Stamullen
IN MEMORY.
Alan Bonner of Silverstream Close in Stamullen, who tragically lost his life at the Isle of Man TT Races on June 7th last, will be laid to rest in Moorechurch Cemetery this morning, Tuesday June 20th following Funeral Mass at St. Patrick`s Church in Stamullen village at 11am. Deepest sympathy is extended to his partner Gemma, his daughter Nicole, his mother and father Una & Noel and to his extended family and wide circle of friends.
Blessing of the Graves. The annual Graveyard Mass will be held at St. Patrick`s Cemetery in Stamullen village this coming Friday June 23rd beginning at 7.30pm. Meanwhile the annual Blessing of the Graves at Moorechurch Graveyard will take place on Sunday July 2nd at 11.30am and the Blessing of the Graves at Kilsharvan Graveyard will take place on Friday July14th at 7.30pm.
COFFEE MORNING.
Balloy Farm Stamullen will host a Coffee Morning and Bring & Buy Sale in aid of Down Syndrome Louth & Meath on Tuesday next June 27th from 10am until 2pm. Lots of items on offer at this event, such as plants & flowers, cakes, etc. etc. Any donations of items for this sale will also be gratefully appreciated. For more information contact Clare at 087-6383477.
NEW ARRIVALS.
Congratulations and best wishes to the parents, guardians and extended families of the following children who were recently baptized in the parish. Leo Fitzsimons and Rory Sheridan.
CARLINGFORD TRIP
The local Golden Girls are taking a scenic tour of the beautiful area of Carlingford County Louth on Monday next June 26th. Anyone, from within or indeed without the group will be more than welcome to come on either or both of these planned events and where you will be made feel most welcome and in great company. For further information on the above-mentioned outings, contact Rose at 086-8377033.
FARMERS MARKET.
Sonairte at the Ninch Laytown are currently running a weekly Farmers Market with loads of local produce on offer every Sunday from 11am until 6pm. Organic food, local crafts, arts and some very tasty food is all on offer amidst this particular scenic location overlooking the beautiful Nanny Water.
KNOW YOUR PARISH.
The following advert appeared in the pages of the Drogheda Independent in September 1899. `About 150 Larch, 325 Scotch, 275 Spruce, 55 Ash, 50 Elm, 80 Oak and 85 various, in all, about 1,050 trees. Terms; to be cut down by purchaser and removed within specified time. No timber to be removed until all the purchase money is paid. Timber may be seen and fuller particulars obtained on personal applications to Mr A Watt, Gormanston, or by letter to Viscount Gormanston. The, above-mentioned, Mr. A. Watt, was a loyal servant of the Gormanston Household. He was originally from Ayrshire in Scotland and he, along with his wife, both served three consecutive generations of the Preston family at Gormanston Castle. Both Mr. Watt and his wife are interred in Stamullen cemetery, their graveplot being marked by a fine headstone which was erected by the 15th Viscount Gormanston in the first decade of the 20th century. This fine headstone overlooks the road as you enter the village of Stamullen.