Week ending June 30th 2013
Óige na Gaeltachta Summer Camp for 7 to 12 year olds in Halla Tourmakeady from Monday 15th July to 19th July. Well known local leaders are helping with the camp. Packed programme.
Active Walking continues meeting Wednesdays 7.30pm walk information call 087 1162058.
The Church door collection for next weekend is for the Tourmakeady Recreational Park
DVDs of Gathering Dinner & Dance that took place in Tourmakeady Hall are now available. They can be obtained from the hall telephone 094 9544295. Cost €15 each
Summer Lunch for the Over 60’s Club will take place on at Marie Luke’s on Thursday 4th July at 2.00pm. All are very welcome - come along and enjoy this lovely venue.
Mayo County Community Games - Well done to all the Tourmakeady Athletes competing in the Mayo County Community Games finals in Claremorris and congratulations to Matthew Gibbons for getting a bronze medal.
The Directors of the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo in association with Mayo County Council and South West Mayo Development Company wish to thank all youngsters, youth, parents, grandparents and members of the Tourmakeady Community that attended the official sod-turning of the new development at the Fairgreen Tourmakeady for the construction of a Recreational Park by Michael Ring TD the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport. We would also sincerely like to thank all those who worked behind the scenes the volunteers and the community employment schemes. Their support enabled us to make this a very memorable and successful event . Even the weather didn't let us down! We would like to thank Tomas O’Toole, Trustee of the Fairgreen, whose support for the project was invaluable also to the many who attended including the Garda and Cllr. Michael Kilcoyne, Mayo County Council, Cllr. Al McDonnell, Mayo County Council, Geeta Keenan, Senior Architect, Mayo County Council, Michael Ring, TD Minister of Tourism & Sport, Cllr. Cyril Burke, Cathaoirleach, Mayo County Council, Peter Gill, Executive Parks Superintendent, Mayo County Council, Fr. John Kenny, Cllr. Blackie Gavin, Mayo County Council, Padraic Flanagan, Senior Engineer, Mayo County Council, Peadar Ó Maoláin, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Gerry O’Neill, CEO., South West Mayo Development Company, Norita Clesham, Project Advisor, South West Mayo Development Company, Anna Connor, Walking Officer, Mayo County Council, Mary Wrafter, Mayo County Community Forum and the many others too numerous to mention. Finally thank you to everyone who donated food and for the sponsorship from Óige na Gaeltachta and the Parent & Toddler Group and of course the wonderful musicians who played for us.
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday July 28th starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. Visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Parent & Toddler Group Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm in Tourmakeady Hall
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5pm
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help or get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Cathy & Niall Tiernan and Seamus and Sara Lally - winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 25. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt (Rinne mé é! 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013) for the first 125 entrants. Register now www.runireland.com
Active Walking continues meeting Wednesdays 7.30pm walk information call 087 1162058.
The Church door collection for next weekend is for the Tourmakeady Recreational Park
DVDs of Gathering Dinner & Dance that took place in Tourmakeady Hall are now available. They can be obtained from the hall telephone 094 9544295. Cost €15 each
Summer Lunch for the Over 60’s Club will take place on at Marie Luke’s on Thursday 4th July at 2.00pm. All are very welcome - come along and enjoy this lovely venue.
Mayo County Community Games - Well done to all the Tourmakeady Athletes competing in the Mayo County Community Games finals in Claremorris and congratulations to Matthew Gibbons for getting a bronze medal.
The Directors of the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo in association with Mayo County Council and South West Mayo Development Company wish to thank all youngsters, youth, parents, grandparents and members of the Tourmakeady Community that attended the official sod-turning of the new development at the Fairgreen Tourmakeady for the construction of a Recreational Park by Michael Ring TD the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport. We would also sincerely like to thank all those who worked behind the scenes the volunteers and the community employment schemes. Their support enabled us to make this a very memorable and successful event . Even the weather didn't let us down! We would like to thank Tomas O’Toole, Trustee of the Fairgreen, whose support for the project was invaluable also to the many who attended including the Garda and Cllr. Michael Kilcoyne, Mayo County Council, Cllr. Al McDonnell, Mayo County Council, Geeta Keenan, Senior Architect, Mayo County Council, Michael Ring, TD Minister of Tourism & Sport, Cllr. Cyril Burke, Cathaoirleach, Mayo County Council, Peter Gill, Executive Parks Superintendent, Mayo County Council, Fr. John Kenny, Cllr. Blackie Gavin, Mayo County Council, Padraic Flanagan, Senior Engineer, Mayo County Council, Peadar Ó Maoláin, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Gerry O’Neill, CEO., South West Mayo Development Company, Norita Clesham, Project Advisor, South West Mayo Development Company, Anna Connor, Walking Officer, Mayo County Council, Mary Wrafter, Mayo County Community Forum and the many others too numerous to mention. Finally thank you to everyone who donated food and for the sponsorship from Óige na Gaeltachta and the Parent & Toddler Group and of course the wonderful musicians who played for us.
