Holycross Ballycahill

21/01/2026

Ted Irwin R.I.P.
Sue Ryder Homes, Holycross, Thurles, Tipperary
Peacefully, after a short illness. In the wonderful care of the staff of Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel.
Predeceased by his son Nicky, father Nick and brother Fr Jimmy. Deeply regretted by his loving family, mother Elizabeth, wife Joan (née Delahunty), daughters Trish, Liz and Joan, sons Timmy and John, grandchildren Shannen, Seán óg, Samantha, Leah and Theodore, sons-in-law Dan (O'Meara) and John (Quinlan), daughter-in-law Áine (Delaney), brothers John, Ber, Ger, Martin, Michael and Eamon, sisters Liz (O'Sulllivan) and Ann (Wong), nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, Sue Ryder community and friends.
Funeral arrangements and condolences on https://rip.ie/death-notice/ted-irwin-tipperary-thurles-618906
May Ted Rest In Peace.

16/01/2026

Parish Newsletter 18th January 2026

15/01/2026

Festival of St. Bridget:
On Friday 30th January at Cabragh Wetlands, rushes will be provided for the making of Bridget's Crosses. This celebration will take place at 7 pm. All are welcome to this free event. Donations on the evening appreciated.
On Sunday 1st February (St. Bridget's Day) the Abbey/Wetlands Choir will honour St. Bridget at 11am Mass in Holycross Abbey.

15/01/2026

Throwback Thursday! Can you name anyone in this picture taken in Holycross?

10/01/2026

Kathleen Allen R.I.P.
Kathleen Allen (nee Carroll), Whitefort, Holycross, Thurles. January 8th, 2026 at her home.
Predeceased by her husband Tommie and her parents Patrick and May.
Will be sadly missed by her loving family, sons Sean, Mick and Martin, daughters Marie and Frances, grandchildren, great grandchildren, daughter-in-law Helen, son-in-law Stephen, Frances' partner Terry, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Funeral arrangements and condolences available on https://rip.ie/death-notice/kathleen-allen-tipperary-thurles-617532
May Kathleen rest in peace

The death has occurred of Kathleen Allen (née Carroll) of Thurles, Tipperary Ireland, on 08/01/2026. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

Parish Newsletter 11th January 2026

06/01/2026

📣 PUBLIC INFORMATION & SUBMISSION WORKSHOPS

Proposed Killough Bio-Renewables (Biogas) Plant – Killough Quarry Area

Concerned about the proposed biogas / anaerobic digestion development at Killough?
👉 Now is the time to act.

🗓 Dates:
• Saturday 3rd January
• Saturday 10th January

⏰ Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
📍 Venue: Gaile National School, Thurles, Co. Tipperary
📌 Eircode: E41 YK70

What the workshops will help with:

✅ Understanding the Further Information
✅ How to make a valid planning submission
✅ Ensuring your concerns are properly considered

Key issues include:

• Traffic and road safety
• Groundwater and drinking water protection
• Quarry blasting, vibration and safety risks
• Odour and air quality impacts
• Risks to agriculture, including fodder shortages and high nitrate concentrations in local ground and surface waters
• Risks to the River Suir SAC, pNHAs and local biodiversity

💶 Contribution:
• €20 for first-time submissions
• Free for follow-up / second-time submissions

⚠️ Important:
Deadline for new submissions: Friday, 17 January 2026

👥 Open to everyone — especially local residents
📄 Guidance and templates provided

📧 Contact:
killoughbiogasconcerncommittee@gmail.com

Please share widely.

Tipperary County Council
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05/01/2026

FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY TUESDAY 6TH JANUARY
Ballycahill: Monday 5th January 7.30pm
Holycross Abbey: Tuesday 6th January 11am

05/01/2026

Patrick Stokes R.I.P.
The death has occurred of Patrick Stokes. Galbertstown, Holycross, Thurles, Tipperary
In his 95th Year. Peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family. In the wonderful care of Mary O' Connor and staff of Acorn Lodge Nursing Home, Cashel. Predeceased by his sister Renee (Fitzpatrick) and brother Nicholas. Deeply regretted by his heartbroken family, wife Moira, daughters Alma, Roma and Valerie, son Frank, adored grandchildren Ciara, Rory, Alex, Isabel, Laura, Ben, Melissa and Naomi, sons-in-law Thierry (Sueur) and Fergal (O'Mongain), daughter-in-law Elaine (née Crowley), nephews, nieces, brother-in-law Alfred (Butler), sisters-in-law Kay and Pauline (Butler), cousins, relatives, great neighbours and a wide circle of friends. Funeral arrangements and condolences available on https://rip.ie/death-notice/patrick-stokes-tipperary-thurles-616885
May Pat Rest In Peace.

02/01/2026

Parish Newsletter 4th January 2026