BALLYLONGFORD
BINGO
Ballylongford Bingo Fundraiser in the Parish Hall on Saturday 16th of February after 7pm mass. All are very welcome.
BEREAVEMENT
The Community was again immersed in sorrow last week on the learning of the sad passing of so many people either living or having connections in the community: On Wednesday 30th January we learned of the passing of Noreen Lavery (née Moriarty) R.I.P. of Ballyline and Oaklands Nursing Home our deepest sympathies are extended to her daughters Mary and Kay, sons Patsy and Jerry, sisters, brothers, in laws, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Removal took place on Thursday 31st Jan. from Lyons Funeral Home, to St. Michael of the Archangel Church, Ballylongford. Requiem Mass was on Friday morning at 11am. Burial afterwards in Ahavallen Cemetery, Ballylongford. May she Rest In Peace.
Also on Wednesday Jan 30th we learned of the sad passing of Caroline Fitzell R.I.P. daughter of John and Hannah of Asdee East who died peacefully at K.U.H. to her heartbroken parents, aunts and uncles, cousins, relatives, neighbours and many friends. We express our deepest sympathies. Caroline’s remains lay in repose at her residence with removal from her residence on Saturday 2nd Feb to St. Mary’s Church, Asdee for Requiem Mass at 11 a.m. Burial took place afterwards in Ahavallen Cemetery, Ballylongford. May she Rest In Peace. Also during the past week we learned of the passing of Marie Lyder (née O’ Carroll) R.I.P. Darty, Dublin and late of Bridge Street, Ballylongford who died at St Vincents Hospital, Dublin on January 21st last. Our Deepest sympathies are extended to Sheila O’ Carroll and Family at this time. A Private Funeral and cremation has taken place in Dublin. May She Rest In Peace.
Then on Saturday last February 2nd we sadly learned of the passing of Tom Moran, R.I.P. Doon East, Ballybunion & John Street, Dingle. Tom was very well known and highly respected in the Community as he made many dear friends here over the years. He met the love of his life Hannah (née Heaphy) of Main Street, Ballylongford in England many years ago. They returned home with their family to over two decades ago and ran a business in Tarbert for a period before retiring to Ballybunion. A very jolly man he enjoyed all sports particularly Football, Soccer and Horse Racing and loved to meet and chat with people. Tom died peacefully in the wonderful care of the Palliative Care Unit UHK. He is pre-deceased by his late sister Greta R.I.P. and is survived by his beloved wife Hannah, son Thomas, daughters Ann (Well Street) & Jennifer. grandchildren Linda, Amanda, Kealan, Ruby, Crystal & Hazel and by his great-grandchildren Darragh & Harley Harper. Tom will be sadly missed by his sisters Bridie, Ann and Mary, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law, extended family & wide circle of friends to whom we extend our deepest sympathies. His body lay in repose at his home in Doon East, Ballybunion last Monday afternoon with Removal from his residence on Tuesday morning to St Michael of the Archangel Church, Ballylongford, arriving prior to 11am Requiem Mass. Funeral followed by burial afterwards in Relig Mhichil Cemetery, Old School Road, Ballylongford. Ar dheis dea go raibh a ainm dilise.
Sincerest Sympathy is also extended to Marie, Tim and Justin Kennelly Lenamore and all the Reidy Family of Glin on the sad passing of Maries father Kevin Reidy R.I.P. of Kilfergus, Glin who died on Friday February 1st last. May he Rest In Peace.
CHURCH NOTICES
The following are the Notices for St Michael of the Archangel for this coming week: Reader’s for Saturday 9th February: Martin Murphy. Sunday 10th February: Pádraig Ó Concubhair. Church & Sanctuary: Mags O Sullivan and Eilish O Hanlon. Eucharistic Ministers for February Saturday Vigil Mass 7.00pm: Tom Moriarty, Ann O Carroll, Breda Walsh. Sunday 10.30am: Deirdre O Neill and Eric O Neill. Counters for February: Paula Falvey and Eric O Neill. Altar Servers for February: Saturday 7.00pm: Eimear O Shea and, Ella Flavin. Sunday 10.30am: Abbie & Hannah Collins, Clodagh Heaphy and Amy Dunlea. Parish Office: The Parish Office at the Presbytery will be open on Wednesday from 9am -1pm & on Friday 9am - 1pm; Bookings for Marriages, Masses, Anniversaries, Baptisms etc can be done during these office hours. A Second Collection will be taken up at all masses next weekend 9th/10th Feb in aid of Lourdes Helpers Fund. Your support would be greatly appreciated. First Friday Calls: Tarbert on this Wednesday 6th Feb; Asdee & Ballylongford on this Thursday 7th Feb.
ASDEE ACTIVE RETIRED:
Fundraising tea dance in aid of the Bothar Project will take place on Sun. Feb. 10th in the Asdee Community Centre from 2.30pm to 5.30pm. Refreshments and raffle on the day. Please come along and support this very worthy cause.
AFTERNOON TEA
Castle View Café at Kerry Writers’ Museum is hosting St. Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea on Thursday February 14th from 2 to 4 pm. The event will include a Prosecco reception, a selection of finely cut sandwiches, freshly baked scones and a mouth-watering range of pastries accompanied by a selection of teas. Entertainment will feature a piano recital. Tickets are €20 and can be booked by phoning 068 22212 or emailing info@kerrywritersmuseum.
The Senior Citizens Annual Social will be held at the Dingle Skellig Hotel on Sunday February, 17th. 2019. Dinner and Refreshments served. Music by Noreen Ashe. Ticéidí - E22.00. Fáilte roimh gach éinne. Everyone welcome.
CAMP JUNIOR SOCCER
Join Camp Juniors’ sponsored walk on Sunday 17th of February !Camp Juniors are organising a scenic challenge for walkers who wish to enjoy the beauty of Mount Brandon on Sunday 17th of February. All enthusiasts are welcome to join us and meet at Faha car park at 11.30 am for a climb of Mount Brandon, weather permitting. If the weather does not allow to go to the top, then the Sauce Creek loop will be walked as an alternative (3 hrs Halla Le cheile - Sauce - Brandon Point & back to Halla).
The walk will be guided by experienced walkers to make it a great event for the whole family. Warm attire, walking boots and a small backpack with light food and drink are recommended. Guest walkers are very welcome and donations gratefully received. All donations will go towards participation in the 2019 Blackpool tournament by Camp Juniors U11 boys. Why not join us on what promises to be a great day in the outdoors ! Regards, Camp Juniors. For more info contact 087 9249531 or 087 9961007
MÍLE BUÍOCHAS
Frances O Connor wishes to thank all those who supported the recent Table Quiz held in Ashes Bar, Camp in aid of St. Mary of the Angels, Beaufort. Grateful thanks to all those who gave donations and raffle prizes and all those who attended on the night. Thanks to Thomas Ashe, Ashes Bar and staff who hosted the event. And thanks and well done to Sean Barry, Quizmaster and to pat Moore his assistant and Christy Deane who provided the sound system. Congratulations to Frances on organising a wonderful