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday July 28th starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. Visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Parent & Toddler Group Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm in Tourmakeady Hall
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5pm
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help or get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Cathy & Niall Tiernan and Seamus and Sara Lally - winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 25. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt (Rinne mé é! 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013) for the first 125 entrants. Register now www.runireland.com
Week ending June 23rd 2013
Óige na Gaeltachta Summer Camp for 7 to 12 year olds in Halla Tourmakeady from Monday 15th July to 19th July. There will be well known local leaders helping with the camp. Packed programme. Registration evening in the hall on Tuesday 25th June from 5pm to 7.00pm. . See us on facebook Tourmakeady Community Center or www.tourmakeady.com
Mayo County Community Games Wishing good luck to all the Tourmakeady Athletes competing in the Mayo County Community Games finals in Claremorris on Sunday 23rd June
Calling all youngsters, youth, parents, grandparents and members of the Tourmakeady Community - The Directors of the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo in association with Mayo County Council and South West Mayo Development Company invite you to the official sod-turning of the new development at the Fairgreen Tourmakeady for the construction of a Recreational and Leisure Park on Monday 24th June 2013 at 2.00 pm by Michael Ring TD the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport. Light refreshments will be served afterwards at Halla Tourmakeady RSVP Nora McHugh King Fon: 094 95 44295/087-6335477 Rphost:eolas@tourmakeady.com The purpose of the recreational park is to be a meeting point for all children and adults living in Tourmakeady and the surrounding areas for recreational purposes. Everyone in the community will be able to use the facility. It is unique as it will be intergenerational, it will be free and all are welcome.
Active Walking - Mayo in Motion – Wednesdays at 7.30pm meeting at Tourmakeady Hall.
Tourmakeady Family Bike Ride Thank you to all those who participated!
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday 28th July starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. For more information visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Hip Hop Thursdays in the hall at 5.30pm
Knitting Circle has finished now for the summer holidays
Parent & Toddler Group Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5pm
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free Tourmakeady is taking part in the 2013 Mayo Litter Action League. It is a competition open to Community Groups in all towns and villages in County Mayo. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help and to get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Seamus & Ann Mulroe and Oige na Gaeltachta - winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 29. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt – “Rinne mé é! 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013” for the first 125 entrants. Register now www.runireland.com
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA Club are holding a summer camp for boys and girls during the week July 1 to 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 pm The cost is €40 for one child and €30 for each additional child from the same family. The camp will be staged on the grounds of Pairc Naomh Muire.
Death
The death took place suddenly in Chicago of Kevin Dermody, son of Christy, formerly of Gortnacullin, Srah. Burial took place in Chicago. Kevin was nephew of Katie Clarke, Tourmakeady, Bernie and Frank Dermody, Srah, and John, Castlebar. May he rest in peace.
Launch
Best wishes to Angela Burke, Newtown, Partry, with the official launch of her new venture, Greenway Gifts, on Friday next, June 21. The outlet is proving to be a great success for her and her husband Gabriel.
Music
On stage at Máire Luke’s Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Friday, June 21, is the brilliant Trevor Moyles. Coming on Sunday, June 23, are the Feeney family. Special Sunday lunch is available from 1 to 7 p.m. Reservations can be made at (094) 9544080.
Big catch
Well done to Padraig Forde of Corrig, Partry, on his great 8 lb. brown trout catch on Ballahalla Bay.
Football
Well done to Sean Tiernan, son of Cathy and Niall, Drimcoggy, Srah, and Máirtin Carr, son of Breege and Frank, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady, who played in the Mayo colours in the Cumann na mBunscol games at MacHale Park on Sunday last. They are members of Tourmakeady GAA Club. Tourmakeady senior footballers are at home on Saturday next, June 23, in a vital clash with Westport in round two of the 2013 league.
Soccer
Last week it was three-in-a-row for Partry Athletic soccer team when they defeated Killala 1-0, Bangor United 6-2 and table-toppers Swinford 3-1. These nine points have moved Partry into the upper half of the Mayo League table.
Winners
Congratulations to Miko McDermott and Helen Garry, Partry, on winning the Partry residence bonus number drawn on June 15. Both receive €100 for having number 29. The latest winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number were Seamus and Ann Mulroe, Greeaun, and Oige na Gaeltachta Club. Both receive €100 for having number 29.
Masses
Cemetery Masses in the parish of Ballyovey are as follows: Churchfield Cemetery on Friday, June 28, at 6.30 p.m., Ballyovey/Partry Cemetery on Sunday, June 30, at 10 a.m., and Tourmakeady Cemetery on Sunday, June 30, at 11.30 a.m.
Jumble sale and metal collection
Colaiste Muire Tuar Mhic Eadaigh are organising a jumble sale and a metal collection on June 29 in the college from 12 to 4 p.m. The organisers are looking for any unwanted gifts, clothes, school uniforms, school books, books, CDs, DVDs, computer, Nintendo or Xbox games, toys, etcetera. Any of those items greatly appreciated.
There will also be a cake sale and raffle on the day. For further information, please contact (087) 2126777 or (087) 9956847. The metal collection will be located in the college grounds. All types of metal will be accepted. If you are unable to transport the metal, collections can be organised by phoning Andrew on (087) 2649595 or John at (087) 9510153
Fishing
Partry junior angling competition will be held on Sunday, June 23, weather permitting. All anglers and their boatmen must sign-on at the Lough Inn, Partry, between 11.30 a.m. and 12 noon (no proxy signatures). Fishing is from 12 noon to 5 p.m. with the weigh-in at 6 p.m. at the Lough Inn
All anglers and their boatmen must wear a proper lifejacket, must be capable, and over 18 years of age. Full rules available at sign-on. There are good prizes for all. For further information, contact any member of the committe
Thanks
Pieta House would like to thank sincerely all who supported for Darkness into Light 2013.
