EILEEN O’CONNOR
We lost our oldest parishioner during the week. Eileen O’Connor (nee Wall). Eileen lived in the heart of the village beside her good friend, Philly Fahey. Eileen was in her 100th year and would have celebrated her hundred birthday in April. She was married to the late Christy O’Connor of Boytonrath, New Inn and when Christy passed away some years ago, Eily moved to the village. She is survived by her three daughters and predeceased by her sons Brendan and John who passed away just before Christmas.
Our deepest condolences go out to her daughters Eileen, Deirdre and Marie, her extended family, and all those who knew and loved Eileen. Her spirit and vivacity were a beacon of light in our parish, and her absence will be deeply felt. Eileen was a great character in the village, and she always had a word for everyone.
Her love for card games was well-known, and she was a regular at the Knockgraffon cards every Wednesday evening (right up until Covid), where she was both a fierce competitor and a gracious player.
Eileen was a woman of immense strength and resilience. Her determination to live independently was a testament to her indomitable spirit.
In her 100 years, Eileen touched countless lives and left an indelible mark on our community. Her laughter, her stories, and her kindness will be remembered by all of us who had the privilege of knowing her.
We pray for Eileen and also pray for her family and friends, that they may find comfort and peace in their memories of Eileen.
Rest in peace, dear Eileen. You will always be remembered in our hearts and prayers.
Pictured here enjoying themselves at the annual Parish Links Xmas party in the New Inn Community Centre back in 2018 were Eileen O’Connor, New Inn, Mary Meehan, Chamberlainstown and Mary Flynn, New Inn. These ladies were all over ninety years young at the time ! This is a very poignant photo as all three ladies have passed away since it was taken. Eileen was the last to go to her eternal rest. May they rest in peace.
AFTERNOON TEA PARTY
The Woman’s group are organising an afternoon tea party in the New Inn Community Centre this Sunday January 28. It is in aid of the Community Centre, Parish Links, Tidy towns, and New Inn Bowls. If any group/individuals are interested in hosting a table, please contact MF Barron ASAP on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512. Your support would be much appreciated! All are welcome!
THE FR MATHEW PLAYERS
are back on the stage rehearsing for the upcoming production of The Playboy of The Western World- The Curtain will rise on Wednesday February 21st and run until Sunday February 25th nightly at 8pm. A talented cast of familiar and new faces will perform this JM Synge play. Tickets go on sale soon, Check out our Social media for behind the scenes photos and updates.
SINCERE SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to Keith and Martina Pyke (nee Ryan) Hymenstown on the passing of Keith’s mother Lily. The death has occurred of Elizabeth (Lily) Pyke (nee Heaphy), Elm Park, Clonmel and formerly Coalbrook, Ballingarry, Co Tipperary. Lily passed away peacefully at Tipperary University Hospital on Tuesday morning surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife and mother she will be sadly missed by her husband Paddy, sons Keith and Dominic, grandchildren Grayson and Braylen, sisters Margaret (Peg) Ryan and Bridget Hayes, daughters-in-law Martina and Chloe, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.
LOTTO
Lotto Results from Saturday January 20. Nos 03, 06, 23 & 30. No Winner (s). Lucky dips x 4: – Patricia Bradley, Sarah Shortiss, Liam Harty and Michael Barrett entered into January monthly draw for €500 on February 3. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers x 3 and Phil Ryan entered into the monthly draw for €100 on February 3. This week’s Jackpot €12,400. Thank you for your continued support.
ENROLMENT
Scoil Mhuire Gan Smál, New Inn is now accepting enrolments for September 2024. If you would like to enrol your child, download an enrolment form from our website – www. newinngirlsschool.ie or email the school – [email protected] to request a form. Closing date is Friday February 2, 2024. Forms may be returned by email or by post.
KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS
Winners on Wednesday January 17 with 14 games were Willie Crosse / Pat O’Rourke and in second place with 12 games were John Cooney/Liam Harty. Table prizes to Joe Murphy / PJ Boland and Phil O’Connor / Cathy O’Gorman. Knockgraffon card committee would like to extend its heartfelt sympathies to the family of the late Eileen O’Connor, New Inn. Eileen was a stalwart of the cards here in Knockgraffon. She loved her game of cards and will be sorely missed. May she rest in peace.
ROCKWELL ROVERS
The Senior AGM took place in the New Inn Community Centre last Sunday January 21. This was a well-attended meeting and Chairman John Hally welcomed everyone. The following officers were either returned or elected on the day. Life Presidents: Andy O’Dwyer, Philly Heaney, Andy Moloney and Walter O’Donnell. President: Jimmy Looby, Chairman John: Halley, Vice Chair: Tommy Buckley, Secretary: Elaine Cummins (new), Asst Secretary: Fran Stafford (new), Treasurer: Mary Newman, Asst Treasurer: Pete Farrell, PRO: TBC. Health & Wellbeing: Martina Durkan, Registrar: Cathy Fitzgerald, School Liaison Officer: Kieran Durkan, Children’s Officer: Anita O’Dwyer. Development Chairperson: Adrian O’Dwyer, Irish Culture & Language: Lorraine Farrell, Coaching Officer: Barry Shortall, West Board Delegates: John Hally, Kieran Durkan and Jerry Ryan, County Football Delegate: Kevin Barron, County Hurling Delegate: TBC. Intermediate football & Junior A hurling management (new): Manager: Niall Kelly Selectors: Donal Moloney, Adrian O’Dwyer, Mattie Cummins, Jerry Ryan. S & C: Richie Crowe. U19: Mattie Cummins, U21: Alan Moloney Junior B: Mickey Barron & Robbie O’Donnell.
Thanks to outgoing secretary Geraldine Cleary for all her work and endeavours. Also, thanks to incoming secretary Elaine Cummins for her dedicated service of six years to the Juvenile Club. We wish Elaine and Fran Stafford the very best in their new roles as secretary of the Senior and Juvenile clubs respectively. The club would also like to thank the outgoing senior management team of Stephen Quirke, Tommy Flynn, Dermot O’Brien, Jerry Ryan and Padraig O’Connor (S&C). We appreciate the commitment and hard work they have all put in over the years. The Adjourned meeting will take place on Thursday February 1. From the Lotto point of view the club would like to thank Ml Purcell, The Shop, both publicans, MF Barron and Ollie’s Bar, sponsors of lotto tickets, Cahir House Hotel and all the sellers who sell lotto tickets week in week out. Also many thanks to Eoin Shine, electrician and Paul Lonergan, field maintenance for their hard work. Sincere sympathies were extended to families who lost loved ones.
Pictured here is outgoing secretary of Rockwell Rovers, Geraldine Cleary receiving a token of appreciation from Chairman John Hally at the club’s recent AGM. A big thank you to Geraldine for all her hard work and endeavours with the club.
Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2024
Pictured here are Lillian Quinn, Maeve Carroll, and Tori Kirwan, Cashel Community School, Tipperary at the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2024 in the RDS Dublin recently. Congratulations to the girls who came 2nd in the Senior Group award in the Biological and Ecological Sciences Category for their project “HURRY UP AND LEAF”- an investigation of accelerating decomposition of leaves on a lawn”. Well done girls!
