Biographical Dictionary: Good Seed, Fertile Soil Volume 1

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

First published by Iverus Publications Mardyke House

Cork T12 W8RP, Ireland

 

Copyright: John M Feheney, 2016 ISBN 978-0-9553120-7-6

 

All rights reserved. No parts of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher.

 

This book is sold subject to the condition that it shall not, by way of trade or otherwise, be lent, resold, hired out, or otherwise circulated without the publisher’s prior consent in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published and without a similar condition, including this condition, being imposed on the subsequent purchaser.

 

Typesetting and printing by The Book Producers Ltd

Front cover photo by William J O’Keeffe of cloister, Franciscan Friary, Askeaton, Co. Limerick

Front cover design by John J O’Connor

 

Printed by The Book Producers Ltd www.thebookproducers.ie

 

 

 

Books by the same author

 

Education

Pastoral Care Workbooks: Junior & Senior Cycles (Dublin: Folens, 1994)

Edmund Rice 150th Anniversary Yearbook (1995) Education and the Family (Dublin: Veritas, 1995) A Time of Grace (Dublin: Veritas, 1996)

From Ideal to Action (Dublin: Vertitas, 1998)

Beyond the Race for Points (Dublin: Veritas, 1999)

Gentlemen of the Presentation (Dublin: Veritas, 1999)

Catholic Education in Trinidad in the 19th Century (Dublin: Four Courts, 2001)

Catholic Education in Trindad & Tobago in the 20th Century (Cork: Iverus, 2010)

 

Local and Family History

The Ranahans of Iverus (Cork: Iverus, 1987)

The O’Shaughnessys of Munster (Cork: Iverus, 1996) Ballysteen: The People and the Place (Cork: Iverus, 1998) The Naughtons of Ballycanana (Cork: Iverus, 2006)

Askeaton-Ballysteen Biographical Dictionary (Cork: Iverus, 2007)

Adare and Barony of Kenry Biographical Dictionary (Cork: Iverus, 2010)

Stonehall Harriers Centenary Record (Cork: Iverus, 2011) Drinking from Different Fountains, A Memoir (2013, online) Biographical Dictionary of Lower Connello (2013, online) Presentation Brothers: Concise Biographies (Cork: Iverus, 2013)

Contents

Books by the same author........................................................... IV

Congregational Initials................................................................. VI

Introduction............................................................................... VII

Biographies (A - Z)........................................................................ 1

References................................................................................ 321

 

Congregational Initials

C&P: Sisters of Cross and Passion CCVI: Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word

CFC: Christian Brothers

CFX: Congregation of St Francis Xavier

CHF: Congregation of the Holy Faith CPAW: Congregation of Perpetual Adoration Wexford

CRL: Canonesses of St Augustine CRSA: Canons Regular of St Augustine CSC: Congregation of the Holy Cross CSJP: Congregations of St Joseph of Peace

CSN: Congregation of Sisters of Nazareth

CSSp: Spiritan Congregation CSsR: Redemptorists

DC: Daughters of Charity

DMJ: Daughters of Mary and Jesus FC: Daughters of the Cross

FCJ: Faithful Companions of Jesus FMA: Salesian Sisters of Don Bosco FMSA: Franciscan Missionary Sisters for Africa

FPM: Presentation Brothers FSC: De La Salle Brothers

HFB: Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux

IBVM: Institute of Blessed Virgin Mary

LCM: Little Company of Mary LSA: Little Sisters of the Assumption LSP: Little Sisters of the Poor

LSU: Sisters of La Sainte Union MHM: Mill Hill Missionaries MMM: Medical Missionaries of Mary

MSC: Missionaries of the Sacred Heart MSHR: Missionary Sisters of Holy Rosary

OCDS: Order of Secular Discalced Carmelites

ODC: Order of Discalced Carmelites OFM Cap: Capuchin Order

OFM: Order of Friars Minor

 

OLA: Our Lady of the Apostles OMI: Oblates of Mary Immaculate OP: Order of Preachers

OSA: Order of St Augustine OSB: Order of St Benedict OSC: Order of Poor Clare

OSCO: Order of Cistercians of Strict Observance

OSF: Order of St Francis OSU: Order of St Ursula PBVM: Presentation Sisters RBS: Religious of Bon Secours

RGS: Religious of Good Shepherd RSC: Religious Sisters of Charity RSM: Sisters of Mercy

SAC: Society of Catholic Apostolate (Pallottines)

SCJM: Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary

SCL: Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth SCSP: Sisters of Charity of St Paul SDB: Salesians of Don BoscoSHCJ: Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus

SHSp: Sisters of Holy Spirit SIJ: Sisters of Infant Jesus SJ: Society of Jesus

SJA: Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparitions

SJC: Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny SMA: Society of African Missions SMG: Servants of Mother of God SMMP: Sisters of St Mary Magdalen Postel

SOSJ: Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart

SPS: St Patrick’s Society (Kiltegan) SSC: Society of St Columban SSHJM: Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary

SSL: Sisters of St Louis

SSS: Congregation of Blessed Sacrament

Abbreviation: qv= quod vide (loosely translated as ‘which can be seen in this volume)

 

 

Introduction

This book embodies the research of several years. Concentrating on the 24 parishes in West Limerick, it is the first volume of what I hope will be a two-volume work on religious vocations in the diocese of Limerick. In keeping with current data protection requirements, only deceased persons are included.

The work might best be regarded as a source book. Though there have been a handful of books devoted to religious vocations from a particular parish or from a small group of parishes, and there has also been a book devoted to the priests serving the archdiocese of Dublin (see Gaughan in References), I have not hitherto come across a work aiming to list all Catholic male and female religious personnel native to a particular diocese. The reader may be surprised at the sheer number of religious vocations from this diocese. This is not to say that the numbers from other dioceses would not be comparable. Seventy religious congregations and more than fifty dioceses drew candidates from west Limerick and I have reason to believe that this number will be exceeded when I have completed my study of the rest of the diocese. I suspect that future sociologists will regard the abundance of religious vocations during the period 1850-1950 as a social and religious phenomenon. Moreover, I anticipate that theses and dissertations will be completed by future scholars seeking to explain this phenomenon. It may even happen that this dictionary will form the starting point for some of this research.

While this is a historical study and avoids discussing religious vocations in the contemporary Church, it does attempt to pay belated tribute to the memory of Brothers, priests and nuns, some of whom are virtually forgotten not only in their own parishes but, at times, by members of their own extended families. Many of these priests and religious were exemplars courage, unselfishness and altruism. However, the memory of outstanding achievements tends to fade over time and even the great contemporary detective, Google, will fail to discover those heroes who never got into print.

I do not claim to have included every deceased religious or member of

the clergy from west Limerick, though that was my aim. Perforce, I have had to exclude some names for various reasons, including lack of reliable and precise information from relatives and failure of dioceses and religious congregations to respond to my requests for detailed information. However, there are almost 1,000 entries in this volume and I have given the source of the information for each entry. This, being a dictionary, the entries are necessarily brief and much more could obviously be written about most of the people listed. Not a few good stories have had to be omitted because of lack of space. However, those, including relatives, wishing to obtain further information on any person listed may follow up the sources I include in my references. Since photographs of all those listed were not available, they have been omitted altogether. The diocese to which each priest belonged is listed after his name and, where religious are involved, both the name of his/her congregation and its initials are given. A list of initials of different religious congregations, in alphabetical order, is also provided at the beginning of the book.

I am extremely grateful to the archivists of religious congregations and dioceses who responded to my requests for information. I am full of admiration for the work they do, much of which is appreciated by only a few researchers today but, hopefully, by many in the future. I must confess that not a few of my days were brightened over recent years when I found information that was otherwise unobtainable, on opening my electronic mail ‘inbox’ early in the morning. Moreover, some archivists seemed to get pleasure from providing information about some long-dead colleague or pastor.

In the course of my research, I was fortunate to have numerous helpers throughout the diocese. I am extremely grateful to them and I have listed their names, together with my sources, in the references section. I am grateful to William J O’Keeffe for the photograph of the cloister in the Franciscan Friary, Askeaton, which John O’Connor has skilfully used in designing the front cover. I thank the Presentation Brothers for facilitating my research and The Book Producers Ltd for printing the book.

John M Feheney Cork, 2016

Biographies (A - Z)

 

Ahern, Br Timothy (1900-89) OMI

Timothy Ahern, son of James and Bridget Ahern, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 3 January 1900. He entered the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) at Cahermoyle, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 16 February 1924. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 17 February 1925. He then worked in childcare in Daingean and in Glencree, Co. Wicklow. In 1966, he moved into semi-retirement at the Oblate Juniorate in Belcamp Hall, Raheny, Dublin 6. He died there on 15 December 1989 and was interred in the Oblate cemetery, Inchicore, Dublin

8. He was a brother of Br Aidan Ahern FSC (qv). (OMI, 11/8/2014)

Ahern, Br William Oswald (1897-1969) FSC

William Ahern, son of James and Bridget Ahern, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 14 January 1897. He entered the De La Salle Juniorate, Castletown, Co. Leix, on 1 August 1916. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Oswald. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows. He then qualified as a National Teacher and obtained a degree, after which he taught in Glenstal, Clonmel and Castletown. He died on 10 September 1969 and was buried in the FSC cemetery, Castletown, Co. Laois. He was a brother of Br Timothy Ahern OMI (qv) (FSC, 17/11/14)

Aherne, Br Denis Baptist (1896-1979) FPM

Denis Aherne, son of Denis Aherne and Margaret Moncton, was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 25 January 1896. He joined the Presentation Brothers, Cork, in 1916. He received the habit of the Presentation Brothers, together with a new name, Brother Baptist, on 2 August 1913. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 27 April 1916. He qualified as a National teacher and taught in Presentation schools in Cork, Boyle and Letterkenny. He also held the positions of superior and principal in several communities. Following an accident, he spent his last years in Mount Desert Nursing Home, Cork, where he died on 15 July 1979, at the age of 83 years. He was interred in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 3)

Aherne, Sr Bridie Clarissa (1913-74) CCVI

Bridie Aherne was born in Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 26 November 1913. She entered the congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word (CCVI) at Carrigoran, Co. Clare. When she received the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Clarissa. She moved to the USA to complete her training. She studied pharmacology and qualified as a pharmacist in a hospital San Berardino, CA. She died in San Bernardino, on 15 October 1974, and was buried in the public cemetery there. (TA, 125, 55)

Ambrose, Rev Robert (1851-1926) Limerick

Robert Ambrose was born in Dunganville, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, in 1851. Together with his older brother, Stephen, he was involved in the attack on the Royal Irish Constabulary barracks in Ardagh during the Fenian Rising on 6 March 1867. Subsequently, Robert completed his seminary training at Maynooth and was ordained priest at St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 22 August 1880. He was appointed curate, successively, at Manister (18801881), Ballyagran (18811883), St Patrick’s, St John’s (18831886), ArdaghCarrickerry (18861891), Knockaderry (18911896),

Athea (18961898), Bruff (18981900), Abbeyfeale (190004), Glenroe (19041906). His appointment to ArdaghCarrickerry brought him to national prominence, when he used the Land League to organise the tenants of Glensharrold to protest about the ‘rack rents’ being charged by the local landlord, John Christopher Delmege. In 1906, he was appointed Parish Priest of Glenroe, where he remained for the remainder of his active ministry. He died, following an accident, at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, on 8 April 1926, and was interred in Glenroe church grounds (Feheney, 1998, 13032; Tobin, 2004, 2).

Ambrose, Sr Margaret Virgilius (1913-2003) SHSp

Margaret Ambrose, daughter of Thomas Ambrose and his wife, Elizabeth Hough, was born in Dunganville, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 7 April 1913. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Spirit and Mary Immaculate (SHSp) at San Antonio, Texas, on 17 February 1932. When receiving the religious habit on 24 August 1932, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Virgilius. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 26 August 1933. She qualified as a teacher and taught in SHSp schools

in Oklahoma, Louisiana, Texas and Mississippi. In her later years, she qualified as a librarian and continued her ministry in education. She died in hospital in Brownsville, TX, on 24 January 2003 and was buried in the SHSp cemetery in San Antonio, Texas, USA. (SHSp, MC, 9.1.15)

Barnwell, Sr Margaret St Paul (1889-1935) SIJ

Margaret Barnwell, daughter of John Barnwell and Johanna Downey, was born in Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, on 6 November 1889. She entered the Sisters of the Infant Jesus (SIJ), Drishane, receiving the habit on 15 August 1913, and taking as her religious name, Sister St Paul. She made her first profession in Drishane on 15 August 1915, and her final profession five years later on 25 September, 1920. In 1920 she was sent to Madrid, from where she proceeded to the Far East mission in Penang, Malaysia, in 1921. Subsequently, she served in Malacca, Malaysia, where she died on 26 May 1935. She is buried in Malacca. (IJ, 2009)

Barnwell, Sr Mary Thomas (1878-1959) SJOG

Mary Barnwell, daughter of John Barnwell and his wife, Johanna Downey, was born in Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, on 1 January 1878. She joined the Sisters of St John of God (SJOG) at Perth, Western Australia, on 1 May 1911. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious names, Sister Thomas. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent all her life in Australia, working in the caring profession. She died in Perth, WA, on 16 July 1959 and was buried in that city. She was a sister of Sr Margaret St Paul Barnwell (qv). (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Barrett, Br James Matthew (1881-1952) FPM

James Barrett, son of John Barrett and his wife, Mary Flynn, was born in Knocknasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 12 January 1881. He attended Knocknasna National School, before entering the Presentation Brothers, Mount St Joseph, Cork, in 1898. He received the habit, together with a new name, Brother Matthew, on 7 November 1898. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 20 April 1901. He served in Cobh, where he remained until his transfer to Dartford on 13 April 1904. After Dartford, he went to St Joseph’s Orphanage, Orpington, where he was appointed bursar and farm manager. He spent his later years at Strawberry Hill, Twickenham, where he died suddenly on 15 November

1952, at the age of 71 years. He was interred in the cemetery attached to St Joseph’s Orphanage, Orpington, Kent, UK. He was a brother of Br Patrick Luke Barrett (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 7-8)

Barrett, Br Patrick Luke (1898-1919) FPM

Patrick Barrett, son of John Barrett and his wife, Mary Flynn, was born in Knocknasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 30 August 1898, and baptised in the parish church, Abbeyfeale, two days later. He attended Knocknasna National School before entering the Presentation Brothers, Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 14 December 1914. On receiving the religious habit on 2 August 1915, he also received the religious name of Brother Luke. Early in February 1919, he caught the Great ‘Flu, from which he died on 15 February 1919, at the age of 20 years. Some twenty million people died of the Great or ‘Spanish’ ‘Flu of 1918-1919. This ‘flu brought with it a virulent strain of pneumonia, which few of its victims survived. The ‘Spanish’ ‘flu was the most severe pandemic ever to strike the human race, killing more people in one year than the Black Death did in four years (1347-1351). He was interred in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. He was a brother of Br James Matthew Barrett (qv). ((Feheney, 2013, 8)

Barry, Sr Brigid Emilian (1899-1991) HFB

Brigid Barry, daughter of Patrick Barry and his wife, Mary Sheehy, was born in Inniskeen, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 3 February 1899. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Merseyside, UK. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Emilian, on 9 January 1919. One year later, she made profession of vows and then sailed for Joannesburg, South Africa. She was engaged in teaching and worked in several cities in South Africa, including Durban, Kimberley, Orlando East Soweto, Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg. She died on 20 July 1991 and her remains were interred in Mountain Rise Cemetery, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. (Fthttb, 175)

Begley, Rev Cornelius Francis (1843-1912) OFM

Cornelius Begley, son of Denis and Johanna Begley, was born in Camus, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1843. In 1866, he joined the Franciscan Friars (OFM). When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new name,

Brother Francis. He completed his ecclesiastical studies at St Isidore’s College, Rome, where he was ordained priest in 1871. After ordination, he ministered in Waterford, Drogheda and Cork. He held the post of Guardian several times and was elected Definitor in 1888. He died in Waterford in 1912 and was interred in Ballygunner cemetery. He was a brother of Rev John Begley OFM (qv) and Rev Denis Begley OFM (qv). (OFM, Killiney, 2014)

Begley, Rev Denis Peter (1859-1939) OFM

Denis Begley, son of Denis and Johanna Begley, was born in Camas, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1859. He entered the Franciscan Order (OFM) in Ennis, Co. Clare, in 1881. When receiving the religious habit, he chose to be known by the name Peter. He completed his clerical studies at St Isidore’s College, Rome, where he was ordained priest in 1887. He then became a lecturer in the Seraphic College, Capranica, Rome, in 1888. He also became a prominent member of the Franciscan reform movement. He held several important appointments including Irish Provincial (1899) and Guardian (several times). In 1912, he was appointed a General Definitor by Pope Pius X. He returned to Ireland in 1915 and was again appointed Guardian several times. He died Iin 1939 at Multifarnham, Co. Meath, where he was also interred. He was a brother of Rev John Begley OFM (qv) and Rev Cornelius Begley OFM (qv) (OFM, Killiney, 2014)

Begley, Rev John (1861-1941) Limerick

John Begley was born in the parish of Monagea, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 1 August 1861. He attended St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 24 June 1888. Following ordination, he was sent on loan to the diocese of Argyll and the Isles in Scotland. On his return to Ireland, he was curate, successively, in: Coolcappa (1891-1893); Tournafulla (1893-1898) and St Munchin’s (1898-1915). On 14 May 1915, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cappagh (1915-1917), after which he was Parish Priest of Dromcolliher/ Broadford (1917-1927), Kilmallock (1927-1932) and Bruff (1932-1941). He held the following ecclesiastical appointments: Canon (1915); Vicar Forane (1927); Archdeacon (1932); Vicar General (1937). He published three volumes of The History of the Diocese of Limerick. He died on 10 June 1941, aged 79, and was buried in the church grounds, Bruff. (Tobin, 2004, 3)

Begley, Rev John Leonard (1856-1926) OFM

John Begley, son of Denis and Johanna Begley, was born in Camas, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1856. He entered the Franciscan Order (OFM) in Ennis, Co. Clare, in 1880, taking Leonard as his religious name. He completed his religious and clerical studies at St Isidore’s College in Rome and was ordained priest in 1887. He was then appointed Guardian at the Seraphic College, Capranica, Rome. He returned to Ennis in 1888, but was sent to Australia as commissary Provincial in 1902. In Australia, he built a new friary and church in Waverley, NSW. He returned to Ireland in 1914 and ministered in Waterford and Dublin, before becoming vicar in Limerick. He died in Limerick on 17 October 1926, and was buried in the Franciscan burial plot in Mount St Lawrence cemetery, Limerick. He was a brother of Rev Denis Begley OFM (qv) and Rev Cornelius Begley OFM (qv) (OFM, Killiney, 2014)

Begley, Sr Mary of the Angels (1912-2007) PBVM

Mary Begley was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1912. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) in Thurles, Co. Tipperary. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary of the Angels. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and taught for most of her life in the school attached to Presentation Convent, Thurles. She died there on 10 January 2007. (PBVM, BOL)

Bennett, Rev Martin (1919-2005) Southwark

Martin Bennett, son of John Bennett and his wife, Mary Chawke, was born in Graigacurra, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 13 December 1919. He was ordained priest at Wonersh Seminary for the archdiocese of Southwark on 15 June 1946. He served as curate in Coulsdon (1946-1951) and at St Mary Magdalen, Brighton (1951-1963). He was appointed Parish Priest of Holy Ghost Parish, Balham, London, in May 1963, and spent the next 35 years in that post. He retired to St Mary’s, Westbrook, Worthing, in 1996. He was a great promoter of the cause of Blessed Oliver Plunkett. Shortly before his death, he was admitted to Worthing General Hospital, where he died on 21 May 2005. (RCA Southwark, 33/4/14)

Bennett, Sr Anne Kieran (1923-93) LSU

Anne Bennett, daughter of John Bennett and Mary Chawke, was born in Graigacurra, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 25 January 1923. She joined the La Sainte Union Sisters (LSU) on 8 September 1942. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Kieran. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 28 July 1944. She qualified as a teacher in 1946 at LSU Southampton and subsequently obtained a BA (1975) and HDE (1976). She spent all her active life teaching in England (Eirth, and Bath) and Ireland (Athlone and Banagher). She was superior in the LSU community in Athlone. She spent her last days at Mont Visa Nursing Home, Athlone, where she died on 2 February 1993. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Our Lady’s Bower Convent, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. She was a sister of Sr Mary Ailbe Bennett (qv). (LSU, 23/9/14)

Bennett, Sr Bridget Delphine (1868-1915) CSC

Bridget Teresa Bennett, daughter of John Bennett and his wife, Catherine Naughton, was born in Ballinahaha, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 11 July 1868. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Cross (CSC) at St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN, on 16 February 1895. On 13 July 1895, she received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Delphine. She made her final profession of vows on 15 August 1900. She qualified as a teacher and taught for 19 years at Holy Rosary Academy, Woodland, CA. Her last year was spent as a patient at St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, IN, where she died on 28 August 1915. She was interred at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN, USA (CSC, JF, 23/3/16)

Bennett, Sr Mary Ailbe (1918-2006) LSU

Anne Bennett, daughter of John Bennet and Mary Chawke, was born in Graigacurra, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 23 May 1918. She joined the La Sainte Union Sisters (LSU) on 8 September 1936. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Ailbe. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 March 1938. She qualified as a teacher at LSU College, Southampton, and spent many years teaching in Ireland (Killashee and Banagher); Madrid and England (Erith, Cheltenham and Grays). She was superior in several houses. On her retirement from school, she devoted herself to pastoral care in Colwyn

Bay. She died at Grays on 7 July 2006 and was buried in Chadwell St Mary’s, Grays, Essex. She was a sister of Sr Anne Kieran Bennett (qv). (LSU, 23/8/14)

Bennis, Rev James (1902-84) Fresno

James Bennis was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 9 January 1902. He entered St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Monterey-Fresno on 16 June 1929. In the diocese of Monterey-Fresno, he served as assistant priest in Bakersfield and San Luis Obispo. He was then appointed Pastor of Dos Palos and administrator of Lemoore. In 1945, he was appointed Pastor at Riverdale CA. In 1956, he was appointed Papal Chamberlain and in 1959 Domestic Prelate with the title, Monsignor. He celebrated his Golden Jubilee on 16 June 1979. He died at Fresno, CA, on 3 June 1984, and was buried in that city. (Feenagh SVPr, 2014)

Benson, Sr Mary Margaret (1879-1963) RSM

Mary Benson, daughter of James Benson and his wife, Bridget Cahill, was born in Adare, Co. Limerick, on 10 December 1879. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Elgin, Scotland, on 1 April 1909. When receiving the religious habit on 7 January 1910, she also received a new religious name, Sister Margaret Mary. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 11 April 1912. She worked in Scotland and England and died in Barnsley, S. Yorks., on 28 November, 1963. She was buried in Tomintoul Cemetery, Barnsley, S. Yorks., UK. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15)

Blackwell, Sr Ellen Josephine (1859-1937) RSM

Ellen Blackwell, daughter of Henry Blackwell and his wife, Mary Sheehy, was born in Greenish Island and baptised at St Mary’s Church, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 8 February 1859. She entered the Convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, on 7 September 1888. She received the habit on 4 March 1889, taking the name of Sister Josephine. She was professed on 19 March 1891. She held the posts of bursar (1899-20) and sacristan (1920-37) in the convent. She died on 16 March 1937, and is buried in the convent grounds, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. (RSM SC, AB 2010)

Bourchier-Hayes, Sr Alice (1862-1941) IBVM

Alice Bourchier-Hayes, daughter of Dr Thomas Hayes and his wife, Mary Elizabeth Bourchier, was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 26 July, 1862. Four years later, her family moved to Rathkeale, when her father was appointed medical officer at the Workhouse in Rathkeale and Dispensary Doctor in the town. She attended a boarding school in England conducted by the Society of the Sacred Heart at Roehampton, London, after which she entered the Loreto Congregation (IBVM), beginning her novitiate at Loreto Abbey, Rathfarnham, Dublin, on 20 October, 1885. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 15 May, 1888. She was then transferred to Loreto Convent, Wexford, where she began teaching. She continued teaching until her retirement. She died at Loreto Convent, Wexford, on 13 January 1941, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (Carnduff, 2011)

Bourchier-Hayes, Sr Geraldine Pia (1902-82) CRL

Geraldine Bourchier-Hayes, daughter of Dr John Bourchier-Hayes and his wife, Alice Bourchier, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 14 February, 1902. She entered the Canonesses of St Augustine (CRL) in the English Convent, Bruges, Belgium, on 28 October, 1927. She received the religious habit, together with a new name, Sister Mary Pia, on 24 October 1928. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 25 January 1930. She qualified as a teacher and taught in the convent school in Bruges. When the German army invaded Belgium in 1940, she was evacuated to England and settled in the Augustinian Priory at Hayward’s Heath, West Sussex, where she continued teaching. At the end of World War II, she went to her former convent in Bruges for a further three years, returning to Hayward’s Heath in September, 1948. She spent the rest of her life in the convent in Hayward’s Heath and died there on 13 September 1982. She was buried in the Augustinian community cemetery in Sayer’s Common, West Sussex, England. (Carnduff, 2011)

Bourke, Rev Patrick (1873-99) Port Elizabeth

Patrick Bourke was born in Rathkeale and baptised in his local parish church on 24 March 1873. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained at St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 11 July 1897. After ordination, he was granted permission by Bishop O’Dwyer to go to South Africa for health

reasons and he ministered in Port Elizabeth for two years (1897-1899). His health continued to decline, however, and he died in Port Elizabeth in 1899, aged 26 years. He was buried in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. (Tobin, 2004, 4)

Bowen, Sr Helena Barbara (1935-1984) RSM

Helena Bowen, daughter of Daniel Bowen and his wife, Mary Anne Lenihan, was born in Caherhennessy, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, in 1935. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Neenagh, Co. Tipperary, on 2 February 1955. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Barbara. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 24 August 1960. Three years later, she made her final profession. She lived and ministered for most of her life at the Convent of Mercy, Birr, where she died on 17 August 1984. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Birr, Co. Offaly. (RSM SC, AB 2014)

Boyce, Rev William (c1898-1953) Limerick

William Boyce was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, about 1898. He was ordained priest in Rome on 19 May 1923. After ordination, he spent four years on loan to the archdiocese of Edinburgh, Scotland. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he served as curate, successively, in Colmanswell (1927-1930) and Knockaderry (1930-1948). In 1948, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cappagh, where he served until his death on 31 August 1953. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Breen, Rev John (1857-1941) Limerick

John Breen was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 4 January 1857. In 1879, he entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth. He was ordained priest in St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 5 July 1885. Following his ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Athea (1887-1896) and Bruree (1896-1902). In 1902, he was appointed Administrator in Bruree. After a year, he was appointed Parish Priest in Dromin/ Athlacca. In 1910, he was transferred as Parish Priest to Templeglantine. In 1940, he was transferred to Bruree as Parish Priest and he continued in this post until his death on 10 January 1941, at

the age of 84 years. He was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in May 1925. He was interred in the church grounds, Bruree, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 4-5)

Breen, Rev Michael (1907-79) Limerick

Michael Breen, son of John Breen and his wife, Mary Anne Flanagan, was born in Ballintubber, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 1 December 1907. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 5 June 1932. After studying for his HDE and spending a year as curate in Ardpatrick, he was appointed teacher at St Munchin’s College in September 1934. In January 1959, he was appointed President of St Munchin’s College. Five years later, in January 1964, he was appointed Parish Priest and Vicar Forane of St Munchin’s parish. He died suddenly on 24 November 1979, and was buried in the grounds of St Munchin’s church. He was appointed a Canon of the Limerick Cathedral Chapter in 1962. (JM, 2015)

Breen, Sr Brenda Emmanuel (1909-89) SSHJM

Brenda Breen, daughter of Patrick Breen and his wife, Mary Hough, was born in Raheenagh, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 27 January 1909. She entered the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary (SSHJM) at Chigwell, Woodford Bridge, Essex, on 2 August 1928. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Emmanuel. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 2 February 1929. She specialised in caring and occupational skills. Her appointments included: Chigwell, Essex; Bessboro, Cork; Dagenham, Essex; Sudbury, Suffolk and Marian House, Hillingdon, Middlesex, where she died on 23 December 1989. She was buried in England. She was a sister of Sr Lena Breen (qv). (JM, 2015)

Breen, Sr Helena Kevin (1907-67) RGS

Helena (Lena) Breen, daughter of Patrick Breen and his wife, Mary Hough, was born in Raheenagh, Killeedy Co. Limerick, on 3 December 1907. She entered the Good Shepherd Sisters (RGS) in Limerick on 26 July 1925. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Kevin, on 7 July 1926. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 7 July 1928. She was then assigned to Belfast where she served until 1935, when she was sent to the Good Shepherd Convent, Waterford.

She died in Waterford on 28 October 1967. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Good Shepherd Convent, Waterford. She was a sister of Sr Brenda Breen (qv) (JM, 2015)

Broderick, Sr Catherine Patrick (1854-1931) RSM

Catherine Broderick, daughter of William Broderick and his wife, Mary Egan, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in May 1854. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Killarney, Co. Kerry, on 15 September 1875. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patrick. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25 April 1878. She taught in the Convent of Mercy school, Killarney, for many years. She died in Killarney on 5 January 1931 and was interred in Holy Cross Cemetery, Killarney, Co. Kerry. She was a sister of Srs Elizabeth Joseph Broderick (qv), Mary Cecilia Broderick (qv) and Margaret Benignus Broderick (qv). (RSM S, DL 8/5/16)

Broderick, Sr Catherine Teresa (1870-1919) RSM

Catherine Broderick, daughter of Daniel and Honora Broderick, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 17 January 1870. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Abbeyfeale on 23 September 1891. When receiving the religious habit on 26 March 1892, she also received a new religious name, Sister Teresa. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 14 April 1894. She spent the remainder of her life in Abbeyfeale, dying there on 13 December 1919. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. (RSM SC, AB, 14/4/16)

Broderick, Sr Elizabeth Joseph (1856-1882) RSM

Elizabeth Broderick, daughter of William Broderick and his wife, and Mary Egan, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 June 1856. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 15 September 1875. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Joseph. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Abbeyfeale on 2 October 1878. She taught in the Mercy convent, Abbeyfeale, but died on 8 September 1882, aged 26 years. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Mercy convent,

Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. She was a sister of Srs Mary Cecilia Broderick (qv), Catherine Patrick Broderick (qv) and Margaret Benignus Broderick (qv). (RSM S, DL 8/5/16)

Broderick, Sr Margaret Benignus (1859-) RSM

Margaret Broderick, daughter of William Broderick and his wife, Mary Egan, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 3 December 1859. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM) at Killarney, Co. Kerry, on 8 December 1881. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Benignus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She was then transferred to the Convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, where she began to teach in the school. She was a sister of Srs Elizabeth Joseph Broderick (qv), Catherine Patrick Broderick (qv) and Mary Cecilia Broderick (qv). There is no record to date of her death. (RSM S, DL 8/5/16)

Broderick, Sr Mary Cecilia (1855-1935) RSM

Mary Broderick, daughter of William Broderick and his wife, Mary Egan, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 December 1855. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at the Convent of Mercy, Balloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry, on 2 February 1873. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Cecilia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 14 September 1875. Apart from two years, which she spent in the Convent of Mercy, Swinford, Co. Mayo, she spent the remainder of her life in the Convent of Mercy, Tralee. She died there on 31 May 1935 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent in Balloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry. She was a sister of Srs Elizabeth Joseph Broderick (qv), Catherine Patrick Broderick (qv) and Margaret Benignus Broderick (qv). (RSM S, DL 8/5/16)

Broderick, Sr Mary Ita (1920-76) RSM

Mary Brigid Broderick, daughter of William Broderick and his wife, Brigid Corbett, was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 13 May, 1920. She attended Abbeyfeale National School before entering the Sisters of Mercy, Mount Carmel Convent, Moate, Co. Westmeath, on 8 September, 1939. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new religious name, Sister Ita Joseph. At the end of her novitiate, she made

profession of vows in Moate on 27 October, 1942. She spent her entire life in Moate and died there on 7 September, 1976, at the age of 56 years. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Mercy Convent, Moate, Co. Westmeath. (RSM, WP ST 30/5/14)

Brouder, Br Daniel Cyril (1916-92) FSC

Daniel Brouder, son of Timothy Brouder and his wife, Catherine Buckley, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 2 February 1916. In 1934, he entered the De La Salle Brothers (FSC) at Castletown, Co. Laois. On receiving the religious habit, he also received a new name, Brother Cyril. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 27 October 1935. He completed his teacher training at De La Salle College of Education, Waterford, in 1939. Subsequently he obtained a BA degree at UCD. He. He then taught for in several towns in Ireland, including Skerries (1948-1954); Kildare (1954-1957); Waterford (1957-1958);

Bagenalstown (1958-1959); Hospital (1959-1962); Macroom (1962-

1967) and Ardee (1967-1974); Churchtown, Dublin (1974-1975) and St Fachtna’s, Skibbereen (1975-1981. On his retirement in 1981, he took up residence at Hospital, Co. Limerick. He died suddenly in 1992. He was a brother of Br Gerry David Brouder (qv) (FSC, 2015)

Brouder, Br Jerry David (1919-2010) FSC

Jerry Brouder, son of Timothy Brouder and his wife, Catherine Buckley, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 9 February 1919. He entered the De La Salle Juniorate at Faithlegg, Co. Waterford. When receiving the De La Salle habit in 1935, he also received a new religious name, Brother David. He completed his novitiate and made profession of vows before qualifying as a National teacher at De La Salle Teacher Training College, Waterford, in 1941. He taught at Hospital, Co. Limerick: St Declan’s, Waterford; Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow; Churchtown, Co. Dublin; Kildare; Castlebar and Wicklow. He retired from school in 1985 and went to live in the De La Salle community, Kildare. He spent his later years in Castletown, Co. Laois. He died in Portlaoise Hospital, Co. Laois, on 17 January 2010, and was buried in the cemetery attached to Castletown, Co. Laois. He was a brother of Br Daniel Brouder (qv) (FSC, 2015)

Browne, Rev John (1916-90) Limerick

John Browne was born in The Square, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 30 November 1916. He was ordained for the diocese of Limerick at Maynooth on 19 June 1943. Following ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Tournafulla (1946-1947); Athea (1947-1949) and Bruff (1949-1959). In 1959, he was appointed Parish Priest of St Munchin’s (1959-1970), after which he served in the same capacity in Christ the King (1970-1976) and Adare (1976-1990). In his later years, he was appointed Canon of the Cathedral Chapter. He died on 9 December 1990 and was interred in St Nicholas cemetery, Adare, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Browne, Rev Michael (1918-99) Dublin

Michael Browne was born in Moanrue, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 15 June, 1918. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary Maynooth, where he was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Dublin on 30 May, 1943. After World War II, he was sent to Rome, where he completed postgraduate studies at the Gregorian University, leading to a Doctorate in Canon Law. He was employed in the Dublin archdiocesan chancellery and was a member of an archdiocesan tribunal. Later, he became Parish Priest of Clonskeagh, Dublin 14. In later life, his activities were limited by a stroke he suffered in 1992. He died on 11 February, 1999. (Gaughan, 2012, 39)

Buckley, Br Brendan Ambrose (1907-93) FPM

Brendan Daniel Buckley, son of Patrick Buckley and his wife, Margaret Brosnahan, was born at Knocktoosh, Broadford, Co. Limerick, on 31 October 1907. He attended the local National School, before entering the Presentation Brothers Preparatory School, Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 9 September 1923. He received the habit of the Presentation Brothers, together with a new religious name, Brother Ambrose, on 25 October 1924. He made his religious profession on 26 November 1926. He spent the greater part of his life in the classroom, his assignments including Glasthule (1929-1932); Cork (1932-1935); Reading (1935-1957) and Dartford (1957-1975). He spent his retirement years in Strawberrry Hill, Twickenham. He died in Nazareth House, Hammersmith, London, on 9 November 1993, aged 86 years. He was buried in the Presentation Brothers burial plot, Henley Road cemetery, Reading, Berkshire, UK (Feheney, 2013, 21).