Soccer summer camp
An FAI soccer summer camp will be held at Partry Athletic FC from July 8 to 12. All children attending will receive a soccer kit, ball and kit bag. The cost of the camp is €65. To book a place, log onto www.summersoccerschools.ie or call (1890) 653653.
Mayo County Community Games Wishing good luck to all the Tourmakeady Athletes competing in the Mayo County Community Games finals in Claremorris on Sunday 23rd June
Calling all youngsters, youth, parents, grandparents and members of the Tourmakeady Community - The Directors of the Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Teo in association with Mayo County Council and South West Mayo Development Company invite you to the official sod-turning of the new development at the Fairgreen Tourmakeady for the construction of a Recreational and Leisure Park on Monday 24th June 2013 at 2.00 pm by Michael Ring TD the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport. Light refreshments will be served afterwards at Halla Tourmakeady RSVP Nora McHugh King Fon: 094 95 44295/087-6335477 Rphost:eolas@tourmakeady.com The purpose of the recreational park is to be a meeting point for all children and adults living in Tourmakeady and the surrounding areas for recreational purposes. Everyone in the community will be able to use the facility. It is unique as it will be intergenerational, it will be free and all are welcome.
Active Walking - Mayo in Motion – Wednesdays at 7.30pm meeting at Tourmakeady Hall.
Tourmakeady Family Bike Ride Thank you to all those who participated!
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday 28th July starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. For more information visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Hip Hop Thursdays in the hall at 5.30pm
Knitting Circle has finished now for the summer holidays
Parent & Toddler Group Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5pm
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free Tourmakeady is taking part in the 2013 Mayo Litter Action League. It is a competition open to Community Groups in all towns and villages in County Mayo. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help and to get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Seamus & Ann Mulroe and Oige na Gaeltachta - winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 29. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt – “Rinne mé é! 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013” for the first 125 entrants. Register now www.runireland.com
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA Club are holding a summer camp for boys and girls during the week July 1 to 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 pm The cost is €40 for one child and €30 for each additional child from the same family. The camp will be staged on the grounds of Pairc Naomh Muire.
Death
The death took place suddenly in Chicago of Kevin Dermody, son of Christy, formerly of Gortnacullin, Srah. Burial took place in Chicago. Kevin was nephew of Katie Clarke, Tourmakeady, Bernie and Frank Dermody, Srah, and John, Castlebar. May he rest in peace.
Launch
Best wishes to Angela Burke, Newtown, Partry, with the official launch of her new venture, Greenway Gifts, on Friday next, June 21. The outlet is proving to be a great success for her and her husband Gabriel.
Music
On stage at Máire Luke’s Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Friday, June 21, is the brilliant Trevor Moyles. Coming on Sunday, June 23, are the Feeney family. Special Sunday lunch is available from 1 to 7 p.m. Reservations can be made at (094) 9544080.
Big catch
Well done to Padraig Forde of Corrig, Partry, on his great 8 lb. brown trout catch on Ballahalla Bay.
Football
Well done to Sean Tiernan, son of Cathy and Niall, Drimcoggy, Srah, and Máirtin Carr, son of Breege and Frank, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady, who played in the Mayo colours in the Cumann na mBunscol games at MacHale Park on Sunday last. They are members of Tourmakeady GAA Club. Tourmakeady senior footballers are at home on Saturday next, June 23, in a vital clash with Westport in round two of the 2013 league.
Soccer
Last week it was three-in-a-row for Partry Athletic soccer team when they defeated Killala 1-0, Bangor United 6-2 and table-toppers Swinford 3-1. These nine points have moved Partry into the upper half of the Mayo League table.
Winners
Congratulations to Miko McDermott and Helen Garry, Partry, on winning the Partry residence bonus number drawn on June 15. Both receive €100 for having number 29. The latest winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number were Seamus and Ann Mulroe, Greeaun, and Oige na Gaeltachta Club. Both receive €100 for having number 29.
Masses
Cemetery Masses in the parish of Ballyovey are as follows: Churchfield Cemetery on Friday, June 28, at 6.30 p.m., Ballyovey/Partry Cemetery on Sunday, June 30, at 10 a.m., and Tourmakeady Cemetery on Sunday, June 30, at 11.30 a.m.
Jumble sale and metal collection
Colaiste Muire Tuar Mhic Eadaigh are organising a jumble sale and a metal collection on June 29 in the college from 12 to 4 p.m. The organisers are looking for any unwanted gifts, clothes, school uniforms, school books, books, CDs, DVDs, computer, Nintendo or Xbox games, toys, etcetera. Any of those items greatly appreciated.
There will also be a cake sale and raffle on the day. For further information, please contact (087) 2126777 or (087) 9956847. The metal collection will be located in the college grounds. All types of metal will be accepted. If you are unable to transport the metal, collections can be organised by phoning Andrew on (087) 2649595 or John at (087) 9510153
Fishing
Partry junior angling competition will be held on Sunday, June 23, weather permitting. All anglers and their boatmen must sign-on at the Lough Inn, Partry, between 11.30 a.m. and 12 noon (no proxy signatures). Fishing is from 12 noon to 5 p.m. with the weigh-in at 6 p.m. at the Lough Inn
All anglers and their boatmen must wear a proper lifejacket, must be capable, and over 18 years of age. Full rules available at sign-on. There are good prizes for all. For further information, contact any member of the committe
Thanks
Pieta House would like to thank sincerely all who supported for Darkness into Light 2013.
