OULART& THEBALLAGH
BEREAVEMENT
The sympathy of the community is extended to the relatives and friends of the late Jack Fortune, Glentire Heights, The Ballagh, who passed to his eternal reward on January 2.
He was pre-deceased by his loving parents Jim and Anne and is sadly mourned by his brothers Jimmy, Peter and Willie and his sister Bridget, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. His funeral took place on Tuesday, January 5. Ar dheis lámh Dé go raibh a anam.
SYMPATHY
Heartfelt sympathy is extend
ed to Aidan, Paul, Gerard and Helen Finn and Edel Nolan and their families on the recent death of their uncle, Very Rev Noel Canon Hartley, who passed away on New Year’s Day at Knockeen Nursing Home, Barntown.
The late Fr Hartley served in Boolavogue, Caim, Wexford Town, Adamstown and Kilmuckridge before retiring in 2000. He was laid to rest in Kilmuckridge.
Fr Hartley was a hard-working, dedicated pastor who was innovative, encouraging and compassionate and he will be fondly remembered by all who were privileged to have known him. Solas na bhFlaitheas dá anam dílis.
IRELAND’S FITTEST FAMILY
Best of luck to the Cullen Family – Thomas, Patrick, James and Katie – who are competing in this year’s Irelands Fittest family. Thomas was a member of the Oulart-The Ballagh senior hurling team that won the Co. championships in 1994 and1995. Thomas’s father Willie represented Oulart-The Ballagh in junior, intermediate and senior hurling as well as being a noted boxer. The TV programme is on RTÉ one on Sundays at 6.30 p.m.
LOCAL NOTES
The purpose of the Notes is to keep locals informed of happenings in the parish area and this can only be achieved successfully with your permission and co-operation. Clubs, organisations and individuals who want coverage of their activities and successes etc are reminded that the deadline for Notes is Thursdays at 8 p.m. Phone, text (086 1686978) or email mickjacobjr@ yahoo.co.uk.
GAA CLUB LOTTO
Oulart-The Ballagh GAA Club lotto draw has been suspended due to the latest Covid-19 Level 5 restrictions. All online subscribers who have paid will be entered in the next draw. Thank you for your support in 2020 and the club looks forward to your continued support in 2021.
IRELAND LIGHTS UP
Our GAA club has registered for Ireland Lights Up 2021. The walking track can be booked by individuals/family groups using the Get Ireland Walking App. The ‘Keep Well’ campaign aims to support communities and individuals to mind their mental and physical health over the coming months.
GET WELL WISHES
Best wishes for a speedy return to full health to all members of the community who are sick or unwell at home or in hospital. They are in our thoughts and prayers.
The commencement of the Covid-19 vaccination programme offers great hope to the more vulnerable and elderly members of the community and it behoves us all to adhere to the regulations and severe restrictions that have recently been announced.