Gurteen
RECENT DEATHS
THE death took place at Oakwood Nursing Home, Ballaghaderren on December 29 of Seán Golden, Drumacoo, Ballaghaderreen. He was husband of Brid, who was a teacher in Annaghmore NS, Gurteen for many years His remains reposed at Kilgarriff’s Funeral Home on Saturday evening with removal to St Aiden’s Church Monasteraden. Mass of the Resurrection was celebrated on Sunday afternoon and burial took place in Kilcolman Cemetery, Ballaghaderreen. Sincere sympathy is extended to his wife Brid, his daughter Fina, son Brian, daughter – in-law Claire, grandsons Barry and Ross, sister Una, sisters-in-law, brothers – in-law, nephews, nieces neighbours relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
THE death took place unexpectedly on January 6 of Anthony Walsh, Riverside Sligo. He was brother of Geraldine Redican, Boyle Road, Gurteen and this is the second bereavement for the family as their mother passed away on December 21Sincere sympathy is extended to Geraldine, Adrian and family and to all the family and friends at this sad time. May they both rest in peace.
BAPTISED
Welcomed in the Sacrament of baptism on last Saturday, January 6, in St Patrick’s Church, Gurteen was Joseph Gerald McCormack, son of Tara (Murray) and Aiden McCormack.
WEDDING BELLS
Congratulations and best wishes to Laura McGovern, Mount Irwin and Patrick Hanrick, Wexford, who were married on December 29 in Killavil Church.
FUNDRAISING CONCERT
The Coleman Music Centre, Gurteen will host its annual fundraising concert on Saturday, January 20, at 8.30 p.m. and what a line-up of acts there are in store this year: Ceoltoiri Coleman – Junior Davey – Michael Hurley, PJ Hernon Fiona Doherty John Dwyer, Cliodhna Henry, Niamh McGloin and dancer Laura Ganley will be performing and special guests will include Carmel Gunning Oisin MacDiarmada – Samantha Harvey – Daithi Gormerly – Kerrie Herrity – John and Joanne Devanney and Liam, Ciaran and Eilish Needham.
Last year was a complete sell out and there is no doubt that this year will be the same. There is an outstanding line of acts with a variety of well renowned musicians. This show will sell out quickly so book your tickets now at 071 9182599 or colemanirishmusic. com. Tickets €12. Support would be greatly appreciated and all proceeds go to the upkeep of the centre.
YOGA CLASS
Yoga classes with Theresa Kearney in Gurteen Hall starting to night Monday, January 15, from 6, 30 to 7.30 for six weeks. To book a place phone Mary at 086 8608587.
DANCING RESUMES
The Fahy School of dancing registered under the rules of An Comhdháil resumed the class in Ceolaras Coleman on Saturday, January 13, 9.30 to 12.30. New Beginners are welcome. Also, pre-school children catered for. Beginners welcome at any time during these hours. Enquiries 087 3205484.
SOCIAL DANCING
Social dancing continues every Thursday night in the Coleman Centre, Gurteen at 9 p.m. All dances catered for – for more information contact Chris at 086 8474744. nieces and many relatives and friends, all to whom sympathy is extended. May he rest in peace.
PADDY HUNT R.I.P.
The death occurred on Christmas Day of Patrick (Paddy Joe) Hunt, late of Chaffpool, Tubbercurry. In his late 80’s, Paddy Joe was well known, not alone locally, but throughout Ireland.
A native of Chaffpool, Paddy farmed throughout his life both at Chaffpool and near Lough Talt. He also worked for many years as a sales man for Pearson milking machines since the 1950s, when simple bucket plant machines gradually replaced the old style hand milking. Pearson’s equipment was well respected, and Paddy had the gift of talk to close deals with farmers throughout Ireland.
As milking equipment improved, Paddy was able to update and replace for his loyal customers. He was also an able horseman and had a talent for spotting quality horses when doing his rounds on dairy farms. Pearson’s were based in Co. Kildare, the home of horses, so he was ideally located to hear of good hunting horses which he bought, sold and bred. Paddy was active till shortly before his death.