Soccer summer camp
An FAI soccer summer camp will be held at Partry Athletic FC from July 8 to 12. All children attending will receive a soccer kit, ball and kit bag. The cost of the camp is €65. To book a place, log onto www.summersoccerschools.ie or call (1890) 653653.
Week ending June 16th 2013
Mini Céilí in Tourmakeady Hall on Thursday June 20th from 9.00pm to 12 midnight. Refreshments
Active Walking - Mayo in Motion – Wednesdays at 7.30pm meeting at Tourmakeady Hall.
Tourmakeady Family Bike Ride starting and finishing at Halla Tourmakeady, Tourmakeady on Sunday June 16 at 3pm. All are welcome. Light refreshments
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday July 28th starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. For more information visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Hip Hop Thursdays in the hall at 5.30pm
Knitting Circle Mondays children 6.00pm adults 7.30pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5p
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free Tourmakeady is taking part in the 2013 Mayo Litter Action League. It is a competition open to Community Groups in all towns and villages in County Mayo. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help and to get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Mike & Anna Staunton and Bernie & Noreen Dermody - winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 19. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt (Rinne mé é - Maratón 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013) for the first 125 entrants. Register now www.runireland.com
Winners
CONGRATULATIONS to all the winners in the Tourmakeady GAA Club bank holiday lotto giveaway.
The lucky recipients were Jamie Wall, Partry, and Patrick Kerrigan, Cloughbrack, both of whom received €500 each. The €200 winners were Mike Kelly Junior, Trianlar, and Seamus Joyce, Kilbride, €100 went to Bridget Walsh, Drimcoggy, Jackie Shannon, Cappaduff, and John McConville, Dundalk. The numbers drawn were 11, 26, 27 and 30.
It is renewal time for the Tourmakeady GAA Club silver circle - €100 will entitle you to a full year of lotto draws. Contact Mary Prendergast, Maura Staunton or Damien Heneghan.
Death
The death has taken place in Chicago, USA, of Martin Behan, husband of the late Sarah Thornton, Carheen, Tourmakeady.
Wedding
The wedding took place in St. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady, of Miss Noreen McGeough, daughter of Martin and Betty, Gortnacullin, Srah, and Mr. Noel Gibbons, son of Michael and Margaret, Annies, Hollymount. The ceremony was performed by Fr. Desmond Grogan, Partry. The chief bridesmaid was Sarah McGeough, assisted by Valerie Kilcoyne. Best man was Lydon Gibbons and the groomsman was Jason Gibbons. The pretty flower girl was Katie O’Brien and the page boy was Master Jack McGeough. Readings were given by Eugene and Michael McGeough, the Communion reflection was given by Mairead Gibbons and music and song was provided by Sinead McGabhann and Ronan de Burca. The reception was held in the Park Hotel, Kiltimagh. We wish the happy couple health and happiness in the future.
Winners
Well done to Nora Lally, Gallagh, Partry, on winning the Partry residence bonus number draw on June 1. She receives €100 for having number 18.
The Gathering
Tickets are selling fast for the Gaeltarra Knitwear Gathering on Friday, August 23, at Hotel Westport. Mass will be celebrated in Tourmakeady at 6 p.m. on the evening for all deceased members.
The night is open to all workers and their partners. Tickets can be had from Owen at (087) 2931964, Maura at (087) 7957997, Mary at (087) 9232327, and also from Kitty Kelly, Michael Maloney or May Heneghan, all Tourmakeady.
Wedding
The marriage took place at Ballintubber Abbey of Miss Jennifer Heneghan, daughter of Bridie and Jack Heneghan, Clonee, Partry, and Mr. Danny Lydon, son of Nora and Michael Lydon, Cappencreha, Tourmakeady.
The bridesmaids were Laura Heneghan, Olivia Kerins, Martina Dolan and Linda Joyce. Best man was John Lydon and the groomsmen were Ger Lydon, Liam Heneghan and Kevin Dolan. The lovely flower girl was Chloe Kerins and the handsome pageboy was Master Adam Lydon. The ceremony was performed by Fr. Desmond Grogan, music was by Nicola Maguire, readings were given by Bernie Farragh and, Chris Tynan, with the responsorial psalm sung by Jack Heneghan, father of the bride. The reception was held in the Diamond Coast Hotel, Enniscrone. Best wishes go to the newly-weds and good luck in their new home in Cappencraha, Tourmakeady.
Lotto
There was no outright winner of Tourmakeady GAA local lotto held at O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady, on June 8. The numbers drawn were 5, 14, 19 and 23. The consolation winners were Jim and Chris Mulkerins, Treen, Aoibhinn de Búrca, Gortfree, Emma Higgins, Claremorris, Jimmy Gibbons, Trianlar, and Bridie Lally, Tourmakeady.
Birthday
Congratulations to Leanne Glendon, Gortmore, Tourmakeady, daughter of Geraldine and Pat, who celebrated her 21st birthday with a function at Paddy’s, Tourmakeady at the weekend. She is a sister of Dean, and granddaughter of Annie Gibbons, Gortmore. Best wishes go to this popular girl.
Music
Back on stage by popular demand on Friday night next, June 14, at Máire Luke’s, Tourmakeady, is the Bumble Bee. Music again on Sunday, June 16, in the bar and the restaurant is open from 1 to 6 p.m.
