Local Notes: Tractors/motor run family day, children's camps and school success
Zoe Kerrane, Amy Sharkey and the Beirne sisters at the recent re-opening of Creaton's Bar in Ballaghaderreen by Lorraine O'Grady and Sheila McGullion. Pic: Breda Durr
The Cornerstone, Frenchpark will be having a bake sale on Friday, June 20th from 10 a.m.. All money will go directly to the IHF. There will be a demonstration of how to use a defibrillator. There will also be blood pressure and pulse checks with one of the IHF nurses.
The annual church gate collection in aid of the assisted pilgrim section of the diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place on Saturday, June 21st and Sunday, June 22nd at all churches in County Roscommon. This year 35 assisted pilgrims from the diocese will travel to Lourdes and all monies collected at church gates will be used to help defray the costs of this section of the pilgrimage. Please support this very worthy cause.
On this Wednesday, June 18th at 11 a.m., the Cornerstone Frenchpark will be streaming an information session on 'Planning your Future' from Citizens Information, Roscommon County Council and the Age Friendly Alliance. The first session will talk about state pensions and entitlements in retirement. For further information, contact The Cornerstone, Frenchpark on 094-9870340.
Come along to the first motor showcase in aid of Tibohine NS & Crumlin Children’s Hospital. Tractors/Motor Run, tea and refreshments, children’s entertainment to include a John Deere bouncy castle, alpacas, face-painting and more. Please mark your calendars and join all at Tibohine Community Centre on Sunday, June 22nd next. Vehicle registration from 8 a.m.. Children’s entertainment begins at 11 a.m.. Tractor Run to start at 1.30 p.m..
Olivia will be in attendance at the Community Centre in Tibohine for Summer Solstice Yoga on this Thursday, June 19th from 8 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.. For further details contact 085-1971372.
The death occurred peacefully of Mr John Carroll, Buckhill, Fairymount on Tuesday, June 10th last at Roscommon Hospice. In his 80th year, he was predeceased by his parents, Tom and Bridget and his brother, Eamonn. He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife, Mary; sons, John and Joseph; grandchildren, Joseph’s partner, Emma, sisters-in-law, Ellie (Cunningham) and Margaret (Neary), extended family, neighbours and friends. His remains were removed from The Sharkey Funeral Home, Ballaghaderreen to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Fairymount on Thursday evening last. Following Mass of the Resurrection, celebrated by the local clergy on Friday, June 13th, the funeral proceeded to Fairymount Old Cemetery.
Mr Jack Cunningham, Callow, Frenchpark passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 8th last at Roscommon Hospice. In his 98th year, he is deeply regretted his loving family, wife, Teresa; son, James; daughter, Geraldine; sister-in-law, Annette; extended family, neighbours and friends. His remains were removed from the Sharkey Funeral Home, Frenchpark to St. Bridget’s Church, Breedogue on Tuesday evening last. Following Requiem Mass on Wednesday, June 11th, interment took place Kilnamanagh New Cemetery.
Pray for the repose of the souls of Mr Paul Doris, Loughglynn (brother of Teresa Higgins Leggatinty, Frenchpark); Mr Tom Callaghan, Rathmoyle, Kilmurray and formerly of Mullen, Frenchpark; Mr Paschal Long, Stoneyford, Kilkenny and Mr Patsy Burke Lisnaskea, County Fermanagh and formerly of St Patrick’s Street, Castlerea. May they rest in peace CHURCH NEWS Masses will be held in Tibohine at 7 p.m. on Tuesday (17th); in Frenchpark at 7 p.m. on Thursday (19th); in Ballinagare at 7 p.m. on Friday (20th); in Tibohine at 7 p.m. and Ballinagare at 8.30 p.m. on Saturday (21st) and in Frenchpark at 10 a.m. and Fairymount at 11.30 a.m. on Sunday, June 22nd.
Popular priest, Canon Liam Devine, will mark the 55th anniversary of his ordination by celebrating Mass in Kilmurry Church on this Friday, June 20th at 8 p.m.. Afterwards in Kilmurry Hall, refreshments will be served with music by Jimmy Kearney. Following a long and active service, Canon Devine formally retired from the priesthood in 2022 and has been living in Kilmurry. All are welcome.
Western Gaels held its weekly lottery draw on Saturday, June 14th last. There was no winner of the jackpot. The numbers drawn were 2, 5, 23 and 27. Cash prize winners (€20 each) were Keith Butler, Lucas Byrne. Patrick Gallagher, Loraine Grady and David Rocke. The next draw (jackpot €3,300) will take place at the clubhouse in Frenchpark on this Saturday, June 21st. Tickets are available on-line through the Clubforce app or from local outlets. Best wishes to the Roscommon minor footballers against Tyrone at the weekend.
Congratulations to Cloonloo NS, winners last week of the small schools’ Cumann na mBunscoil competition.
The death took place at Mayo University Hospital on May 30th of Mrs Philomena Attracta Kelly of Taverane, Cloonloo, Peterborough UK and Knock. She was predeceased by her husband, Maurice. Her remains reposed at the Marian Funeral Home, Knock Saturday going to the Church of John The Baptist for 10.30 a.m. Mass. Burial will take place in Peterborough at a later date. She is survived by her brother, Gerard Kelly; sisters, Ann Higgins and Mary Pannu; nieces and nephews extended family and friends. May she rest in Peace.
The death took place on Monday June 2nd of Mrs Aine Brophy (nee Kelleher), Bray, formerly of Shankill, County Dublin. Daughter of Annie (nee Carberry) Clonsilla and the late Denis Kelleher. Sincere sympathy to her husband, Robert; son, Charlie; sisters Denise, Claire, Sarah and their families. Funeral was on Saturday, June 7th in Shankhill, Dublin.
The death of Mr Tom Feeley took place in San Marcos Texas and the interment of cremains will be after Mass in St. Patrick's Church, Gurteen on Saturday, June 21st. His parents were Tom and Maura of the White House Bar now Roisin Dubh, Gurteen. Sympathy to his wife, Jessica; son, Michael, and wife Miriam, their sons Hugo and Pio, and sister, Ann.
Eastern Harps 50/50 draw held on Monday, June 9th was won by Agnes Perry, Carnacreeva, Keash who won €646. The club is most grateful for all the support each week to assist with the running of the Club.
Gurteen Celtic jackpot of €3,300 was not won on Sunday, June 9th. Numbers drawn were 6, 14 ,22 and 28 and the €50 prize went to Trevor Murray, Gurteen. The committee is most grateful for all support.
Gurteen Community Care’s annual summer outing to Castlecourt, Westport will be on July 10th. Dinner served at 1 p.m. followed by music and dancing, €50 per person and booking is essential. Names by June 20th to Veronica 086-8679173, Paddy 087-7870013, Mary 087-60995579 or to the Gurteen Day Centre.
Children's yoga and mindfulness summer camp will be held in Cloonloo Hall from Monday, June 30th to Thursday, July 3rd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Contact Sarah 083-0618006 email manomaya@outlook.ie. online booking available.
On this Saturday, June 21st the great Brid Harper and Ryan Molloy will perform in concert at the Coleman Music Centre, Gurteen. A night not to be missed- email colemanmusiccentre.com or phone 071-918299 for tickets.
