Author: Gillian P. Kelleher

Eansie Twomey, The Bridge, Millstreet – Acknowledgement

Eansie Twomey, The Bridge, Millstreet
who died 13th August 2023
Acknowledgement

As we lovingly remember Eansie, we her family, wish to express our deep gratitude for the kindness and support shown to us on our sad loss of Eansie, our adored mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

They say it takes a community to raise a child, but it also takes a community to support and enhance the lives of our older community members. We especially remember and thank those who stopped to chat with Eansie and admire her beloved companion, Millie.

Friendship and community were of huge importance to Eansie. We wish to thank her long standing friends for a lifetime of friendship and the members of Millstreet Active Retirement Association, Reach Out Cancer Support Group and the Altar Society who contributed so much to Eansie’s quality of life and sense of belonging and allowed her to contribute to her community well into her 80’s.

We express our heartfelt gratitude to all those who cared for Eansie, especially Dr Christine, Dr Liam and the team at Millstreet Medical Centre and Tom and staff at Mulcahy’s Pharmacy for their care and support to Eansie over the years. We also thank the paramedics and staff at CUH for their compassion and the dedicated home carers who provided care and comfort to Eansie.

We appreciate and thank all those who spent time with us, our friends and neighbours who visited us at home and brought food, those who attended Eansie’s rosary, removal and funeral, offered condolences, phone calls, mass cards, perpetual enrolments, floral tributes, letters, messages on RIP.ie, and watched the live stream of her funeral mass. A special word of thanks to Eansie’s friends and neighbours who stood in the Guard of Honour and along
the street on her final journey to Drishane Cemetery.

We extend our sincere thanks to Canon John Fitzgerald for celebrating her funeral mass, Fr. Paddy O’Byrne who concelebrated remotely and Sharon Lane for her kind help and guidance, to Clara Manley (Eansie’s goddaughter) who led the rosary and Siobhan Forde for the beautiful music, Davy Tarrant and Cora O’Riordan of Tarrant’s Funeral Directors for their kindness and professionalism, and Evelyn of Garden of Eve and the staff of The Wallis Arms
Hotel for helping us celebrate Eansie’s life.

As we cannot thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Millstreet Meals on Wheels Service

The Millstreet Meals on Wheels service is available for the elderly & isolated in the Millstreet catchment area. All food is prepared in Millstreet Day Centre & we operate the service 5 days a week. You can order a hot dinner for as many days as you like, delivered to your door from Mon-Fri for just €6 a day for the main meal & €2 for dessert.

 A variety of meals are served throughout the week and the staff will endeavour to facilitate individual tastes when preparing meals. Coeliac dinners & desserts available also. Please see our menu for next week below.

 If you or anyone you know would like to avail of the Meals on Wheels Service over the coming weeks please contact the kitchen on (029) 30998 or the office on (029) 70926 (please leave a message if no answer) or email info @millstreetdaycentre.ie

Cork County Council Anti Litter Competition

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This year’s competition kicks off on Monday, this is an Anti-Litter competition so marks are deducted for litter only. We don’t receive points if an area looks well, we lose points if they see any little bit of litter!

The biggest cause for lost points is cigarette butts we’re like a broken record at this stage (or like falling asleep watching a reel for the young ones )

Please, please, please put your cigarette butts into the nearest bin or the buckets outside the pubs – every 10 butts seen equals one point deduction and that’s all it takes!

Our assigned areas were fabulous last year, unfortunately points were lost in the surrounding areas, meaning we have to focus on all the town this year.

Which means we need extra hands ☺️ we will hold a clean up each Saturday before the judging period.

This week’s clean up is on Saturday April 26th @ 10am, meeting at the GAA Hall

1st Judging: Monday April 28th – Wednesday May 7th
Area: Tanyard Wood

2nd Judging: Monday May 12th – Wednesday May 21st
Area: Murphy’s Terrace

3rd Judging: Monday May 26th – Wednesday June 4th
Area: McCarthy’s Park

If you live in these areas, please do want you can to keep them clean – pick up litter, brush outside your door etc.

If you need help, please let us know!

DORNAN Rás Mumhan 2025

Rás Mumhan is a 4 day cycle event which is held over Easter Weekend each year.

Stage 3 – The Queen stage which is the The hardest, most demanding stage of a stage race and is always in the mountains took place in and around the hills of Millstreet and surrounds.