Buckley, Sr Barbara (1905-1994) SOSJ

Barbara Buckley, daughter of Daniel Buckley and his wife, Mary Murphy, was born in Tooreenagreana, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 22 July 1905. She entered the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) in the autumn of 1825, arriving in Mount Street, Sydney, New South Wales, on 23 December 1925. She went to Kensington, South Australia, to begin in her novitiate on 17 January 1927. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 January 1928. She spent her religious life in schools, teaching in several parts of Australia, including; Providence; Kensington; Spalding; Port Augusta; Quorn; Port Lincoln; Peterborough; Hectorville; Alberton; Barmera; Wallard; Renmark; Thebarton; Mansfield Park; Corydon; Aldgate; Cowandilla and Tappeiner Court. She died at the Flora Mc Donald Nursing Home, Cowandilla, SA, on 5 March 1994, and was buried in the SOSJ burial plot at Mitchum cemetery. She was a sister of Sr Ita Buckley SOSJ (qv) and Sr Zita Buckley SOSJ (qv). (SOSJ 2012)

Buckley, Sr Ita (1902-82) SOSJ

Ita Buckley, daughter of Daniel Buckley and his wife, Mary Murphy, was born in Tooreenagreana, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 25 November 1902. She entered the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) in the autumn of 1825, arriving in Mount Street, Sydney, New South Wales, on 23 December 1925. She went to Kensington, South Australia, to begin in her novitiate on 27 January 1927. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 January 1928. She spent her active life teaching, mainly in South Australia. Among the places where she worked were: West Terrace, Adelaide; Largs Bay SA, St Francis Xavier Seminary, Rostrevor, Adelaide; She died at Tappeiner Court Nursing Home, Kensington, SA, on 27 January 1982, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent in Kensington. She had two other sisters in the same congregation i.e Sr Barbara Buckley (qv) and Sr Zita Buckley (qv). (SOSJ 2012)

Buckley, Sr Zita (1908-2007) SOSJ

Zita Buckley, daughter of Daniel Buckley and his wife, Mary Murphy, was born in Tooreenagreana, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 22 July 1908. She entered the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) in the autumn of 1825, arriving in Mount Street, Sydney, New South Wales, on 23 December 1925. She went to Kensington, South Australia, to begin her novitiate on

17 January 1927. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 January 1928. She spent her religious life in schools, teaching in several parts of Australia. When she retired, she devoted her time to making and packing altar breads in Kensington, SA. When her health deteriorated, she moved to Tappeiner Court Nursing Home in Kensington, SA, which caters specially for elderly Josephite Sisters. She died on 18 January 2007 and was buried in Kensington, SA. She was a sister of Sr Barbara Buckley SOSJ (qv) and Sr Ita Buckley SOSJ (qv). (SOSJ 2012)

Burke, Rev James (1876-1910) Witchita

James Burke was born in Kilmacow, Granagh, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 4 December 1876. He was educated at St Munchin’s College, Limerick, and St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow, where he was ordained for the diocese of Witchita, Kansas, on 14 June 1903. After ordination, he went to work in the diocese of Witchita, Kansas. He was sent to the parish of Winfield, Kansas. His ministry, however, was cut short by tuberculosis, the dreaded disease of the time. He died on 17 December 1910 and was buried in Winfield, Kansas, USA. (M Burke, Mohill, 4/1/16)

Burke, Rev John (1918-89) Limerick

John Burke, son of Michael and Mary Burke, was born in Kilmacow, Granagh, Co. Limerick, in 1918. He was educated at St Munchin’s College, Limerick, and St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, and ordained priest in Maynooth on 18 June 1944. Following ordination, he was appointed to teach at St Munchin’s College, before being appointed curate, successively, in Coolcappa (1959-1963); Ballybrown (1963-1966) and Bruff (1967- 1973). In 1973, he was appointed Parish Priest of Monagea (1973-1983) and subsequently transferred to Ballyagran/ Colmanswell in the same capacity (1983-1989). He died on 2 March 1989 and was buried in the church grounds, Colmanswell, Co. Limerick. (M Burke, Mohill, 7/1/16)

Burke, Rev Thomas (1873-1907) CSSp

Tom Burke, son of John Burke and his wife, Catherine Neville, was born in Curraghchase, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 13 September 1873. In 1895, he entered the Spiritan juniorate, where he completed his secondary schooling. In 1898, he went to Grignon, France, to do his novitiate, after which he completed his philosophy and theology at San Pierroton. He

was ordained priest in 1902. Although, he had been earlier diagnosed with tuberculosis, he was, nevertheless, sent to Zanzibar. Not long afterwards, ill-health forced him to go to Nairobi in the hope of a cure. In this, however, he was disappointed. Shortly before his death, he told a friend that his end was near, because he had heard the crying of the banshee. He died in Nairobi on 18 September 1907, at the early age of 37. He was buried in Nairobi. (Farragher, 2009, 34-35)

Burke, Sr Margaret Waltrude (1882-1993) RSM

Margaret Burke was born in Ballinloughane, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, in 1882. She joined the Sisters of Mercy in Chicago, IL, and qualified as a teacher. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Waltrude, by which she was known to her colleagues. She taught at St Xavier College Auxiliary in Chicago. She died in Chicago on 7 March, 1993, aged 91 years. She was buried in Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, Chicagao, USA (TA, 125, 19)

Burke, Sr Mary Eugene (1920-2004) RSM

Mary Burke, daughter of Michael and Mary Burke, was born in Kilmacow, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 19 November 1920. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Limerick on 15 January 1940. When receiving the religious habit on 31 August 1940, she also received a new name, Sister Eugene (subsequently changed to Maura). At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 1 September 1942. She made her final vows on 1 September 1945. She spent most of her working life in Limerick. Her last years were spent in Catherine McAuley House, where she died on 31 January 2004. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. (RSM SC, AB 3/9/14)

Burns, Rev John (1922-91) Tucson

John Francis Burns, son of Thomas Burns and his wife, Margaret Mulvihill, was born at Knocknaboula, Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 7 June 1922. He was educated at St Mary’s College, Galway, before entering St Patrick’s College, Carlow, where he was ordained priest on 1 June 1947 for the diocese of Tucson, AZ, USA. He served in several parishes in the diocese of Tucson, including Our Lady of the Valley and St Augustine’s Tucson. Between 1972 and 1982, he was chancellor of the diocese of Tucson. He

was also Director of Propagation of the Faith (1984-1987). He held several other appointments including Honorary Prelate to His Holiness Pope Paul VI, with the title of Monsignor. He retired in 1987 and died at Tucson University Medical Center on 31 December 1991. He was buried in the Priests’ section of Hope Cemetery, Tucson, AZ. (Tucson Dioc Arch, K Rhinehart 18/11/14).

Butler, Rev George (1882-1956) CSSp

George Joseph Butler, son of Joseph Butler, was born in Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 18 October 1882. After completing his secondary schooling at Rockwell College, he joined the Spiritans (CSSp) at Grignon, Paris. He completed his clerical studies at Chevilly and was ordained priest in 1911. Returning to Ireland, he taught in St Mary’s College, Rathmines, and Blackrock College, Dublin. Later in life he suffered from Parkinson’ disease, from which he eventually died on 1 February 1956. He was buried in Kimmage, Dublin 12. (Farragher, ISR, 37)

Butler, Sr Hanora Magdalen (1903-98) RSM

Hanora Butler, daughter of Thomas and Margaret Butler, was born in Finniterstown, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 18 August 1903. She joined the Sisters of Mercy, Limerick, on 18 February 1905. When receiving the religious habit on 7 November 1925, she also received a new name, Sister Magdalen. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 18 April 1928. She specialised in catering and served in Rathkeale, Adare, Summerville, Nenagh and Mount St Vincent. Her last years were spent in Catherine McAuley House, Limerick, where she died on 26 October 1998. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Mary Josephine Butler RSM (qv). (RSM SC, AB 3/7/14)

Butler, Sr Mary Josephine (1895-1973) RSM

Mary Butler, daughter of Thomas and Margaret Butler, was born in Finniterstown, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 26 February 1895. She joined the Sisters of Mercy, Limerick, on 26 March 1917. When receiving the religious habit on 10 November 1917, she also received a new name, Sister Josephine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 6 December 1919. She spent most of her religious life in Limerick. She died

at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 21 February 1973, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Hanora Magdalen Butler RSM (qv). (RSM SC, AB 3/7/14)

Byrne, Rev Michael (1846-1917) Limerick

Michael Byrne was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 28 May, 1846. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest on 29 January, 1871. Following ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Tournafulla (1871-1872); Fedamore (1872-1873); Ardagh (1873); Banogue (1873-1874); Ardagh (1874-

1879) and Abbeyfeale (1879-1886). He was appointed Administrator of Tournafulla (1886-1890), before being appointed Parish Priest in the same parish (1890-1891). On 7 October, 1901, he was transferred in the same capacity to Abbeyfeale, where he remained until his death on 23 June, 1917, at the age of 71 years. (Tobin, 2004, 6)

Byrnes, Sr Mary Francesca (1921-87) SSHJM

Mary Byrnes, daughter of Daniel Byrnes and his wife, Hanah Noonan, was born in Ballyscanlan, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 10 August 1921. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary (SSHJM) in Chigwell, Essex, UK. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Francesca. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then qualified as a nurse and, among other assignments, worked at St Winifred’s Hospital, Cardiff, for several years. She died in St Winfred’s, Cardiff, on 9 July 1987 and was interred in that city. (SSHJM archives; ancestry.com)

Cagney, Br Daniel Casimir (1876-1954) FPM

Daniel Cagney, son of Daniel Cagney and his wife, Johanna Kennedy, was born in Ballinahaha, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 12 February 1876, and baptised in Ballingarry Catholic church the next day. He entered the novitiate of the Presentation Brothers, Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 2 January 1895. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Cassimir, on 12 July 1895. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 31 July 1897. He qualified as teacher and taught in Carrick-on-Shannon, Milltown, and Letterkenny before joining the Canadian province, where he held several leadership appointments. He

died in Longueuil on 18 January 1954, at the age of 77 years, and was interred in the Presentation Brothers burial plot in St Antoin cemetery, Longueuil, Quebec. He was a brother of Br Patrick Cassian Cagney (qv) and of Br Edward Albeus Cagney (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 25)

Cagney, Br Edward Albeus (1877-1964) FPM

Edward Cagney, son of Daniel Cagney and his wife, Johanna Kennedy, was born in Ballinahaha, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 22 February 1877 and baptised in Ballingarry Catholic church a couple of days later. He entered the Presentation Brothers novitiate at Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 23 November 1895. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Albeus, on 25 May 1896. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows at Mount St Joseph on 28 May 1898. He passed the King’s Scholarship in April 1904 and qualified as a teacher. He taught in several different schools, including Cork, Carrick-on-Shannon, Orpington, Killarney, Carlile, Cobh, Kinsale, Birr and Letterkenny, where he spent the latter part of his life. He died suddenly in Letterkenny on 16 August 1964, at the age of 87 years. He was interred in the Presentation Brothers’ burial plot, Dean’s Grange Ccemetery, Blackrock, Co. Dublin. He was a brother of both Brs Patrick Cassian Cagney (qv) and Danieal Cassimir Cagney (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 26)

Cagney, Br Patrick Cassian (1875-1961) FPM

Patrick Cagney, son of Daniel Cagney and his wife, Johanna Kennedy, was born in Ballinahaha, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Ballingarry Catholic church on 15 February 1875. He entered the Presentation Brothers novitiate, Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 18 August 1894. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, on 11 March 1895. On completion of his novitiate, he Brother Cassian made his religious profession on 13 March 1897. He qualified as a National teacher and held several posts of responsibility, including superior. He spent some years in Canada, where he acquired a reputation as an effective teacher. He spent his later years in Killarney, where he died after a lingering illness on 15 December 1961, at the age of 86 years. His final resting place was the Presentation Brothers burial plot in Aghadoe cemetery, overlooking the Lakes of Killarney. He was a brother of Brs Daniel Cassimir Cagney (qv) and James Albeus Cagney (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 27)

Cagney, Sr Margaret (1872-1906) RSM

Margaret Cagney, daughter of Daniel Cagney and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Ballinahaha, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, in 1872. She entered the Convent of Mercy, Hull, England, in 1903. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 4 January 1906. Soon afterwards, however, she fell ill and died on 3 September 1906. She was interred in the Convent of Mercy, Hull, England. She was a sister of Sr Mary Benedicta Cagney (qv). (RSM UK, JS 2012)

Cagney, Sr Mary Benedicta (1873-1934) RSM

Mary Agnes Cagney, daughter of Daniel Cagney and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Ballinahaha, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 31 March 1877. She entered the Convent of Mercy, Hull, England. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Benedicta, on 23 January 1896. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25 March 1899. She qualified as a teacher and taught in the Convent of Mercy Schools UK for many years. She died on 27 May 1934, and was interred in the convent cemetery, Hull, England. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Cagney (qv). (RSM UK, JS 2012)

Cahill, Br Patrick Hilarion (1897-1958) FPM

Patrick Cahill, son of Maurice Cahill and his wife, Mary Collins, was born on 2 April 1879, at the family home in Ballaugh, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. He entered the Presentation Brothers Preparatory School at Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 14 August 1899. He received the habit of the Presentation Brothers, together with a new religious name, Brother Hilarion, on 19 February 1900. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 12 April 1902. He passed the King’s Scholarship examination and qualified as a national teacher and taught in several schools, including Kinsale, Dungannon, Letterkenny, Coláiste Muire, Douglas, Cork. He spent his retirement years in Killarney. He died at Tralee District Hospital on 25 November 1958, at the age of 79 years. and was interred in Aghadoe cemetery, overlooking the Lakes of Killarney. He was a brother of Br Timothy Justin Cahill FPM (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 27)

Cahill, Br Timothy Justin (1872-1942) FPM

Timothy Cahill, son of Maurice Cahill and his wife, Mary Collins, was born on 27 November 1872, in Ballaugh, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. He entered the Presentation Brothers novitiate, Cork, on 15 September 1890. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Justin, on 30 March 1891. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 3 April 1893. He passed the King’s Scholarship and qualified as a National Teacher. He proved to be a very effective teacher. and was principal in several schools, including Carrick-on-Shannon, Killarney, Cork and Cobh. In 1925, he was elected Assistant General. He died at the South Monastery, Douglas Street, in Cork, on 28 March 1942, at the age of 69 years, and was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Cork. He was an older brother of Br Patrick Hilarion Cahill (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 28)

Cahill, Rev David (1924-2013) SDB

David Cahill, son of Thomas Cahill and his wife, Johanna Ward, was born in Inchebawn, Templeglantan, Co. Limerick, on 1 October 1924. He entered the Salesian Novitiate (SDB) at Backford, Worcs., UK, where he made his religious profession on 8 September 1951. He completed his ecclesiastical studies and was ordained priest on 31 July 1960. He continued his education in Rome, where he obtained a Licentiate in Philosophy, and at UCD, where he obtained a BAgSc degree in 1971. He spent several years on the staff of Warrenstown Agricultural College. He last years were spent at Elm Hall Nursing Home, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, where he died on 6 December 2013. He was buried in the Salesian Community Cemetery, Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick. (SDB, 2013)

Cahill, Rev Edward (1868-1941) SJ

Edward Cahill, son of Patrick Cahill and his wife, Lucy O’Dea nee Culhane, was born in Callow, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 19 February 1868. He entered and St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he studied for the priesthood. After obtaining minor orders, he decided to enter the Society of Jesus on 8 June 1891. He was ordained priest in the Jesuit church, Gardiner Street, Dublin, in 1897. He was then sent to teach at Mungret College, where he was successively teacher, rector and superior. In 1924, he was appointed Professor of Church History and lecturer in sociology at the

Jesuit scholasticate, Milltown Park, Dublin. He was a dedicated scholar and researcher and wrote many articles and several books. Among his books were Freemasonry and the Anti-Christian Movement (1929), which gave rise to controversy. His book, The Framework of a Christian State (1932), was regarded as his most important work. In 1926, he founded the Catholic study circle, An Rioghact, in Dublin. He was also associated with the organisation, Muintir na Tíre. He died on 16 July 1941, after a long illness and was buried in Dublin. The Taoiseach and members of the Oireachtas, including Mr Eamonn DeValera, leader of the opposition, attended his funeral. (SJ archives, 2009; The Standard, 18/7/1941)

Cahill, Sr Catherine Generosa (1855-1919) CSC

Catherine Cahill, daughter of Patrick Cahill and his wife, Mary Fitzgerald, was born in Kilmacat, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 28 March 1855. She joined the Congregation of the Holy Cross (CSC), with headquarters at St Mary’s, Notre Dame, Indiana, taking the name Sister Generosa, at her reception on 15 August, 1881. She made her profession on 15 August 1883. She spent the rest of her life at St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN, being involved mostly in the supervision of domestic arrangements. She died at St Mary’s on 9 December 1919, and was buried in the Holy Cross burial plot, Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN. She was a sister of Sr Ellen Euthalie Cahill (qv). (CSC JF, 2010)

Cahill, Sr Elizabeth Agostina (1875-1962) SMG

Elizabeth Cahill was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 22 February 1875. She entered the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Maryfield, Roehampton, London, on 22 July 1894. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Agostina. On completion of her novitiate training she made profession of vows in Maryfield on 8 December 1894. She spent the major part of her life at the SMG convent in Rome. In her later years, she returned to England and died on 20 February 1962. She was buried in the SMG burial plot in St Helen’s Lancs, UK. (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Cahill, Sr Ellen Euthalia (1859-1934) CSC

Ellen Cahill, daughter of Patrick Cahill and his wife, Mary Fitzgerald, was born in Kimacat, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised at her local

parish church on 28 November, 1859. She joined the Congregation of the Holy Cross (CSC), with headquarters at St Mary’s, Notre Dame, Indiana, taking the name Sister Euthalia, at her reception on 15 August, 1887. She made her profession on 15 August, 1892. She went to work at Sacred Heart Academy, Ogden, UT, where she had responsibility for junior girls who were boarders there. Following an illness, she was hospitalised at Holy Cross Hospital, Salt Lake, UT, in 1934. She died there from a cerebral haemorrhage on 27 June, 1934. She was buried in the Holy Cross burial plot, Mount Calvary cemetery, Salt Lake, UT. She was a sister of Sr Catherine Generosa Cahill (qv). (CSC JF, 2010)

Cahill, Sr Helen Maelisa (1931-92) RSM

Helen Ita Cahill, daughter of William and Hannah Cahill, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 23 October 1931. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 23 September 1951. When receiving the religious habit on 5 July 1952, she also received a new religious name, Sister Maelisa. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 31 August 1954. She qualified as a teacher at Mary Immaculate College of Education, Limerick, and spent most of her life in the classroom. She died at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 16 May 1992, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Joan St Anne Cahill RSM (qv). (RSM SC, AB 1/9/14)

Cahill, Sr Joan St Anne (1933-2006) RSM

Joan Mary Cahill, daughter of William and Hannah Cahill, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 6 June 1933. On completion of her secondary schooling at the Convent of Mercy, Newcastle West, she entered Mary Immaculate College of Education, where she qualified as a primary teacher. After one year’s teaching, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 11 October 1953. When receiving the religious habit on 3 June 1954, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary St Anne (subsequently changed to Joan). At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 29 August 1956. She taught in Adare Convent Primary School before going to Florida, USA, in 1960. There she taught at St Mary’s Catholic Parish School, Rockledge, Florida, subsequently holding the post of Principal for 19 years. She returned to Limerick in 2004, owing to deteriorating health. She spent her later years

at the Catherine McAuley Home, Limerick, where she died on 6 January 2006. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Helen Maelisa Cahill RSM (qv). (RSM SC, AB 1/9/14)

Cahill, Sr Mary Thomas (1928-2011) CSN

Mary Cahill, daughter of Thomas Cahill and his wife, Johanna Ward, was born in Inchebaun, Templeglantine, Co. Limerick, on 30 January 1928. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Nazareth (CSN) at Hammersmith, London, on 14 March 1947. When receiving the religious habit on 21 November 1947, she also received a new religious name, Sister Thomas of Villanova. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 24 May 1955. She then trained in Child Care. He assignments included: Northampton (1950-51); Middlesbrough (1952-53); Hammersmith (1953-54); Aberdeen (1954-55); Birmingham

(1955-56); Edinburgh (1956-58); Northampton (1958-63); Kilmarnock

(1963-65); Northampton (1965-73); Glasgow (1973-75); Cardiff (1976-

81) ; Birmingham (1981-85); Plymouth (1986-87); Wrexham (1989-

91); Bexhill (1992-95); Hammersmith (1998-99); Manchester, Superior (2000-07). She suffered a stroke on 30 January and died in Manchester on 31 January 2011. Her remains were taken home and she was buried in the family grave Templeglantine, Co. Limerick. (CSN PH, 18/3/2015)

Cahill, Sr Winifred (1881-1960) SCJM

Sr Winifred Cahill was born in Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 19 April 1881. She joined the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM), a Belgian congregation with houses in Ireland, and was a member of the founding community in Matara, Sri Lanka, in 1908. At her reception, she received the name, Sister Winifred. Several girls from the Kildimo area joined this congregation, with Irish headquarters in Moore Abbey, Monasterevan, Co. Kildare. In 1951, Sister Winifred was the recipient of a legacy of £300 for her mission from her relative, Mrs Bessie O’Halloran, nee Cahill, late of O’Connell Avenue, Limerick. Sr Winifred died on 15 December 1960, and was buried in Matara, Sri Lanka. (SCJM 7/4/16)

Carey, Rev Bernard (1865-1932) CSSp

Bernard Carey was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 28 May 1865. He entered the Spiritan Congregation in Blackrock, Co. Dublin, in 1882. He completed his priestly studies in France and was ordained priest in 1887. The following year, he joined a group of colleagues, who sailed to Australia to open a new mission in Ballarat. Subsequently, he ministered in many places, including the USA, Trinidad and East Africa. He was also chaplain in the Middle East during World War I. He spent his later years in St Mary’s College, Port of Spain. He died on 22 November 1932 and was buried in Lapyrouse Cemetery, Port of Spain, Trinidad. (Farragher, ISR, 47)

Carey, Sr Catherine Bernard (1934-2002) RSM

Catherine (Kathleen) Carey, daughter of Cornelius and Catherine Carey, was born at Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 25 June 1934. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Shankill, Isle of Wight, England, on 22 August 1949. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bernard. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Shankill on 2 June 1953. She qualified as a teacher and taught in the South of England for the remainder of her life. She died on 5 June 2002 and was buried in Shankill, Isle of Wight, UK. (RSM Int, MKD 2015; MB 23/2/16)

Carey, Sr Mary Angela (1873-1944) RSM

Angela Carey, daughter of James Carey and his wife, Margaret O’Malley, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 10 December 1873. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Jervis Street, Dublin, on 8 September 1900. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 16 April 1903. She worked at Jervis Street Hospital and died there on 12 September 1944. Her remains were interred in the cemetery attached to Goldenbridge Convent of Mercy, Dublin. (RSM SC, AB 7/10/15)

Carroll, Rev David (1865-1932) Limerick

David Carroll was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his parish church on 20 November 1865. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 1 September 1897, and was ordained priest on 21 June, 1891. Following ordination, he ministered for two years in the Archdiocese of Westminster. On his return to Ireland, he was appointed

curate, successively, in Mungret (1893-1894); St Patrick’s (1894-1910) and Dromin/ Athlacca (1910-1922). On 9 December 1922, he was appointed Parish Priest of Banogue and, in 1922, he was transferred to Mungret in the same capacity. He died in Mungret on 29 April 1932, at the age of 66 years. He was buried in the church grounds in Mungret, Co. Limerick. He was a brother of Rev Michael Carroll (qv). (Tobin, 2004, 8)

Carroll, Rev James (1887-1949) CSSp

James F Carroll, was born in Nantinan, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 6 April 1887. In his youth, he immigrated to the United States and studied at Pittsburgh Holy Ghost Preparatory School and College, graduating in 1907. He entered the Spiritan congregation and made profession of vows in Ferndale, WA. He was ordained priest in 1913 and obtained his Doctorate in theology (DD) in 1915. He taught theology in the Senior Spiritan Scholasticate in Ferndale for the next five years. In 1920, he was transferred to Duquesne University, where he taught philosophy during the following 12 years. He was appointed Dean of the College of Arts and, later, Vice-President of the University. He published several booklets on philosophy and devotional subjects. He died 18 July 1949, aged 62 years. (Farragher, ISR, 50)

Carroll, Rev James (c1799-1871) Pittsburgh

James Francis Carroll was born in Callow, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, about 1799. He trained for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Pitsburgh PA. He published the book, From Turf Fire to Boree Log (published, in Pittsburg PA, Bibl id. 2593800, 1935). He died in Philadelphia PA on 19 June 1871. (Ancestry.com, 2/7/2015)

Carroll, Rev John (c.1900-69) Limerick

John Carroll was born in Granagh, Co. Limerick, around 1900 and was educated for the priesthood in St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained on 21 June, 1925. He served for a short time in the archdiocese of Southwark before being appointed curate in Ballyhahill (1926), Ardagh (1928) and Bruff (1936). He was appointed Parish Priest of Glenroe in 1949. He was transferred to AskeatonBallysteen as Parish Priest on 14 January 1964, where he ministered until his sudden death on 10 September 1969. He was buried in the church grounds, Askeaton. (LDA, 2015).

Carroll, Rev Michael (1863-1942) Limerick

Michael Carroll was born Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 25 October 1863. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick on 22 December 1888. Following ordination, he ministered for two years in St Margaret’s parish, Ayr, in the diocese of Galloway. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Patrickswell/ Ballybrown (1893- 1896); Loughill (1886-1907); Bulgaden (1907-1908); Kilmallock (1908-

1910) and Ballyagran (1910-1917). On 23 January 1917, he was appointed Parish Priest of Stonehall (Kilcornan), but, in 1918, he was transferred to Loughill in the same capacity. He spent his final days as Parish Priest of Glin (1928-1942), where he died on 9 November 1942, at the age of 79 years. He was buried in the church grounds, Glin, Co. Limerick. In 1932, he was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter. He was a brother of Rev David Carroll (qv) (LDA, 2015)

Carroll, Rev Patrick (1875-1959) CSC

Patrick Joseph Carroll, son of Joseph Carroll and his wife, Hannah Moloney, was born in Ballybane, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 15 August 1875. In 1896, he went to the USA and joined the Holy Cross congregation, which conducted the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, IN. After his seminary training and university education at Notre Dame, he was ordained priest. He spent the remainder of his life at Notre Dame University. He wrote several books, the most popular being Patch, first published in 1946. The success of Patch gave rise to a mini-series of books, all featuring the adventures of the eponymous schoolboy hero, Patch. He was editor of the national Catholic journal, Ave Maria, for several years and was also vice- president of the University of Notre Dame. He died at Notre Dame on 18 November 1959 and was buried in Holy Cross Cemetery, Notre Dame, IN (CHC, Notre Dame, USA)

Carroll, Sr Anne Emilian (1916-2003) SCJM

Annie Carroll, daughter of Michael Carrol and his wife, Bridget Kennedy, was born in Ballybaun, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 16 January 1916. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) at Moore Abbey, Co. Kildare, on 28 August 1936. When receiving the religious habit on 23 March 1937, she also rceived a new religious name, Sister Emilian. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on

20 August 1938. She ministered in Tottington (Lancs. UK), Lethworth (Herts. UK) and Monasterevin, her duties being largely supervision of domestic work and care facilities. She died at Rosglas, Monasterevin, on on 8 April 2003 and was buried in the cemetery attached to Moore Abbey, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare. She was a niece of Sr Bridget H Carroll CSC (qv). (SCJM, Helen, 21/1/15)

Carroll, Sr Bridget Hieronyme (1869-1904) CSC

Bridget Carroll, daughter of Joseph Carroll and his wife, Johanna Moloney, was born in Ballybaun, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, and baptised in her local parish church on 24 September 1869. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Notre Dame, IN, on 7 October 1891. She received the religious habit, together with a new name, Sister Hieronyme, on 9 July 1892, and made her religious profession on 13 July 1894. She spent most of her life teaching in different schools of her congregation, including, Academy of the Holy Cross, Washington DC; Holy Cross Convent, Notre Dame IN; Mount Carmel Hospital, Columbus, OH and St Patrick’s Convent, Danville, IL. When her health began to decline, she returned to St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame IN, in 1902, where she obtained medical care and oversight. She died at Notre Dame IN on 6 August, 1904, aged 34 years, and was interred in Our Lady of Peace cemetery, St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN. (qv). (CSC JF, 2011)

Carroll, Sr Teresa Columbanus (1918-93) SCJM

Teresa Carroll, daughter of Michael Carrol and his wife, Bridget Kennedy, was born in Ballybaun, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 13 August 1918. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) at Totington, Lancs., UK, on 28 August 1936. When receiving the religious habit, she also rceived a new religious name, Sister Columbanus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25 March 1938 in Ghent. She ministered in Tottington (Lancs. UK), Letchworth (Herts. UK) Galle, Sri Lanka, Bendigo, Australia, and Lakenham, UK, her duties being largely supervision of domestic work and care facilities. She died at Roxley, UK, on 3 March 1993 and was interred in Letchworth, UK. She was a niece of Sr Bridget H Carroll CSC and a sister of Sr Anne Emilian Carroll (qv). (SCJM archives, Helen, 21/7/16)

Chawke, Rev William (1883-1936) Witchita

William Chawke was born in Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 12 December 1883. He was educated at St Michael’s College, Listowel, and St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow, where he was ordained for the diocese of Witchita, Kansas, US, in June 1909. He ministered in several parishes in Witchita, including Kingman, Kansas, where he died suddenly on 10 August 1936. He was buried in Kingman, Kansas, USA. (LL, 29/8/1936, p.9)

Colbert, Br Daniel Christopher (1885-1956) FPM

Daniel Colbert, son of John Colbert and his wife, Kate O’Connor, was born in Lower Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on Christmas day, 25 December 1885. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, on 8 September 1903. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Christopher, on 1 March 1904. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 17 March 1906. He passed the King’s Scholarship and qualified as a teacher. In additioin to teaching, he held posts of responsibility in several schools, including Cork, Orpington, and Killarney. In 1911, he volunteered for Canada, where he taught in several schools, including St Patrick’s Academy, Sherbrooke, Canada. In August 1926, he returned to Ireland, where, again, he held several posts of responsibility. He died at the Bon Secours Hospital, Cork on 31 July 1956, at the age of 70 years. He was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Cork. He was a brother of Br William Andrew Colbert (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 42)

Colbert, Br William Andrew (1871-1950) FPM

William Colbert, son of John Colbert and his wife, Kate O’Connor, was born in Lower Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the parish church a few days later on 15 February 1871. On 8 September, 1894, he entered the Presentation Brothers, at Mount St Joseph, Cork. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Andrew, on 14 April 1895. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 21 April 1897. He served in Cobh and Killarney. He died on 30 June 1950, following a road accident, when he was hit by a cyclist, while on vacation in Ballybunnion, Co. Kerry. He was then 59 years

of age. He was buried in the Presentation Brothers burial plot, Aghadoe cemetery, overlooking the Lakes of Killarney. He was a brother of Daniel Colbert (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 43)

Coleman, Sr Bridget Euphrasia (1873-1931) OSB

Bridget Coleman, daughter of Thomas Coleman and his wife, Margaret Dore, was born in Drominacreen, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 12 December 1873. She joined the Benedictine Order (OSB) in Atchison, Kansas, USA, on 17 July 1894. When receiving the religious habit on 1 January 1895, she also received a new religious name, Sister Euphrasia. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 1 January 1896. She spent her life teaching, her assignments including St Benedict’s School, Kansas; SS Peter and Paul School, Seneca, KS, and St Joseph’s School, St Joseph, MO. She died suddenly on 14 May 1931 and was interred in the cemetery attached to her convent. She was a sister of Sr Katherine Julia Coleman (qv). (OSB MLK, 5/12/2011)

Coleman, Sr Katherine Julia (1878-1902) OSB

Katherine Coleman, daughter of Thomas Coleman and his wife, Margaret Dore, was born in Drominacreen, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 6 January 1878. She joined the Benedictine Order (OSB) in Atchison, Kansas, USA, in January 1899. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 15 August 1900. She had a very short life, dying after a short illness of renal failure on 1 May 1902. The convent annals record: ‘During the night she fell ill. She was removed to the infirmary and the doctor and priest summoned, but she died during the night… of uremic poison’. She was buried in the USA. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Euphrasia Coleman (qv). (OSB MLK, 5/12/2011)

Coleman, Sr Mary Lelia (1923-2011) SJC

Mary Coleman, daughter of John Coleman and his wife, Eileen Gaffney, was born in Carhumore, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 1 September 1923. She joined the Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny (SJC) at Galen Priory, Ferbane, Co. Offaly, in 1941. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Lelia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 12 August 1944. She then completed her training as a primary teacher in London, and was assigned to the island of St Lucia,

where she taught for forty years in St Joseph’s Convent School, Castries. When her health deteriorated, she returned to Ireland and lived at the SJC convent, Ferbane, Co. Offaly. She spent her last months in the SJC Care Unit at Mount Sackville, where she died on 23 October 2011. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount Sackville, Dublin 20. (SJC BM 1/12/2015)

Collins, Br Richard Kevin (1863-1931) FPM

Richard Collins was born in Ballagh, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 1 July 1863. He entered the novitiate of the Presentation Brothers at Killarney, Co. Kerry, in 1887. When receiving the religious habit in 1890, he also received a new religious name, Brother Kevin. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows at Killarney on 2 August 1892. He qualified as a teacher and taught at Cobh and Birr, where he was superior (1922-1923). He spent his later years in Killarney, where he died, after a brief illness, on 11 August 1931, aged 68 years. He was interred in the cemetery at the old monastery, Killarney, his remains being subsequently translated to the Presentation Brothers’ burial plot, Aghadoe cemetery, overlooking the Lakes of Killarney. (Feheney, 2013, 46)