Collection
The church gate collection for the Irish Heart Foundation will be taken up at all Masses in Tourmakeady and Partry next weekend.
Bonus winner
Well done to Dr. Hugh Byrne who won the Partry residence bonus number draw on June 8. He receives €100 for having number 19. Next draw is on Saturday night.
Jumble sale and metal collection
Colaiste Muire Tuar Mhic Éadaigh are organising a jumble sale and a metal collection on June 29 in the college from 12 to 4 p.m.
The organisers are looking for any unwanted gifts, clothes, school uniforms, school books, books, CDs, DVDs, computers, Nintendo/Xbox games, toys. etc. Any of those items greatly appreciated. There will also be a cake sale and raffle on the day. For further information, please contact (087) 2126777, (087) 9956847.
The metal collection will be located in the college grounds. All types of metal will be accepted. If you are unable to transport the metal collections can be organised by phoning either Andrew on (087) 2649595 or John at (087) 9510153.
Active Walking - Mayo in Motion – Wednesdays at 7.30pm meeting at Tourmakeady Hall.
Tourmakeady Family Bike Ride starting and finishing at Halla Tourmakeady, Tourmakeady on Sunday June 16 at 3pm. All are welcome. Light refreshments
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday July 28th starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. For more information visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Hip Hop Thursdays in the hall at 5.30pm
Knitting Circle Mondays children 6.00pm adults 7.30pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5p
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free Tourmakeady is taking part in the 2013 Mayo Litter Action League. It is a competition open to Community Groups in all towns and villages in County Mayo. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help and to get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Mike & Anna Staunton and Bernie & Noreen Dermody - winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 19. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt (Rinne mé é - Maratón 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013) for the first 125 entrants. Register now www.runireland.com
Winners
CONGRATULATIONS to all the winners in the Tourmakeady GAA Club bank holiday lotto giveaway.
The lucky recipients were Jamie Wall, Partry, and Patrick Kerrigan, Cloughbrack, both of whom received €500 each. The €200 winners were Mike Kelly Junior, Trianlar, and Seamus Joyce, Kilbride, €100 went to Bridget Walsh, Drimcoggy, Jackie Shannon, Cappaduff, and John McConville, Dundalk. The numbers drawn were 11, 26, 27 and 30.
It is renewal time for the Tourmakeady GAA Club silver circle - €100 will entitle you to a full year of lotto draws. Contact Mary Prendergast, Maura Staunton or Damien Heneghan.
Death
The death has taken place in Chicago, USA, of Martin Behan, husband of the late Sarah Thornton, Carheen, Tourmakeady.
Wedding
The wedding took place in St. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady, of Miss Noreen McGeough, daughter of Martin and Betty, Gortnacullin, Srah, and Mr. Noel Gibbons, son of Michael and Margaret, Annies, Hollymount. The ceremony was performed by Fr. Desmond Grogan, Partry. The chief bridesmaid was Sarah McGeough, assisted by Valerie Kilcoyne. Best man was Lydon Gibbons and the groomsman was Jason Gibbons. The pretty flower girl was Katie O’Brien and the page boy was Master Jack McGeough. Readings were given by Eugene and Michael McGeough, the Communion reflection was given by Mairead Gibbons and music and song was provided by Sinead McGabhann and Ronan de Burca. The reception was held in the Park Hotel, Kiltimagh. We wish the happy couple health and happiness in the future.
Winners
Well done to Nora Lally, Gallagh, Partry, on winning the Partry residence bonus number draw on June 1. She receives €100 for having number 18.
The Gathering
Tickets are selling fast for the Gaeltarra Knitwear Gathering on Friday, August 23, at Hotel Westport. Mass will be celebrated in Tourmakeady at 6 p.m. on the evening for all deceased members.
The night is open to all workers and their partners. Tickets can be had from Owen at (087) 2931964, Maura at (087) 7957997, Mary at (087) 9232327, and also from Kitty Kelly, Michael Maloney or May Heneghan, all Tourmakeady.
Wedding
The marriage took place at Ballintubber Abbey of Miss Jennifer Heneghan, daughter of Bridie and Jack Heneghan, Clonee, Partry, and Mr. Danny Lydon, son of Nora and Michael Lydon, Cappencreha, Tourmakeady.
The bridesmaids were Laura Heneghan, Olivia Kerins, Martina Dolan and Linda Joyce. Best man was John Lydon and the groomsmen were Ger Lydon, Liam Heneghan and Kevin Dolan. The lovely flower girl was Chloe Kerins and the handsome pageboy was Master Adam Lydon. The ceremony was performed by Fr. Desmond Grogan, music was by Nicola Maguire, readings were given by Bernie Farragh and, Chris Tynan, with the responsorial psalm sung by Jack Heneghan, father of the bride. The reception was held in the Diamond Coast Hotel, Enniscrone. Best wishes go to the newly-weds and good luck in their new home in Cappencraha, Tourmakeady.
Lotto
There was no outright winner of Tourmakeady GAA local lotto held at O’Toole’s, Tourmakeady, on June 8. The numbers drawn were 5, 14, 19 and 23. The consolation winners were Jim and Chris Mulkerins, Treen, Aoibhinn de Búrca, Gortfree, Emma Higgins, Claremorris, Jimmy Gibbons, Trianlar, and Bridie Lally, Tourmakeady.