Geraldine Dennehy captured a few pictures of the action on the Macroom Road. 

[read more …] “DORNAN Rás Mumhan 2025”

Eily’s Report – 22nd April

Dia is Mhuire díobh go léir a cáirde and welcome to my report.

The old people used to say I’ll live as long as I can and I’ll die when I can’t help it. Well that was so true of our beloved Pope Francis. Having seen him the previous day blessing the crowd, I doubt if the news of his passing came of any shock on Easter Monday morning. He was a wonderful Pontiff, a man of the people and he proved it by leaving his deathbed to bless them one more time before God called him home. I’m confident that he is in Heaven and we can pray to him now that he is inside the Golden Gates.

[read more …] “Eily’s Report – 22nd April”

Daniel (Dan) Dennehy Lisnaboy, Cullen, Cork

The death has occurred of Daniel (Dan) Dennehy Lisnaboy, Cullen, Cork

 

On 19th April, 2025, unexpectedly, in the presence of his loving family.

Beloved husband of the late Noreen Dennehy.

Much loved father of Collette Ryan (Mourneabbey), Martin and the late Eileen, son-in-law Damien, daughter-in-law Diane and cherished grandchildren Anna, Patrick, Katie, Shauna, Darragh and Jamie. Sadly missed by his loving sisters and brothers, brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, kind neighbours, relatives and his wide circle of friends.

May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

Reposing in the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Cullen on Monday, 21st April, 2025, from 6pm-8pm. Requiem Mass at 11am on Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025. Burial afterwards at the adjoining cemetery. Funeral mass will be live-streamed on http://www.mycondolences.ie

Messages of sympathy can be left on this link.

The Late Dan Dennehy

It was with deep sadness that we learnt of the passing of Dan Dennehy, a true stalwart of Cullen GAA Club. A former player, Chairman, and long-serving Duhallow GAA delegate, Dan’s unwavering dedication to our club and community spanned decades. His leadership and vision were instrumental in the development of many of our key facilities, leaving a lasting legacy that will benefit generations to come.
Dan remained actively involved in club affairs right up to his passing, a testament to his deep love for Cullen GAA and the GAA community at large. His loss is deeply felt by all who had the privilege of working alongside him, and by everyone who values the spirit of community, commitment, and volunteerism that he so passionately embodied.
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Dan’s family, friends, and all who mourn his passing. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
With thanks,
Karen Hickey (Chairperson), Marie Morley (Secretary), Denis Hickey (Treasurer) & Brid Walsh (PRO)

Steve Dillon Coomlogane – First Anniversary and Acknowledgement

Steve Dillon
Coomlogane, Millstreet, Co. Cork
who passed away on April 20th 2024
As we mark Steve’s first anniversary, we remember him with love and deep affection. Though we miss him dearly, we’re comforted by the incredible kindness and support we received following his passing. Thank you to everyone, family, friends, and neighbours, who reached out — whether through condolences, calls, visits with kind offerings of food, Mass cards, enrolments, messages, online tributes, or donations to Marymount — it all meant so much.
We’re especially grateful to everyone who cared for Steve throughout his illness. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Bertie Daly, Dr. Zealie Gaffney, and all the team at Áth Trasna Medical Centre. A special word of thanks to Steve’s friend and former student, Bertie, whose support and friendship meant the world to him and to us.
Our sincere thanks also go to Tom Mulcahy and the team at Mulcahy’s Pharmacy in Millstreet for their kindness and help.
We also wish to acknowledge the compassionate care provided by the district nurses, Marymount staff and, in particular, our dear friend Maria Kelleher. They provided so much help, support, and kindness to Steve and his family in his final days at home.
We would like to thank Cannon John Fitzgerald and Fr. Seamus Kennelly for celebrating Steve’s Funeral Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, and also Sharon Lane and Julie Brady for their valued assistance. Our thanks also to Edel Frazer and Millstreet choir members for the beautiful music, which added such grace to the service.
We are most grateful to Davy, Declan, Cora, and all at Tarrant’s Undertakers for their professionalism, compassion, and respectful handling of the arrangements.
While it’s not possible to thank everyone personally, please know how grateful we are. Your kindness and support will always be remembered. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.
With heartfelt thanks,
Steve’s family.