Collins, Br Thomas Edwin (1874-1938) FPM

Thomas Collins, son of Thomas Collins and his wife, Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 19 April 1874. He entered the Presentation Brothers in novitiate at the South Monastery, Cork, on 8 June 1891. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Edwin, on 7 April 1892. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows at the South Monastery on 23 April 1894. He qualified as a teacher and taught in Kinsale, Queenstown (now Cobh), Killarney, where he was superior (1905-1907) and Boyle, where he was superior (1910-1916). In 1914, he joined the Canadian province, and secured a Teacher’s Diploma from the Quebec Schools Authority in August 1916. He taught at Chaveau School, Montreal, before his appointment to St Patrick’s Academy, Sherbrooke, where he spent 22 years. He died at Ross Memorial Hospital, Montreal, on 29 May 1938, aged 63 years. He was interred in the Presentation Brothers’ burial plot, St Antoine cemetery, Longueuil, Quebec. (Feheney, 2013, 47)

Collins, Rev Cornelius (c1927-2013) Limerick

Cornelius (Con) Collins, son of John and Nora Collins, was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, about 1927. While still a child, his parents and family moved to Carrigeen, Croom, and settled on a farm there. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained on 22 June 1952. After ordination, he ministered for five years in Kildare, before taking up duties as curate in St John’s, Limerick, in 1957. He was appointed Administrator of St John’s in 1971 and curate in Ballingarry in 1976. In 1980, he was appointed Parish Priest of Glin and transferred to Mahoonagh in the same capacity in 1993. He retired to Patrickswell in 2004. During his last months, he was cared for at Milford Hospice, where he died on 24 April 2013. He was buried in Relig Mhuire, Croom, Co. Limerick. (LL 21/9/2013)

Collins, Rev Daniel (1912-99) Los Angeles

Daniel Collins was born in Port, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 13 March 1912. He was ordained priest in Rome on 19 March, 1935. He served in several parishes in the archdiocese of Los Angeles. He served at St Lawrence Martyr Parish, Los Angeles, USA, for 26 years and was awarded the title of Monsignor. He died in Los Angeles on 10 October 1999. There is a grave stone to his memory in the grounds of the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. He was a brother of Rev Mgr Michael P Collins. (PBVM, CC, 2016)

Collins, Rev John (1886-1991) Bombay

John Collins was born in Glenquin, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1886. His mother died when he was a small child and he was cared for by his cousin, Ms O’Sullivan, at Killinboy, Co. Clare. After completing his primary schooling, he joined the Royal Irish Constabulary (RIC) in 1913 (service number: 67092), remaining in the force until 28 December 1917, when he resigned and began to study for the priesthood. After ordination, he went to Bombay (now renamed Mumbai), India, where a British regiment was stationed. He worked for the remainder of his life in Mumbai and died there in 1991, at the age of 105 years. He was reported as having been awarded the title of Monsignor. (JM, 2015)

Collins, Rev Michael (1918-2010) Orange

Michael P Collins was born in Port, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 29 June 1918. He was ordained priest on 3 June 1943, for the diocese of Orange, CA. He ministered in several parishes in that diocese, his last assignment being in Huntington Beach, CA. In his later life, he received the title of Monsignor from the His Holiness, the Pope. He died on 6 May 2010, and was interred in Huntington Beach cemetery, CA. There is a headstone to his memory in the grounds of the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. He was a brother of Mgr Daniel Collins, who also ministered in California. (PBVM CC, 2016)

Collins, Rev Patrick (1902-76) Los Angeles

Patrick Collins was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 3 June 1902. He completed his clerical studies in the USA and was ordained priest for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles on 19 June 1929. He was administrator of St Kevin’s Parish, Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, from 1940 to 1945. He returned to St Kevin’s some twenty years later and spent his last years there as a much-esteemed Pastor (1966-1975). He retired in 1975, after being made a Monsignor. He died on 15 October 1976, and was buried in Los Angeles, USA. ((PBVM CC, 28/4/16)

Collins, Sr Catherine Rita (1884-1965) HFB

Catherine Collins was born in Arranagh, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 6 February 1884. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 14 August 1905. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Rita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died at Sicklinghall, Yorks., on 9 June 1965. She was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Collins, Sr Kathleen Alphonsus (1909-91) RSM

Kathleen (Kit) Collins, daughter of Denis and Ellen Collins, was born in Ballylahive, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 9 December 1907. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Brentwood, UK, on 21 March 1921. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Alphonsus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows

on 30 September 1933. She qualified as a teacher and taught initially in the UK but, subsequently, in South Africa. On her return to the UK, she was appointed principal of a large Catholic school in Colchester. She was also superior of her community. She died 17 December 1991 and was buried in the cemetery at Hornchurch, Essex, UK. She was a sister of Sr Nora Enda Collins LCM (qv). (RSM Int, MKD 4/11/15; DF, NCW 2015)

Collins, Sr Nora Enda (1911-72) LCM

Nora Mary Collins, daughter of Denis and Ellen Collins, was born in Balylahive, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 16 April 1911. She joined the Little Company of Mary (LCM) on 24 September 1927. When receiving the religious habit on 25 Marcy 1928, she also received a new religious name, Sister Enda. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25 March 1930. She qualified as a nurse and spent most of her life working in South Africa. She died in Port Elizabeth on 13 May 1972. Her remains were interred in Port Elizabeth, SA. She was a sister of Sr Kathleen Alphonsus Collins RSM (qv). (LCM, CK 4/12/15)

Connellan, Rev Brendan (1928-2009) Limerick

Brendan Connellan was born in Knockaderry, Co. Limerick, in March 1928. In 1945, He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, in 1945, and was ordained priest in 1952. A brilliant student, he also obtained several academic degrees, including BA, BD, BPh and HDE. After ordination, he taught at St Munchin’s College until 1967, when he was appointed curate, successively, in Mungret (1967-1978) and Southill (1978-1985). In 1985, he was appointed Parish Priest of St Mary’s (1985-2002). He retired in 2002, but continued to assist at St Mary’s until his final illness. He died at the Limerick Regional Hospital on 29 December2009. He was buried in the church grounds of St Mary’s Church, Limerick. He was a brothor of Rev Sean Connellan OMI (qv) and Rev Colm Connellan OMI (qv). (Clerical Whispers 6/1/2010)

Connellan, Rev Colm (1921-95) OMI

Thomas Colm Connellan, son of John Connellan and his wife, Mary Hogan, both from Knockaderry, Co. Limerick, was born in Ballarat, New South Wales, Australia, on 28 February 1919. When his family returned to Co. Limerick, he attended the Good Counsel College, New Ross, Co.

Wexford (1934-1935) and subsequently entered the Oblate Novitiate. He made profession of vows on 15 September 1940. He then studied at UCD (BA, MA) before his ordination as priest on 29 June 1948. He taught in the Oblate scholasticate, Belcamp Hall, Raheny, and lectured in philosopy at UCD. He spent the remainder of his life in Belcamp and died on 9 March 1995. He was buried in the Oblate cemetery, Inchicore, Dublin 8. He was a brothor of Rev Sean Connellan OMI (qv) and Rev Brendan Connellan (qv), as well as of Srs Enda HFB, Una LCM and Loreto Connellan HFB (qv). (OMI Archives, 11/8/14)

Connellan, Rev John (1919-89) OMI

John James (Sean) Connellan, son of John Connellan and his wife, Mary Hogan, both from Knockaderry, Co. Limerick, was born in Ballarat, New South Wales, Australia, on 28 February 1919. When his family returned to Co. Limerick, he entered the Oblate novitiate at Cahermoyle, Co. Limerick, taking his vows there on 15 September 1937. On completing his ecclesiastical studies, he was ordained priest on 29 June 1942. Following ordination, he was assigned to St Anne’s Parish, Birmingham (1943-1953), after which he served at Sacred Heart Church, Kilburn, London. He also served in Leeds (1960-1966) and Rock Ferry, Cheshire (1966-1989). In 1989, he retired to the Sisters of Mercy Nursing Home at Colwyn Bay, N Wales, where he died on 10 October 1989. He was buried in the Oblate cemetery, Inchicore, Dublin 8. He was a brothor of Rev Thomas C Connellan OMI (qv) and Rev Brendan Connellan (qv) (OMI Archives, 11/8/14)

Connellan, Sr Brigid Enda (1917-2007) HFB

Brigid Connellan, daughter of John Connellan and his wife, Mary Hogan, was born in Victoria, Australia, of Limerick parents, on 11 June 1917. While she was still a child, she moved with her family to Knockaderry Co. Limerick. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) on 29 January 1936. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Enda. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She taught in several schools in England. She died on 24 June 2007 at Sickinghall, Wetherby, Yorks. and was buried in the cemetery attached to the HFB convent. She was a sister of Sr Maureen Lorette Connellan (qv). (HFB CM, 17/12/14)

Connellan, Sr Maureen Lorette (1916-98) HFB

Maureen Connellan, daughter of John Connellan and his wife, Mary Hogan, was born in Victoria, Australia, of Limerick parents, on 30 January 1916. While she was still a child, she moved with her family to Knockaderry Co. Limerick. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) on 17 January 1935. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Lorette. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She taught in several schools in England. She died at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 3 March 1998 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the HFB convent there. She was a sister of Sr Brigid Enda Connellan (qv). (HFB CM, 17/12/14)

Connery, Rev Edmund (c.1787-1858) Limerick

Edmund Connery was born in Court, Kildimo, about 1787. He was ordained priest and, in 1817, became Parish Priest of Kildimo/ Pallaskenry, in succession to Fr Michael Copps. In 1835, he was transferred to Bruree and, in 1839, to Fedamore. In 1854, he returned to Kildimo/ Pallaskenry and died on 15 January 1858. He was interred in Castletown cemetery, Paallaskenry. He is thought to have been a close relative of Fr Michael Connery (qv). (Feheney 2010, 21)

Connery, Rev Michael (c.1827-82) Limerick

Michael Connery was born in Court, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, about 1827. He entered St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, on 14 September 1850. In the course of his ecclesiastical studies, he specialised in humanities. He was ordained for the diocese of Limerick in Maynooth on 29 May 1860. His appointments included: curate, Monagea (1860-1861); curate, Manister (1861-1863); curate Abbeyfeale (1863-1877); parish priest, Coolcappa (1877-1882). He died in Coolcappa on 26 June 1882, aged 55 years. He was buried in the church grounds, Coolcappa. He was a brother of Rev William Connery (qv), who was ordained in 1850. (Hamell, 1982, 45; Tobin, 2004, 17)

Connery, Rev Thomas (c.1820) Limerick

Thomas Connery was a close relative of Rev Edmund Connery (qv), Parish Priest of Kildimo/ Pallaskenry, and was also born in Court, Kildimo,

around 1820. He became Parish Priest of Meanus. The Connery family are listed as tenants of the Earl of Limerick in Kildimo in Griffith’s Valuation of 1850. (Feheney 2013, 22; Griffith, 1850, 47)

Connery, Rev William (c.1818-88) Limerick

William Connery was born about 1818 and entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 26 August 1844. He was ordained priest on 11 July 1850. His appointments in the diocese included: Fedamore/ Manister, curate, 1850-51/52; St Munchin’s, curate, 1851/2-1853; Effin, curate, 1853-58; Killdimo/ Pallaskenry, curate, 1858-1864; Shanagolden, curate, 1864- 1872. On 14 January, 1873, he was appointed Parish Priest of Ardpatrick, where he remained until his transfer, as Parish Priest, to Effin on 18 April, 1879. He remained in this post until his death on 26 January, 1888. He was a brother of Fr Michael Connery (qv), who was ordained in 1860 (qv) and is thought to have been born in Court, Kildimo. (Tobin, 2004, 17)

Connolly, Sr Brigid Angela (1870-1933) FCJ

Brigid Connolly, daughter of John Connolly and his wife, May Ann McNamara, was born in Ballycullane, Glin, Co. Limerick, on 13 June 1870. She entered the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) in Melbourne, Australia, on 31 March 1892. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Angela. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She taught for several years in Australia before her transfer to Europe. She died on 30 May 1933. (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Connors, Rev John (1911-84) Limerick

John Connors was born in Adare in July 1911. Subsequently, his family moved from Adare to Kilfinny and thence to Dublin. He attended St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he completed his seminary studies and was ordained priest in June 1936. He served as curate in several parishes, before his appointment as Parish Priest of Monagea in 1965. In 1974, he was transferred to Ardagh/ Carrickerry in the same capacity and served there until his death. He died on 13 April 1984, aged 72 years, and was buried in the church grounds, Ardagh, Co. Limerick. (CBS PPU, #3, 51)

Conway, Rev John (1872-1931) Limerick

John Conway was born in Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the parish church on 10 December 1872. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he completed his studies and was ordained priest on 20 June 1897. After ordination, he was sent to the Dunboyne Institute, Maynooth, for postgraduate studies. He was then appointed curate, successively, in Tournafulla (1899-1903); Glin (1893-1895) and Bruff (1895-1926). On 28 May 1926, he was appointed Parish Priest of Glenroe (1926-1931). He remained in this post until his death on 30 August 1931. He was buried in the church grounds, Glenroe, Co. Limerick. He was a brother of Rev Patrick Conway (qv). (Tobin, 2004, 20)

Conway, Rev Patrick (1877-1933) Limerick

Patrick Conway was born in Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the parish church on 18 February 1877. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, in 1895, and after completing his studies, was ordained priest in Maynooth on 22 June 1902. Following ordination, he was sent on loan to Ballyscullion in the diocese of Derry. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Donaghmore (1807); Shanagolden (1907-1911); St Munchin’s (1911-1912); Ardpatrick (1912-

1913); Manister (1913-1914); Ardpatrick (1914-1919) and Croom (1919- 1922). In 1922, his health deteriorated and he retired to Belmont Park Nursing Home, Waterford, where he remained until his death on 12 October 1933, at the age of 56 Years. He was buried in Belmont Park, Waterford. He was a brother of Rev John Conway (qv) (Tobin, 2004, 21)

Copps, Rev Michael (c.1737-1817) Limerick

Michael Copps was born in the barony of Kenry and became parish priest of Ardcanny in the first quarter of the nineteenth century. It would also appear that he was an able student, since he held the advanced degree of Doctor of Divinity (DD). He was parish priest of Ardcanny for at least ten years before his death. He lived in a cottage, on the site of the present Salesian College. The name, Copsewood, derived from his surname, was given to the house built by General James Caulfeild, on the site of Fr Copps’ cottage. Copps’ relatives continued to reside in the parish of Kildimo/Pallaskenry and the late Joe Copps/Copes claimed to be a relative

of the priest. Fr Copps died on 3 March 1817, aged 80 years. He was buried in nearby Killurach cemetery, Pallaskenry, where his gravestone still lies. (Joseph Copse to JMF, 2001)

Corbett, Sr Johanna Conception (1845-1920) RGS

Johanna Corbett, daughter of Nicholas Corbett and his wife, Margaret Gleeson, was born in Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 12 September 1845. She joined the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS) in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, on 1 January 1865. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Immaculate Conception. At the end of her novitiate, she made made profession of vows. She spent her entire life in Australia, dying at Oakleigh, Victoria, on 9 August 1920. She was buried in Oakleigh, Vic., Au. (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Corbett, Sr Penelope De Sales (1898-1962) RSM

Penelope Corbett, daughter of Patrick Corbett and his wife, Hannah Tierney, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 7 June 1898. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Cobh, Co. Cork, on 15 August 1925. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister De Sales. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at Bellavista, Cobh, Co. Cork, on 2 May 1925. She spent most of her life teaching at Rushbrooke, Co. Cork. She died on 3 June 1962 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Rushbrooke, Co. Cork. (RSM SP, DL 8/5/16)

Costello, Rev William (1916-95) CSSp

William Costello was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 30 January 1916. He entered the Spiritan congregation (CSSp) in Kimmage, Dublin, but, following initial studies, transferred to the US province, where he was ordained priest in 1945. He then joined the CSSp mission in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, where he ministered for several years. Subsequently, he ministered in Nairobi and mastered the Swahili language. In 1984, he undertook chaplaincy work in England. He died on 25 February 1995 and was interred in the cemetery attached to Kimmage scholasticate, Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 77)

Costello, Sr Bridget Evangelist (1844-1930) RSM

Bridget Costello, daughter of John and Margaret Costello, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, in 1844. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Pontypool, South Wales, in 1868. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Evangelist. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at Pontypool on 18 August 1871. She died on 14 April 1930 and was buried in Balgay Cemetery, Dundee, Scotland. (RSM UK, 4/3/15)

Costello, Sr Eileen Martin (1889-1973) SMG

Eileen (Eily) Costello was born in Cloonleharde, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, on 14 April 1889. She entered the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) on 22 February 1907. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Josephine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 September 1909. She ministered for many years in Rome. She died on 3 November 1973 and was interred in Ealing, London. She was a sister of Sr Johanna Josephine Costello SMG (qv). (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Costello, Sr Helena Angela (1870-1954) RSM

Helena Costello was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick in 1870. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Anne’s Convent, Mohill, Co. Leitrim, in 1890. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Angela, by which she was subsequently known. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in January 1893. She spent her entire life in Mohill, and, for much of it, was engaged in teaching. She died on 11 June, 1954, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Mohill, Co. Leitrim. (RSM SP, DL 30/5/14)

Costello, Sr Johanna Josephine (1899-1967) SMG

Johanna Costello was born in Cloonleharde, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, on 26 August 1899. She entered the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) in the UK on 5 November 1921. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Josephine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 14 July 1923. She taught

in Gloucester, Liverpool and Rome. She died on 7 March 1967 and was buried in Streatham Vale, London, UK. She was a sister of Sr Eileen Martin Costello SMG (qv). (SMG, JO’R, 6/9/15)

Costello, Sr Mary Stanislaus (1905-48) RSM

Mary Brigid Costello, daughter of Patrick and Catherine Costello, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 4 April, 1905. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Newtownforbes, Co. Longford, on 9 July, 1927. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Mary Stanislaus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Newtownforbes on 3 April, 1930. She spent the remainder of her life in Newtownforbes and died there on 8 January, 1948. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Newtownforbes, Co. Longford. (RSM SP, DL 30/5/14)

Cotter, Most Rev Timothy (1916-88) OSA, Bishop

Timothy Kieran Cotter was born in Killenagh, Dromtrasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 14 June 1916. At the end of his secondary schooling, he joined the Order of St Augustine (OSA). On completion of his novitiate at Orlagh, Templeogue, Dublin, he went to Rome for his clerical training and was ordained priest there on 13 July 1941. In 1943, he was assigned to the Augustinian missions in Nigeria and, on 5 July 1962, he was appointed Prefect of Maiduguri, Borno State, North-eastern Nigeria. Four years later, on 7 June 1966, he was appointed Bishop of Maiduguri and ministered in this capacity for the next 22 years. He died on 15 March 1988, at the age of 71, while still in office. His remains were interred in the Cathedral at Maiduguiri, North-Eastern Nigeria. (Dromtrasna School Mag)

Cotter, Rev James (1889-1954) Galveston

James William Cotter was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 1 August 1889. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Galveston, Texas, USA, on 6 June 1914. Subsequently, he transferred to the diocese (now archdiocese) of Detroit, MI. Among the parishes, in which he served, were St Mary’s, Williamston, MI, where he was Pastor (1924-1929); Holy Name, Birmingham MI (1929-1940); St Mary’s, Adrain MI (1940-1942); St Rita’s Detroit, MI (1942-1954). He died in Ionia, Michigan, on 6 February 1954 and was interred in that city. (Detroit, HC, 10/9/15)

Cotter, Sr Catherine Benedicta (1933-2012) RSM

Catherine Cotter, daughter of Maurice Cotter and his wife, Helen O’Donoghue, was born in Cratloe West, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 20 March 1933. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St John’s, Balloonagh, Tralee, on 24 September 1951. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Benedicta. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1954. She then trained as a nurse in the Mercy Hospital, Cork. After qualifying, she held nursing posts in St Catherine’s County Hospital, Tralee, retiring with 40 years’ service. In 2003, she began to provide a Pastoral Ministry Service for Cúil Didín Residential Care Community. She died at Kerry General Hospital Tralee on 5 August 2012. She was buried in New Rath Cemetery, Tralee, Co. Kerry (RSM SP, DL 29/12/14)

Cotter, Sr Catherine Mary (1913-75) SOSJ

Catherine Cotter, daughter of John and Mary Ellen Cotter, was born in Glenduff, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 17 March 1913. She attended the Juniorate of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) at Newmarket, Co. Cork. She joined this congregation and was sent to Australia. She arrived at the novitiate, Mount Street, Sydney, NSW, on 8 December 1932. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Catherine Mary. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Sydney on 6 January 1935. She qualified as a teacher and taught in several parts of Australia. She died in Sydney on 4 October 1975. She was buried in the Josephite burial plot, Macquarie Park, Sydney, NSW. She was one of six sisters in the SOSJ congregation. (SOSJ 2015)

Cotter, Sr Eileen Martina (1897-1994) RSM

Eileen Cotter, daughter of Philip Cotter and his wife, Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 19 April 1897. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, on 18 March 1916. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Martina. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent all her life in Australia, dying in Victoria on 11 January 1994. She was buried in Victoria. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Denise Cotter (qv) (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Cotter, Sr Ellen Lelia (1905-96) SOSJ

Ellen Mary Cotter, daughter of John and Mary Ellen Cotter, was born in Glenduff, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 16 May 1905. She attended the Juniorate of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) at Newmarket, Co. Cork. She joined this congregation and was sent to Australia. She arrived at the novitiate in Mount Street, Sydney, NSW, on 5 September 1923. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Lelia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Sydney on 6 January 1926. She qualified as a teacher and spent most of her religious life in the classroom. She died in Sydney, NSW, on 26 July 1996 She was buried in the Josephite burial plot, Macquarie Park, Sydney, NSW. She was one of six sisters in the SOSJ congregation. (SOSJ 2015, JM 2015)

Cotter, Sr Helen Augustine (1918-95) LCM

Helen Cotter, daughter of John Cotter and his wife, Helen McCarthy, was born in Dromtrasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 18 August 1918. She entered the Little Company of Mary (LCM) at Hillingdon, London, on 26 October 1939. When receiving the religious habit at the Mother House in Rome on 11 October 1940, she also received a new religious name, Sister Augustine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 11 October 1942. She was retained on the staff at the Mother House in Rome until 1968, when she was transferred to the LCM convent in Florence. In 1972, she was transferred to the LCM convent in Fiesole, Italy, where she remained until her death on 7 May 1995. She was interred in the LCM burial plot at Fiesole, Italy. She was a sister of Sr Teresa Cotter DMJ and of Bishop Timothy Cotter OSA. (LCM CK, 29/9/15).

Cotter, Sr Ita Benita (1913-2002) SOSJ

Ita Cotter, daughter of John and Mary Ellen Cotter, was born in Glenduff, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 17 March 1917. She attended the Juniorate of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) at Newmarket, Co. Cork. She joined this congregation and was sent to Australia. She arrived at the novitiate, Mount Street, Sydney, NSW, on 17 December 1931. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Benita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Sydney on 25 May 1934. She qualified as a teacher and spent most of her religious

life in the classroom. She went to New Zealand and worked in Eastbourne for several years. She died in Sydney on 22 October 2002. She was buried in the Josephite burial plot, Macquarie Park, Sydney, NSW. She was one of six sisters in the SOSJ congregation. (SOSJ 2015; JM, 2015)

Cotter, Sr Johanna Benedict (1914-82) SOSJ

Johanna or Josephine Cotter, daughter of John and Mary Ellen Cotter, was born in Glenduff, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 4 October 1914. She attended the Juniorate of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) at Newmarket, Co. Cork. She joined this congregation and was sent to Australia. She arrived at the novitiate, Mount Street, Sydney, NSW, on 20 October 1937. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Benedict. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Sydney on 25 May 1939. She qualified as a teacher and taught in several places in Australia. She died on 19 February 1982 and was buried in Panmure Cemetery, Auckland, New Zealand. She was one of six Cotter sisters in the SOSJ congregation. (SOSJ 2015, JM 2015)

Cotter, Sr Margaret Denise (1895-1994) RSM

Margaret Cotter, daughter of Philip Cotter and his wife, Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 9 October 1895. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, on 6 March 1915. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Denise. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent the rest of her life in Australia, dying in Kyneton, Victoria, on 21 May 1967. She was buried in Kyneton, Vic. She was a sister of Sr Eileen Martina Cotter (qv). (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Cotter, Sr Margaret Patrick (1907-82) SOSJ

Margaret (Madge) Cotter, daughter of John and Mary Ellen Cotter, was born in Glenduff, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 20 May 1907. She attended the Juniorate of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) at Newmarket, Co. Cork. She joined this congregation and was sent to Australia. She arrived at the novitiate in Mount Street, Sydney, NSW, on 22 December 1926. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patrick. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Sydney on 6 January 1929. She qualified as a teacher

and taught in several places in Australia and New Zealand, especially Waiora. She died in New Zealand on 19 February 1982 and was buried in Panmure Cemetery, Auckland, New Zealand. She was one of six sisters in the SOSJ congregation. (SOSJ 2015, JM 2015)

Cotter, Sr Mary Arsenius (1904-72) SOSJ

Mary (Molly) Cotter, daughter of John and Mary Ellen Cotter, was born in Glenduff, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 8 November 1904. She attended the Juniorate of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) at Newmarket, Co. Cork. She joined this congregation and was sent to Australia. She arrived at the novitiate in Mount Street, Sydney, NSW, on 9 November 1920. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Arsenius. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Sydney on 6 January 1923. She qualified as a teacher and taught in several places in Australia and New Zealand, including Matata. She died in New Zealand on 28 April 1972, aged 67 years. She was buried in Panmure Cemetery, Auckland, New Zealand. She was one of six sisters in the SOSJ congregation. (SOSJ 2015, JM 2015)

Cotter, Sr Teresa Josephine (1914-2011) DMJ

Teresa Cotter, daughter of Thomas and Eileen Cotter, was born in Dromtrasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 2 April 1914. She entered the Daughters of Mary and Joseph (DMJ) in Scarborough, UK, in 1935. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1937. She went to the USA in 1939, joining the DMJ mission in Los Angeles, CA. She spent most of her life in the classroom, teaching in Saint Augustine, Saint James, Saint Anthony, Saint Sebastian, Melode and Palms. Subsequently, she worked in Culver City, CA. She died on 22 September 2011 and was buried in CA, USA. (DMJ, AN 28/3/16)

Coughlan, Sr Anne Simeon (1944-98) PBVM

Anne Coughlan was born in Cloncrippa House, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 13 October 1944. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), entering the novitiate, Castleconnell, on 24 March 1962. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Simeon. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 30 March 1964. She then joined the English province in Matlock, Derbyshire. She completed her

teacher training course, qualified as a teacher, and taught at Huddersfield (1969-84), where she was also superior; Lilybank, Derbyshire (1984-88); St Mary’s, Bicester Oxon. (1988-94) and Ryde, Isle of Wight (1994-96). In 1996, she went to work in Sichili, Zambia, where she became administrator of the local hospital. She was killed in an automobile accident in Zambia on 19 April 1998. He remains were returned to Ireland and buried in Kilmeedy cemetery, Co. Limerick. (PBVM SR 28/11/14)

Cowper, Rev James (1896-1975) Limerick

James Cowper, son of Thomas and Mary Anne Cowper, was born in Bridge Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1896. He was educated at St Patrick’s Seminary Maynooth and the Irish College, Rome, where where he was awarded a Doctor of Divinity degree. He was ordained priest in Rome on 12 March 1921. Following his ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Ardpatrick (1921-1922); Donoughmore (1922-1924) and St Michael’s (1924-1942). In 1942, he was appointed Administrator of St Patrick’s and its Parish Priest in 1946. The same year he was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter. In 1946, he was appointed Parish Priest of Kilmallock. He died at Milford House, Limerick, on 4 March 1979, and was buried in the church grounds, Killmallock, Co. Limerick (LDA, 26/2/16)

Creedon, Br John Francis (1910-88) CFC

John Creedon, son of Martin and Catherine Creedon, was born in Ashgrove, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1910. He joined the Christian Brothers (CFC). When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Francis. He qualified as a teacher at the Marino Institute of Education, after which he attended the National University of Ireland (UCD) and obtained a degree. He taught in CFC schools in Cahirciveen, Neenagh and Ennistymon. He was also superior in Thurles. He spent his later years in the CFC Rest Home, Baldoyle, Dublin, where he died in 1988. He was a brother of Br Patrick T Creedon CFC (qv) (Duhig, NCW, 15/10/15)

Creedon, Br Patrick Theodore (1919-98) CFC

Patrick Creedon, son of Martin and Catherine Creedon, was born in Ashgrove, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1919. In 1934, he joined

the Christian Brothers (CFC). When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Theodore. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1944. He qualified as a National teacher at Marino Institute of Education, Dublin, after which he taught in several CFC schools, including Templemore, Westland Row (Dublin) Charleville, Kilkenny and Portlaoise. He died in Portlaoise in 1998 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the CFC monastery there. He was a brother of Br John F Creedon CFC (qv) ((Duhig, NCW, 15/10/15)

Cregan, Rev Denis (1811-92) Limerick

Denis Cregan was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, in 1811. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, where he was ordained priest in 1838. Following his ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Coolcappa (1838-1840); Newcastle West (1840-1850) and Adare (1850-1860). In 1860, he was appointed Parish Priest of Bruree, where he remained until his transfer to Bruff as Parish Priest in 1866. He died as Parish Priest of Bruff on 22 January 1892, and was buried in the church grounds. He held the following diocesan appointments: Vicar Forane (1864); Vicar General and Archdeacon (1866) and Dean of the Diocese (1885). (Tobin, 2004, 23)

Cregan, Rev Donal (1911-95) CM

Donal Francis Cregan was born in The Square, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 16 May 1911. In 1930 he joined the Vincentian Congregation (CM) in Dublin. He studied at the National University (UCD) obtaining degrees BA, MA and PhD. He was ordained priest in 1936. After some years in Castleknock College (1937-1957), he was appointed to St Patrick’s College of Education, Dublin, where he became President. He was also chairman of the Irish Manuscript Commission for ten years. He died on 13 October 1995. (CM, 2015)

Cregan, Rev James (1938-2010) Pensacola

James Cregan, son of Joseph Cregan and his wife, Mary Madigan, was born in Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 1 August 1938. He studied for the priesthood at St Patrick’s College, Thurles, and was ordained priest on 9 June, 1963. He joined the diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, USA, and spent 46 years ministering there. In addition to serving in parishes in

Montgomery, AL, Starke and Quincy, he also served as chaplain to the National Guard and Florida State Prison. He died in the Catholic rectory in Lanark village, Florida, on 3 April 2010, and was buried in Holy Cross Cemetery, Pensacola, FLA. (The Times, Apalachicola & Carrabelle, USA, 5/4/2010)

Cremin, Br Patrick Cornelius (1922-90) CFC

Patrick Cremin, son of David and Kate Cremin, was born in Ballydoorty, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, in 1922. He attended Castlemahon National School before entering the Christian Brothers Juniorate at St Helen’s, Booterstown, Co. Dublin, in 1937. Taking the name, Brother Cornelius, he made his religious profession at the end of his novitiate. He then entered Marino Teacher Training College, where he qualified as a teacher. He taught in Booterstown, Marino, Tralee, Swords, Zambia, Piltown, Artane and Baldoyle. He made Perpetual Vows in 1950. He died on 13 June, 1990. (CFC, 2016)

Cremin, Rev Maurice (1847-86) Limerick

Maurice Cremin was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, in 1847. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest at the Convent of Perpetual Adoration, Limerick, on 8 August 1880. Following ordination, he was sent on loan to the diocese of Hexham and Newcastle, UK, where he remained for five years. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate in Ardagh, where he died on 26 October 1886, at the age of 33 years. He was buried in the Catholic church, Ardagh, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 2016)

Cremin, Rev William (1913-74) Kansas City

William J Cremin was born in Maiden Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 16 September 1913. He was ordained priest and, after ordination, went to India, where he eventually became secretary to the Bishop of Kisnagar City, Bengal. At the conclusion of World War II, he transferred to the USA, where he ministered in Kansas. He died in Fulton KS in April 1974 and was interred in St Michael’s Cemetery, Fulton, Bourbon County, Kansas, USA. (www.ancestry.com)

Cremin, Sr Katherine Ita (1896-1977) RSM

Katherine Cremin, daughter of Daniel Cremin and his wife, Brigid Brennan, was born in Ballintubber, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 27 April 1896. On 24 September 1915, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. Following a period of postulancy, she received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Ita, on 2 April 1916. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 3 April 1918. She spent her life teaching, first in Abbeyfeale and later in Ballingarry. She specialised in teaching music and singing. She died on 30 July 1977, and was buried in the Mercy community burial plot, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Mary Kevin Cremin RSM (qv). (JM 2015)

Cremin, Sr Mary Kevin (1900-72) RSM

Mary Cremin, daughter of Daniel Cremin and his wife, Brigid Brennan, was born in Ballintubber, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 27 April 1900. On 3 October 1920, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. Following a period of postulancy, she received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Kevin, on 10 April 1921. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 26 June 1926. She taught junior classes in the primary school in Abbeyfeale and Ballingarry. She died on 4 July 1972, and was buried in the Sisters of Mercy burial plot in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Katherine Ita Cremin RSM. (JM 2015)

Cribbin, Rev John (1936-2011) OMI

John Cribbin was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 9 October 1936. On completion of his secondary schooling, he entered the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) in Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. At the end of his novitiate, he made his religious profession. He then studied philosophy at UCD and theology at Piltown, before being ordained priest on 24 September 1961. The following year he went on the OMI missions in Brazil, ministering in Sao Simao and Goias State in the interior of the county. In 1966, he moved to Rio de Janeiro and worked in the favelas (shanty towns). On 10 July 1989, he received a prestigious award, the Pedro Ernesto Medal, for his outstanding service to the underprivileged citizens of that great city. He died on 18 September 2011 and was buried in Brazil. (OMI, 2015)

Cronin, Rev James (191480) CSSp

James Cronin, son of Patrick and Annie Cronin, was born in Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 4 February 1914. He entered the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp) congregation in 1932 in Kimmage Manor. In 1937, he was sent to study theology in Rome, where he was ordained priest on 23 June 1940. He also obtained a Doctorate in Divinity (DD) degree at the Gregorian University in 1942. The next year he joined the Holy Ghost mission in Nigeria, landing on a stretcher, and continuing to be a sick man during his entire stay in Nigeria. In 1947, he returned to Ireland, following a serious illness, and taught at Kimmage Manor and Rockwell College. In 1971, he began attending Cuan Mhuire Clinic, Athy, Co. Kildare. He stayed on as chaplain to the clinic and began to promote Alcoholics Anonymous. In the 1970s, he was diagnosed as suffering from cancer and he died at St Luke’s Hospital, Dublin, on 18 August 1980 and was interred in the CSSp burial plot in Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 86)

Cronin, Rev Patrick (1835-1905) Buffalo

Patrick Cronin, brother of the poet, Edward Cronin, was born in Adare on 1 March 1835. After the death of his mother, he and his family immigrated to the USA and settled in St Louis, MO. He attended St Louis University and completed studies for the priesthood. After ordination, he ministered for four years in Hannibal Mo, before taking up a post as Professor of Rhetoric and Belles Lettres at the Seminary of Our Lady of the Angels, Buffalo, NY. There he became editor of the College newspaper, after which he was appointed editor of the diocesan newspaper, The Catholic Union and Times, in Buffalo, New York. He also contributed poems to his own and other newspapers in the USA. He is represented in several Irish-American anthologies and in T. D. Sullivan’s, anthology, Irish Nationalist Poems by Irish Priests, Gill & Sons: 1911. He died suddenly of a heart attack in 1905 and was buried in Buffalo, NY. (Buffalo, Murphy, 28/x/14)

Crotty, Rev Daniel (c.1846-1913) Limerick

Daniel Crotty was born in Carheeny, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, around 1846. He was educated at the Jesuit College, Limerick (1862-1866). On completion of his ecclesiastical studies, he was ordained at St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 6 October, 1872. After ordination he served as a curate in St Munchin’s (1872), Banogue (1872-73), Ballyagran (1873-

74), Cratloe (1874-78), Feenagh (1878), Killeedy (1878-79), Glenroe

(1879-81), Tournafulla (1881-83), Croagh (1883-88), Askeaton (1888),

Donaghmore (1888-89), Manister (1889-90), Donaghmore (1890-92),

Ballyagran (1892-1902), Donaghmore (1902-07). He died on 2 April 1913 and was buried in Mount St Lawrence Cemetery (#6819), Limerick. He was an active supporter of the Land League and voiced his support for Limerick priests, like Father Eugene Sheehy, who, for advocacy of agrarian reform, was imprisoned, under the terms of the Coercion Act. (Tobin, 2004, 24; NAI, census, 1911; Limerick Jesuit Centenary Record, 1859-1959).