Birthday
Congratulations to Leanne Glendon, Gortmore, Tourmakeady, daughter of Geraldine and Pat, who celebrated her 21st birthday with a function at Paddy’s, Tourmakeady at the weekend. She is a sister of Dean, and granddaughter of Annie Gibbons, Gortmore. Best wishes go to this popular girl.
Music
Back on stage by popular demand on Friday night next, June 14, at Máire Luke’s, Tourmakeady, is the Bumble Bee. Music again on Sunday, June 16, in the bar and the restaurant is open from 1 to 6 p.m.
Collection
The church gate collection for the Irish Heart Foundation will be taken up at all Masses in Tourmakeady and Partry next weekend.
Bonus winner
Well done to Dr. Hugh Byrne who won the Partry residence bonus number draw on June 8. He receives €100 for having number 19. Next draw is on Saturday night.
Jumble sale and metal collection
Colaiste Muire Tuar Mhic Éadaigh are organising a jumble sale and a metal collection on June 29 in the college from 12 to 4 p.m.
The organisers are looking for any unwanted gifts, clothes, school uniforms, school books, books, CDs, DVDs, computers, Nintendo/Xbox games, toys. etc. Any of those items greatly appreciated. There will also be a cake sale and raffle on the day. For further information, please contact (087) 2126777, (087) 9956847.
The metal collection will be located in the college grounds. All types of metal will be accepted. If you are unable to transport the metal collections can be organised by phoning either Andrew on (087) 2649595 or John at (087) 9510153.
Week ending June 9th 2013
Active Walking - Mayo in Motion - starts again this Wednesday June 5 at 7.30pm meeting at Tourmakeady Hall.
Tourmakeady Family Bike Ride starting and finishing at Halla Tourmakeady, Tourmakeady on Sunday June 16 at 3pm. All are welcome. Light refreshments
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday July 28th starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. For more information visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Hip Hop Thursdays in the hall at 5.30pm
Knitting Circle Mondays children 6.00pm adults 7.30pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5pm
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free Tourmakeady is taking part in the 2013 Mayo Litter Action League. It is a competition open to Community Groups in all towns and villages in County Mayo. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help and to get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Michael & Mary Cox and Brendan Byrne winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 18. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt (Rinne mé é - Maratón 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013) for the first 125 entrants. Register now www.runireland.com
Thank you to all those from home and abroad who supported the Gathering Ireland 2013. It was a very busy three days in Tourmakeady. We are grateful to the caterers, the sound, the band, the dancers, the bar, the barbeque, the disco, the bouncey castle, the flowers, the video and photographer, the many who helped with the traditional demonstrations and to Marie Luke's. We would like to thank the Tourmakeady Employment Schemes that helped to make the Gathering Ireland 2013 such a great success. We appreciate very much your help and support now and during the year. Thank you to the local media, Father Kenny for giving us so much newsletter space, Raidió na Gaeltachta, Midwest radio, the radio station in Chicago, international newspapers, Irish clubs worldwide, the social media and word of mouth in the USA, UK, Australia, and New Zealand - it all worked for the Tourmakeady Gathering Ireland 2013. Finally thank you to our sponsors Údarás na Gaeltachta, Mayo County Council, Fíor Uisce and O'Toole's. Thank you to everyone who worked behind the scenes our MC on the Friday night and Éamon Ó Cuív T.D. who joined us for part of the evening.
Table quiz
ON Friday night next, June 7, a big fundraising table quiz in aid of the underage players at Partry Athletic FC will take place in the Lough Inn starting at 9.30 p.m., with great prizes for all the winners. Raffle prizes will be welcomed by any member of the club committee. Full support by all the community would be appreciated by the players of the future.
The Gathering
Tickets are selling fast for the Gaeltarra Knitwear Gathering on Friday, August 23, at Hotel Westport. Mass will be celebrated in Tourmakeady at 6 p.m. on the evening for all deceased members.
The night is open to all workers and their partners. Tickets can be had from Owen at (087) 2931964, Maura at (087) 7957997, Mary at (087) 9232327, and also from Kitty Kelly, Michael Maloney or May Heneghan, all Tourmakeady.
Winners
Well done to John and Sarah Power and M. and V. Creggs who were the latest winners of Partry bonus residence bonus number.
Residents’ association Mass
Partry Residents’ Association is erecting a stone in Tooreen, Partry, on the site where Monsignor James Horan was born. Mass will be in the church at 10 a.m. on June 9, followed by the blessing of his birthplace marked by an engraved stone. Refreshments will be served afterwards. It is hoped there will be a large turnout.
Birthday
Congratulations to Martin Morrin, son of Michael and Emer, Trianlair, Tourmakeady, who celebrated his 21st birthday recently. Martin is a brother of Aoife and Michael Paul, and grandson of Irene Morrin, Ballybannon, and Peggy and John K. Byrne, Partry. He is a member of Partry Athletic FC.
Sympathy
Sincere sympathy is extended to J.J. and Kathleen Feerick, Liskillen, Ballinrobe, on the death of J.J.’s mother, Mrs. Mary Feerick. She was mother-in-law of Kathleen, formerly Kathleen Lally, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady.
Tourmakeady Family Bike Ride starting and finishing at Halla Tourmakeady, Tourmakeady on Sunday June 16 at 3pm. All are welcome. Light refreshments
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday July 28th starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. For more information visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Hip Hop Thursdays in the hall at 5.30pm
Knitting Circle Mondays children 6.00pm adults 7.30pm.
