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; daughters Joanna and Liz, son Andy, grandchildren, brother-in-law Noel (Spittle) and his wife Tessa, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, good neighbours and great friends.
Rest in peace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The remains of Mr Drake will repose for a funeral service at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, on Friday July 26th, at 11:00am, followed by private cremation.
The extended Drake and Spittle 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.
Pre-deceased by her husband Martin, brother Austin and sister Ramona; Mrs Bannon passed away peacefully, following a short illness most bravely born, while resident at her daughters home in Templetuohy, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; daughter Joanne, grandsons Martin, John and Leo, son-in-law Sean (Cleere), nephews, nieces, cousins, extended relatives, carer Bridget, former customers of Bannon’s Pub, great neighbours and many friends.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs Bannon, same can be viewed streamed live online, (Note: Link to follow).
The extended Bannon 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.
Aged in her 97th year and pre-deceased by her husband Michael, sons Neil and James and baby Cora; Mrs Boland passed away peacefully at her daughters residence, surrounded by her loving family. Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; daughters Ina, Peggy, Kit, Marie, Veronica and Patricia, sons Michael, Gerry, Liam and Kevin, her sisters Peggy and Kitty, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, extended relatives, close neighbours and friends.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs Boland, same can be viewed streamed live online, at a link to follow.
The extended Boland and Fleming 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: House private on Thursday morning. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Fethard Day Care Centre.
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