Crowley, Rev David (d.1998) Limerick

David Crowley was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. He was ordained priest on 18 June 1939. After ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Banogue (1940), Bruree (1940-1941), Tournafulla (1941-1943), Kilfinane (1943-1955) and Kilmallock (1955-1967). On 23 January 1967, he was nominated Parish Priest of Cappagh. On 14 October 1969, he was transferred to Donoghmore as Parish Priest, where he remained for eleven years. On 23 August 1990, he was transferred to Kildimo/ Pallaskenry, as Parish Priest. The same year he was appointed a Canon of the cathedral chapter. He died in Kildimo on 7 November 1998, and was buried in the church grounds, Kildimo. (LDA, 2015).

Crowley, Rev Edward (19222002) CSSp

Edward Crowley, son of John Crowley and Zita O’Connell, was born in West Square, Askeaton, on 11 January 1922. He entered the Holy Ghost Congregation (like his older brother, Tim) in Kilshane and made his profession on 8 September 1941. From 1947 to 1951, he studied theology at the Holy Ghost Scholasticate, Kimmage Manor, Dublin, after which he was ordained priest at Clonliffe College, Dublin, on 23 December, 1950. After ordination, he joined the Spiritan mission in the diocese of Owerri, Nigeria, where he taught in secondary school and the Teacher Training College, Mbulu Newa. With failing health, he returned to Ireland in 1965 and, subsequently, undertook ministry in the dioceses of Nottingham and Southwark, England. In 1970, he went to the USA and had some thirty years of fruitful ministry in New Orleans, California, Arizona and Arkansas. He

returned to Ireland in September 2002 and died at the Limerick Regional Hospital on 5 November 2002. He was interred in Relig Mhuire, Askeaton, Co. Limerick. (Feheney, 2007 22)

Crowley, Rev Maurice (d.1976) Limerick

Maurice Crowley completed his ecclesiastical studies at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, and was ordained in Waterford on 17 June 1934. After ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Fedamore (1939- 1943), Kilmeedy (1943-1953), Kildimo/ Pallaskenry (1953-1959) and Bruff (1959-1966). On 16 February 1966, he was appointed Parish Priest of Glenroe. Early in 1976, he resigned his post, owing to ill-health. He died in the presbytery, Glenroe, on 2 November 1976, and was buried in the church grounds, Glenroe, Co. Limerick, two days later. (LDA, 2015)

Crowley, Rev Patrick (1916-91) Dublin

Patrick Crowley was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 8 September 1916. He was ordained priest in Maynooth on 21 June 1942. Following ordination, he was appointed chaplain to the Loreto Convent, Crumlin (1942-1944) before his appointment as Assistant Priest at St Michael’s, Inchicore (1944-1945). He was than appointed curate, successively, in Saggart (1945-1949); Kilcullen (1949-1952); Blanchardstown (1952-

1962); Dalkey (1962-1968); Blackrock (1968); Marino (1968-1975) and Rolestown (1975-1991). He was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in 1988. He died on 25 June 1991. (Gaughan, 2012, 71)

Crowley, Rev Timothy (19122002) CSSp

Tim Crowley, son of John Crowley and Zita O’Connell, was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 30 August 1912. His family subsequently moved to Askeaton. He entered the Holy Ghost Congregation, making his profession on 8 September 1932. He completed his ecclesiastical studies at Kimmage Manor, Dublin, and was ordained to the priesthood on 25 June 1939. He then went to Africa and ministered in the diocese of Owerri, Nigeria. He remained in Nigeria until 1967, when, like many other missionaries, he had to leave because of the civil war. He then took up ministry in the USA, first in New Orleans and, subsequently, in Brooklyn. He subsequently served in Sierra Leone. In 1988, he retired to the Kimmage community. Due to illhealth, he spent his remaining years in

Marian House, Kimmage Manor, where he died on 14 September 2002, two months before his brother, Rev Eddy Crowley (qv). He was buried in Dardistown cemetery, Co. Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 88)

Culhane, Rev George (1856-1934) Limerick

George Culhane was born in Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 30 December 1856. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick on 31 March 1888. Following his ordination, he was sent on loan to the archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh, where he ministered in Perth and Edinburgh. On his return to Ireland, he was appointed curate, successively, in Ardagh/ Carrickerry (1891-1892); Feenagh/ Kilmeedy (1892-1896); Killeedy

(1896-1904) and Effin (1904-1916). On 22 Sepember 1916, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cratloe and was transferred to Bulgaden in the same capacity in 1923. He continued in this post until his death on 23 March 1934, at the age of 77 years. He was buried in the church grounds in Bulgaden, Co. Limerick. He was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in 1923. He was a brother of Rev Stephen Culhane (qv) (Tobin, 2004, 25)

Culhane, Rev Maurice (1892-1974) Des Moines

Maurice Joseph Culhane, son of Maurice Culhane and his wife, Catherine Nolan, was born in Ballygiltenan Upper, Glin, Co. Limerick in 1892. He studied for the priesthood at St Kieran’s College, Kilkenny, and was ordained in 1954 for the diocese of Des Moines, Iowa, USA. His appointments included pastor of St Francis parish, Council Bluffs IA and pastor Immaculate Conception, Malloy IA, where he served for 49 years until his retirement in 1971. He died in Malloy IA on 7 October 1974 at the age of 83 and was was buried in the local cemetery. He was an uncle of Rev John Joe (qv) and Daniel Madigan (qv) (Ancestry.com 2/7/15)

Culhane, Rev Stephen (1858-1920) Limerick

Stephen Culhane was born in Cappagh, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 4 November 1858. On completion of his seminary training, he was ordained on 8 June 1884. Following his ordination, he served brief periods as curate in St John’s and St Patrick’s, Limerick, before being seconded temporarily to the Archdiocese of St Andrew, Edinburgh. He continued working in Scotland until 1889, when he was recalled to Limerick. In the diocese

of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in St John’s (1989); Fedamore (1898-1890), Ballingarry (1890-1908); Bulgaden (1908-1918) and Stonehall/ Kilcornan (1918-1920). Early in 1920, his health declined and he died in Stonehall on 4 April 1920. He was interred in the church grounds, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 26)

Culhane, Sr Bridget Anselm (1866-1940) HFB

Bridget Culhane was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 30 March 1866. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 31 March 1883. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Anselm. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent the remainder of her life teaching in the UK. She died at Rock Ferry, UK, on 13 October 1940, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Culhane, Sr Elizabeth Antoninus (1889-1910) SMG

Elizabeth (Lillian) Culhane, daughter of Thomas Maurice Culhane and his wife, Mary O’Shaughnessy, was born in Ballygiltenan Upper, Gin, Co. Limerick, on 20 July 1889. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) in England on 22 July 1907. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Antoninus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1909. By this time, however, she was suffering from tuberculosis, from which she died on 27 January 1910, at the early age of 21 years. She was buried in Mortlake, London, UK (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Culhane, Sr Ellen Canice (1896-1995) RSM

Ellen Culhane, daughter of Michael Culhane and his wife, Elizabeth Fitzgibbon, was born in Glin, Co. Limerick, on 7 October 1896. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Balloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry, on 29 October 1916. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Canice. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows 24 April 1919. She then trained as a nurse at Mercy Hospital Cork, graduating in 1929. She followed this with a special qualification in Fever Nursing in 1932. She was then appointed theatre nurse in St Catherine’s Hospital, Tralee, a post which she held until her

retirement. Among her hobbies were gardening and crochet. She died at the Mercy Convent, Balloonagh, Tralee, on 10 January 1995 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a niece of Sr Margaret Canice Culhane (qv). (RSM SP, DL 7/5/16)

Culhane, Sr Margaret Canice (1872-1909) RSM

Margaret Culhane, daughter of Robert Culhane and his wife, Catherine Hanley, was born in Glin, Co. Limerick, on 3 February 1872. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Balloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry, on 8 May 1893. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Canice. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. Her life, however, was short. She died in Balloonagh on 19 April 1909 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the Mercy Convent, Balloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry. She was an aunt of Sr Ellen Canice Culhane (qv). (RSM SP, DL 7/5/1/6)

Culhane, Sr Margaret Concepta (1892-1988) SMG

Margaret Culhane, daughter of Thomas Culhane and his wife, Mary O’Shaughnessy, was born in Ballygiltenane, Glin, Co. Limerick, on 7 December 1892. She entered the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) in England on 27 June 1912. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Anne Concepta. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1914. She ministered in Sussex, Wiltshire and Liverpool. She died on 28 January 1989 and was buried in Allerton, Liverpool, UK. She was a sister of Sr Elizabeth Antoninus Culhane SMG (qv) (SMG, JO’R, 6/9/15)

Culhane, Sr Mary Ursula (1882-1956) RSM

Mary Culhane was born in Glin, Co. Limerick, in 1882. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Dundee, Scotland, in 1906. When receiving the religious habit in 1907, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ursula. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Dundee in 1909. She spent the remainder of her life in Scotland, dying in Dundee on 29 November 1956. She was buried in Balgay Cemetery, Dundee, Scotland. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15)

Cullinane, Rev John (1892-1960) Port Pirie

John Francis Cullinane, son of Charles Cullinane and his wife, Mary Nolan, was born in Mount Pleasant, Barigone, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Robertstown Catholic church on 15 May 1892. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the diocese of Port Pirie, Adelaide, South Australia. He ministered for much of his life in Streaky Bay, South Australia. He died on 5 December 1960 and was buried in Streaky Bay, South Australia. (Au Cat Dict)

Cummane, Rev John (1855-99) Milwaukee

John Cummane was born in Loughill, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 10 January 1855. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 2 September 1874, and, on completion of his studies, was ordained in St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 29 June, 1881. Following his ordination, he went on loan to the archdiocese of Halifax, Nova Scotia, for five years. In 1892, he went to St Mary’s College, Milwaukee WI, as Professor of Rhetoric, He was then appointed curate in the diocese of Milwaukee with periods in Truro, WI (1893-1895) and Oskosh, WI (1895-1896) and Chitton, WI (1896-1897). In 1897, he was appointed Parish Priest of St Mary’s Portage, WI (1897-1899). He died there on 31 July 1899 at the age of 44 years. (Tobin, 2004, 26)

Curtin, Br John Columba (1892-1924) FPM

John Curtin, son of John Curtin and his wife, Bridget Mulvihill, was born in Glenquin, Ashford, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Ashford church on 6 April 1892. He entered the Presentation Brothers Preparatory School, Cork, on 24 September 1908. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Columba, on 17 April 1909. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 7 April 1912. His first assignment was the Presentation Brothers School, Milltown, Co. Kerry, where he taught for some years. He was subsequently assigned to St Joseph’s Orphanage, Orpington, Kent, where he taught for several years. He died at Orpington on 11 April 1924, at the early age of 32 years. He was buried in the cemetery on the campus at Orpington, Kent. (Feheney, 2013, 63)

Curtin, Rev Daniel (c.1838-1913) Limerick

Daniel Curtin, a native of the parish of Monagea, was born about 1838. He was ordained on 13 April 1868. His first appointment was as curate in Coolcappa (1868-70). He was then appointed curate, successively, in Glenroe (1870-1876); Pallaskenry/ Kildimo (1876-1887); Colmanswell (1887-1891). On 14 June 1892, he was appointed Parish Priest of Glenroe, where he remained until 1913, when he retired, owing to ill-health. He died on 1 November 1913, aged 75. Laurence Curtin (qv), also a priest in the diocese of Limerick, was his brother. (Tobin, 2004, 26)

Curtin, Rev Daniel (1920-2003) CSSp

Daniel Francis Curtin was born in Ballycommane House, Tournafulla, Co. Limerick on 17 July 1920. He entered the Spiritan Spiritan congregation (CSSp) Novitiate in Kilshane where he made his first profession on 8 September, 1940. On completion of his theological studies, he was ordained priest on the 11 July 1948. In 1949, he went to Nigeria and assigned to the Vicariate of Owerri, Nigeria. In 1966, he returned to Ireland and was appointed to the teaching staff at Blackrock College. In 1980, he retired from teaching and was appointed to parish ministry. He served in Schull, Co. Cork, and then at St Andrew’s, Westland Row, Dublin. In 1986, he retired from full-time parish ministry, owing to the loss of an eye, and joined the community at St. Mary’s, Rathmines. He died at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, on 20 March 2003. He was a brother of Rev Maurice (qv) and Rev Mgr Jerome Curtin (qv). He was interred in the Spiritan burial plot at Dardistown Cemetery, Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 95)

Curtin, Rev Laurence (d.1924) Limerick

Laurence Curtin, a brother of Rev Daniel Curtin (qv), was born in the parish of Monagea. He was ordained in Rathkeale on 7 July 1878. His first appointment was as curate in the diocese of Clogher (1878-1879). He was then appointed curate, successively, in Cratloe (1879-1880); Loughill (1880-1881); Killeedy (1881-1887); Dromcolliher (1887-1889); St Munchin’s (1889-1891); Pallaskenry/ Kildimo (1892-1900). In September 1900, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cratloe, where he remained until his transfer to Feenagh/ Kilmeedy as Parish Priest in April 1909. He remained in this post until his death on 20 August 1924. He was buried in Feenagh, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 27)

Curtin, Rev Michael Laurence (1925-92) OP

Though Michael Curtin, son of John Curtin and his wife, Kathleen Moynihan, was born and baptised in Cork, on 10 August 1925, his home place was Meenahela, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. Both his parents were National Teachers in Abbeyfeale. He was educated at Newbridge College, Co. Kildare, after which he entered the Dominican Order (OP) in Cork on 19 October 1944. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Laurence. After making his profession on 20 October 1945, he began clerical studies and was ordained priest on 15 July 1951. After a period teaching at Newbridge College, he joined the retreat team at St Dominic’s Retreat Centre, Cork. In 1971, he volunteered for the Dominican mission in Trinidad and Tobago and ministered there for 20 years. With deteriorating health, he returned to Ireland and ministered in Sligo for two years. He died there on 29 February 1992 and was buried in the Dominican burial plot in the local cemetery, Sligo. (OP, 2014)

Curtin, Rev Timothy (1856-1936) Limerick

Timothy Curtin was born in Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, on 18 July 1856. He was ordained priest in Rome on 12 March 1881. Following his ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Ballingarry (1881); Cratloe (1881-82); Ballingarry (1882-86); Abbeyfeale (1886-95); Effin

(1895-98) and Kilmallock (1898-1902). On 16 December 1902, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cappagh (1902-08). In 1908, he was transferred to Croom in the same capacity. He was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in 1895. He was also chaplain to the Workhouse in Croom. He died on 24 August 1936, at the age of 80 years. (Tobin, 2004, 28)

Curtin, Sr Anne De Pazzi (1850-1937) RSM

Anne Curtin, daughter of John and Catherine Curtin, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 5 July 1850. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Bishop Street, Limerick, 7 June 1872. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister De Pazzi. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 7 April, 1875. She ministered in the convent in Bishop Street for the rest of her life, dying on 10 April 1937. She was interred in the cemetery attached

to St Mary’s Mercy Convent, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Honora Augustine Curtin (qv) and of Sr Catherine Joseph Curtin (qv). (RSM SC, AB 20/4/16)

Curtin, Sr Catherine Joseph (1867-1954) RSM

Catherine (Kate) Curtin, daughter of John and Catherine Curtin, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 8 September 1867. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Kilrush, Co. Clare, on 8 February 1888. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Joseph. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 24 August 1890. She remained in this convent for the remainder of her life, dying there on 6 June 1954. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Kilrush, Co. Clare. She was a sister of Sr Anne De Pazzi Curtin (qv) and of Sr Honora Augustine Curtin (qv). (RSM SC, AB 20/4/16)

Curtin, Sr Elizabeth (1899-1922) RSM

Elizabeth (Lizzie) Curtin, daughter of John and Brigid Curtin, was born in Bonavilla, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 1 March 1899. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Kilrush, Co. Clare, on 8 September 1921. Her novitiate was cut short by illness and she took her vows on 13 September 1922, some days before she died on 22 September 1922 at the age of

23. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, KIlrush, Co. Clare. (RSM SC, AB 20/4/16)

Curtin, Sr Ellen Gonzaga (1857-1929) RSM

Ellen Curtin, daughter of John and Catherine Curtin, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 15 February 1857. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at the convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, on 25 March 1876. When receiving the religious habit on 1 October 1876, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Gonzaga. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 4 October 1878. She spent all her life in the Convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, where she died 26 March 1926. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent grounds. (RSM SC, AB 24/8/15)

Curtin, Sr Ellen Holy Infancy (1853-1934) RGS

Ellen Curtin, daughter of Laurence Curtin and Johanna Leahy, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 1 January 1853. She joined the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RSG) in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, in January 1880. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Holy Infancy. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent her entire life in Australia, dying at Abbotsford, Victoria, on 27 June 1934. She was buried in Abbotsford, Vic. She was a sister of Sr Hannah Celestine Curtin (qv) (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Curtin, Sr Ellen Peter (c1881-1913) RSM

Ellen (Ellie) Curtin, daughter of John and Ellen Curtin, was born in Ballycummane, Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, about 1881. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Templemore, Co. Offaly, on 21 June 1900. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Peter. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 29 June 1903. Her health deteriorated significantly, however, during the following years and she died on 12 March 1913. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. (RSM SC, AB 28/4/16)

Curtin, Sr Hannah Celestine (1862-1934) RGS

Ellen Curtin, daughter of Laurence Curtin and Johanna Leahy, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 13 August 1862. She joined the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RSG) in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, on 1 January 1883. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Celestine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent her entire life in Australia, dying at Abbotsford, Victoria, on 28 September 1934. She was buried in Abbotsford, Vic. She was a sister of Sr Ellen Holy Infancy Curtin (qv) (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Curtin, Sr Hannah Dominic (1866-1958) RSM

Hannah Curtin, daughter of Thomas and Catherine Curtin, was born in Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, on 30 April 1866. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Abbeyfeale on 2 October 1887. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Dominic. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 15 April 1890. She

spent all her life in Abbeyfeale, dying there on 30 December 1958. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. (RSM SC, AB 20/4/16)

Curtin, Sr Hanora Camillus (1855-1922) RGS

Hanora Curtin, daughter of Laurence Curtin and his wife, Johanna O’Brien, was born in Barna, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1855. She entered the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS), Limerick. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Camillus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1878. She spent her life in the caring profession. She died in the Good Shepherd Convent, Limerick, in 1922, and was interred in Limerick. (RGS, NG, 5/8/16)

Curtin, Sr Honora Augustine (1855-1929) RSM

Honora Curtin, daughter of John and Catherine Curtin, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 24 June 1855. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Bishop Street, Limerick, on 11 October 1877. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Augustine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 27 May 1880. She spent the remainder of her life in the convent in Bishop Street, dying there on 12 January 1929. She was interred in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Anne De Pazzi Curtin (qv) and of Sr Catherine Joseph Curtin (qv). (RSM SC, AB 20/4/16)

Curtin, Sr Joan (1929-77) FCJ

Joan Curtin, daughter of Denis and Bridget Curtin, was born in Gurrane, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 7 March 1929. She joined the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) on 2 February 1949. She received the religious habit on 29 July 1949. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in July 1951. She qualified as a teacher and taught in FCJ schools. She died on 9 December 1977. (FCJ MP, 5/11/15)

Curtin, Sr Johanna Brendan (1864-1911) RSM

Johanna Curtin, daughter of John Curtin and his wife, Catherine Leahy, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 28 March 1864. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Mount St Michael’s, Cobh, Co. Cork, receiving

the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Brendan, in 1882. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in July 1884. She was then transferred to the Convent of Mercy, Mallow, Co. Cork, where she spent the rest of her life teaching. She died in Mallow on 7 February 1911. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Mallow, Co. Cork (RSM SP, DL 20/6/14)

Curtin, Sr Johanna Mount Carmel (1835-88) RGS

Johanna Curtin, daughter of Daniel Curtin and his wife, Ellen Nolan, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 31 October 1835. She entered the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS) at Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, on 1 May 1857. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mount Carmel. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent all her life in Australia, dying at Abbotsford, Vic., on 17 April 1888. She was an aunt of Srs Ellen Curtin (qv) and Hannah Curtin (qv). (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Curtin, Sr Kathleen Peter (1892-1982) RSM

Kathleen Curtin, daughter of John and Kate Curtin, was born in Monavilla, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 18 February 1892. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford, on 28 October 1917. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Peter, by which she was subsequently generally known. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 24 April 1920. She spent her entire life in the convent in Kilmacthomas, where she also died on 8 March 1982, at the age of 90 years. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford. (RSM SP, DL 20/6/14)

Curtin, Sr Mary Magdalen (1853-93) RSM

Mary Curtin, daughter of John and Catherine Curtin, was born in Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, in 1853. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Abbeyfeale on 2 February 1877. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Magdalen. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 22 September 1879. She lived and worked in Abbeyfeale until her death on 30 January 1893. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. (RSM SC, AB 20/4/16)

Curtin, Sr Sheila Borgia (1923-2012) RSM

Sheila Curtin, daughter of Patrick Curtin and his wife, Bridget O’Connor, was born in Meenahela, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 20 February 1923. On 24 September 1943, she entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), St Maries of the Isle, Cork. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Borgia, in March 1944. Two years later, she made her religious profession on 26 March 1946 and then qualified as a nurse at the Mercy Hospital, Cork. She held the post of Ward Sister and then Tutor in St Finbarr’s Hospital, Cork. In 1964, she went to Kenya and worked in the War Memorial Hospital, Eldoret. After some years there, she was recalled to Cork to take up a post as Matron of the South Infirmary Hospital, Cork. She was superior at the Mercy Hospital, Cork, and at St Columba’s Convent, Bishopstown, Cork. She died unexpectedly at St Maries of the Isle on 20 April 2012. She was buried in St James’ Cemetery, Chetwynd, Cork. She was a sister of Srs Mary Johanna Curtin C&P (qv) and Esther Johanna Curtin C&P (qv) (RSM SP, DL 20/6/14)

Cussen, Sr Florence Joseph (1910-88) SJC

Florence Cussen, daughter of Dr Michael Cussen and his wife, Mary Theresa Condon, was born in Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick, on 10 July, 1910. She entered the Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny (SJC), Mount Sackville, Dublin, in September, 1928, taking Sister Joseph, as her religious name. On completion of her novitiate, she took her vows on 30 March, 1931. The same year, she volunteered for the West Indies and taught in Port of Spain, Trinidad; San Fernando, Trinidad; Kingston, St Vincent; St George’s, Grenada. In 1971, she returned to Ireland and was appointed Superior of the Cluny community and Rest Home in Woodlock, Portlaw, Co. Waterford, and subsequently at St Joseph’s Convent, Ferbane, Co. Offaly. In 1976, she retired to St Joseph’s Convent, Killiney, Co. Dublin. She died at Mount Sackville Convent, Dublin, on 17 June 1988, and was buried in the community cemetery attached to the convent. (SJC 2009)

Cussen, Sr Ita (1920-2004) SCJM

Ita Cussen was born in Moanrue, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1920. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) and was sent to Ghent to do her novitiate training. She received the religious habit in March 1937, and, on completion of her novitiate, she made profession of

vows on 23 March 1938. She then travelled to England where she worked with handicapped children. In July 1956, she was transferred to Ireland, where she worked with mentally handicapped children in St Mary’s, Delvin, Co. Westmeath. She spent her later years in Moore Abbey, Monasterevan, where she died on 2 May 2004. Her remains were interred in the cemetery at Moore Abbey, Co. Kildare. (Ftbttb, 200-201)

Cussen, Sr Margaret (1936-2005) DMJ

Margaret Cussen, daughter of Laurence Cussen and his wife, Anne Stokes, was born in Broadford, Co. Limerick, on 31 May 1936. She entered the Daughters of Mary and Joseph (DMJ) on 7 October 1961. She received the religious habit on 6 August 1962 and, on completion of her novitiate, made profession of vows on 15 August 1964. After some time in parish and retreat ministry, she was appointed to the formation team. Subsequently, she was appointed Provincial superior of her congregation in the Anglo- Irish province. Her ministry included periods in Surrey (UK), Kent (UK) California (US), Texas (US) and Missouri (US). She retired to Ireland and died on 14 May 2005. She was buried in Ireland. (DMJ, JR 12/04/16)

Dalton, Sr Elizabeth Francis (1882-1949) SCSP

Elizabeth Dalton, daughter of John Dalton, and his wife, Hanora Lynch, was born in Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 17 January 1882. On 22 August 1904, she joined the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) in Selly Park, Birmingham, UK. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Francis Benedict. Following her religious profession, she trained as a teacher at Selly Park Teacher Training College. After qualification, she taught in Bradford, Yorks., and Garstang, Lancs., where she spent most of her religious life. She died in Garstang, Wyre, Lancs., on 9 June 1949, at the age of 68 years. She was a sister of Sr Hanora Benignus Dalton (qv) and of Sr Mary Francis Dalton (qv) (SCSP, AC, 2015)

Dalton, Sr Hanora Benignus (1874-1953) SNJM

Hanora Dalton, daughter of John Dalton and his wife, Hanora Lynch, was born in Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 21 September 1874. On 10 February 1901, she entered the novitiate of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) in Oakland, CA. When receiving the religious

habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Benignus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1908. She was assigned work in the community laundry. On 5 September 1906, she had a horrific accident, when both her arms became caught in the ‘mangler’. Both arms were so badly injured that they had to be amputated. On 25 August 1915, the past pupils of the school, where she worked, presented her with two prosthetic arms, to which she gradually adapted. She died on 4 March 1953, aged 75. She had lived without arms for 47 years. She was a sister of Sr Elizabeth Francis (qv) and Sr Mary Benedict Dalton (qv). (Annals SNJM, per J Upton, 9/1/15)

Dalton, Sr Mary Benedict (1911-95) SCSP

Mary Brigid Dalton, daughter of William Dalton and his wife, Mary Ahern, was born in Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 14 February 1911. She entered the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) at Selly Park, Birmingham, UK, on 25 September 1928. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Benedict Francis. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 5 May 1930. She then qualified as a teacher at Selly Park Teacher Training College. She taught at St Chad’s, Birmingham, and at Southport, Liverpool. From 1987 to 1991, she worked with the Bishop of Birmingham. She died on 30 July 1995 and was buried in the cemetery attached to Selly Park Convent, Birmingham, UK. (SCSP AC, 2015)

Dalton, Sr Mary Francis (1891-1958) SCSP

Mary Dalton, daughter of John Dalton and his wife, Hanora Lynch, was born in Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 26 October 1891. On 24 March 1910, she joined the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) in Selly Park, Birmingham, UK. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Mary Francis of the Five Wounds. After making her religious profession, she attended Selly Park Teacher Training College, where she qualified as a teacher in 1914. She then taught in various schools in England (Stockton-on-Tees; Brownedge, Preston, Lancs.; Boston Spa, Leeds, Lancs.) and Musselburge, Galashiels, Scotland. She died in Brownedge, Lancs., on 2 February 1958 and was buried in the Catholic cemetery nearby. She was a sister of Srs Elizabeth Francis (qv) and Sr Hanora Francis Dalton (qv). (SCSP, AC 2015)

Daly, Rev Cornelius (1904-53) CSSp

Cornelius Daly was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 17 December 1904. He joined the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation in 1922 and, after completing his novitiate, he made profession of vows in Kimmage Manor, Dublin, in 1923. He was ordained priest in 1931, after which he was appointed to teach at Blackrock College. Subsequently, he held the posts of Dean of Studies at Rockwell and Blackrock Colleges. In 1952, he was diagnosed with what was then an incurable disease and he was moved to Linden Convalescent Home, Blackrock, where he died on 15 July 1953, at the early age of 48 years. He was interred in the cemetery at Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12. (Farragher, ISR, 96)

Daly, Rev Daniel (1909-2005) SMA

Daniel Daly was born in Cahirhayes, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 28 December 1909. He was educated at St Joseph’s SMA College, Wilton, Cork. He joined the Society of African Missionaries (SMA), making his final profession in 1937. He completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest in Newry on 19 December 1937. In 1938, he was assigned as a missionary to Lagos, Nigeria. He ministered there for 31 years, but, owing to ill-health, had to retire to Ireland in 1969. When his health improved, he engaged in promotion work for his congregation in Cork. In his later years, he wa cared for at St Theresa’s Nursing Home, SMA Community, Blackrock, Cork. He died in Cork on 12 July 2005, aged 95 years. He was buried in the cemetery attached to SMA church, Wilton, Cork. (SMA, Cork 21/09/2014)

Daly, Rev Richard (1897-1978) CSSp

Richard Daly was born in Broadford, Co. Limerick, on 19 June 1897. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) novitiate in Kimmage Manor, Dublin, and was professed in 1915. Ordained priest in 1925, he was appointed to Nigeria where he was to serve for the next forty years in various capacities. He was a professor at Igbariam (1926-28) and at St. Charles Training College, Onitsha Town (1928-32). He became Secretary for Catholic Schools in 1935 and, in 1937, he moved to Onitsha where, later, he was to become Chancellor of the Archdiocese. In his later years, he returned to Ireland and died in 1978, aged 81. He was buried in Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12. (Farragher, ISR, 98)

Daly, Sr Bridget Paula (1893-1913) HFB

Bridget Daly was born in Farrihy, Broadford, Co. Limerick, on 1 April 1893. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 10 April 1912. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Frances of Paula. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. In 1920, she volunteered for the South African mission and joined her HFB colleagues there. She continued to work there for several years. She died on 13 September 1913. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Danaher, Rev John Joseph (1927-2008) Birmingham

John Joseph (Sean) Danaher was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 15 September 1927. He was educated at Oscott Seminary, Birmingham, where he was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Birmingham on 5 June 1955. Following ordination, he served in the following parishes: St Austin’s, Stafford (1955-57); Old Hill (1957-61); King’s Heath (1961-67); Caversham (1967-68); Atherstone (1968-71);

Stockport (1971-76); Northfield (1976-85) and St Mary’s Coventry (1985- 95) He retired in 1995 and died on 3 October 2008. (Bham Arch, Sharp, 30/x/14)

Danaher, Rev Joseph (1882-1950) OMI

Joseph Danaher was born at Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 19 December 1882. He became an Oblate (OMI) novice at Belmont House, Stillorgan, Dublin, on 28 August 1903. He made his first vows in September 1904 and was ordained priest in Rome on 10 April 1909. In 1911, he was appointed professor at the nascent Scholasticate in Belmont House, Stillorgan, Dublin, and later, Novice-Master. He was appointed Provincial in 1930 and 4th Assistant-General in 1932. After a brief period teaching at Daingean, he came back to Belmont House as superior of the scholasticate, and remained in that post until 1946. He then retired to the novitiate at Cahirmoyle. He died in Dublin on 2 November 1950 and was buried in the Oblate cemetery at Inchicore, Dublin 8. He was an uncle of Rev Philip Danaher OMI (qv) (OMI, 11/8/14)

Danaher, Rev Philip (1899-1982) OMI

Philip Danaher, son of James Danaher and his wife, and Brigid Sheehy Danaher, was born on 6 May 1899 at Loghill, Co. Limerick. He became an Oblate (OMI) novice at Belmont House, Stillorgan, Dublin, on 28 September 1917, making his first vows on 29 September 1918. He attended the National University of Ireland and studied at Belmont House, Dublin. He was ordained priest in the Pro-Cathedral, Dublin, on 14 June 1924. He taught at the Juniorate at Belcamp Hall, Raheny, Dublin, from 1925 to 1930 and then served on a retreat team. In 1932, he was appointed Provincial Treasurer, after which he served in parish ministry in the UK for several years. He died at Cahirmoyle on 26 February 1982. He was buried in the Oblate cemetery at Inchicore, Dublin 8. He was a nephew of Rev Joseph Danaher OMI (qv). (OMI, 11/8/14)

Danaher, Rev Sean (1917-85) Westminster

Sean Danaher was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 26 April 1917. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest in 1943. He ministered in the United Kingdom and died in Islington, London EC1, on 15 July 1985. He was buried in the UK. (LDS Family Search)

Danaher, Rev Stephen (1839-1918) Limerick

Stephen Danaher was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, on 8 September 1839. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick in November 1866. Following ordination, he was curate, successively, in Fedamore (1866- 67); Loughill (1867-69); Croagh (1869-74); Athea (1874-77) Ardpatrick (1877-78) and Shanagolden (1878-85). In 1885, he was appointed Parish Priest of Colmanswell and, two years later, he was transferred to Croagh in the same capacity. In 1892, He was appointed Parish Priest of Loughill, where he remained until his death on 16 October 1917. He was buried in the church grounds, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 28-29)