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5pm
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free Tourmakeady is taking part in the 2013 Mayo Litter Action League. It is a competition open to Community Groups in all towns and villages in County Mayo. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help and to get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Michael & Mary Cox and Brendan Byrne winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 18. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt (Rinne mé é - Maratón 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013) for the first 125 entrants. Register now www.runireland.com
Thank you to all those from home and abroad who supported the Gathering Ireland 2013. It was a very busy three days in Tourmakeady. We are grateful to the caterers, the sound, the band, the dancers, the bar, the barbeque, the disco, the bouncey castle, the flowers, the video and photographer, the many who helped with the traditional demonstrations and to Marie Luke's. We would like to thank the Tourmakeady Employment Schemes that helped to make the Gathering Ireland 2013 such a great success. We appreciate very much your help and support now and during the year. Thank you to the local media, Father Kenny for giving us so much newsletter space, Raidió na Gaeltachta, Midwest radio, the radio station in Chicago, international newspapers, Irish clubs worldwide, the social media and word of mouth in the USA, UK, Australia, and New Zealand - it all worked for the Tourmakeady Gathering Ireland 2013. Finally thank you to our sponsors Údarás na Gaeltachta, Mayo County Council, Fíor Uisce and O'Toole's. Thank you to everyone who worked behind the scenes our MC on the Friday night and Éamon Ó Cuív T.D. who joined us for part of the evening.
Table quiz
ON Friday night next, June 7, a big fundraising table quiz in aid of the underage players at Partry Athletic FC will take place in the Lough Inn starting at 9.30 p.m., with great prizes for all the winners. Raffle prizes will be welcomed by any member of the club committee. Full support by all the community would be appreciated by the players of the future.
The Gathering
Tickets are selling fast for the Gaeltarra Knitwear Gathering on Friday, August 23, at Hotel Westport. Mass will be celebrated in Tourmakeady at 6 p.m. on the evening for all deceased members.
The night is open to all workers and their partners. Tickets can be had from Owen at (087) 2931964, Maura at (087) 7957997, Mary at (087) 9232327, and also from Kitty Kelly, Michael Maloney or May Heneghan, all Tourmakeady.
Winners
Well done to John and Sarah Power and M. and V. Creggs who were the latest winners of Partry bonus residence bonus number.
Residents’ association Mass
Partry Residents’ Association is erecting a stone in Tooreen, Partry, on the site where Monsignor James Horan was born. Mass will be in the church at 10 a.m. on June 9, followed by the blessing of his birthplace marked by an engraved stone. Refreshments will be served afterwards. It is hoped there will be a large turnout.
Birthday
Congratulations to Martin Morrin, son of Michael and Emer, Trianlair, Tourmakeady, who celebrated his 21st birthday recently. Martin is a brother of Aoife and Michael Paul, and grandson of Irene Morrin, Ballybannon, and Peggy and John K. Byrne, Partry. He is a member of Partry Athletic FC.
Sympathy
Sincere sympathy is extended to J.J. and Kathleen Feerick, Liskillen, Ballinrobe, on the death of J.J.’s mother, Mrs. Mary Feerick. She was mother-in-law of Kathleen, formerly Kathleen Lally, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady.
Week ending June 2nd 2013
Active Walking - Mayo in Motion - starts again this Wednesday June 5 at 7.30pm meeting at Tourmakeady Hall.
Tourmakeady Family Bike Ride starting and finishing at Halla Tourmakeady, Tourmakeady on Sunday June 16 at 3pm. All are welcome. Light refreshments
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday July 28th starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. For more information visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Hip Hop Thursdays in the hall at 5.30pm
Knitting Circle No knitting this Bank Holiday Monday
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5pm
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free Tourmakeady is taking part in the 2013 Mayo Litter Action League. It is a competition open to Community Groups in all towns and villages in County Mayo. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help and to get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Richard & Margaret Holmes and the Bun Club winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 43. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt (Rinne mé é - Maratón 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013) for the first 125 entrants Register now www.runireland.com
Don’t miss this - Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Gathering Ireland 2013 – Join in community activities Saturday June 1st evening entertainment at Marie Luke’s. Sunday 2nd June Mass at 11.30am then a Community Open Day in Tourmakeady Hall starting at 2pm with demonstrations of past traditional activities such as butter making, traditional bread, carding and spinning, knitting and crochet, patchwork, basket making, woodturning, memorabilia, barbeque and bouncy castle. If anyone wants a table to promote their produce they are welcome - free of charge. Contact eolas@tourmakeady.com or committee members Sally Gibbons, Bridie Grant, Carmel Shoevlin, Deirdre Cavanagh or Kenneth Gibbons- 00 353 (0) 877761490 or 00353 (0)94 9544295.
Knitting Circle If anyone would like to join us on the Knitting stand at the Community Open Day on Sunday afternoon in the hall come along and bring your knitting or crochet.
Tourmakeady GAA lotto
ON May 18, the numbers drawn in the Tourmakeady GAA lotto were 2, 10, 13 and 27. The consolation winners were Ollie Fallon, Offaly, Colette Conroy, The Village Inn, Pat Staunton, Cappaduff, and John Hession and Tim Foley, Partry.
Tickets are on sale in all the usual outlets in the parish.