Last chance to enter All Ireland hurling Final tickets competition

Please get your entries in by Sunday morning to be in with a chance to win.
All you need then is for our hurlers to do their part and get the most predictions correct

Sheila O’Connor (née Duggan) Claraghatlea, Millstreet, Cork

The death has occurred of Sheila O’Connor (née Duggan)                                                              Claraghatlea, Millstreet, Cork

On Wednesday 16th April 2025, Sheila passed away peacefully in the gentle care of the staff of St Christopher’s Ward, Marymount University Hospital and Hospice, surrounded by her family.

Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Dan, her parents Dan and Julia, and sisters Eileen Orpen (Castletownbere) and Joan Doyle (Boston).

Loving and much loved mother of Tim, Sheila, Eileen, Donal and Marie. Sadly missed by her family, sons in law and daughters in law Jodi, Michael, Tony and Maria, her grandchildren Meghan, Danny, Jamie, Mariah, Donnacha, Conor, Róisín, Sean and Christopher, her great grandchildren Luke, Dominic, John, Jack, Charlie, Liam and Emma, sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, extended family, kind neighbours and wonderful friends.

May she rest in peace.

Reposing at Tarrant’s Funeral Home, Millstreet, on Saturday 19th April from 4pm to 6pm.

House private on Sunday.

Reception into St. Patrick’s Church Millstreet on Monday 21st for Requiem Mass at 12 noon with burial afterwards to St Mary’s Cemetery Millstreet. Funeral mass will be live-streamed at https://www.churchservices.tv/millstreet

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Marymount Hospice.

Messages of sympathy can be left on this  link.

Millstreet Library – Easter Colouring Competition – Winning pictures

Here are the winning pictures from our Easter Colouring Competition!

A huge well done to everyone who took part – we loved seeing all your creative entries.

If you’re one of our lucky winners, please pop into the library to collect your prize!

A big thank you to one of our library group members who had the tough job of narrowing down all the fantastic entries.

Thank you.

Happy Easter to all.

www.corkcoco.ie

 

Millstreet Meals on Wheels Service

The Millstreet Meals on Wheels service is available for the elderly & isolated in the Millstreet catchment area. All food is prepared in Millstreet Day Centre & we operate the service 5 days a week. You can order a hot dinner for as many days as you like, delivered to your door from Mon-Fri for just €6 a day for the main meal & €2 for dessert.

 A variety of meals are served throughout the week and the staff will endeavour to facilitate individual tastes when preparing meals. Coeliac dinners & desserts available also. Please see our menu for next week below.

 If you or anyone you know would like to avail of the Meals on Wheels Service over the coming weeks please contact the kitchen on (029) 30998 or the office on (029) 70926 (please leave a message if no answer)

or email info @millstreetdaycentre.ie

 

Sliabh Luachra Cycling Club to host Rás Mumhan 2025 – Stage 3

Rás Mumhan 2025 – Stage 3 will be passing through Millstreet this Sunday 20/04/2025
Repro Free : Pictured at Dornan HQ located in Little Island, Co. Cork, for the the launch of the Dornan Rás Mumhan Cycle Race 2024 were .
Pictured L/R : Izabela Wojtaszek Cork (Dornan Cork Sports Club) , Darren Tutty Cork (Group Finance Director Dornan) , Mark Murphy Kerry (Race PR) , John Breen Kerry (Race Director) , Micheál O’Connor Cork (Group Managing Director Dornan) , Tom Daly (President Cycling Ireland) and Sinead Moriarty Kerry (Race Secretary) . Front Liam Crowley Cork and Ben Murphy Kerr
This Easter Sunday find your spot as
hosts Dornan 2025 Rás Mumhan stage 3
which promises an exhilarating and competitive weekend of cycling, showcasing the strength, skill, and resilience of its riders against the breathtaking backdrop of Kerry and Cork.
🚴‍♂️ Stage 3 will commence from the Green Glens Arena Millstreet under a 2.3km neutralised roll-out toward Macroom through Millstreet town.
The racing will get underway at 11:00 from the Lucy Transport Warehouse just outside Millstreet.
The race will then proceed towards Macroom, via the R582 road, before turning right for Clondrohid. Here we do 2 loops of Clondrohid – Ballyvourney – Macroom,
After this we head back for Millstreet and this is where things become familiar, as we slip right at the grotto and head up Mushera climb, 8.5km to St John’s Well.
Heading back down to Millstreet again, we take on the final climb of the day, following the Old Butter Road, up to the Kerryman’s Table and the Finish Line.