Danaher, Rev Timothy (1931-2003) St Augustine

Timothy Leo Danaher was born in Knocknaboula, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 11 October 1931. He studied for the priesthood at St Kieran’s College, Kilkenny, where he was ordained for the diocese of St Augustine, North Florida, on 5 June 1955. His first appointment was to the post Assistant Priest in Fort Lauderdale. Subsequently, he became Pastor,

successively, in Arlington, Tallahassie, Perry, Ponte Verde Beach and SS Peter and Paul’s, Miami. He received the title of Monsignor from Pope Paul VI in 1967 and retired in 1999. He died in Jacksonville on 25 November 2003, and was buried in Riverside Park Memorial Cemetery, Florida. He was a brother of Rev Mgr Mortimer Danhaher, also of the diocese of St Augustine, FL. (Florida Times, 27/7/03; http:// www.jacksonville.com, ret. 22/7/14)

Danaher, Rev William (1898-1975) CSSp

William Danaher, son of Stephen Danaher and his wife, Marie Hurley, was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 9 August 1898. He joined the Spiritan (CSSp) Congregation, taking vows in 1918. He completed his clerical studies at Blackrock Castle, Dublin, and was ordained priest in 1926. In 1927, he joined the Spiritan mission in Kenya. He served in Kilimanjaro Vicariate and was Director of St Patrick’s School for Catechists, Singa-Chini, Moshi. Subsequently, he was on the staff of the Catholic Seminary, Nairobi. He died suddenly in Nairobi on 25 July 1975 and was buried in that city. (Farragher, ISR, 98)

Danaher, Sr Mary Fidelma (1918-2007) PBVM

Mary Danaher was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, in March 1918. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) in 1936. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Fidelma. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1939. She qualified as a teacher at Carysfort Coillege, Dublin, after which she taught at Primary and Secondary level. She served in Carlow, Bagenalstown and Kilcock. After retirement, she served in the St Vincent De Paul Society and in St Lazerian’s House. She spent her last years in Shalom Nursing Home, Kilcock, Co. Dublin, where she died on 26 June 2009. She was interred in the cemetery of the Assumption, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow. She was a sister of Sr Carmel Danaher PBVM. (BPN July 2009)

Davis, Sr Catherine Concepta (1893-1989) SJA

Catherine Davis, daughter of Thomas Davis and his wife, Hannah Barry, was born in Kilcoorha, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 3 April 1893. She joined the Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparitions (SJA) at Alderley Edge, UK, in September 1944. When receiving the religious habit, she also received

a new religious name, Sister Concepta. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1946. Her first mission was to Jerusalem in 1946. She returned to England in 1951 and worked at St Joseph’s Hospital, Manchester, until her transfer to Sligo in 1977. She spent most of her religious life doing office work. She died in Sligo on 26 January 1989 and was buried in that city. She was a sister of Srs Josie (qv) and Mary Ursula Davis (qv). (SJA 2015)

Davis, Sr Mary Ursula (1925-72) RSM

Mary Christine Davis, daughter of Thomas Davis and his wife, Hannah Barry, was born in Kilcoorha, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 24 December 1925. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Abingdon, Oxon., England, on 21 November 1954. When receiving her religious habit on 12 November 1955, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Ursula. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 16 November 1957. She died on 3 October 1972 and was buried in Abingdon, Oxon., UK. She was a sister of Srs Josie (qv) and Catherine Concepta Davis (qv). (RSM UK, CC 11/12/14)

Dee, Sr Helena (1919-2012) LCM

Helena Dee, daughter of Michael Dee and his wife, Helena Ranahan, was born in Ballycannon, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 3 December 1919. She entered the Little Company of Mary (LCM) congregation, Limerick, on 8 September 1943. She received the religious habit on 28 April 1944 and, on completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 27 April 1950. She qualified as a nurse and worked in several LCM hospitals, including Dublin, Galway and Tonga. She died on 24 January 2012 and was buried in Dublin. (LCM KC 4/9/14)

Dempsey, Rev Joseph (1940-2014) Limerick

Cornelius Joseph Dempsey, was born in North Quay, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 31 August 1940. He studied for the priesthood at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick on 20 June 1965. He was then appointed curate, successively, in Ballinaccurrra Weston and Monaleen before his nomination as army chaplain at Sarsfield Barrack’s, Limerick. Other appointments included

Raheen, Crecora and Mungret before his appointment as Parish Priest of Rathkeale (1988-2012). He died on 4 October 2014 and was buried in the church grounds, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick. (JD, 4/12/15)

Dempsey, Sr Ellen Eithne (1934-2009) FCJ

Ellen Dempsey, daughter of Cornelius Dempsey and his wife, Josephine Nash, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 10 May 1934. In 1953, she joined the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) at Broadstairs, Kent, UK, on 28 January 1953. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Eithne, on 28 July 1953. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1956, with final vows on 26 July 1961. She then qualified as a teacher in Manchester, before her return to Ireland to study at the National University of Ireland (UCD), where she obtained a BA degree. She then went back to England and taught for several years in the FCJ school at Ware, Herts. Other appointments included Manchester and Jersey. She died on 30 April 2009. She was a sister of Sr Regina Dempsey FCJ (qv). (FCJ SP 5/11/15)

Dempsey, Sr Mary Regina (1931-2013) FCJ

Mary Catherine Dempsey, daughter of Cornelius Dempsey and his wife, Josephine Nash, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 7 May 1931. In 1951 she joined the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) at Broadstairs, Kent, UK. She received the religious habit on 28 June 1951, together with a new religious name, Sister Regina. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1953. She qualified as a teacher in Manchester and then took a science degree at UCD. She taught in FCJ schools, including Laurel Hill, Limerick. She died on 12 June 2013. She was a sister of Sr Eithne Dempsey FCJ (qv). (FCJ SP, 5/11/15)

Dillon, Sr Bridget Gregory (1917-2002) OLA

Bridget Dillon was born in Knockbrack, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 15 March, 1917. She entered the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of the Apostles (OLA) at Ardfoyle Convent, Cork, in 1934. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new religious name, Sister Gregory. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows and then entered Digby Stewart College of Education, London, where she qualified as a teacher. On completion of her teacher training course, she was sent

to Nigeria in 1939. She gradually built up a Catholic education system, starting with a primary school and ending with a Teacher Training College. In 1956, she was appointed Provincial Secretary at Ardfoyle, Cork. She subsequently returned to Nigeria, where she continued to strengthen and expand the Catholic education system for girls. In 1988, after almost 50 years in Africa, she returned to Ardfoyle. She was awarded the Frederick Ozanam medal for her work with the St Vincent de Paul Society. She died in Ardfoyle, Cork, on 28 December 2005, and was buried in the cemetery in the convent grounds. (OLA 5/6/14)

Dillon, Sr Ellen Bernadette (c1928-2006) HFB

Ellen Patricia Dillon was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, about 1928. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 13 June 1946. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bernadette. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 20 August 2006 and was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Dillon, Sr Mary Anthony (1929-79) HFB

Mary Dillon was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 7 February 1929. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 13 June 1946. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Anthony. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 1 August 1979 and was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Donovan, Br Daniel Cuthbert (1934-2010) FPM

Daniel Donovan was born in Ballinruane, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 2 February 1934. In 1950, he joined the Presentation Brothers, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Cuthbert, on 12 August 1950. The following year, he went to England, where he qualified as a teacher at St Mary’s College, Strawberry Hill, Twickenham. He then taught in several Presentation schools in the UK, including Wymondley,

Reading and Dartford. He spent his later years in Reading, where he was superior. His health significantly deteriorated following a stroke. He died at Parkside Nursing Home, Reading, on 23 February 2010, at the age of 76 years. His remains were returned to Ireland and he was interred in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 74)

Doody, Br Edmund Medard (1907-55) CFC

Edmund Doody, son of Jeremiah Doody and his wife, Mary Flanagan, was born in Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 10 December 1907. He joined the Christian Brothers (CFC) in Dublin in 1923. When he received the religious habit on 5 October 1924, he also received a new religious name, Brother Medard. He qualified as a teacher and obtained a degree at the National University of Ireland (UCG). He taught in Dublin, Cork, and Nenagh, where he was superior and principal. He was renowned as a hurling coach, being associated for many years with the Tipperary Minor team. He died unexpectedly following brain surgery on 17 December 1955. He was a brother of Rev Jeremiah Doody CSSp (qv) and Rev Michael Doody CSSp (qv). (CFC Necrologies)

Doody, Rev Jeremiah (1909-78) CSSp

Jeremiah (Jerome) Doody, son of Jeremiah Doody and his wife, Mary Flanagan, was born in Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 1 September 1909. He joined the Congregation of the Holy Spirit (CSSp) and, on completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained priest in 1936. He then joined the Spiritan mission in Kenya, where he worked in Nairobi and Kagwe Mission. While home on holidays, he died suddenly on 27 August 1978 and was interred in Rockwell, Co. Tipperary, beside his brother Michael CSSp (qv). He was also a brother of Br EM Doody CFC (qv). (Farragher, ISR, 115)

Doody, Rev John (1850-84) Limerick

John Doody, son of Jerry Doody and his wife, Mary O’Brien, was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, He was educated at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, and the Irish College, Paris. He was ordained at the Presentation Convent, Limerick, on 25 July, 1874. After ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Banogue (1874-75), Askeaton/ Ballysteen (1875),

St Patrick’s (temporary, 1875); Parteen (1875-80) and St John’s (1880- 84). While in Limerick City, he also served as chaplain at the Presentation Convent (1880-82) and the Good Shepherd Convent (1882-84). He died on 27 July 1884, at the early age of 34 years. (Tobin, 2004, 30)

Doody, Rev Michael (1904-82) Limerick

Michael Doody, son of Jeremiah Doody and his wife, Mary Flanagan, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1904. He was educated St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest in 1930. Following ordination, he ministered, successively, in Croom, Kilmallock, Athea, Banogue, and Kilfinane. He was appointed a Canon of the Limerick Cathedral Chapter. He retired in 1979 and was cared for by his niece, Sister Conleth Airey. He spent his last years in Nazareth House, Mallow, Co. Cork, where he died on 25 March 1982, aged 78 years. (ftbttb, 202)

Doody, Rev Michael (1905-33) CSSp

Michael Doody was born on 19 September 1905, in Monagea, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation and, after completing his novitiate, made profession of vows in 1925. He was ordained priest in 1932. Appointed to The Gambia, he set sail for Africa in November 1933. Unfortunately, his health seriously declined and he had to return home. He re-embarked for home immediately, but the boat had to put in at Plymouth, England, because he was dying. In fact, he died of tuberculosis the next day on 21 December 1933, in Plymouth. His remains were interred at Rockwell College, Co. Tipperary. He was a brother of Rev Jeremiah Doody CSSp (qv) and Brother EM Doody CFC (qv). His brother, Jeremiah, was subsequently buried beside him. (Farragher, ISR, 115)

Doody, Sr Ellen Immaculata (1926-1962) SMG

Ellen Doody was born in Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 29 April 1926. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) in Roehampton, London, on 8 August 1943. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Immaculata. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 22 July 1944. She worked in Portslade and Roehampton. She died on 25 July 1962 and was buried in Portslade, Brighton, UK. She was a sister of Sr Mary St Vincent Doody SMG (qv). (SMG JO’R 6/9/15)

Doody, Sr Ellen Marcella (1885-1948) HFB

Ellen Doody, daughter of Jeremiah Patrick Doody and his wife, Mary Curtin, was born in Balliniska, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 24 May 1885. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family (HFB) on 6 June 1904. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Marcella. In 1906, she went to St Mary’s Leeds for community service. Some months later, on 2 December 1906, she made profession of vows at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead. She then studied at Leeds University, where she obtained a BA degree in 1910. She taught at Mount St Mary’s College, Leeds, from 1910 to 1943, becoming Headmistress. In 1943, she was transferred to Stockport as Superior. However, she became ill with cancer in 1948 and was transferred to the Holy Family Nursing Home in Kilburn, London, where she died on 25 December 1948. (HFB CM 4/12/14)

Doody, Sr Mary St Vincent (1922-2010) SMG

Mary Doody was born in Kiconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 6 July 1922. She entered the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Roehampton, London, on 21 January 1940. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister St Vincent. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1942. She ministered in Brentford and Liverpool. She died on 23 October 2010 and was buried in Woolton, Liverpool. She was a sister of Sr Ellen Immaculata Doody SMG (qv). (SMG JO’R 6/9/15)

Doody, Sr Sheila (1939-85) FMA

Sheila Doody, daughter of Thomas Doody and his wife, Catherine Harnett, was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 14 June 1939. She entered the Salesian Sisters (FMA) in Fernbank, Limerick, on 24 August 1954. On completion of her novitiate training, she made profession of vows at the Salesian Convent, Henley-on-Thames, UK, on 5 August 1959. She taught at second level and specialised in teaching art. Her assignments included Salesian Convent School, Brosna; Salesian Convent School Cahercon and Salesian Convent School, Fernbank, Limerick. From 1973 until her death in 1985, she was a member of staff of the special school for girls, Dun Ide, in Caherdavon, Limerick. She died at the Milford Hospice, Limerick, on

31 May 1985, and was buried in the Salesian Sisters burial plot, St Oliver’s cemetery, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Doody FMA (qv) (JM 2015)

Dooley, Sr Mary Giovanni (1933-62) PBVM

Mary Dooley was born in Ballyine, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, in 1933. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) and, when receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Giovanni. She attended Mary Immaculate College of Education, Limerick, and qualified as a teacher. She taught at Lixnaw National School. She died on 29 January 1962, at the age of 47 years. (TA, 125, 47)

Dore, Rev John (1918-86) OMI

John Thomas Dore, son of John Dore and his wife, Catherine Cribbin, was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 1 June 1918. He entered the Oblate (OMI) novitiate at Cahirmoyle, Co. Limerick, on 14 September 1936. He took his first vows there on 15 September 1937. He was ordained priest in Piltown parish church, Co. Kilkenny, on 29 June 1942. In 1947, he joined the mission staff at the House of Retreat, Inchicore, Dublin 8. He preached missions in South Africa from 1956 to 1958 and returned to the House of Retreat, Inchicore, where he served until 1960. He then went as parish priest to Sacred Heart church, Kilburn, London. In 1969, he was appointed provincial of the province. On completion of his term in 1976, he went to St. Matthew parish, Jersey, Channel Islands, remaining there until 1980, when he went to the missions in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada. He died at Prince George on 29 June 1986 and was buried in the Oblate cemetery at Inchicore, Dublin 8. (OMI, 8/14)

Dore, Rev Patrick Bernardine (1874-1921) OFM

Patrick Dore, son of Patrick Dore and his wife, Johanna Mullane, was born at Camus, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1874. In 1893, he entered the Franciscan (OFM) Novitiate at St Isidore’s College, Rome. When he received the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Bernardine. He completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest in Rome on 11 August 1901. He exercised his ministry in Italy for about twenty years. He then returned to Ireland and ministered in Dublin. He

died of recurrent malaria in Dublin on 30 March 1921. He was buried in the Franciscan burial plot, Mount St Lawrence Cemetery, Limerick. (OFM Killiney, 29/8/14)

Dore, Rev Patrick Bernardine (1912-2010) OFM

Patrick Dore, son of Daniel Dore, and his wife Mary Fitzgerald, was born in Camus, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 10 March 1912. He joined the Franciscan Order (OFM), following the example of his uncle, Rev Patrick B Dore (qv). He chose Brother Bernardine as his religious name. He studied in Rome and was ordained there on 5 July 1936. After some years of ministry in Dublin, he went to South Africa and ministered in the diocese of Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal, from 1946 to 2001. When he began losing his sight, he returned to Ireland on 15 May 2001. He ministered in Limerick for some time before being moved to the Portiuncula Home near the Friary in Multyfarnham, where he died on 7 February 2010. He was buried in Mulifarnham, Co. Meath. He was a nephew of Rev Patrick B Dore OFM (1874-1931) (qv). (OFM Killiney, 29/8/14)

Dore, Sr Agnes Immaculata (1924-2007) RGS

Agnes Dore, daughter of John Dore and his wife, Kathleen Cribben, was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 28 January 1924. She entered the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS), Limerick, in 1943. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Immaculata. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1944. She worked in the caring services of her congregation in Limerick, Belfast and Dunboyne, Derry and Dublin. Among the responsibilities with which she was entrusted were those of Directress of Residential Home, Community Leader and Province Bursar. She died in Belfast on 26 October 2007 and was buried in the Good Shepherd burial plot, Ormeau Road, Belfast. (RGS 17/8/14)

Dore, Sr Annie James (1875-1948) LCM

Annie Dore, daughter of Patrick Dore and his wife, Mary Mullane, was born in Camas, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 21 February 1875. She entered the Little Company of Mary (LCM), receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary James, on 8 December 1899. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in December 1901. She

then trained as a nurse and worked in several LCM hospitals in Ireland. She died on 3 June 1948 at the LCM Convent, Monument Hill, Fermoy, Co. Cork. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (JM, 2015; LCM KC, 2015)

Dore, Sr Catherine Patricia (1854-1896) OSB

Catherine Dore, daughter of Edmond Dore and his wife, Mary Byrne, was born in Kilatal, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 29 June 1854. She entered the Benedictine Order (OSB) at Atchison, Kansas, USA, on 17 September 1874. When receiving the religious habit on 5 April, 1875, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patricia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 26 July 1876. She taught school for some years. The convent archives record her death: ‘She died from shock when she was operated on for what the Doctors thought was gallstones, which they failed to find. …that was the first operation on any of our Sisters and naturally the Sisters were afraid to have operations after that’. She died on 28 August 1896 and was buried in Atchison, Kansas, USA. She was an aunt of Srs Bridget Julia Coleman (qv) and Sr Katherine Euphrasia Coleman (qv). (OSB MLK, 5/12/2011)

Dore, Sr Hannah Laurence (1919-74) BSC

Hannah (Nora) Dore, daughter of John Dore and his wife, Mary Nash, was born in Coolygorman, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 26 June 1919. On completion of her secondary schooling, she studied Domestic Economy at the Sisters of Mercy College, Carrick-on-Suir. On 21 November 1939, she entered the Bon Secours Sisters (BSC), Cork. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Laurence Justinian, on 24 May 1940. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 16 July 1942. She then qualified as a nurse (SRN) at the Bon Secours Hospital Cork, after which she worked in Tralee (1946-51), followed by Glasnevin, Dublin 9, where she remained until her retirement in 1968. She died in Glasnevin on 7 November 1974 and was buried in Glasnevin cemetery, Dublin 9. (BSC EMcA, 23/3/15)

Dore, Sr Hannah Thomas (1855-1912) CPAW

Hannah Dore was born in Camas, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in March 1855. She entered the Sisters of Perpetual Adoration (CPAW) in Rockfield,

Wexford, in January 1884. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Thomas. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 16 July 1866. Her main work in the convent, in addition to her periods of adoration before the Blessed Sacrament, was making vestments for divine worship. In later life, her health deteriorated and she was sent to France to recuperate. She died in France on 4 May 1912, and was buried there. (JM 2015)

Dore, Sr Johanna Evangelist (1888-1986) IBVM

Johanna Dore, daughter of Michael Dore and his wife, Mary Cummane, was born in Ballylinane, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 24 July 1888. She joined the Loreto Sisters, known as the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM), at Loreto Abbey, Rathfarnham, Dublin, on 2 October 1907. When receiving the religious habit on 12 May 1908, she also received a new religious name, Sister Evangelist. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Rathfarnham on 12 May 1910. Among her appointments were Assistant Mistress of Novices, Mistress of Novices, Superior and teacher of Latin. She also held the post of Garment Room Keeper. She died in the Loreto Abbey, Rathfarnham, Dublin 15, on 26 April 1986, aged 97 years, and was interred in the cemetery attached to the abbey. (IBVM AMcH, 25/2/16)

Dore, Sr Johanna Teresa (1898-1985) CSN

Johanna Dore, daughter of Robert Dore and his wife, Johanna Sheehy, was born in Ashford, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 29 April 1898. She entered the Poor Sisters of Nazareth (CSN) at Hammersmith, London. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Teresa of the Dolours. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 15 August 1920. She spent 37 years in Australia and was the first Regional Superior of South Australia. She was a member of the General Council of her congregation prior to her appointment as Superior of the Nazareth Home, Mallow. She died in Mallow on 31 October 1985. She was buried in Mallow, Co. Cork. (CSN CM, 2014)

Doupe, Rev Stephen (190572) Northampton

Stephen Doupe, son of Thomas Doupe and Johanna Collins, was born in Askeaton, Co. Limerick, in 1905. He attended Cappagh National

School before entering Copsewood College, Pallaskenry. He completed his seminary training in England and was ordained Catholic priest in 1941 for the diocese of Northampton. He ministered in the parishes of Bedford, Luton, St Ives (Cambridge) and Hundington. He retired because of illhealth in 1970 and died suddenly in 1972. He is buried in the Roman Catholic section of the public cemetery in Hunstanton, Norfolk, UK. (Mulcair, S., 2007).

Dowling, Annie Marie Visitation (1893-1999) HFB

Annie Dowling was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 6 July 1893. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 19 January 1924. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Marie Visitation. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the greater part of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 10 April 1999 and was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Downey, Rev Jeremiah (1913-97) Canberra/ Goulburn

Jeremiah Downey, son of Philip Downey and his wife, Ellen Horan, was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 8 December 1913. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow, where he completed his ecclesiastical training and was ordained priest for the Canberra and Goulburn archdiocese on 12 June 1938. He served in several parishes in that archdiocese, including Queanbeyan (1942-46; 1969-72); Young (1946-51); Barellan (1954-62); Adelong (1962-69); Braidwood (1972-86). He retired to Abbeyfeale in 1986, but died there on 28 January 1997, at the age of 83. He was buried in the grounds of the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. (C&G archives, 14/11/14)

Downey, Rev Michael (1921-2001) CSSp

Michael Downey, son of Thomas Downey and his wife, Mary Downes, was born in Garranboy, Adare, on 1 November 1921. He joined the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation, completing his novitiate in Kilshane, Co. Tipperary, and making his religious profession in 1941. At the end of his theology studies, he was ordained priest in 1948. Assigned to Kenya, he spent some time teaching before his assignment as Parish Priest at St Peter Claver’s

parish, Nairobi. He served a total of 30 years in Kenya. He returned to Ireland in 1980 and acted as chaplain at St Mary’s, Drumcar. In 1983, he was assigned to parochial work at Tallanstown, Dundalk, where he spent the next 17 years. In 2000, he became ill and was confined to hospital in Dundalk. Subsequently, he was moved to Marian House Resthome, where he died on 6 March 2001. He was buried in Tallanstown cemetery, Dundalk. (Farraghar, ISR, 117)

Downey, Rev Patrick (1899-1981) MHM

Patrick Downey, son of Timothy and his wife, Julia Woulfe, was born in Creeves, Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, on 15 June 1899. He joined the Mill Hill (MHM) Fathers in Liverpool. Though his studies were temporarily interrupted by World War I, he resumed them later and was ordained priest on 15 July, 1923. Following ordination, he spent most of his life teaching in MHM seminaries in Ireland and the UK. His last appointment was in Freshford, Co. Kilkenny, where he suffered a haemorrhage behind his eye. His last years were spent in Carrigoran House Nursing Home, Co. Clare, where he died on 6 March 1981. He was buried at St Joseph’s College, Freshford, Co. Kilkenny. (MHM, 3/6/14)

Downey, Sr Helen (1941-2015) FMA

Helen Downey, daughter of Dan and Sheila Downey, was born in Mayne, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1941. In 1962, she was received as a novice in the Salesian (FMA) congregation in Henley-on-Thames, UK, and she made her vows there in 1964. She returned to Ireland to teach in the schools of her congregation in Fernbank and Caherdavin. Her work included teaching children from the Travelling Community. She died at Carrigoran Nursing Home, Co. Clare, on 24 August 2015 and was buried in the FMA buried plot, Mount Oliver Cemetery, Limerick. (LL, Report 9/2015)

Downey, Sr Una Elfrida (1918-2005) OLA

Una Downey was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 17 February 1918. She entered the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of the Apostles (OLA) at Ardfoyle Convent, Cork, in 1937. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Elfrida. She completed her novitiate and made profession of vows, after which she trained in Home Economics. She then set sail for Nigeria to join the OLA

mission there. She taught for some years in primary schools in Benin City. In 1957, she went to London, where she trained as a nurse and midwife, before returning to the Jos diocese, Nigeria. Subsequently, she worked in Kaduna, Benin City, and Ugwashi Uku, always training local personnel. She spent her last years at Ardfoyle, Cork, where she died on 29 December 2005. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (OLA 5/6/14)

Duhig, Most Rev James (1871-1965) Brisbane, Archbishop James Duhig, son of John Duhig and his wife, Margaret Barry, was born in Kililla, Broadford, Co. LImerick, on 2 September 1871. When the family immigrated to Australia in 1885, he attended the Christian Brothers College of St Joseph, Brisbane. He then studied at Propaganda Fide University in Rome, where he was ordained in 1896. After some years in the suburbs, he was appointed Pastor of St Stephen’s, Brisbane. In 1905, he was consecrated Bishop of Rockhampton QLD, and, in 1912, he was appointed co-adjutor Archbishop of Brisbane. He succeeded to the See of Brisbane in 1917. He was a popular and effective public speaker and, unlike his colleague, Archbishop Mannix, in Melbourne, he accepted Ireland as part of the British Empire. For this, he was rewarded by HM, Queen Elizabeth II, with a knighthood (KCMG) in 1959. He died on 10 April 1965, and was interred in the vault of St Stephen’s Cathedral, Brisbane, New South Wales. (Boland, TP, ADB, Vol. 8, MUP, 1981)

Dundon, Sr Kathleen Ita (1898-1994) SHSp

Kathleen Dundon, daughter of William Dundon and his wife, Brigid Nealon, was born in Aughinish, Barigone, Co. Limerick, in 1898. She was educated at the Convent of Mercy, Bantry, Co. Cork, where her uncle, James, was an RIC constable. She entered the congregation of the Holy Spirit and Mary Immaculate (SHSp) in San Antonio, Texas, USA. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Ita, by which she was known in her congregation. She spent her entire religious life teaching in schools of her congregation in San Antonio, TX, where she died on 12 November 1994 and was interred in Holy Spirit Cemetery, San Antonio, TX, USA (JMF; ancestry.com)

Dunne, Sr Kathleen Teresina (1899-1970) C&P

Kathleen Dunne was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 6 March, 1899. She entered Cross and Passion Sisters (C&P). When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Teresina. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She died on 8 March, 1970, at the age of 71 years. (C&P MNS, 13/6/14)

Dunworth, Sr Hanora Angela (c1920-1941) HFB

Hanora Dunworth was born in Kilmihil, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, about 1920. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 21 January 1938. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Angela. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. Her health, however, had meantime seriously deteriorated and she died shortly afterwards on 17 December 1941. She was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Dunworth, Sr Mary Bonaventure (1898-1980) CSN

Mary Dunworthy, daughter of Patrick Dunworth and his wife, Ellen Murphy, was born in Highmount, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 24 August 1898. She entered the Sisters of Nazareth (CSN) at Hammersmith, London, on 3 November 1926. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Bonaventure. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 15 August 1928. She spent many years in England, working at Nazareth House, Southampton, from 1929 to 1954. From 1955 to the time of her death, she lived at Nazareth House, Belfast, where she died on 21 March 1980. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Nazareth House, Belfast. (CSN CH, 19/11/14)

Dunworth, Sr Mary Peter (1925-2007) HFB

Mary Dunworth was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, about 1927. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 16 February 1945. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Peter. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in various houses of her congregation. She died on 12 January 2007 and was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Dwyer, Rev Richard Kilian (1934-93) OP

Richard Dwyer, son of Michael Dwyer and his wife, Ellen McCarthy, was born in Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow, on 18 February 1934. His family, however, moved to The Square, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, while he was a child. He joined the Dominican Order at St Mary’s, Cork, taking the habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Kilian, on 14 September 1951. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 15 September 1952 and was ordained priest on 13 July 1958. He then studied for a Licentiate in Theology in Rome. His ministry began in Trinidad, after which he spent the next 17 years (1962-1979) as seminary rector in Nagpur, India. On his return to Ireland, he was appointed Prior in Limerick (1979-1982). He then moved to Tralee (1986-1991). He spent his final years in Kilkenny, where he died on 11 April 1993. He was buried in Kilkenny. (OP, 4/12/15)

Enright, Rev John (1886-1966) St John, NL

John Michael Enright was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 7 June 1886. He completed his clerical studies at All Hallows College Dublin (1908-1914), where he received minor Orders. At the invitation of the Bishop of St John, Newfoundland/ Labrador (NL), he went to St John and was ordained priest there by Bishop John March on 25 November 1914. He ministered at Holy Apostles, Renews, before his appointment as Parish Priest at St Joseph’s, Salmonier, NL, in 1919. He served in that post for 47 years and received the title, Monsignor. He died on 22 June 1966, aged 81 years. He was buried in the parish cemetery, Salmonier, NL He was a brother of Mgr Patrick Enright (qv) and Rev Michael Enright (qv), Texas. (St John Dioc, Walsh, 30/x/14)

Enright, Rev Michael (1871-1931) Little Rock

Michael Enright, son of Michael and Catherine Enright, Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, was born in 1871. He attended Mungret College, Limerick. He was ordained priest and incardinated in the diocese of Little Rock AR. He was Pastor of the Catholic Church in Texarkana, Texas. He died in an automobile accident in Sioux Falls SD on 21 September 1931, and was interred in the Cistercian cemetery, Abbeyfeale, beside his parents. He was a brother of Mgr Patrick Enright, Mobile, Ark (qv) and of Rev John Enright, St John’s, NL, Canada. (ancestry.com)

Enright, Rev Patrick (1854-1924) Adelaide

Patrick Enright was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 17 March 1854. He was ordained priest on 27 May 1880. Following his ordination, he set sail for South Australia and began his ministry in the diocese of Adelaide. He was appointed Parish Priest of Kadina, SA, in 1883. From there he was transferred in the same capacity to Port Adelaide SA (1896-1901); Manoora SA (1901-1920) and Capunda, SA (1920-1924). He was awarded the title of Archdeacon in 1915 and he died 28 September 1924, at the age of 70 years. He was buried in Adelaide, South Australia. (Tobin, 2004, 33)

Enright, Rev Patrick (1867-1917) Mobile

Patrick Enright, son of Michael and Catherine Enright, was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 28 April 1867. He was educated at Mungret College, Limerick. He completed his ecclesiastical studies at St Mary’s Seminary, Emmetsburgh, Md. and was ordained by Bishop Jeremiah O’Sullivan in the Cathedral at Mobile, AL. on 15 August 1891. He was appointed pastor at Fayetteville before being appointed Administrator of the Cathedral at Mobile. He was nominated Vicar General in 1910 and Monsignor in 1915. He was appointed pastor of the Catholic Church in Pine Bluff, AK, the same year. He was a brother of Rev Michael J Enright, of Texarkana, and Rev John Enright of St John’s NL. He died suddenly at Pine Bluff on 12 April, 1917, and was interred in the Catholic cemetery in that city. (The Guardian, Little Rock, retrieved 12/04/2014)

Enright, Sr Anne Eucharia (1925-2015) LSA

Anne Enright was born in Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 30 December 1925. She entered the Little Sisters of the Assumption (LSA) in the 1940s. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Eucharia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then qualified as a nurse at the Mercy Hospital Cork. She spent some time in Wales, after which she was stationed at LSA convent in Ballyfermot, Dublin. She died at Beneavin Nursing Home, Glasnevin, Dublin 11, on 31 July 2015, and was buried in the LSA burial plot, Dardistown Cemetery, Glasnevin, Dublin 11. (LSA CM, 20/8/15)

Enright, Sr Assumpta (1915-94) RSM

Assumpta Enright, daughter of James Enright and his wife, Mary Quaid, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 15 August 1915. She attended Feohanagh National School before entering the Sisters of Mercy Boarding School in London. At the end of her secondary schooling, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Military Road, Waterford, on 12 October 1932. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 6 May 1935. She then completed her nursing training in St Patrick’s Hospital, John’s Hill, Waterford, after which she joined the nursing staff of that hospital. She continued in this appointment until she retired. She died on 15 August 1994 and was interred in the Sisters of Mercy burial plot, Ballygunner cemetery, Waterford. She was a sister of Sr Hanora Columban Enright (qv). (RSM SP, 24/3/14; ftbttb 207)

Enright, Sr Eileen Patrick (1899-1975) SIJ

Eileen Enright, daughter of Michael Enright and Katherine Prendergast, was born in Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick, on 19 April 1899. On completion of her secondary schooling, she entered the Society of the Infant Jesus (SIJ), Drishane, receiving the habit and a new name, Sister Patrick, on 15 August 1916. At the end of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 13 August 1918. She qualified as a teacher and spent some years (1926- 38) in Drishane as Mistress of Novices. Subsequently, she was assigned to England, where she was appointed superior of the Infant Jesus convent in Weybridge, Surrey (1938-50). She was then transferred to Rosslyn House Finishing School, where she spent her remaining years (1950-75). She died on 22 April, 1975, and was buried in Weybridge, Surrey. (IJ 2009).