Croagh Patrick challenge
Best of luck to Edel Ward of The Lough Inn, Partry, who is doing the Croagh Patrick seven day climb for autism this week. All possible support, donations and help are requested for this worthy cause. All donations, big or small, can be given into The Lough Inn Party, or telephone (094) 9543016 for further information.
Bereavement
It is with deep regret that we record the death in Chicago, USA, on Saturday, May 18, of Michael Lally, in his 56th year, following an illness. Michael was the son of Julia Lally and the late Michael Lally (Reilly), Derryveeney, Tourmakeady. He loved to visit home regularly with his wife Mary Jo and family. He was a great man in Chicago to numerous emigrants who left Tourmakeady to settle in the windy city. Michael was laid to rest on Wednesday following. Mass in Chicago. He is survived by his wife Mary Jo, daughter Annie, sons Michael and Patrick, mother Julia Lally, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady, mother-in-law Katie Heneghan, USA, brothers Sean, Mattie, Tommy Joe and Eamonn, all Chicago, sisters Mary Carroll and Ellen Rice, both Chicago, Noreen Hughes, Tourmakeady, Kathleen Feerick and Siobhan Jennings, both Ballinrobe. Also sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and a large circle of cousins. Michael was nephew of Mary Gibbons, Waterfall Cottage, Tourmakeady.
May his soul rest in peace.
Tourmakeady Family Bike Ride starting and finishing at Halla Tourmakeady, Tourmakeady on Sunday June 16 at 3pm. All are welcome. Light refreshments
Tourmakeady Annual Agricultural Show The Tourmakeady 16th Annual Agricultural Show will be held this year on Sunday July 28th starting 12 noon at the GAA Pitch. It is a great day out for all the family with plenty of activities. For more information visit the community website www.Tourmakeady.com
Ongoing Activities in Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Hip Hop Thursdays in the hall at 5.30pm
Knitting Circle No knitting this Bank Holiday Monday
Club Sóisialta Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (formerly Over 60’s) Thursdays 2pm – 5pm
Keep Tourmakeady Litter Free Tourmakeady is taking part in the 2013 Mayo Litter Action League. It is a competition open to Community Groups in all towns and villages in County Mayo. Please help keep Tourmakeady litter free and let us all take a pride in our lovely village and keep it clean and tidy. If you would like to help and to get involved with this initiative please call us 094 95 44295.
Bonus number the winners of the Tourmakeady Hall bonus number draw are Richard & Margaret Holmes and the Bun Club winners receive €100 each for having bonus number 43. Thank you for your support.
Tourmakeady 10k Mini Marathon will take place this year Saturday 3rd August 1.00pm in Tourmakeady. Free inscribed Tourmakeady Tee Shirt (Rinne mé é - Maratón 10K Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 2013) for the first 125 entrants Register now www.runireland.com
Don’t miss this - Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Gathering Ireland 2013 – Join in community activities Saturday June 1st evening entertainment at Marie Luke’s. Sunday 2nd June Mass at 11.30am then a Community Open Day in Tourmakeady Hall starting at 2pm with demonstrations of past traditional activities such as butter making, traditional bread, carding and spinning, knitting and crochet, patchwork, basket making, woodturning, memorabilia, barbeque and bouncy castle. If anyone wants a table to promote their produce they are welcome - free of charge. Contact eolas@tourmakeady.com or committee members Sally Gibbons, Bridie Grant, Carmel Shoevlin, Deirdre Cavanagh or Kenneth Gibbons- 00 353 (0) 877761490 or 00353 (0)94 9544295.
Knitting Circle If anyone would like to join us on the Knitting stand at the Community Open Day on Sunday afternoon in the hall come along and bring your knitting or crochet.
Tourmakeady GAA lotto
ON May 18, the numbers drawn in the Tourmakeady GAA lotto were 2, 10, 13 and 27. The consolation winners were Ollie Fallon, Offaly, Colette Conroy, The Village Inn, Pat Staunton, Cappaduff, and John Hession and Tim Foley, Partry.
Tickets are on sale in all the usual outlets in the parish.
Croagh Patrick challenge
Best of luck to Edel Ward of The Lough Inn, Partry, who is doing the Croagh Patrick seven day climb for autism this week. All possible support, donations and help are requested for this worthy cause. All donations, big or small, can be given into The Lough Inn Party, or telephone (094) 9543016 for further information.
Bereavement
It is with deep regret that we record the death in Chicago, USA, on Saturday, May 18, of Michael Lally, in his 56th year, following an illness. Michael was the son of Julia Lally and the late Michael Lally (Reilly), Derryveeney, Tourmakeady. He loved to visit home regularly with his wife Mary Jo and family. He was a great man in Chicago to numerous emigrants who left Tourmakeady to settle in the windy city. Michael was laid to rest on Wednesday following. Mass in Chicago. He is survived by his wife Mary Jo, daughter Annie, sons Michael and Patrick, mother Julia Lally, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady, mother-in-law Katie Heneghan, USA, brothers Sean, Mattie, Tommy Joe and Eamonn, all Chicago, sisters Mary Carroll and Ellen Rice, both Chicago, Noreen Hughes, Tourmakeady, Kathleen Feerick and Siobhan Jennings, both Ballinrobe. Also sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and a large circle of cousins. Michael was nephew of Mary Gibbons, Waterfall Cottage, Tourmakeady.
May his soul rest in peace.