His remains reposed at the Morahan Funeral Home and burial took place in Achonry Cemetery. Paddy is survived by his wife Mary, sons, Paraic, Eugene and Kieran, in-laws, and relatives, all to whom sympathy is extended. May he rest in peace.
JOHN O’CONNOR R.I.P.
The recent death occurred of John O’Connor, late of Masshill, Cloonacool. Age 92, John was an easy going, yet hardworking man who knew how to balance the joy of life with working. It is said he was never brought to hospital as a patient till a few days before his death.
Living in a neat cottage along the side of the road deep in the Ox Mountains near Lough Easkey, John farmed the hills of Masshill all his life. He was a keen sheep farmer and cut turf with the slane till he was nearly 90 years old. The fresh air, mountain walks and a basic water supply from nature could have been his recipe for a long and healthy life.
When he turned 90, his friends and relatives threw a birthday party for him in Cloonacool, an event he enjoyed thoroughly. He was also driving his car till his late 80’s, and after he stopped driving his good neighbours in Masshill ensured he still got out and about.
John’s remains reposed at the Morahan funeral home where his many friends and acquaintances called to pay their last respects to a quiet, humble and unique man. He is survived by many cousins and friends, all to whom sympathy is extended. Burial took place in Cloonacool Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
SEÁN BRETT R.I.P.
The death occurred on January 1 last of Seán Brett, late of Gowlaun, Rooskey at St Attracta’s Nursing Home, Charlestown. Seán was a native of Carnagopple, Tubbercurry, but emigrated like a lot of his generation to England in the early 1950s in search of work. After spending his working life in England, Seán returned to Ireland and purchased a retirement home in Gowlaun, a place he came to love. His family loved to visit as did his grandchildren, and Seán always enjoyed their visits. In recent times, he was cared for in St Attracta’s Nursing Home.
His remains reposed at St Theresa’s funeral home, Curry, and burial took place in Rhue Cemetery, not far from his native home. Seán is survived by sons, Paul, Seán and Michael, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces and relatives, all to whom sympathy is extended. May he rest in peace.
EVELYN HUNT R.I.P.
The recent death occurred of Evelyn Hunt (née Gilmartin), late of Ballinvalley, Achonry, Lavagh. In her late 80’s, Evelyn was a native of Gleann, Riverstown, but moved to Achonry over 50 years ago when she married her late husband, Frank. Evelyn became part of the wider Achonry community and was always on hand to lend help when needed. She was a keen card player, and always enjoyed her game of 25.
Evelyn’s remains reposed at the Morahan funeral home prior to removal to the Church of the Sacred Heart, Mullinabreena. Burial took place in Court Abbey Cemetery. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Barrett (Lavagh), Margaret (Trim), and Ann (San Francisco), in-laws, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends, al to whom sympathy is extended. May she rest in peace.
OCTOGENARIANS
Local men who recently celebrated their 80th birthday recently include, Charlie Faul, Paraic Kennedy and Luke Kilcoyne. All were school classmates in the old primary school in Tubbercurry in the mid 1940s before making names and careers for themselves.
Charlie is a singer of note and still trains greyhounds. Luke also made a name for himself in the greyhound and GAA world, while Paraic has been a golfer and golf administrator for over 50 years in Tubbercurry and Enniscrone Golf Clubs. All three are still fully active and looking only half their age, so consultations with them on their secrets of life is advisable.
PARENTING YOUR TEEN
Parenting Northern Ireland has developed a breakthrough programme for parents of teenagers which has been proven to be one of the most effective in the UK This programme is now being offered in Sligo. It is ideal for parents of young people aged 12 to 18 years old and sessions cover issues such as parenting styles, teen development, self-esteem, rules and consequences, conflict and problem solving.
Tubbercurry Family Resource Centre will be rolling out the Odyssey programme in late January 2018. For further information and to register your interest contact Mary at 071 9186926. The programme will run subject to numbers.
CORRESPONDENT
Email Roger McCarrick – tubbercurrynotes@eircom.net.