Enright, Sr Hannah Claver (1876-1954) RSM

Hannah Enright, daughter of Thomas Enright and his wife, Hanora Magner, was born in Gortroe, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 10 August 1876. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in St Patrick’s Convent, Sligo, on 8 December 1898. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Claver. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 3 July 1901. She taught in the National School in Sligo from 1899 until 1918, when she was transferred to the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon. Here she also taught in the primary school until 1925, when she was transferred to Strokestown as Superior and Mistress of

Schools. In 1931, she was transferred to Boyle as Superior. She remained in Boyle until she died on 31 May 1954, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy. She was a niece of Sr Margaret Ignatius Enright (qv) (RSM WP, 30/5/14)

Enright, Sr Hanora Columban (1922-2014) OLA

Hanora Enright, daughter of James and Mary Enright, was born in Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 26 March 1922. She entered the congregation, Our Lady of the Apostles (OLA), at Ardfoyle Convent, Cork, on 3 March 1942. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Columban. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She trained in Home Economics and had opportunities to put this training into practice throughout her life. She spent several years supervising domestic arrangements at the SMA House, Blackrock, Cork, before her transfer to work in a Nursing Home at Castlemacgarrett, Claremorris, Co. Mayo. In her later years, she returned to Ardfoyle Convent, Cork, where she died on 16 September 2014, at the age of 94. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Ardfoyle Convent, Cork. She was a sister of Sr Assumpta Enright (qv). (OLA 2014)

Enright, Sr Margaret Ignatius (1895-1962) RSM

Margaret Enright, daughter of Con and Bridget Enright, was born at Skehanagh, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 24 April 1895. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Patrick’s Convent, Sligo, on 24 September 1913. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Ignatius. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 26 April 1916. She spent periods in the Mercy Convent, Athlone, and in Castlerea, before her transfer to Roscommon, where she taught in the Convent school from 1919 to 1929. From 1929 to 1945, she taught in the National School, Strokestown. In 1956, she was appointed Superior in Strokestown. At the end of her term of office, she returned to Roscommon, where she died on 4 January 1962. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon. She was an aunt of Sr Hannah Claver Enright (qv). (RSM SW, 30/5/14)

Enright, Sr Treasa Peter (d.1998) PBVM

Treasa Enright was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), South Western Province. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Peter. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and spent a great part of her life in the classroom. She died on 8 August, 1998. (CC 24/6/16; PBVM BOL)

Evans, Rev Hugh (1860-1943) CSSp

Hugh Evans was born Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 7 October 1860. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation in Blackrock, Co. Dublin, but completed his priestly studies in France, where he was ordained in 1889. He spent much of his life in education, initially at St Mary’s, Rathmines, and subsequently at Rockwell College. Later he was appointed to the leadership team at Kimmage and at the novitiate in Kilshane, Co. Tipperary. He excelled as a music teacher. He died on 23 December 1943 and was interred in Dean’s Grange Cemetery, Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 131)

 

was interred in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 85)

Feheney, Sr Mary Columba (1871-1945) PBVM

Mary Feheney, third daughter of John Feheney and Mary Cahill was born in Aghalacka, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 7 March, 1871. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) in Crosshaven, Co. Cork, taking the name, Sister Columba. In 1890, she joined a group of volunteer Sisters opening a new convent in Windsor, a suburb of Melbourne, Australia. Initially, she was appointed Director of Formation before being appointed

Superior of the Windsor convent. Later, she was elected Mother General of the Presentation Sisters in Victoria. She died on 7 April 1945, and is buried in the cemetery attached to Presentation Convent, Windsor, Melbourne. (Tribune Au, 26/4/45)

Fennell, Rev John (1899-1981) MHM

John Fennell, son of Edmund Fennell and his wife, Johanna Woulfe, was born in Kilcolman, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 26 June 1899. In 1912, he entered the Mill Hill (MHM) junior seminary at St Peter’s College, Freshfield, Liverpool, UK. In 1919, he fell victim to the notorious Spanish ‘Flu and returned home to Kilcolman. Fortunately, he recovered from the ‘flu and, in 1919, entered the MHM major seminary, St Joseph’s College, Mill Hill, London, where he was ordained priest on 15 July, 1923. Following ordination, he spent several years teaching in Ireland, Holland and UK. From 1937, he served in Burn Hall (1937-39), Freshford (1939- 49); Glasgow (1949-51) and Ross-on-Wye (1951-69). In 1969, he returned to Freshford, Co. Kilkenny, and remained there until shortly before his death at Mill Hill residence in Rathgar, Dublin 6, on 17 March 1981. He was buried in the cemetery at Freshford, Co. Kilkenny. (MHM, 3/6/14)

Ferguson, Rev Charles (1808-45) SJ

Charles Ferguson, son David Ferguson and his wife, Mary O’Connor, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 23 June 1808. He joined the Society of Jesus (SJ) in Rome on 26 August 1832. After ordination, he returned to Ireland, where he was appointed to teach at the Jesuit scholasticate in Tullabeg, Rahan, Co. Offaly. Afterwards he was stationed in Dublin, where he ministered for some years. He was then appointed Rector of the College of St Francis Xavier. He then began to experience poor health. On 24 December 1845, he suddenly went blind and a colleague went for the holy oils to administer the last rites to him. Unfortunately, however, he died before his colleague returned to his room. He was buried in the old Jesuit burial plot in Glasnevin cemetery, Dublin (SJ Archives, 2011)

Fitzgerald, Br Daniel Anthony (1869-1935) CFC

Daniel Fitzgerald, son of Michael and Margaret Fitzgerald, was born in Rock Lodge, Loughill, Co. Limerick, on 19 March 1869. He joined the Christian Brothers (CFC) in August 1893. He received the religious habit,

together with a new religious name, Brother Anthony, on 17 March 1894. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1895. He the qualified as a teacher at Marino College of Education. He spent the next 34 years teaching in CBS schools in Ireland. In 1930, he was transferred to New York for medical treatment and he spent his remaining years there. He died, after a long illness, in the CFC All Hallows Community, The Bronx, New York, on 5 December 1935. He was buried in the cemetery attached to the Christian Brothers novitiate, New York. He was a brother of Rev Joseph Fitzgerald, Bradford (qv). (CFC Necrologies, 9/9/14)

Fitzgerald, Most Rev Joseph (1914-86) OMI Archbishop

Joseph Patrick Fitzgerald was born in Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, on 7 April 1914. He entered the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI), who, at the time had their novitiate at Cahirmoyle, Ardagh, and, on completing his clerical studies, was ordained priest on 25 May 1940. He then joined the OMI mission in Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa. He was appointed Archbishop of Bloemfontein on 6 August 1986 and Archbishop of Johannesburg on 24 January 1976. He resigned on 2 July 1984 owing to ill-health and died in Johannesburg on 12 February 1986. He was buried in Johannesburg SA. (Catholic Hierarchy)

Fitzgerald, Rev David (1884-1963) Limerick

David Fitzgerald was baptised in his own parish, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 22 November 1884. He was ordained priest at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, on 19 June 1910. His first appointment was as curate at St Sylvester’s Church, Liverpool (1910-1914). He then returned to Ireland, where he was appointed curate, successively, in Askeaton (1914-1918); Abbeyfeale (1918-1922); Croom (1922-1924); Knockaderry (1924-1926); Bruff (1926–1936). On 4 March 1936, he was appointed Parish Priest of Stonehall (Kilcornan), where he remained until his transfer, as Parish Priest, to Coolcappa, on 26 November, 1942. In August 1953, he was transferred, as Parish Priest, to Pallaskenry/ Kildimo, where he remained until his death on 7 December 1963. He was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter on 13 April 1956. He was buried in the church grounds in Kildimo, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 35)

Fitzgerald, Rev Denis (1915-82) Canberra/Goulburn

Denis Fitzgerald, son of Wiliam and Nora Fitzgerald of Ballinvullen, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, was born on 20 April 1915. He was ordained priest at All Hallows College, Dublin, in June 1941. He joined the diocese of Goulburn, Australia, and ministered in the parishes of Young, Grenfell, Queanbeyan, Cootamundra and Gunning. In 1956, he was appointed Parish Priest of Delegate, after which he was appointed Parish Priest of Pambula, New South Wales. In 1977, he was transferred to the parish of Crookwell. In July 1981, his health broke down and he died in Australia the following year on 2 October 1982. At his own request, his remains were returned to Ireland and interred in the family grave in the cemetery in Castlemahon, Co. Limerick. (ftbttb, 219)

Fitzgerald, Rev John (c1790-) Limerick

John Fitzgerald, son of son of Thomas Fitzgerald and his wife, Mary Meehan, was born in Ballydoorty, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, about 1790. Like his older brother, Michael (qv), he was ordained for the diocese of Limerick. His health, however, was poor and he died at an early age, reportedly from tuberculosis, which was common in Ireland at the time. Todate, it has not been possible to ascertain precise dates of his birth, ordination and death. (ftbttb, 219)

Fitzgerald, Rev Joseph (1874-1964) Leeds

Joseph Edward Fitzgerald, son of Michael and Margaret Fitzgerald, was born in Rock Lodge, Loughill, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Loghill Catholic church on 7 March 1874. He was ordained priest for diocese of Leeds, UK. He was appointed Parish Priest of St Joseph’s Parish, Mill Street, Bradford, Yorks., in May 1922. He continued in this position until his death in November 1964, some 42 years later. He was a brother of Br Daniel Fitzgerald CFC (qv). (Loghill Parish Register)

Fitzgerald, Rev Michael (1788-1863) Limerick

Michael Fitzgerald, son of Thomas Fitzgerald and Mary Meehan, was born in Ballydoorty, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, in 1788. He was educated at the Irish College, Rome, where he was ordained and, subsequently, appointed to the seminary staff. His first appointment in Ireland, in 1818, was as Parish Priest of Broadford/ Dromcolliher, where he purchased a

field and built a Church in 1824. Almost immediately afterwards, he was transferred to Askeaton/ Ballysteen, where he remained until 1838. In his new parish, he came up against Rev Richard Murray, Church of Ireland rector in Askeaton, who was pursuing a very active campaign of proselytism there. According to Murray’s own evidence (Devon Commission, HCPP 1837, 8, 35-39), he succeeded in converting some ‘160 to 170 adults, besides about 300 young persons and children’ from Roman Catholicism. Fr Fitzgerald led a vigorous campaign against this proselytism. It ceased when Rev Murray accepted an offer of the deanery of Ardagh from the Duke of Northumberland. Moreover, many of Murray’s converts subsequently immigrated to the US and Canada. The Bishop of Limerick then made Fitzgerald an Archdeacon, possibly as a reward for his successful opposition to the proselytising campaign. In 1838, he was transferred to Ballingarry. He died in Ballingarry on 6 February 1863. He gave evidence to the Devon Commission in 1844. (LDA; HCPP 1837, [543-1, 543-II], 836-838;

HCPP 1835 (369), 689; HCPP 1845 [616] [617], 788-792)

Fitzgerald, Rev Patrick (1905-57) OFM

Patrick Fitzgerald, son of Michael Fitzgerald and his second wife, Ellen Kennedy, was born in Glin, Co. Limerick on 23 December 1905. He was received into the Franciscan novitiate, Killarney, Co. Kerry, on 16 September 1921. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Dermot. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of Simple Vows on 17 September 1922, and Solemn Profession on 17 September 1927. He began his clerical studies in Killarney and completed them in Rome, where he was ordained on 3 July 1927. He served in Limerick; Clonmel: Wexford; Clonmel and Ennis. For some years before his death, he suffered from ill-health. He died in the County Hospital, Ennis, on 28 January 1957 and was buried in the Franciscan burial plot, Drumcliffe cemetery, Ennis, Co. Clare. (OFM, 26/8/14)

Fitzgerald, Rev Raymond (1902-75) Southwark

Raymond Fitzgerald, son of Maurice Fitzgerald and his wife, Anna Hurley, was born in Main Street, Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 20 February 1902. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Southwark, England. He died in Lambeth, London SE1, in December 1975 and was intered in London. (E&W Death Index)

Fitzgerald, Sr Alice Dorothea (1872-1945) HFB

Alice Fitzgerald, daughter of Michael and Margaret Fitzgerald, was born at Rocklodge, Loghill, Co. Limerick, on 4 August 1872. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) on 12 August 1893. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Dorothea. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent a good part of her life teaching in schools of her congregation in the UK. She died at the HFB convent, Sicklinghall, North Yorks., UK, on 28 September 1945 and was buried in that town. Her brother, Joe, became a priest in the UK and her brother, Dan, was a Christian Brother (CFC). (HFB CM, 17/12/14)

Fitzgerald, Sr Bridget Euphrasia (1917-2012) SCJM

Bridget (Bridie) Fitzgerald, daughter of John Fitzgerald and his wife, Catherine Collins, was born in Kilmacat, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, in December1917. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM), a Belgian congregation, in Brussels. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Euphrasia. She made her novitiate in Namur, Belgium, and, at its conclusion, made profession of vows. During World War II (1939-1945), she was stationed in Belgium. She and members of her convent were responsible for saving the lives of many Jewish children. For this brave and humanitarian act, she was belatedly awarded a Letter of Commendation by the Israeli Government (Yad Vashem) on 20 October 1995. She died on 5 July 2012 and was interred in Belgium. (SCJM, 6/8/16)

Fitzgerald, Sr Catherine Kevin (1905-2002) RSM

Catherine Fitzgerald, daughter of Michael Fitzgerald and his wife, Mary Collins, was born in Curraheen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 1 December 1905. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 8 September 1923. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Kevin Bernadette, on 30 March 1924. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 30 September 1926. She lived and worked for most of her life in Limerick. She died at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, on 13 June 2002, and was interred in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Mamie Fitzgerald (qv) (RSM SC, AB 2010)

Fitzgerald, Sr Elizabeth Mercedes (1910-2006) IBVM

Elizabeth Fitzgerald, daughter of Maurice Fitzgerald and his wife, Anne Hurley, was born in Main Street, Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 6 February 1910. In 1928, she went to teach in Spain, but, while there, decided to enter the Loreto Sisters (IBVM). She entered at Loreto Castilleja, Andalusia, Spain, on 3 October 1929, and received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mercedes, on 24 May 1930. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 3 June 1932. She remained in Spain for the rest of her life, teaching music in Loreto schools in Castilleja and Zalla. She was entrusted with several responsibilities, including those of Superior and Mistress of Novices. She died in Loreto Lejona, on 4 August 2006, and was buried in the community cemetery in Zalla, in the Basque Region, Spain. (IBVM 8/x/14))

Fitzgerald, Sr Eva Genevieve (1876-1904) RSM

Eva Fitzgerald, daughter of Michael and Mary Fitzgerald, was born in Loughill, Co. Limerick, on 4 May 1876. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 24 May 1896. After a period of postulancy, she received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Genevieve, on 9 January 1897. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Limerick on 12 January 1899. She spent the rest of her life in St Mary’s Convent, dying there on 19 November 1904. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Mary Borgia Fitzgerald RSM (qv). (RSM SC AB 2/10/14)

Fitzgerald, Sr Hannah Anna (1914-2000) SMG

Hannah Fitzgerald was born in Keale House, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 10 January 1914. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Roehampton, London, on 4 March 1931. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Anna. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1933. She ministered in Brentford, Roehampton and Liverpool, and died on 17 November 2000. She was buried in in Putney Vale, London. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Ethna Fitzgerald SMG (qv). (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Fitzgerald, Sr Hanna Margaret (1923-2013) RGS

Hannah Fitzgerald, daughter of James Fitzgerald and his wife, Mary Kelly, was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 29 November 1923. She joined the Good Shepherd (RGS) Sisters in Limerick in 1944. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Margaret. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Limerick on 25 November 1946. She spent most of her life in Cork, working with women in residential care. She died on 23 June 2013 and was interred in the Good Shepherd burial plot, Kilcully Cemetery, White’s Cross, Co. Cork. (RGS NG, 19/11/15)

Fitzgerald, Sr Mamie Assumpta (1912-2013) RSM

Mamie Fitzgerald, daughter of Michael Fitzgerald and his wife, Mary Collins, was born in Ballynolan, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 5 December 1912. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Tralee in 1931. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new religious name, Sister Assumpta, by which she was widely known. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1934. She then began training as a nurse at the Mercy Hospital Cork, where she obtained her SRN diploma. She was then appointed to St Catherine’s Hospital, Tralee, where she worked until her retirement in 1977. She then took up social work and was thus engaged for several years. She was an expert in needle-work, especially in crochet. Her final weeks were spent in St Catherine’s Hospital, Tralee, where she died, aged 100 years, on 29 April, 2013. She was buried in St Mary’s cemetery, Tralee, Co. Kerry. She was a sister of Sr Catherine Fitzgerald RSM (qv) (RSM SP, DL, 2015)

Fitzgerald, Sr Margaret (1864-1947) FCJ

Margaret Fitzgerald, daughter of Michael and Mary Fitzgerald, was born in Loughill, Co. Limerick, on 10 October 1864. She entered the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) at Laurel Hill, Limerick, in December 1883. On completion of her novitiate, she made her profession of vows. She was then sent to England, where she spent the remainder of her life. Her ministry included periods in Somerstown, London, and Salford, Lancs. She died at the FCJ Convent, Upton, Birkenhead, on 14 April 1947. She

was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent at Upton, Birkenhead, Lancs. She was a sister of Sr Eva Genevieve Fitzgerald RSM (qv) and Sr Mary Borgia Fitzgerald (qv). (FCJ MP, 6/x/14)

Fitzgerald, Sr Margaret Ethna (1915-2014) SMG

Margaret Fitzgerald was born in Keale House, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 2 February 1915. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Roehampton, London, on 4 March 1931. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ethna. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 April 1934. She worked in Wiltshire, Brentford and Liverpool. She died on 5 September 2014 and was buried in Allerton, Liverpool, UK. She was a sister of Sr Hannah Anna Fitzgerald SMG (qv) (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Fitzgerald, Sr Mary Amabilis (1906-84) PBVM

Mary Fitzgerald was born in Meenahela, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1906. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM). When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Amabilis. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and spent many years in the classroom. She died on 26 November 1984. (PBVM BOL)

Fitzgerald, Sr Mary Bernadette (1902-1975) RSM

Mary Bernadette Fitzgerald was born in Maiden Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1902. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in 1922. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then qualified as a nurse at Chadwell Heath Hospital, London, after which she worked in Africa for seven years. She then returned to the UK, where she resumed her nursing career. She died in 1975 and was buried in London. (Duhig NCW, 15/10/15)

Fitzgerald, Sr Mary Borgia (1852-85) RSM

Mary Fitzgerald, daughter of Michael and Mary Fitzgerald, was born in Loughill, Co. Limerick, in 1852. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 10 June 1871. When receiving the religious habit on 25 November 1871, she also received a new religious name, Sister Francis Borgia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession

of vows on 8 September 1874. She died on 27 December 1885 at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, at the early age of 33 years, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Eva Genevieve Fitzgerald (qv) and Sr Margaret Fitzgerald (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2/10/14)

Fitzgibbon, Rev David (1859-1928) CSSp

David Fitzgibbon was born at Fortgeorge, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 12 February 1859. He emigrated to the USA as a youth and joined the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation there at the age of 21. He completed his priestly studies in France and was ordained priest in 1887. He was appointed Director of St Joseph’s House for Homeless Boys in Philadelphia, PA. Subsequently, he was pastor in Pittsburgh, PA. He died on 1 October 1928 and was interred in Cornwells Heights, PA, USA. (Farragher, ISR, 143)

Fitzgibbon, Rev Gerard (c1778-1817) Limerick

Gerard Fitzgibbon, born in Ardcanny, Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick, was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick. Following ordination, he taught at St Munchin’s College, Limerick, for several years before his appointment, in 1815, as Parish Priest of St Munchin’s. He died prematurely on 21 March 1817, and was buried in Castletown cemetery, Pallaskenry. He also had a brother, who was a diocesan priest in Limerick, and who was also buried in Castletown. Both were relatives of Rev Edmond Connery of Court (q.v). (Ó Corbuí, 1975, 160)

Fitzgibbon, Rev John (c1921-78) Limerick

John Fitzgibbon was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick about 1921. He studied for the priesthood in Maynooth Seminary, where he was ordained priest on 23 Jun 1946. He was then appointed curate, successively, in Glin (1946-1947); Tournafulla (1947-1949); Croagh (1949-1952); Ardagh

(1952-1962) and Ballingarry (1962-1976). In 1976 he was appointed Parish Priest of Templeglantine, where he died on 7 August 1978. He was interred in the church grounds Templeglantine, Co. Limerick. (LDA 26/2/16)

Fitzgibbon, Sr Anne Jerome (1920-2003) RSM

Anne Marie Fitzgibbon, daughter of Patrick and Elizabeth Fitzgibbon, was born in Appletown, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 31 March, 1920.

She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Jerome, on 2 February, 1938. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 16 August, 1940. In her early years, she taught in primary school, before qualifying as a nurse. She then obtained further qualifications in Radiology and was appointed Nursing Tutor. She worked in several hospitals in Queensland, including North Mackay, Budaberg and Rockhampton. Her Later years were spent in the Bethany Home, Rockhampton, where she died on 17 December 2003. Her remains were interred in Rockhampton, QLD, Australia. She was a sister of Sister Mary Michael Fitzgibbon (qv). (Ftbttb, 221)

Fitzgibbon, Sr Marion John (1879-1929) HFB

Marion Fitzgibbon was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, 29 April 1879. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1900. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister John. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent the remainder of her life in the UK, working in different convents of her congregation. She died on 17 January 1929 and was buried in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Fitzgibbon, Sr Mary Michael (1916-1981) RSM

Mary Fitzgibbon, daughter of Patrick and Elizabeth Fitzgibbon, was born in Appletown, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1916. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Bantry, Co. Cork, on 8 September 1937. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new religious name, Sister Mary Michael. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 23 March 1940. She qualified as a National Teacher and became Principal of Schull National School, Co. Cork. She died on 27 October 1981, and her remains were interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Bantry, Co. Cork. She was a sister of Sr Anne Jerome Fitzgibbon (qv) (RSM SP, DL 24/3/14)

Fitzmaurice, Sr Ita Augustine (1929-2001) SMMP

Ita Fitzmaurice, daughter of Bartholomew Fitzmaurice and his wife, Elizabeth Manley, was born in Ahaveheen, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, in

1929. She joined the Sisters of Mary Magdalen Postel (SMMP) in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Augustine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She ministered in Birmingham and Finglas. She died at Mount Carmel Nursing Home, Roscrea, in 2001. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the SMMP convent, Parkside, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. (P Fitz, 5/10/15)

Fitzsimons, Sr Imelda Matthew (1902-1966) OFM

Imelda Fitzsimons, daughter of James Fitzsimons and his wife, Anna Walsh, was born in Foynes Island, Co. Limerick, on 14 May 1902. She joined the Franciscan Sisters (OFM) in Castleblaney, Co. Monaghan, and, when receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Matthew. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent all her religious life in England and died there on 25 December 1966. She was buried in Seaton, Devon, UK (JMF 2015)

Flanagan, Rev Cornelius (1928-96) CSSp

Cornelius Flanagan, son of Patrick and Mary Flanagan, was born in Cooliska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 28 November 1928. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) Novitiate in Kilshane, Co. Tipperary, where he made profession of vows in 1947. He completed his ecclesiastical studies in Kimmage, Dublin, and obtained a BA degree from UCD. He was ordained priest in 1956. He was then assigned to Owerri region in Nigeria. He had to quit Nigeria after the Biafra War. After short period in the USA and UK, he was assigned to Zambia, where he served until 1984. He then served in the diocese of Down and Conor until his sudden death in Coolraine, Co. Derry, on 25 January 1996. (Farragher ISR, 146)

Flanagan, Sr Breda Angelica (1920-2011) FMSA

Breda Flanagan, daughter of Patrick and Mary Flanagan, was born in Cooliska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 23 January 1920. She qualified as a nurse at Whipp’s Cross Hospital, London. She then worked for some years in Donegal as a public health nurse, before joining the Franciscan Missionary Sisters for Africa (FMSA) at Mount Oliver, Dundalk on 2 October 1957. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sr Angelica, on 24 April 1978. At the end of her novitiate, she made

profession of vows on 25 April 1960. The same year, she was appointed to the Kamuli mission in Uganda. Subsequently, she worked in Kenya at Nyabodo and Mutale Hospitals. Later, she returned to Ireland, becoming a Nursing Tutor in Ballinasloe Hospital. On her retirement, she moved to the FMSA convent at Mount Oliver, Dundalk, Co. Louth, where she died there on 23 February 2011. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (FMSA AR, 27/3/15)

Flanagan, Sr Brigid Margaret (1918- 2005) HFB

Brigid Flanagan, daughter of Timothy Flanagan and his wife, Mary Doody, was born in Gurrane, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 1 February 1918. On 29 January 1937, she entered the novitiate of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB). When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Margaret Mary. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 August 1938. She then went to Durban, South Africa, where she began teaching in a secondary school. She attended University in the evenings and obtained BA and MA degrees, together with a Diploma in Education. She held several posts of responsibility in her congregation, including Principal, Superior, Provincial and Assistant General. In 1975, at the request of Archbishop Dermot Hurley, she was appointed secretary to the South African Bishops Conference, a post which she held for 18 years. On retirement, she went to live in the Holy Family convent in Pietermaritzburg, where she died on 12 November 2005. She was buried at Mountain Rise, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. She was a sister of Sr Catherine Bernard Flanagan HFB (qv). (HFB CM, 25/2/15)

Flanagan, Sr Catherine Bernard (1915-2006) HFB

Catherine Flanagan, daughter of Timothy Flanagan and his wife, Mary Doody, was born in Gurrane, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 9 April 1915. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) on 29 January 1934. When receiving the religious habit on 9 August 1934, she also received a new religious name, Sister Marie Bernard. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 August 1935. She then attended the University of Leeds, where she obtained a BA degree. She taught for several years in secondary schools in Leeds and London, before being appointed to the work of formation of young religious. In 1968, she was appointed Province Leader for Ireland and Britain. Subsequently,

she was local superior in communities in Stockport and Leeds. On her retirement, she moved to a Holy Family Convent in Sicklinghall, North Yorkshire, UK, where she died on 29 September 2006. She was buried in Sicklinghall. She was a sister of Sr Brigid Flanagan HFB (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Flynn, Rev James (1891-1964) CSSp

James Flynn was born in Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 13 April 1891. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) Juniorate at Blackrock College, Dublin, in 1905. He made profession of vows in Dublin, in 1915. He completed his studies in Kimmage Manor, and was ordained priest at St Mary’s, Rathmines, in 1920. The following year, he was assigned to the mission of Zanzibar-Kenya, where he worked in the stations of Mangu, Kalimoni, Holy Family, Nairobi, and Makupa, and was in charge of the mission on the Island of Zanzibar. In 1952, he withdrew from Africa and was appointed Assistant at the St Peter Claver Church, Philadelphia. In 1961, he retired to the Holy Ghost Novitiate House, Kilshane, Co. Tipperary, where he died after a brief illness on 31 March 1964, aged 72 years. He was buried in the Spiritan cemetery at Rockwell College, Co. Tipperary. He was a brother of Rev Michael Flynn SMA (qv) and an uncle of Rev James Harrold SMA (qv). (Farraghar, ISR, 151).

Flynn, Rev Michael (1896-1953) SMA

Michael Flynn was born in Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 17 April 1896. He was educated at All Hallows Seminary, Dublin (1916-1918). In 1919, he moved to Propaganda College, Rome. He completed his theology at the African Missionaries (SMA) College, Cork. He formalised his membership of the SMA on 9 February 1923 and was ordained priest in Blackrock, Cork, on 26 May 1923. He then joined the SMA mission in Nigeria, where he spent the next 25 years. In 1947, when his health broke down, he returned to Ireland and ministered in Blackrock, Cork. In January 1953, his health further deteriorated and he entered the Mercy Hospital, Cork, where he died on 31 January 1953. He was buried in the cemetery attached to the SMA College, Wilton, Cork. He was a brother of Rev James Flynn CSSp (qv) and an uncle of Rev James Harrold SMA (qv). (SMA, 7/11/14)

Flynn, Sr Bridget Magdalen (1920-2008) RSM

Bridget Mary Flynn, daughter of John W Flynn and his wife, Bridget Carmody, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 13 April 1920. On 6 January 1940, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Novitiate, Cobh, Co. Cork. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Magdalen. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 3 July 1942. She then attended UCC, where she graduated with a BA HDE. She then began a teaching career at St Mary’s Secondary School, Charleville. In 1965, she was transferred to England, where she taught at school at Our Lady of Ransom, Rayleigh, Essex. After nearly a quarter of a century, she returned to Ireland, where she was superior in Buttevant, before taking charge of the Mercy Day Care Centre, Charleville. She spent her last years at St Martha’ Nursing Home, Charleville, where she died on 27 September 2008. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Mercy Convent, Charleville, Co. Cork. (RSM SP, DL 20/6/14)

Foley, Rev Timothy (c.1797-1849), Limerick

Timothy Foley was born in Cowpark, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, around 1797. After a short period as curate in Adare, became Parish Priest of Stonehall (Kilcornan) in 1827. He retired in 1835, owing to ill- health, but resumed his duties in 1841. While he was curate in Adare, Fr Foley had the sad duty of comforting four men from the parish, who were executed in the ‘square’, in front of the entrance to Adare Manor. The men had been found guilty at the Limerick Assizes on 21 March, 1922, of a) being ‘Whiteboys’ and b) being members of a party that raided the home of George Sparling, Rower, Adare, where they stole firearms. Before the men were executed, they claimed to be innocent and Father Foley also said that he believed this to be true. Fr Foley was subsequently present at the dedication of Kilcornan parish church, built by John Waller, of Castletown, in 1828. He died on 12 October 1849, at the age of 52 and was buried in the church in Kilcornan, Co. Limerick. (Pierce, 1986, 73-74)

Foley, Sr Margaret Patrick (1888-1977) RGS

Margaret Foley, daughter of John Foley and his wife, Ann Liston, was born in Balliniska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 28 January 1888. At the age of 29, she joined the Good Shepherd Sisters (RGS) in Limerick. When

receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patrick, by which she was known in the convent. She spent the next 50 years of her life caring for young children in the Good Shepherd Convent, Limerick. She died on 27 November 1977, at the age of 89 years. (RGS NG, 2015).

Foster, Sr Ann Catherine (1901-74) RSM

Ann Foster, daughter of William Foster and his wife, Mary Ita Scanlon, was born in Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 26 May, 1901. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), St Mary’s, Limerick, on 26 April, 1924. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Catherine, on 8 November, 1924. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 12 November, 1926. She trained as nurse at Mercy Hospital, Cork, and, after qualifying, spent her life in nursing duties. Her appointments included St Camillus’ Hospital Limerick; St Ita’s Hospital, Newcastle West; Stella Maris, Foynes and Mount St Vincent, Limerick. She specialised in the care of patients with tuberculosis. Her final years were spent at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, where she died on 25 June 1974. She had two other sisters in religious life, Sr Reginald Fotster (qv), and Sr Lelia Foster (qv). (ftbttb, 230).

Foster, Sr Helena Reginald (1907-95) RSM

Helena Foster, daughter of William Foster and his wife, Mary Ita Scanlon, was born in Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 7 August 1907. She joined the Sisters of Mercy, St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Reginald, on 12 November 1925. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 4 July 1928. She trained as a nurse at Mercy Hospital, Cork, after which she was assigned to St Camillus’ Hospital, Limerick. In 1965, she was appointed ‘Home Sister’ at the Croom Hospital. In the 1970s, she was appointed Matron at St Munchin’s College, where she was responsible for the health and wellbeing of students. In her later life, she suffered from osteoporosis, a condition which eventually required her to use a wheelchair. She spent her later years in St Gerard’s Nursing Home, Limerick. She died on 2 May 1995. She was a sister of Sr Ann Catherine (qv) and Sr Lelia Josephine Foster (qv). (ftbttb, 232)

Foster, Sr Josephine Lelia (1903-97) SMG

Josephine Foster, daughter of William Foster and his wife, Mary Ita Scanlon, was born in Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 12 May, 1903. She attended Feohanagh National School, after which she entered the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) congregation in England. In 1921, she received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Lelia. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1923. After profession, she taught in several PSMG schools, including St Michael’s, Streatham, London; St Joseph’s Portland Row, Dublin; Bristol; Portslade and Brentford. She spent her final years in Brentford, where she died on 11 January, 1997. He remains were interred in Hounslow Cemetery, London. She was a sister of Srs Helena Reginald (qv) and Ann Catherine Foster (qv). (SMG, JO’R, 6/9/15).

Frawley, Rev Patrick (1853-89) CSSp

Patrick Frawley was born in Mahoonagh, Co. Limerick, on 16 January 1853. He entered the Spiritan Juniorate at Rockwell College, Co. Tipperary, on 6 February 1875. After making his religious profession, he studied at the Spiritan scholasticate, Langonnet, France, and was ordained priest in 1883. He was then assigned to Sierra Leone. Following a breakdown in his health, he returned to Ireland for a short period. Following a period of convalescence, he returned to Sierra Leone, where he died on 2 August 1889, at the early age of 36 years. He was buried in Sierra Leone. (Farraghr, ISR, 159)

Gaffney, Rev Peter (1921-2012) OP

Matthew Gaffney was born in Gortalassa, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 10 January 1921. On completing his secondary schooling, he joined the Dominican Order (OP) at St Mary’s Tallaght, Dublin. On receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Peter. On completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained priest on 13 July 1941. After spending some years in the USA, he ministered in Trinidad for 21 years. He spent his final years at the Dominican Priory, Galway, where he died on 22 July 2012. He was buried in Galway. (OP, 2014)

Gaffney, Sr Christine Annunciata (1920-97) SOSJ

Christine Gaffney, daughter of Michael Gaffney and his wife, Bridget Geary, was born in Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 21 December, 1920. She entered the Sisters of St Joseph (SOSJ) in Australia. Entering the novitiate on 26 November 1939, she received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Annunciata, on 7 December 1940. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 13 January 1941. She spent the first part of her religious life as a primary teacher, her appointments including, teacher in Freemantle, Albany, West Ivanhoe, Medina, Northam and Kalamunda. In 1983, she trained as a librarian and then worked in Beaconsfield Primary School, Perth, Western Australia. She died in Ireland on 21 November 1997. (ftbttb, 234)

Gallagher, Rev Daniel (1917-91) Limerick

Daniel Gallagher, son of Michael Gallagher and his wife, Mary Ellen O’Connor, was born in Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 23 November 1917. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary Maynooth, Co. Kildare, where he was ordained priest on 19 June 1943. Following ordination, he spent some years with the Kiltegan Missionaries in Africa. On his return to the diocese, he was appointed curate at St John’s (1962-1975). In 1975, he was appointed Parish Priest of Abbeyfeale. In 1976, he was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter and Vicar General of the diocese. He died at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, on 16 November 1991. He was buried in the church grounds, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 26/2/16).

