Day: November 5, 2025

Michael Anthony Kelly (Army Sgt. Rtd., Congo & Cyprus), Mallow

The death has occurred of Michael Anthony Kelly, Séamus Murphy Place, Mallow, Co. Cork.

The death has occurred of Michael Anthony Kelly (Army Sgt. Rtd., Congo & Cyprus), Séamus Murphy Place, Mallow who passed away peacefully on November 4th 2025 at Nazareth House, Mallow, much loved husband of Pauline and dear father of Ursula (Kiely), Michael and Richard.

Predeceased by his first wife Mary (née O’Keeffe), daughter Sharon (O’Sullivan), daughter-in-law Nora and step-daughter Jacqueline.

Brother of Ursula O’Mahony, Bernadette O’Connor and Veronica Ryan. Deeply regretted by his son-in-law Bill Kiely, daughter-in-law Thérése, step-sons Mark and Patrick, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, his many relatives and friends.

May He Rest in Peace.

Lying in repose at O’Connell’s Funeral Home, St. James’ Avenue, Mallow (P51 HH61) on Thursday (November 6th) from 5.30pm with Prayers at 7pm.

Reception into the Church of the Resurrection, Mallow on Friday (November 7th) for Requiem Mass at 2pm.

Funeral afterwards to St. Gobnait’s Cemetery, Mallow.

The family wish to acknowledge the great care from the GP’S, Mallow General Hospital, the Home Care team and neighbours who looked after Michael.

( Sgt. Michael was present, in full uniform,  at many important parades in Millstreet over the years adding such great dignity and decorum to the occasions.  Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.  (S.R.) )

Condolences

Fundraiser for Millstreet Community School Lourdes Project 2025

Around twenty-five Fifth Years from Millstreet Community School have taken part in the Easter Pilgrimage to Lourdes since the link with Rise and Shine (formerly known as the Irish Pilgrimage Trust) was established back in 2011.  They go as helpers with Cork Group 126 and they return home afterwards tired but left with amazing memories after their week in France.

There are now three 5th year students from Millstreet Community School who will be participating in the Rise and young people’s pilgrimage to Lourdes during their Easter holidays 2026. Katie O’Keeffe and Caoilfhionn O’Connor have now been joined by Mike O’Donoghue.

As was the case in the past, the aim is to cover accommodation and travel costs for the three students (around €750/person) with all extra funds being passed onto Group 126.  The group is meant to raise €19,000 to cover the costs of all the young people with special needs who travel with them to Lourdes.

The first fundraising venture will be a table quiz.  This will be held in Corkery’s Bar, Millstreet on Friday 7th November 2025, beginning at 8pm. €40/table of four.

Your support for this event would be greatly appreciated.

Tap on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Table Quiz on 7th Nov. 2025 for MCS Lourdes Project

Two 5th year students from Millstreet Community School will be participating
in the Rise and Shine (formerly known as the Irish Pilgrimage Trust) young
people’s pilgrimage to Lourdes during their Easter holidays 2026. Katie
O’Keeffe and Caoilfhionn O’Connor will be acting as student helpers and
travelling to Lourdes with Group 126. Millstreet students have been travelling
with this group since 2011.
As was the case in the past, the aim is to cover accommodation and travel
costs for the two students (around €750/person) with all extra funds being
passed onto Group 126. Each group is meant to raise the funds to cover the
costs of all the young people with special needs who travel with them to
Lourdes.
The girls’ first fundraising venture will be a table quiz. This will be held in
Corkery’s Bar, Millstreet on Friday 7 th November 2025, beginning at 8pm.
€40/table of four.
Your support for this event would be greatly appreciated.

Tap on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)