Gallagher, Sr Anne Margaret (1906-95) OSC

Anne Gallagher, daughter of Michael Gallagher and his wife, Mary Ellen O’Connor, was born in Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 17 March 1906. She entered the Poor Clare Convent (OSC) in Cork on 5 December 1932. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Margaret Mary of the Infant Jesus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 2 January 1934. She made her Solemn Vows on 2 January 1937. In the course of her religious life, she was entrusted with several offices, including, seamstress, cook, Choir Mistress and Vicaress. She died in Cork on 16 January 1995, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the Poor Clare Convent, College Road, Cork. (PCC, 2015)

Galvin, Rev Garrett (1900-87) Seattle

Garrett Galvin, son of Timothy Galvin and his wife, Mary Woulfe, was born in Ballybehy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 1 February 1900. He entered St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Seattle on 16 June 1927. In the diocese of Seattle, his appointments included the parishes of St Paul’s, Yakim (1927-29); St Mary’s, Aberdeen (1929-36); St Mary’s, Monroe (1936-42); St Mary’s Marysville (1942-44); St Joseph’s, Lynden (1944-49); St Michael’s Snohomish (1949-61); Mount St Vincent Seattle (1961-68); St Joseph’s Hospital, Bellingham as chaplain (1968-70). He retired in 1970 and died on 15 October 1987. (Seattle dioc arch, 17/10/14)

Galvin, Rev James (c1928-86) Limerick

James Galvin was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, about 1928. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest in Maynoth Seminary on 21 June 1953. Following ordination, he went on loan to the diocese of Ferns for three years (1953-56). In 1956, he was appointed teacher, and subsequently Dean, at St Munchin’s College, Limerick (1956-68). On leaving St Munchin’s, he was appointed curate, successively, in Our Lady of the Rosary (1968-79) and Our Lady of Lourdes (1979-85). In 1985, he was appointed Parish Priest of Templeglantine. He died on 1 July 1986 at the Cork University Hospital. He was interred in the church grounds, Templeglantine, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Galvin, Rev John (1890-1966) Fresno

John Galvin, son of Timothy Galvin and his wife, Mary Woulfe, was born in Ballybehy South, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 13 February 1890. He studied at St Patrick’s College, Carlow, where, on completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained priest on 4 June 1915, for the diocese of Monterey- Fresno. His early appointments included assistant priest at St Joseph’s, San Diego, and the Cathedral, Los Angeles. He held several prestigious appointments in the diocese, including pastor of St Brigid’s (Hankford); St Joseph’s (Bakersfied); St Anne’s (Porterville); Holy Cross (Santa Cruz) and St Catherine’s (Dinuba). In 1944, he was appointed Rector and Dean of St John’s Cathedral Fresno, as well ‘Officialis’ or judge of the diocesan truibunal. He was named a Domestic Prelate by His Holiness the Pope

in 1949, with the title of Monsignor. He died on 17 July 1966. He was a brother of Rev Mgr Maurice (qv), Rev Mgr Michael (qv), Rev Mgr Timothy (qv) and Rev Garrett (qv) Galvin. (The Register, Fresno archives, 28/7/1966)

Galvin, Rev Maurice (1904-84) Seattle

Maurice Galvin, son of Timothy Galvin and his wife, Mary Woulfe, was born in Ballybehy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 10 June 1904. He attended St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Seattle on 16 June 1929. In the diocese of Seattle, his appointments included St Anne’s, Seattle (1929-1934); Assumption Parish, Bellingham (1934-1936); St Anne’s Tacoma (1936-1943); Providence Hospital Everett as chaplain (1944-1946). In his later years, he received the title Monsignor from his Holiness the Pope. He died in Wenatchee, WA, in September 1984. He was one of five brothers who ministered as priests in the USA, the others being John (qv), Michael (qv), Timothy (qv) and Garrett (qv) Galvin. (Pasadena Star-News, Sep 1984)

Galvin, Rev Michael (1888-1974) Los Angeles

Michael J Galvin, son of Timothy Galvin and his wife, Mary Woulfe, was born in Ballybehy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 22 February 1888. He was ordained for the archdiocese of Los Angeles and ministered for a record 49 years as pastor of the Church of the Holy Family, Glendale, CA. He received several prestigious honours from Rome, including Papal Chamberlain (1933), Domestic Prelate (1937) and Pro Notary Apostolic (1959) with the title of Monsignor. He retired in 1972 and died in Glendale on 23 March 1974. He was the eldest of five brothers, who all became priests in the USA, the others being Maurice (qv), John (qv), Timothy (qv) and Garrett (qv) Galvin. (Irish Connection., 17/11/14)

Galvin, Rev Timothy (1897-1975) Los Angeles

Timothy Galvin, son of Timothy Galvin and his wife, Mary Woulfe, was born in Ballybehy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 17 September 1897. Ordained for the diocese of Los Angeles, he became pastor of Sacred Heart Parish, Los Angeles (1940-145), and of St Columbcille’s Parish, Los Angeles, for 26 years, from 1946 to 1972. He died in Los Angeles on 23rd June 1975 and was buried in that city. In his later years, he was given

the title of Monsignor by the Holy See. He was one of five brothers, who ministered as priests in the USA, the others being Maurice (qv), Michael (qv), John (qv) and Garrett (qv) Galvin. (ancestry.com)

Gaynor, Br Patrick Liguori (1819-92) FPM

Patrick Gaynor was born in West Limerick in 1819. He entered the Presentation Brothers in Milltown, Co. Kerry, on 6 August 1843. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Alphonsus Liguouri, in August 1844. Two years later, he made profession of vows in Killarney. He was superior for several terms in Killarney (1850-54; 1857-65; 1888-92). He was largely instrumental in completing the building of the monastery and school in Killarney and, to raise the necessary funds, he went questing in many parts of Ireland and England. He gave evidence before the Powis Commission of Inquiry into Education in Ireland in 1868. He wrote detailed reports in the house annals of important events in the life and work of the Killarney community. He died in Killarney, on 12 June 1892, aged 73 years. He was interred in the old monastery, his remains being subsequently translated to the Presentation Brothers’ burial plot, Aghadoe cemetery, overlooking the Lakes of Killarney. (Feheney, 2013, 94)

Geary, Sr Catherine Ita (1872-1966) SSL

Catherine Geary was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, in 1872. She entered the Sisters of St Louis (SSL) on 7 July 1898. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Ita, on 25 August 1899. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Monaghan on 5 September 1901. Three years later, she made her final vows. She died in Monaghan on 29 March 1966 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (SSL 19/1/15)

Geary, Sr Catherine Magdalen (1909-91) FCJ

Catherine Geary, daughter of Michael Geary and his wife, Elizabeth Cremin, was born in Ballinruane, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 26 July 1909. She entered the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) convent in Bruff, Co. Limerick. When receiving the religious habit on 19 March 1929, she also received a new religious name, Sr Magdalen. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 March 1931. She qualified as a teacher and taught in the FCJ secondary school, Bruff, for the remainder

of her life. She died on 4 January 1991 and was buried in Bruff in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Mary Ita Geary FCJ (qv) and of Sr Elizabeth Joachim Geary RJM (qv). (FCJ MF, 17/8/15)

Geary, Sr Elizabeth Joachim (1906-1928) RJM

Elizabeth Geary, daughter of Michael Geary and his wife, Elizabeth Cremin, was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 8 June 1924. She joined the Sisters of Jesus and Mary (RJM) at Gortnor Abbey, Crossmolina, Co. Mayo, on 8 September 1923. When receiving the religious habit on 8 June 1924, she also received a new religious name, Sister Joachim. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 April 1926. She then fell victim to tuberculosis and was sent to England for treatment. She failed to recover, however, and returned to Gortnorabbey, where she died on 28 November 1928, at the early age of 22 years. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the RJM convent, Gortnor Abbey, Crossmolina, Co. Mayo. She was a sister of Srs Catherine Magdalen (qv) and Sr Mary Ita Geary (qv). (RJM V, 4/11/15)

Geary, Sr Ellen Rose (1915-88) OSF

Ellen Geary was born in Balliniska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, in 1915. She entered the Sisters of St Francis of Philadelphia in 1931, the Mother House of which is Our Lady of the Angels Convent, Aston, PA. On receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Rose Carmel. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1934. She spent most of her life in the ministry of education. She was also responsible for the training of new aspirants to the congregation. She died at Assisi House, Philadelphia, USA, on 23 September 1988. She was interred in Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery, Aston, PA, USA. (ftbttb, 234)

Geary, Sr Mary Ita (1912-2003) FCJ

Ita Geary, daughter of Michael Geary and his wife, Elizabeth Cremin, was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 23 July 1912. On conclusion of her secondary education, she entered the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) congregation in Brussels on 2 February 1932. When receiving the religious habit on 26 July 1932, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Ita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 31 July

1934. She then qualified as a teacher and spent the remainder of her life teaching in the convent in Bruff. She died on 28 January 2003 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the FCJ convent, Bruff, Co. Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Catherine Magdalen Geary FCJ and Sr Elizabeth Joachim Geary RJM (qv). (FCJ MF, 17/8/15).

Gilbourne, Rev Cornelius (1912-78) Bathurst

Cornelius Gilbourne, son of Thomas Gilbourne and his wife, Ellen O’Donnell, was born in Ballygulleen, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 6 June 1912. He entered All Hallows College, Dublin, in September, 1931, and was ordained priest for the diocese of Bathurst, Australia, in the College on 20 June, 1937. In New South Wales, he ministered in Gulgon, Mugee, Ruckley, Carcour and Wellington. He died in Wellington, NSW, on 30 March, 1978, aged 65 years. He was interred in the cemetery attached to the Catholic church, Wellington, NSW. (ftbttb, 236)

Giltenan, Rev James (1905-2002) CSSp

James Francis Joseph Giltenan was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 28 November 1905. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation in Blackrock, Co. Dublin, in 1924. On completion of his priestly studies, he was ordained priest on 5 June 1932. Following ordination, he joined the CSSp mission in Southern Nigeria. After eight years, he was posted to Nairobi, Kenya. He also served in Ethiopia. Ill-health eventually forced his return to Ireland where he died at Marian House, Dublin, on 4 February 2002. He was interred in the Spiritian burial plot at Dardistown Cemetery, Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 170)

Goggin, Sr Anne Gertrude (1880-1963) SCSP

Anne Goggin, daughter of John Goggin and his wife, Joanna McCarthy, was born in Coolbeg, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised in her parish church on 16 March, 1880. She entered the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) at Selly Park, Birmingham, on 23 September, 1897. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Gertrude, on 26 April, 1898. She qualified as a teacher at Selly Park Teacher Training College (1913) and taught in several schools of her congregation in England, including Workingham (1913-33), Leeds (1933-45), Banbury (1945-51) and Oswestry (1951-62). With declining health, she spent her last year in

the infirmary at St Paul’s, Selly Park, where she died on 7 February 1963. She was buried in the cemetery attached to this convent, near Birmingham. She was an aunt of Sr Mary Thecla Goggin (qv). (SCSP, 2010)

Goggin, Sr Mary Thecla (1912-94) SCSP

Mary Goggin, daughter of Edward Goggin and his wife, Margaret Mann, was born in Coolbeg, Kildimo, on 11 January, 1912. She entered the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP), Selly Park Convent, Birmingham, on 10 September, 1929. When receiving the veil, she received a new name, Sister Thecla. After making her religious profession, she qualified as a teacher at Selly Park Teacher Training College and then taught in schools of the Sisters of St Paul, especially, in the midlands, including Buckfast and Coleshill, near Birmingham. She was also principal of St Patrick’s School, Leeds, as well as of St Nicholas’ School, Gipton, until her retirement in 1977. The following year, she was transferred to Kilmallock (1977-86), and then to Kilfinane (1986-93). She spent her later years in Bushmount Nursing Home, Clonakilty, where she died on 23 May 1994. She was buried in the burial plot of the Sisters of St Paul, Kilfinane, Co. Limerick. She was a niece of both Sr Anne Goggin (qv) and of Sr Bridget Cahill (qv). (SCSP, 2010)

Goonan, Sr Margaret Rose (1919-96) LCM

Margaret Christina Goonan, daughter of Richard Goonan and his wife, Mary Kate Pigott, was born in Milltown, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 31 December 1919. On completion of her secondary schooling, she trained as a nurse at the Meath Hospital, Dublin. She graduated in 1942 and, some months later, on 8 December 1942, entered the Little Company of Mary (LCM) at Milford House, Limerick. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Rose. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 27 October 1945. She then joined the nursing staff of St Patrick’s Hospital, Fermoy, before going to South Africa in 1957, where she nursed at St Joseph’s Hospital, Port Elizabeth. After almost twenty years, she returned to Ireland, where she was a member of staff at Milford House, Limerick. In her later years, she acted as receptionist. In April 1996, she became ill and was admitted to St John’s Hospital, Limerick, where she died on 25 April 1996. She was buried in Limerick. (LCM CK, 22/x/14)

Goonan, Sr Philomena Antonina (1922-2011) OP

Philomena Goonan, daughter of Richard Goonan and his wife, Mary Kate Pigott, was born in Milltown, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 21 March 1922. She entered the Dominican Sisters (OP) at Warrenpoint, Co. Down, on 10 October 1939. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Antonina, on 29 August 1940. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 2 September 1941. She then qualified as a teacher. In 1946, she was transferred to South Africa, where she taught for 27 years. Her assignments included Springfield, Johannesburg (1946-51); Star of the Sea School, Western Cape (1951-61); St Mary’s School, Cape town (1961-72) and Vanderbilt Park, Johannesburg (1972-73). In 1973, she returned to Ireland and spent the next 36 years in Dun Laoghaire. In 2009, she moved to Santa Sabina House Nursing Home, Cabra, Dublin 7, where she died on 6 September 2011. She was buried in the Dominican Sisters burial plot, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. (OP 16/09/14)

Greaney, Rev Cornelius (1903-47) Los Angeles

Cornelius Greaney was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 15 February 1903. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Los Angeles. He minstered in the archdiocese for eighteen years and was curate of St Anne’s Oakland, CA, at the time of his death. He spent his last days in Providence Hospital, Oakland, where he died on 21 September 1947. He was interred in Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, San Mateo County, CA. He was a brother of Rev Thomas Greaney (qv). (Ancestry.com; The Kerryman 27/9/1947, 2)

Greaney, Rev Thomas (1916-88) Los Angeles

Thomas A Greaney was born in New Street, Abeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 16 May 1916. He was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Los Angeles. He was long-time Pastor of St Paschal Baylon Parish, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. He died in Thousand Oaks, CA, on 5 October 1988, and was buried in that city. (ancestry.com, 2/7/15)

Greaney, Sr Bridget St Nicholas (1907-76) SMG

Bridget Greaney was born in Station Road, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 January 1907. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Roehampton, London, on 2 October 1925. When receiving the religious

habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary St Nicholas. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1928. She worked in Rome, Florence and Gloucester. She died on 3 September 1976 and was buried in Formby, Liverpool, UK. (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Griffin, Rev Charles (1859-89) CSSp

Charles Carroll Naish Griffin, son of Gerald Griffin and his wife, Elizabeth Naish, was born in Ballyclough, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 13 September 1859. Like his other three brothers (qv), he was educated at Blackrock College, Dublin (1870-1881). On completion of his secondary schooling, he joined the Spiritan Congregation in 1881 and made profession of vows. He was ordained priest in France in 1886, after which he went to the diocese of Ballarat, Maryborough, Victoria. There his health decline and he died of tuberculosis on 14 March 1889. His remains were interred in Ballarat. He was a brother of Rev John Griffin CSSp (qv), Rev Frederick Griffin CSSp (qv), and Rev Gerald Griffin (qv). (Farragher, ISR, 181)

Griffin, Rev Frederick (1861-1902) CSSp

Frederick Griffin, son of Gerald Griffin and his wife, Elizabeth Naish, was born in Ballyclough, Askeaton, Limerick, on 18 November 1861. He joined the Spiritan Congregation. Following his first profession of vows, he was assigned to teach at St Mary’s College, Port of Spain, Trinidad, where he remained until 1888, in the hope that the climate would benefit his his health, as he was suffering from tuberculosis. He went to France, where he was ordained priest. On his return to Trinidad, he was appointed Parish Priest of the ancient town of St Joseph. He remained in this post until his death from tuberculosis on 26 November, 1902. His remains were interred in the Spiritan burial plot, Lapyrouse Cemetery, Port of Spain, Trinidad. He was a brother of Rev John Griffin CSSp (qv), Rev Gerald Griffin (qv) and Rev Charles Griffin (qv) (Farragher, ISR, 181)

Griffin, Rev Gerald (1854-1935) CSSp

Gerald Griffin, son of Gerald Griffin and his wife, Elizabeth Naish, was born in Ballyclough, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 16 July 1854. He joined the Spiritan Congregation. On completion of his theological studies, he was ordained priest in 1879. Unlike his other three brothers, John, Charles and Frederick, who were also members of the Spiritan congregation, he

had serious differences with his superiors. He claimed that he was unfairly treated, and eventually left the Spiritan congregation. He continued, however, to minister as a priest and travelled widely, spending some time with his brother, John, in the USA. While in the USA, John and Gerald ministered in a parish with a large Polish congregation. Gerald learned Polish and was known by the Poles as Fr Griffinski to distinguish him from his brother. Gerald died in Limerick in 1935. (CSSp archives, 5/11/15)

Griffin, Rev John (1856-1935) CSSp

John Griffin, son of Gerald Griffin, and his wife, Elizabeth Naish, was born in Ballyclough, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 5 March, 1856. He entered the Spiritan Congregation, going to Langonnet, Brittany, France, to study Theology in 1878. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1880 and made profession of vows in Chevilly the following year. He was then sent to the USA, where he was appointed Professor at Duquesne University for 27 years. He was also a talented fund-raiser. From 1889 to 1895, he acted as Pastor of the ‘black’ parish, St Benedict the Moor. In 1908, Fr John was appointed Professor at Cornwells Heights, Eddington, PA. He possessed a keen intellect and was awarded two doctoral degrees. He published several books and edited the journal, The Paraclete. He died on 10 October 1935. All four Griffin brothers were first cousins, once removed, of the author (later Christian Brother), Gerald Griffin. (Farragher, ISR, 183)

Griffin, Sr Alice Magdalen (1847-1901) FCJ

Alice Griffin, daughter of Daniel Griffin MD and his wife, Anna Leakey, was born in Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick, on 23 February 1847. She entered the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) in Laurel Hill, Limerick, on 1 November 1868. receiving the religious habit and a new religious name, Sister Mary Magdalen, on 28 July 1869. She made her vows in France on 28 July 1872. On completion of her training, she was sent to Canada in 1891, where she died and was interred on 30 April 1901. She was a niece of the author, Gerald Griffin (1803-1840). (FCJ MP, 2015)

Griffin, Sr Anne Baptist (1805-78) RSC

Anne Griffin, daughter of Patrick Griffin and his wife, Ellen Geary, was born in Limerick in 1805. She joined the Religious Sisters of Charity (RSC) in Dublin, receiving the habit, together with a new religious name,

Sister Mary Baptist. She was sent to Clarinbridge, Co. Galway, to open a new convent and was appointed superior there from 1844. She continued in this role until her death in 1878. She was a sister of the author, Gerald Griffin (1803-1840). (Moloney M, NMAJ II, 1940-41)

Griffin, Sr Anne Helena (1909-32) SMG

Anne Griffin was born in Loghill, Co. Limerick, in 1909. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) in Roehampton, London. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Helena. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. Her health, already delicate, then declined rapidly and she died in 1932. (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Griffin, Sr Brigid (1828-1908) RSM

Brigid Griffin, daughter of Gerald Griffin and his wife, Brigid Mulvihill, was born in the family home in Corgriff, Foynes, Co. Limerick, in 1828. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, and remained there for the rest of her life. She died in 1908 and was interred in the cemetery in the convent grounds in Bishop Street, Limerick. She was a sister of Srs Ellen (qv) and Maria Griffin (qv) and aunt of the novelist, Gerald Griffin (1803-1840). (Moloney M, NMAJ II, 1940-41)

Griffin, Sr Ellen (1817-43) RSM

Ellen Griffin, daughter of Gerald Griffin and his wife, Brigid Mulvihill, was born in the family home in Corgriff, Foynes, Co. Limerick, in 1817. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, and remained there for the remainder of her short life. She died in 1843 and was interred in the cemetery in the convent grounds. She was a sister of Srs Maria (qv) and Brigid Griffin (qv) and a cousin of the novelist, Gerald Griffin (1803-1840). (Moloney M, NMAJ II, 1940-41)

Griffin, Sr Hanora Joseph (1903-83) PBVM

Hanora Griffin, daughter of James Griffin and his wife, Helen McCarthy, was born in Tuogh, Adare, Co. Limerick, on 10 March 1903. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), Northern Province, Ireland. She received the religious habit, together with a new name, Sister Joseph, on 15 May 1924. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession

two years later, on 2 August 1926. She then entered Carysfort Teacher Training College, where she qualified as a teacher. She taught for some time in Mullingar and other Presentation schools in the Northern Province, holding the position of superior for some years. In 1960, she joined a group of Presentation Sisters from Mullingar who opened St Joseph’s Catholic school, in Easley, Birmingham, Alabama. On her retirement, she returned to Ireland. She died in Mullingar on 9 July 1983, and was buried there. (PBVM, Youghal, 2010)

Griffin, Sr Joan Jamesina (1926-2013) OSF Phil

Joan Griffin, daughter of Thomas Griffin and his wife, Mary Hough, was born in Liskennet, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 23 September 1926. She entered the Sisters of St Francis of Philadelphia (OSF-Phil) at Mount Alvernia, Mallow, Co. Cork. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Jamesina. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then qualified as a teacher and spent the greater part of her life either teaching or administering schools in the USA. She died on 14 January 2013 and was buried in the cemetery attached to her congregational headquarters in Philadelphia, USA. She was a sister of Sr Mary Philomena Griffin (qv) and Sr Margaret Consilio Griffin (qv). (M Griffin, 21/8/15)

Griffin, Sr Lucy Evangelist (1806-44) PBVM

Lucy Griffin, daughter of Patrick Griffin and his wife, Ellen Geary, was born in Limerick in 1806. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) in Youghal, Co. Cork, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Evangelist. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Youghal. She spent her entire life in the convent in Youghal and died in 1844. She was interred in the convent cemetery. She was a sister of the author, Gerald Griffin and of Sr Anne Magdalen Griffin (qv). (Moloney M, NMAJ II, 1940-41)

Griffin, Sr Margaret Consilio (1922-2003) OSF-Phil

Margaret Griffin, daughter of Thomas Griffin and his wife, Mary Hough, was born in Liskennet, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 27 September 1922. She entered the Sisters of St Francis of Philadelphia (OSF-Phil) at Mount Alvernia, Mallow, Co. Cork. When receiving the religious habit, she also

received a new religious name, Sister Anthony Consilio. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then qualified as a nurse and spent the remainder of her life either nursing or administering hospitals in the USA. She died on 12 May 2003 and was buried in the cemetery attached to her congregational headquarters in Philadelphia, USA. she was a sister of Sr Joan Jamesina Griffin (qv) and of Sr Mary Philomena Griffin (qv). (M Griffin, 21/8/15)

Griffin, Sr Maria (1822-1907) RSM

Maria Griffin, daughter of Gerald Griffin and his wife, Brigid Mulvihill, was born in the family home in Corgriff, Foynes, Co. Limerick, in 1822. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, and remained there for the remainder of her life. She died in 1907 and was interred in the cemetery in the convent grounds. She was a cousin of the novelist, Gerald Griffin, and a sister of Srs Ellen (qv) and Brigid Griffin (qv). (Moloney M, NMAJ II, 1940-41)

 

Griffin, Sr Mary Philomena (1924-83) OSF-Phil
Mary Griffin, daughter of Thomas Griffin and his wife, Mary Hough,
was born in Liskennet, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 24 March 1924. She
entered the Sisters of Sr Francis of Philadelphia (OSF-Phil) at Mount
Alvernia, Mallow, Co. Cork. When receiving the religious habit, she also
received a new religious name, Sister Anthony Philomena. At the end of
her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and
spent the remainder of her life in the USA, either teaching or administering
schools. She was superior of the OSF convent in San Diego. She died
on 24 September 1983 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the
congregational headquarters in Philadelphia. She was a sister of Sr Joan
Jamesina Gri	ffin (qv) and of Sr Margaret Consilio Griffin (qv). (M Griffin,

21/8/15)

Guerin, Sr Anne Anthony (1876-1960) SCSP

Anne Guerin, daughter of John Guerin and his wife, Margaret Neville, was born in Aughinish, Barigone, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 4 June, 1876. She entered the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP), Selly Park, Birmingham, on 26 May, 1905. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Anthony. On completion of her novitiate, she

made profession of vows at Selly Park on 5 January, 1907. She specialised in teaching and supervising sewing classes. Most of her life was spent in Selly Park, where she died on 11 August, 1960, at the age of 84 years. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Selly Park, Birmingham, England. (SCSP, AC, 19/7/2012)

Guinane, Br Michael (1905-85) FPM

Michael Guinane, son of William Guinane and his wife, Margaret Staffe, was born in Coolbeg, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 10 October 1905. He entered the Presentation Brothers’ Preparatory School, Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 26 October 1922. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Clement, on 3 April 1923. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 12 April 1925. He taught in Presentation schools in Cork, Glasthule, Bray, Dungannon, CarrickonShannon, and England. He spent his retirement years in Maiville, Turner’s Cross, Cork, where he died on 1 November 1985. He was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Cork. (Feheney 2013, 101)

Guinane, Rev Thomas (1888-1965) Wellington

Thomas Guinane, son of Daniel Guinane and his wife, Margaret Kiely, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 23 July, 1888. He studied at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 22 July, 1913. After ordination, he was sent on loan to New Zealand, where he worked with Father O’Shea from Kildimo. After ministering for several years in New Zealand, especially in the Archdiocese of Wellington, he formally requested a transfer to New Zealand. His request was granted and he was incardinated into the Archdiocese of Wellington on 17 January, 1923. He spent the remainder of his life in New Zealand and died at the Mercy Hospital, Palmerstown North, Wellington, on 29 July, 1965, aged 77 years. He was buried in Wellington, New Zealand. (Tobin, 2004, 43)

Guinane, Rev William (1915-82) Arundel & Brighton

William Guinane, son of William Guinane and Margaret Staffe, was born in Coolbeg, Kildimo, on 17 September, 1915. He was ordained priest at All Hallows Seminary, Dublin, on 23 August, 1940. He was then accepted as a diocesan priest in the English diocese of Arundel and Brighton. His

first appointment was to Catford, after which he was appointed curate in Morden (1940-1957). After seventeen years he was transferred to Angmering, West Sussex (1957-61), in the same capacity. In 1961, he was appointed parish priest of Seaford, East Sussex, where he remained until his retirement in 1980. He died on 1 August, 1982, and was buried in Seaford. He was a brother of Br Michael Guinane (qv). (A&B Archives, 2009)

Guinane, Sr Anna Kevin (1891-1977) OSU

Anna Maria Guinane, daughter of Daniel Guinane and his wife, Margaret Kiely, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 8 December, 1891. On completion of her secondary schooling, she entered the Ursuline Sisters (OSU), Thurles, receiving the habit, and a new name, Sister Kevin, on 18 April, 1915. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 17 April, 1917. She entered UCC and obtained a BA degree, together with a Higher Diploma in Education. She then began teaching at the Ursuline Convent Boarding school, Thurles. Subsequently, she became Principal of that school and was a life-long promoter of the Irish language. She died on 30 March, 1977, and was buried in the convent cemetery, Thurles, Co. Tipperary. She was a sister of Sr Helena Attracta Guinane RSM (qv). (Lillis, M OSU, 2011)

Guinane, Sr Helena Attracta (1887-1976) RSM

Helena Josephine Guinane, daughter of Daniel Guinane and his wife, Margaret Kiely, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 27 October, 1887. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), Tipperary, on 2 February, 1907. On receiving the religious habit, she was given a new name, Sister Attracta. She completed her novitiate two years later and made her religious profession on 3 August, 1909. She qualified as a nurse and worked for some years in St Patrick’s Hospital, Cashel. Subsequently, she acted as infirmarian in her own convent in Tipperary. She died on 5 February, 1976, and was buried in the Mercy Convent cemetery, Tipperary. She was a sister of Rev Thomas Guinane (qv) and of Sister Anna Kevin Guinane OSU (qv). (RSM SC AB 2011)

Guiry, Rev Joseph (1926-83) Limerick

Joseph Guiry was born in Kilfinny, Co. Limerick, on 19 November, 1926. He was educated at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained

on 22 June, 1952. After ordination, he served with St Patrick’s Missionary Society (Kiltegan) in Nigeria for three years. In 1955, he was recalled to the diocese of Limerick and served as curate in Abbeyfeale; St John’s, Limerick City (1955-1958), Ballyhahill (1958-63), Coolcappa (1963-65) and Shanagolden (1965-68). In March, 1968, he was appointed curate in Askeaton/ Ballysteen, where he served until his retirement, owing to multiple sclerosis, in August, 1974. He continued, however, to live in Askeaton until his death on 23 September, 1983. He was buried in the grounds of St Mary’s Catholic church, Askeaton, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 2015)

Guiry, Sr Brigid Josephine (1927-98) SSHJM

Brigid Mary Ita Guiry, daughter of David Guiry and his wife, Johanna O’Connor, was born in Killeline, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 23 November 1927. She qualified as a nurse (SRN) at St Mary’s Hospital, Islington, UK, before entering the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary (SSHJM) at Chigwell, Essex, on 16 July 1949. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Josephine, in February, 1950. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 2 February 1952. She then qualified in tropical medicine and midwifery, before going taking up missionary work in Zambia. She worked for some 30 years in Zambia, serving as nurse, nursing tutor and hospital administrator. Failing health forced her to return to the UK, where she continued to minister in a retirement Home. Her final weeks were spent in Hillingdon Hospital, here she died on 19 October 1997. She was buried in the SSHJM cemetery in Chigwell, Essex, UK. (SSHJM archives, Sr Maria Holly, 5/11/15)

Hackett, Rev Daniel (1903-92) CSSp

Daniel Hackett was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 20 May, 1903. He entered the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp) and made profession of vows in 1922. He was ordained priest in 1930 and, in 1931, he was appointed to minister in Nigeria. He served short periods at Emekuku and at Ahiala before his appointment to the Amaigbo mission in 1937. By 1961, there were 18,129 Catholics in this mission, as well as 7,161 catechumens, and the work involved schools with over 120 teachers. When he returned to Ireland, after the Biafra war, he took on the post of chaplain to the to

the Patrician Brothers and their Agricultural College in Mountbellew. The Franciscan Brothers greatly appreciated his dedicated ministry among them and they requested that his remains be interred in their main cemetery. He died on 18 January 1992, aged 88 years. (Farragher, ISR, 188)

Hallinan, Most Rev Denis (1849-1923) Limerick, Bishop

Denis Hallinan was born on 11 November, 1849, in Coolcappa, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick. He studied for the priesthood in the Irish College, Rome, where he was ordained priest in 1874. After ordination, he served for brief periods in Shanagolden and Rathkeale, before being appointed curate, successively, in Ballingarry (1874-75); Newcastle West (1875-86) and St Michael’s (1886-92). On 13 June, 1892, he was appointed Administrator in St Michael’s. He was then appointed Parish Priest as follows: St Mary’s (1994-98) and Newcastle West (1898-18). He also held the post of Vicar General (1918), Monsignor (1898) and Chancellor of the Cathedral Chapter (1912). On 10 March, 1918, he was appointed Bishop of the diocese of Limerick. He died on 2 July, 1923, and was interred in St John’s Cathedral, Limerick. He was a brother of Rev John Hallinan (qv), who was also a priest of the diocese of Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 43)

Hallinan, Rev John (1844-1917) Limerick

John Hallinan was born in Coolcappa, Shanagolden, Co Limerick, on 7 September, 1844. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest in Rome in April, 1873. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Rathkeale (1873); Fedamore (1873-76); Croagh (1876-83) and Kilmallock (1883-92). On 18 January, 1892, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cappagh (1892-1902), after which he was transferred as Parish Priest to Ardagh/ Carrigkerry (1902-16). He died in Ardagh on 7 May, 1917 and was interred in the church grounds. He was a brother of Bishop Denis Hallinan (qv) of Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 43-44)

Halpin, Rev Joseph (191188) CSSp

Joseph Halpin, son of Patrick Halpin and Catherine Murphy, was born in Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 1 January, 1911. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) Congregation and was professed in 1931. He completed his theological studies at Kimmage and was ordained priest in 1939, after which he was assigned to the Nigerian Mission in OnitshaOwerri. He

subsequently became Head of the Teacher Training College in Nsukka. Ill health, however, in the form of skin cancer, forced him to quit the tropics in 1957. He returned to Blackrock College and continued teaching in spite of his ailment. He died peacefully on 17 July, 1988, and is buried in Dean’s Grange cemetery, Blackrock, Co. Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 189)

Hanley, Sr Sarah (1887- ) PBVM

Sarah Hanley, daughter of Michael Hanley and his wife, Maria Guinane, was born in Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the local Catholic church on 27 March 1887. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) in Australia. There is no record of her death. (INSCCA 1838-1918).

Hannan, Rev Edward (1836-91) Edinburgh

Edward Joseph Hannan was born in Main Street, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 21 June, 1836. On completion of his ecclesiastical studies, he was ordained priest at All Hallows College, Dublin, on 13 May, 1860. An excellent scholar, he was appointed to the College staff after ordination as Professor of Classics. He was persuaded by Bishop Gillis (1802-64) to join the Edinburgh diocese. This he did and he ministered for the rest of his life in St Patrick’s Parish, Edinburgh, part of which was locally known as ‘Little Ireland’. In 1865, he founded a branch of The Catholic Young Men’s Society in his parish, and, in 1875, he founded a football team that became known, and is still known, as Hibernian Football Club. This club continues to play in the Scottish League and to have its headquarters in Edinburgh. Fr Hannan died on 24 June 1891 and was interred in Grange cemetery, Edinburgh, his grave being surmounted by a large Celtic cross. (Hibernian Football Club, Edinburgh)

Hannan, Rev Michael (1873-1964) Limerick

Michael Hannan was born in Croagh, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 10 December 1873. He studied at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, and was ordained on 18 June 1899. Following his ordination, he was sent on loan to Scotland, where he spent six years as assistant priest in Dumfries, Wigtown and Kirkcudbridge in the diocese of Galloway. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate in St Michael’s (1905-26). In 1926, he was appointed Administrator in St Michael’s. Subsequent appointments included Parish

Priest of St Mary’s (1927-38) and Parish Priest of Newcastle West (1938- 64). He died on 12 November, 1964, aged 90 years and was buried in the Church grounds, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. He was nominated Canon (1932), Vicar General (1938), Vicar Capitular (1945) and Dean (1961). (Tobin, 2004, 46)

Hannan, Sr Bernadette Joan (1925-2003) RSM

Bernadette Hannan, daughter of Patrick and Mary Hannan, was born in Kilmacaniarla, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 16 September 1925. On 8 September 1957, she joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM). When receiving the religious habit on 10 July 1958, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Joan. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 31 August 1960. She then studied Institutional Management at the Dublin Institute of Education, Cathal Burgha Street, Dublin. Subsequently, she supervised catering in several RSM institutions, including Mary Immaculate College of Education, Limerick, Stella Maris School, Foynes, and Limerick Regional Hospital. In 1989, she underwent a training course in Gerontology in the USA, after which she opened a Day Centre for the Elderly at Mount St Vincent, Limerick. In 2002, she became terminally ill and died in the Regional Hospital, Limerick, on 7 August 2003. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. She was a sister of Srs Brigid Laurence (qv) and Mary Hannan (qv). (RSM SC, AB 3/9/14)

Hannan, Sr Brigid Laurence (1915-2010) RSM

Brigid Hannon, daughter of Patrick and Mary Hannan, was born in Kilmacaniarla, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 11 February 1915. She entered Mary Immaculate Teacher Training College in 1933, graduating in 1935. The same year, she joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Limerick. At her reception on 14 March 1936, she also received a new name, Sister Mary Laurence. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 23 August 1938. She spent the remainder of her life in education, her assignments including, teaching at Henry Street School; St John’ Boys and Girls Schools (principal); Rathkeale (Traveller Community) and Youth Centre Moyross. In 2008, she moved to Catherine McAuley Home, Limerick, where she died on 15 November 2010. She was buried in the

cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. She was a sister of Srs Bernadette Joan (qv) and Mary Hannan (qv). (RSM SC, AB, 3/9/14)

Hannan, Sr Catherine Joseph (1916-2008) HFB

Catherine Hannan was born in Knockaderry, Co. Limerick, on 16 March 1916. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Joseph. On conclusion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She was then assigned to South Africa, where she ministered for the rest of her life. She died in Bloemfontein, SA, on 5 December 2008 and her remains were cremated in that city. (HFB CM, 25/2/15)

Hannigan, Sr Annie Benedict (1853-1934) HFB

Annie Hannigan was born in Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 20 December 1853. She entered the congregation of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB), at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 7 September 1872. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Benedict. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent the remainder of her life teaching in England. She died on 6 August 1934 and was buried in Sicklinghall, North Yorks., UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Harnett, Rev Daniel (1906-87) Mobile

Daniel Patrick Harnett was born in Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 17 July 1906. He was ordained priest at the North American College, Rome, on 8 December 1931, for the diocese of Mobile USA. He was a brilliant scholar and was awarded both a Doctor of Divinity (DD) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). On taking up his duties iIn Mobile, he was appointed assistant priest in Pensacola (1932-1933); St Matthew’s, Mobile (1933-1936) and St Mary’s, Mobile (1936-1942). In 1942, he was appointed Pastor of St Catherine’s Mobile and remained in that post for 30 years. In 1970, he was appointed Pastor of St Mary’s Mobile and remained there until his retirement in 1981. He was Consultor to the Bishop and held the post of Vicar General. He was appointed a Domestic Prelate in

1952, with the title of Monsignor. He died on 17 September 1987, and was buried in the Catholic cemetery, Mobile AL, USA. (Mobile Dioc Arch, 3/11/14)

Harnett, Rev Daniel (1910-83) Brentford

Daniel Harnett, son of John Harnett and his wife, Catherine Finegan, was born in Kilconlea Upper, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 July 1910. He was educated at St Patrick’s College, Thurles, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Brentwood, Essex, on 23 June 1935. His first appointment in the diocese of Brentwood was as assistant priest at Canning Town. Other appointments included: Parish Priest of Manor Park (1940-54); Parish Priest of Leyton (1954-70) Parish Priest of St George, Walthamstowe (1970-78). He retired to Limerick in 1978, where he acted as chaplain to the Presentation Convent, Limerick. He was made a canon of the Brentford Cathedral Chapter in 1970, He died in Limerick on 16 July 1983 and was buried in Limerick. (Foster, 2013, 125-126)

Harnett, Rev Edward (1894-1935) Limerick

Edmund Harnett was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, in 1894. He was ordained priest in St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, in December 1920. Following his ordination, he served as curate in St Patrick’s before transferring to the archdiocese of Baltimore, USA. He died in November 1935 and was interred in the USA. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Harnett, Rev Jeremiah (1923-2002) Jackson

Jeremiah Harnett, son of John Harnett and his wife, Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Glenquin, Ashford, Co. Limerick, on 12 February 1923. He attended St John’s College, Waterford, where he was ordained priest in 1948 for the diocese of Jackson, Mississippi. He ministered there for many years and was appointed a Monsignor by Pope Paul VI in 1969. He retired to Ireland in the 1980s and worked in the diocese of Limerick until his death on 4 November 2002. He was buried in St Ita’s cemetery, Killeedy, Co. Limerick. In his younger days, he won a Munster Junior Hurling medal with Limerick in 1946. (JM, 2015)

Harnett, Rev John (1873-1946) San Francisco

John Harnett, son of John Hartnett and his wife, Margaret O’Connell, was born in Clash, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 2 July 1873. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow, where he was ordained priest for the Archdiocese of San Francisco, on 17th June, 1897. He became a naturalised citizen of the United States on 2 March, 1904. He worked as a parish priest in the parishes of St Teresa’s and St. Cecilia’s in San Francisco until his death on 19 March, 1946. He was interred in San Francisco, USA. (Kennelly, Jer, 3/7/15)

Harnett, Rev Patrick (1914-94) CSSp

Patrick Francis Harnett was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 5 October, 1914. He entered the Spiritan congregation and made profession of vows. His ordination was delayed because he was suffering from tuberculosis. Following an imporovement in his health, he was ordained priest in 1940, after which he was appointed Kenya in 1943. He worked in Bura and Lushangone in the Taiti Hills, and, for thirty years, he served in St Mary’s Parish, Nairobi. He later worked in Makadara, Ruaraka, Holy Family Cathedral Parish and Nayumba ya Wazee. Though in poor health in his later years, he worked with total dedication. He died on 7 June 1994, in Nyumba ya Wazee, Ruraka, Kenya, at the age of 79 years. He was a brother of Rev Richard Harnett (qv). (Farragher, ISR, 193)

Harnett, Rev Peter S (1914-85) Galveston/Houston

Peter Stephen Harnett was born in Dromtrasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 12 July 1914. He was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Galveston/ Houston, Texas, on 23 May 1943. He was Pastor of Our Lady of Fatima church, Galena Park, Texas. He died on 17 July 1985. (Clergy News, Vol 37, No. 6, June, 2010, Diocese of G/H)

Harnett, Rev Richard (1879-1959) CSSp

Richard A Harnett was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 8 June 1879. He joined the Spiritan congregation and was sent to France in 1903 to do his novitiate. He was ordained in 1908, and, the following year, he was appointed to St Mary’s College, Rathmines. In 1912, he was transferred to St Joseph’s parish, Peasley Cross, Lancs. Subsequent appointments included membership of the Irish Mission Band in the USA, of which he duly became leader, and National Director of the Holy

Childhood Association. He was in hospital for a check-up when he died on 11 November, 1959, aged 80 years. He was buried in Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12. He was an uncle of Rev Dan Hackett CSSp (qv). (Farragher, ISR, 194)

Harnett, Rev Richard (1920-84) Los Angeles

Richard Kevin Harnett was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 3 June 1920. He attended Abbeyfeale National School, followed by St Michael’s College, Listowel. He then studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the diocese of Los Angeles on 24 June 1945. Among his appointments was that of assistant pastor at Christ King Parish, Los Angeles. He died on 27 December 1984. He was a brother of Rev Patrick Harnett CSSp (qv) (Daly, 5/8/14)

Harnett, Sr Bridget Kieran (-1978) PBVM

Bridget (Bridie) Harnett was born in Port, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM). When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Kieran. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then attended the National University of Ireland, Cork, where she obtained a degree in languages. This was followed by Higher Diploma in Education. She died on 10 February 1978. (PBVM BOL)

Harnett, Sr Catherine Josephine (1888-1914) SMG

Catherine Harnett was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 31 August 1888. She entered the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Maryfield, Roehamption, London, on 18 October 1911. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Josephine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Maryfield on 22 July 1912. She ministered in Dublin, Wiltshire and Surrey. She died on 22 July 1914 and was buried in the SMG burial plot, Streatham Vale, London SW17 OLT, UK. (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Harnett, Sr Catherine Magdaen (1922-2014) RSM

Catherine Harnett, daughter of William Hartnett and his wife, Mary Daly, was born in Inch, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 2 December 1922. She entered the Sisters of Mercy at Cobh, Co. Cork, on 28 September 1941.

When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Magdalen. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Cobh on 2 May 1944. She ministered in different Mercy convents in the diocese of Cloyne. She spent her later years at Araglen Nursing Home, Boherbue, Co. Cork, where she died on 29 December 2014. She was buried in the RSM burial plot, Cobh, Co. Cork. (RIP.ie death notice).

Harnett, Sr Elizabeth Bernard (1898-1959) HFB

Elizabeth Harnett, daughter of Patrick Harnett and his wife, Mary Mulcahy, was born in Camas, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 24 February 1898. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 17 October 1917. When receiving the religious habit on 9 August 1917, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bernard Joseph. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 August 1918. She then went to Leeds for study and training. Subsequently, she taught at Mount St Mary’s Girls School, Leeds, later becoming Head there. In 1936, she became Head of Corpus Christi School, Leeds. She died on 16 January 1959, following a road traffic accident. She was buried in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. She was a sister of Sr Ellen Celestine Harnett (qv). (JM, 2015l)

Harnett, Sr Ellen Celestine (1894-1973) HFB

Ellen Harnett, daughter of Patrick Harnett and his wife, Mary Mulcahy, was born in Camas, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 22 July 1894. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 24 February 1914. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Celestine, on 9 August 1915. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 10 February 1917. She then went to Mount St Mary’s, Leeds, for study and training. Following her training, she taught in Magherafelt, Co. Derry, and subsequently at in the Convent School, Liscard, Wallasey, Merseyside. In 1947, she was transferred to Norris Green, Liverpool, and appointed superior. She died on 25 March 1973, and was buried in West Derby cemetery, Liverpool, UK. She was a sister of Sr Elizabeth Bernard Harnett (qv). (JM, 2015)

Harnett, Sr Ellen Laurenza (1922-94) OLA

Ellen Harnett was born in Knockbrack, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 29 March, 1922. She entered the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of the Apostles (OLA) in Ardfoyle Convent, Cork, on 7 September, 1940. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new religious name, Sister Laurenza. She completed her novitiate and made profession of vows on 8 March, 1943. On completion of her training, she set sail for Nigeria and worked in the OLA missions in Benin City, Sapele and Warri, altogether for 36 years. She returned to Ireland in 1971 and subsequently served in Castlemacgarrett, Rostrevor and Ardfoyle. She died in her sleep on 17 October, 1994. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Ardfoyle convent, Cork. She was a sister of Sr Mary Gerarda Harnett (qv). (OLA 5/614)

Harnett, Sr Katherine Michelle (1921-75) LSP

Katherine Harnett, daughter of John Harnett and his wife, Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Glenquin, Ashford, Co. Limerick, on 28 October 1921. In 1943, she entered the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) in Kilmainham, Dublin. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister St Michelle. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 3 July 1946, at St Bridget’s Convent, Roebuck Road, Dublin 4. She went to France for her final profession on 15 October 1950, and stayed to work in Latour St Pern. She was appointed superior and spent many years supervising homes for the elderly. She died in France on 29 April 1975, and was buried in Maubeuge, North France. (JM, 2015)

Harnett, Sr Madge Celsus (1876-1942) HFB

Margaret (Madge) Harnett was born in Inch, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 23 October 1876. She attended the convent of the Sisters of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, and subsequently joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1898. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Celsus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. Much of her ministry was in the Leeds area. She died on 17 May 1942 and was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12//14)

Harnett, Sr Mary Annunciata (1931-2015) RSM

Mary Harnett, daughter of Timothy Harnett and his wife, Johanna Collins, was born in Ballaugh, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 28 December 1931. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Charleville, Co. Cork, on 6 January 1949. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Annunciata. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 27 August 1951. She trained as a nurse and served in hospitals in the Cloyne diocese before going to Kenya, where she worked for several years. On her return to Ireland, she became involved in setting up and operating sheltered homes in Meadow Grove, Mallow. Advancing age and infirmity forced her to return to the Mercy Convent, Charleville, where she spent her later years. She died there on 29 March 2015 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. (CE, Death Notice)

Harnett, Sr Mary Gerarda (1919-2002) OLA

Mary Harnett was born in Knockbrack, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 23 May, 1919. On 7 September, 1937, she entered the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of the Apostles (OLA) at Ardfoyle Convent, Cork. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Gerarda. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 March, 1940. In the later 1940s, she was transferred to England and worked in the OLA convent in Leigh, Lancs., where she helped care for elderly people. In the 1950s, she joined the OLA missions in Nigeria and worked in Lagos and Ibadan. In 1956, she trained as a nurse and midwife at the Royal College of Midwives in London and, in 1960, she returned to Nigeria to work in OLA hospitals in both Northern and Southern Nigeria. In 1996, she retired to the OLA community in Ardfoyle, Cork, where she died on 12 April, 2002. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Ellen Laurenza Harnett (qv). (OLA 5/6/14)

Harnett, Sr Nora Veronica (1875-1956) HFB

Nora Harnett was born in Inch, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 May 1875. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) on 9 August 1895. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Veronica. At the end of her novitiate, she made

profession of vows. For most of her life, she ministered in England. She died there on 6 January 1956 and was buried in Sicklinghall, North Yorks., UK (HFB CM, 25/2/15)

Harrold, Rev James (1917-2009) SMA

James Harrold, son of James Harrold and his wife, Mary Flynn, was born in Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 4 December 1917. He was educated at the African Missions (SMA) scholasticate in Cork, after which he joined that Congregation on 2 July 1939. He took his Permanent Oath on 13 June 1942 and was ordained priest on 19 December 1942. He spent most of his life ministering in the American province of the congregation, including Atlanta GA, Savannah GA, Washington DC, New Jersey, Doylestown PA and Dedham MA. He also spent four years on the missions in Liberia. He returned to Ireland when his health deteriorated. He spent his final years in St Theresa’s Nursing Unit, Blackrock, Cork, where he died on 30 August 2009. He was buried in the SMA cemetery, Wilton, Cork. (SMA, 7/11/14)

Hartigan, Sr Mary Martha (1927-2001) RSM

Mary Hartigan was born in Barnique, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 25 November 1927. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Naas, Co. Kildare, taking Sister Martha as her religious name. At the end of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 25 November 1948. She spent many years in Naas, where she was involved in the hospitality ministry and in caring for the sick. She was a founder member of St Lazerian House, which cares for the elderly in five neighbouring parishes. She died suddenly at St Helen’s Convent, Naas, on 8 June 2001, at the age of 74 years. She was buried in St Corban’s cemetery, Naas, Co. Kildare. (TA, 125, 50)

Hartnett, Br Maurice Benjamin (c1880-1955) CFX

Maurice Hartnett, son of Cornelius Hartnett and his wife, Brigid Madigan, was born in Rooskagh West, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, about 1880. He served his trade as a stone mason before immigrating to the USA about 1920. He initially worked with the transport system in Chicago. As a mature man, he decided to enter religious life and he joined the Xaverian Brothers (CFX) in Oshkosh, Wis., and devoted the rest of his life to the healthcare ministry. He died in California, USA, in 1955. (TA, 125, 18/2/16)

Hartnett, Sr Mary Agnes Magdalen (1877-1941) HFB

Mary Agnes Hartnett was born in Inch, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 10 February 1877. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 9 August 1895. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Magdalen. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. In 1899, she volunteered for work in South Africa, where she ministered for several years. She died at Bloemfontein, SA, on 5 April 1941 and was buried in that city. (HFB CM, 25/2/15)

Hartney, Sr Maura Gerald (1910-2008) CSC

Maura Hartney, daughter of Michael J Hartney and his wife, Margaret Glynn, was born in Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 24 February 1910. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Cross (CSC) at St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN, USA, on 10 July 1929. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Gerald, on 6 January 1930 and made her final profession on 15 August 1935. Though she started her career as a teacher, she went on to qualify as an accountant and had a distinguished career as a hospital and congregational financial administrator. She received two honorary degrees and was presented with the Hall of Fame Award of the American College of Healthcare Executives Congress in 2002. She died on 10 September 2008 and was interred in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN, USA. (CSC, JF, 1/8/16)

Hayes, Br Con (1917-2002) OCSO

Con Hayes was born in Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 7 April 1917. On 15 May 1947, he entered the Cistercian Monastery, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. When receiving the religious habit on 19 November 1947, he also received a new religious name, Brother Bernard. On completion of his novitiate training, he made profession of vows on 8 December 1949. He made his Solemn Profession on 18 December 1953. He spent the remainder of his life in the monastery in Roscrea, where he died on 25 December 2002. He was buried in the cemetery attached to the monastery, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. (TA, 125, 38)

Hayes, Br Dan Edmund (1924-2004) CFC

Daniel Hayes was born in Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, in 1924. He entered the Christian Brothers (CFC) at St Helen’s, Booterstown, Dublin, in 1939. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Edmund. He qualified as a teacher at Marino Institute of Education, Dublin, specialising in technical education. He went to India in 1947 and taught in Asaensoal and Calcutta. He returned to Ireland in 1994 and took up residence at the Edmund Rice Centre, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. He spent his later years in St Patrick’s, Baldoyle, where he died on 15 October 2004. He was interred in Baldoyle, Dublin. (CFC Necrologies, 13/06/16)

Hayes, Rev James (1883-1948), Limerick & SSC

James Hayes was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 11 November 1883. He entered st Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 21 June 1908. Following ordination, he went on loan to the archdiocese of Liverpool, UK, where he ministered at St Joseph’s church, Liverpool. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he taught for six years at St Munchin’s College (1909-1915). He was then appointed curate, successively, in Manister (1915-1916); St Patrick’s (1916-1917); Glenroe (1917); St John’s (1917-1918) and St Michael’s (1918-1921). He then left the Limerick diocese to join the Maynooth Mission to China (later renamed the Society of St Columban or SSC). He subsequently did missionary work in Nebraska, USA. He died in 1948 and was buried in the USA. He was a brother of Rev Michael Hayes (qv) (Tobin, 2004, 48)

Hayes, Rev Joseph (1923-95) Baker

Joseph Hayes, son of David and Julia Hayes, was born in Ballyowen, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in September 1923. In 1940, he entered St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest on 20 June 1946, for the diocese of Baker, Oregon. He attended the Catholic University of America in Washington DC and graduated with a degree in Canon Law. He was then appointed Pastor of Klamath Falls OR, and given the title of Monsignor. He died at Klamath Falls OR on 3 August 1995 and was buried in that city. He was a brother of Rev Roger Hayes OMI (qv) (Dioc Chronicle, Baker, 2/11/14)

Hayes, Rev Michael (1870-1934) Limerick

Michael Hayes, a native of Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, was baptised in his parish church on 1 January, 1870. He attended St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained on 21 June, 1896. He was appointed curate, successively, in Parteen (1899-1900); St Mary’s (1900-02) and; St John’s (1902-04). On 12 April, 1904, he was appointed to teach at St Munchin’s College (1904-06), after which he resumed his pastoral ministry, as curate, in Killeedy (1906-07); Tournafulla (1907-08); St Munchin’s (1908-11); Monagea (1912-13) and Newcastle West (1913-24). In 1924, he was appointed Parish Priest of Stonehall (Kilcornan) and was transferred to Ardagh in the same capacity on 20 January, 1929. He died at the Mater Hospital, Dublin, on 16 June, 1934, at the age of 64. In 1920, he adopted the Irish version of his name, Miceál Ó h-Aodha. (Tobin, 2004, 48-49; Ó Corbuí, 1975, 100)

Hayes, Rev Robert (1867-1926) Salford

Robert Hayes, son of Thomas Hayes, and his wife, Ellen Feeney was born in Toomdeely, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Askeaton Catholic church on 4 April, 1867. He studied for the priesthood at All Hallows College, Dublin, where he was ordained for the diocese of Salford in 1893. He was assistant priest at St Ann’s, Blackburn (1894-1898) and Parish Priest of Mount Carmel, Blackley, Manchester (1899-1926). Here he supervised the building of a new church in 1908. In 1911, he suffered a bad fall off a ladder, from which he never fully recovered. He died in 1926 and was buried in St Joseph’s Catholic cemetery, Moston, Manchester. (Liverpool, 2011).

Hayes, Rev Roger (1913-85) OMI

Roger Hayes, son of David and Julia Hayes, was born in Ballyowen, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 2 March 1913. He joined the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) in Cahermoyle, Ardagh, Co. Limerick. He attended St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest in 1944. Following ordination, he ministered in the Isle of Man, where he was chaplain to prisoners of war, then in Southport and later in Liverpool. He died in Liverpool on 4 March 1985, and was buried in that city. He was a brother of Rev Joseph Hayes (qv). (JM, 2015)

Hayes, Sr Bridget Sylvester (1908-94) SJA

Bridget Hayes, daughter of Jeremiah Hayes and his wife, Mary Halvey, was born in Ballycasey, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 26 June 1908. She entered the Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparitions (SJA) at Marseilles, France, on 27 October 1922. When receiving the religious habit on 13 March 1924, she also received a new religious name, Sister Sylvester. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at Moulmein, Burma, on 14 March 1925. She continued to minister at the SJA boarding school for girls in Moulmein until her health failed and she returned to the UK in 1958. There, she took up residence at the SJA Convent, Alderley Edge, Cheshire. When her health improved, she began a new pastoral ministry at a local female prison. Subsequently, her health deteriorated further and she moved to the SJA Nursing Home in Liverpool, where she died on 16 March 1994. She was buried in the cemetery adjoining the SJA convent, Liverpool, UK. (SJA Sheila 10/8/15)

Hayes, Sr Elizabeth Comhgall (1920-2016) OLA

Elizabeth (Lily) Hayes was born in Ballyneale, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, in 1920. She entered the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of the Apostles (OLA) in Ballintemple, Cork, in March 1937. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Comhgall. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1939. She then went to Nigeria, where she spent more than fifty years in schools in Kaduna, Minna, Ibadan, Lagos and Abeokuta. With deteriorating health, she retired to the OLA convent in Ballintemple, Cork, where she died on 4 June 2016. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the OLA convent, Ballintemple, Cork. (OLA Wm Browne, 8/6/16)

Hayes, Sr Johanna Basil (1898-1924) HFB

Johanna Hayes was born in Ballygoghlin, Glin, Co. Limerick, on 12 August 1898. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 30 October 1917. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Basil. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in various schools of her

congregation. She died 18 February 1924, at the young age of 25 years. She was buried in Ramsgate, Kent, UK. She was a sister of Sr Sarah Hayes HFB (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Hayes, Sr Margaret Joseph (1861-1937) RSM

Margaret Hayes, daughter of Michael Hayes and his wife, Mary Ryan, was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 26 May 1861. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia, on 10 May 1880. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Catherine. She spent her life in Australia, dying in Rockhampton QLD, on 26 November 1937. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Rockhampton, QLD. (INSCCA 1838-1918).

Hayes, Sr Sarah Francis (1904-84) HFB

Sarah Hayes was born in Ballygoghlin, Glin, Co. Limerick, on 19 April 1904. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 20 January 1923. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Francis of Paula. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent most of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 24 December 1984 and was buried in Norris Green, Liverpool, UK. She was a sister of Sr Johanna Hayes (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Healy, Rev John (1916-75) San Jose

John Joseph Healy, son of Daniel Healy and his wife, Margaret Cronin, was born in Abbeyfeale Hill, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, about 1916. He studied for the priesthood at St Patrick’s seminary, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, and, on completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained priest for the archdiocese of San Francisco, CA, in 1932. He became Pastor of St Christopher’ church in San Jose in 1951. He remained in this post until his death on 18 June 1975. He was buried in Holy Cross Cemetery, Colma, CA. In his later years, he received the title of Monsignor. (ancestry.com)

Heffernan, Sr Anne Xavier (1885-1955) RSM

Anne Heffernan, daughter of Edmund Heffernan and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 22 February 1885.

She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Hardinge Street, Commercial Road, London E1, on 24 May 1902. When receiving the religious habit on 15 August 1903, she also received a new name, Sister Xavier. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 21 April 1906. In 1916, she was transferred to Wanstead, London E11, where she remained for the remainder of her working life. She died on 10 December 1955 and was buried in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Leytonstone, London E11 4 HL. She was a sister of Sr Catherine De Sales Heffernan (qv). (RSM UK JS, 4/3/15)

Heffernan, Sr Catherine De Sales (1887-1961) RSM

Catherine Heffernan, daughter of Edmund Heffernan and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 3 April 1887. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Hardinge Street, Commercial Road, London E1, on 31 October 1906. When receiving the religious habit on 11 January 1908, she also received a new religious name, Sister De Sales. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 5 November 1910. In 1916, she was transferred to Wanstead, London E11. She died on 15 February 1961 and was buried in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Leytonstone, London E11 4HL. She was a sister of Sr Anne Xavier Heffernan (qv). (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15)

Hennessy, Rev John J (1874-1951) San Francisco

John J Hennessy, son of John J Hennessy and his wife, Ellen Mullane, was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 30 January 1874. In 1892, He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow, where he was ordained priest for the archdiocese of San Francisco on 11 June 1889. On arrival in the USA, he did postgraduate studies at St Paul’s Seminary, MN. His early appointments included curate, successively, in Petaluma, CA (1900-1901); St James’, San Francisco (1901-1905) and St Joseph’s, Almeda, CA (1905- 1912). In 1912, he was appointed Pastor at Danville, CA (1912-1917). In 1917, he was appointed Pastor of St Ambrose Parish, Berkeley, CA, where he remained until his retirement owing to illness in 1944. He died in St Joseph’s Hospital, San Francisco, on 22 October 1951 and was buried in in St Joseph’s church Berkeley, San Francisco, CA. (JM, 3/6/14)

Herbert, Br Seamus (1922-96) CFC

Seamus Herbert was born in Boherbui, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1922. He entered the Christian Brothers in England in 1937. On completion of his religious studies, he qualified as a teacher. He returned to Ireland to teach at Marino Insitute of Education (Dublin). In 1946, he went to South Africa, where he taught in CFC schools and colleges in Kimberley, Broni and Johannesburg. He died in Johannesburg on 19 July 1996 and was buried in that city. (NCW Duhig File)

Histon, Br Thomas Louis (1911-71) CFC

Thomas Histon was born in Churchtown, Newcastle West, in 1911. He Joined the Christian Brothers (CFC) in Dublin in 1926. When he received the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Louis. He made profession of vows on 25 December 1929, after which he qualified as a teacher at Marino Institute of Education, Dublin. He then taught in several CFC schools in Ireland, including Carriglea, Marino and Colaiste Muire. In 1966, he suffered a stroke, after which he spent his later years at St Patrick’s Rest Home, Baldoyle, Dublin, where he died on 3 January 1971. He was buried in the CFC cemetery, Baldoyle, Dublin. He was a brother of Br William Oliver Histon CFC (qv) and Rev Simon Histon (qv). (Duhig, NCW, 15/10/15

Histon, Br William Oliver (1906-70) CFC

William Histon was born in Churchtown, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1906. He joined the Christian Brothers (CFC) in Dublin in 1924. When he received the religious habit on 24 December 1925, he also received a new religious name, Brother Oliver. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows. He then qualified as a teacher at Marino Institute of Education, Dublin, after which he taught in several CFC schools in Ireland, including Mullingar, Middleton, Gorey and Ennistymon. He died at St Joseph’s, Ennistymon, Co. Clare, on 20 February 1970. He was a brother of Br Thomas Louis Histon CFC (qv) and Rev Simon Histon (qv). (Duhig, NCW, 15/10/15)

Histon, Rev Simon (1909-62) SAC

Simon HIston was born in Churchtown, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1909. He joined the Pallotine Congregation (SAC) in Thurles, Co.

Tipperary, and was ordained priest in 1937. He was then assigned to the SAC mission in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he ministered for the rest of his life. He was appointed superior of the SAC mission in Argentina. He died on 9 July 1962 and was buried in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was a brother of Br Thomas Histon CFC (qv) and Br William Histon CFC (qv). (Duhig, NCW, 15/10/15)

Histon, Sr Margaret Clotilde (1878-1958) HFB

Margaret Mary Histon was born in Kiloughteen, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, 25 April 1878. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 6 September 1900. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Clotilde. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in various schools of her congregation. She died on 21 January 1958 and was buried in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Hogan, Rev Cyril (1925-1990) Auckland

Cyril Hogan, son of Richard and Anne Hogan, was born in Gortnagrour, Adare, Co. Limerick, on 18 February 1925. He was ordained priest at at All Hallows College, Dublin, and, after ordination, went to minister in New Zealand. He was attached to the Auckland diocese and worked in several parishes there. Whenever, he came home on holidays, he also visited the Convent of Mercy, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, where his sister, Maureen (qv), was a member of the community. On one occasion, during a visit to the convent, he suffered a severe heart attack. After a partial recovery, it was arranged with the bishop of Portsmouth that he would stay in Shanklin and act as chaplain to St Anthony’s Convent of Mercy. He continued this chaplaincy work until his death, on 1 April, 1990. His remains were conveyed back to Adare by some Sisters of Mercy and were interred in the cemetery attached to St Nicholas’ church, Adare, Co. Limerick. (RSM, Shankley, UK)

Hogan, Sr Maureen (1909-88) RSM

Maureen Hogan, daughter of Richard and Anne Hogan, was born in Gortnagrour, Adare, Co. Limerick, on 30 May, 1909. She joined the Sisters of Mercy at Wanstead, England, on 15 August, 1925. At the end of her

novitiate, she made her first profession at Wanstead on 17 April, 1928, and her final profession on 18 April, 1931. She attended Teacher Training College and qualified as a teacher, and taught at Wanstead for several years. In 1946, she was transferred to St Anthony’s Convent, Shanklin, Isle of Wight. She joined the staff of St Wilfred’s Catholic School, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, where she became principal. She was also superior of St Anthony’s convent. When her health failed, she moved to a nursing home in Ryde, Isle of Wight, where she died on 3 December 1988. She was interred in Shanklin, Isle of Wight. (RSM UK, Shankley 2010).

Holmes, Rev James (1899-1970) Springfield

James Holmes, son of James Holmes and his wife, Minnie Egan, was born in Gortnagluggin, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1899. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained for the diocese of Springfield, Illinois, USA, about 1930. He ministered in Jacksonville, Morgan, and Immaculate Conception, Mattoon. He died in Mattoon, Illinois, in August 1970, and was interred in that city. (Holmes, M, 17/5/16)

Hough, Sr Bridget Euphemia (1899-1978) HFB

Bridget Hough, daughter of William Hough, was born in Monegea, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 3 January 1899. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux on 30 October 1917. When receiving the religious habit on 9 August 1919, she also received a new religious name, Sister Euphemia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 10 February 1920. Her subsequent appointments included teaching in Leeds (1920-22); Stockport (1922-39) and Magherafelt, Co. Armagh (1942-78). She died on 6 November 1978 and was buried in Milltown cemetery, Magherafelt. She specialised in teaching music. (HFB CM, 2015)

Hough, Sr Hannah Clare (1916-43) HFB

Hannah Hough, daughter of Daniel Hough and his wife, Margaret Scanlon, was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 17 May 1916. On 19 January 1935, she joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. She entered the novitiate at Accrington, Lancs. When receiving the religious habit on 9 August 1935, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Claire. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 August 1936. Later that year, she went to one of the

convents of her congregation in South Africa, where she began teaching. Her life in South Africa, however, was short. She died there in 1943, at the early age of 27 years. She was buried in South Africa. She was a niece of Sr Margaret Ita Hough (HFB CM, 2015)

Hough, Sr Kathleen Patrick (1878-1947) RSM

Kathleen Hough, daughter of Edward Hough and Catherine Guinane, was born in Askeaton on 10 July 1878. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), Abbeyfeale, on 27 August, 1903. She received the religious habit on 17 March 1904, taking the name of Sister Patrick. She was professed on 29 March 1906. She was elected to the position of bursar of the convent on two occasions: 1920-32 and 1941-47. She died on 26 August 1947, and is buried in the RSM convent cemetery, Abbeyfeale. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Ita Hough (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2015)

Hough, Sr Margaret Francesca (1883-1968) HFB

Margaret Hough, daughter of Jeremiah Hough and his wife, Hannie Leahy, was born in Ballycumane, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 1 March 1883. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Francesca. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows and then qualified as a teacher. She visited her old home more than once, the last time being 1960. She died in 1968 and was buried in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. She was an aunt of Sr Hannah Clare Hough (qv). (HFB CM, 2015)

Hough, Sr Margaret Ita (1875-1962) RSM

Margaret Hough, daughter of Edward Hough and Catherine Guinane, was born in Askeaton on 1 September, 1875. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), Tipperary Town, where she received the habit on 27 September, 1897. Taking the name, Sister Mary Ita, she was professed on 14 October, 1899. Her early years were spent teaching small children, something for which she had many talents. Subsequently, she spent time in St Patrick’s Hospital, Cashel, Ballycarron, and St Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin. In her later years she returned to the Mercy Convent, Tipperary, where she spent

the remainder of her life. She died peacefully on 10 February, 1962 and was interred in the convent cemetery, Tipperary. She was a sister of Sister Kathleen Patrick Hough (qv). (RSM SC, AB, 2015).

Hough, Sr Mary Therese (1890-1962) HFB

Mary Hough, daughter of William Hough, was born in Monagea, Co. Limerick, in 1890. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) on 15 October 1910. When receiving the religious habit on 14 February 1911, she also received a new religious name, Sister Marie Therese. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 15 August 1912. She qualified as a teacher and spent her life in the classroom, especially in New Brighton, UK. She died on July 1962 and was buried in New Brighton, Merseyside, UK. (HFB CM, 2015)

Houlihan, Rev David (c1918-93) Limerick

David Houlihan was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, about 1918. He studied for the priesthood at Maynooth Seminary, where he was ordained priest on 19 June 1943. Following ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Ardpatrick (1945-1954); St Mary’s (1954-1956) and Newcastle West (1956-1970). In 1970, he was appointed Parish Priest first in Templeglantine (1970-76), then at Christ the King (1976-86) and finally to Bruff (1987-93). He died at Milford House, Limerick, on 2 May 1993 and was interred in the church grounds, Bruff, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Houlihan, Rev John (1897-1944) Limerick

John Houlihan was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, in 1897. He was ordained priest in Rome in May 1920. He remained in Rome to do postgraduate studies and returned to the diocese of Limerick in 1924. He served as curate in Abbeyfeale (1924-1943). In 1943, he was appointed Parish Priest of Templeglantine, where he remained until his death on 15 September 1944. He was buried within the church in Templeglantine, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Houlihan, Rev Liam (1938-2013) Salford

Liam Houlihan was born in Kilatel, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 22 May 1938, and baptised in Granagh Catholic church on 24 May 1938.

He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, where he was ordained priest on 11 June 1961. He joined the diocese of Salford, England, and ministered in several parishes in that diocese, including: Sacred Heart, Accrington; St Gabriel’s, Castleton. He was then appointed Parish Priest, initially at St Sebastian’s, Pendleton, and, in 2009, of St Boniface, Lower Broughton. He was appointed Vicar General and Canon of the Cathedral Chapter. He died on 27 November 2013, and his remains were interred at St Mary’s Cemetery, Wardley, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom. (Salford DA, 2013)

Houlihan, Sr Bridget Joseph (1900-97) FCJ

Bridget (Delia) Houlihan, daughter of John Houlahan and his wife, Mary O’Shaughnessy, was born in Knocknaboula, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, on 7 November 1900. She joined the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) at Upton, Birkenhead, UK, on 8 September 1921. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Joseph, on 16 March 1921. She then went to the FCJ Convent, St Anne D’Auray, France, where she completed her novitiate and made profession of vows on 15 August 1924. After profession, she returned to the UK, where she qualified as a teacher and spent the remainder of her life teaching in various FCJ schools in the UK, but mainly in Preston, Lancs. She died at Redriff, Broadstairs, Kent, on 22 November 1997, and was buried in the UK. She was a sister of Sr Rita Houlihan (qv) (FCJ MP, 12/8/14)

Houlihan, Sr Katie John (1883-1974) HFB

Catherine (Katie) Houlihan was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 28 July 1883. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 30 April 1914. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister John Mary. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in various schools of her congregation. She died on 18 March 1974 and was buried in Stockport, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Houlihan, Sr Mary Rita (1903-98) RSM

Mary Houlihan, daughter of John Houlahan and his wife, Mary O’Shaughnessy, was born in Knocknaboula, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick,

on 2 August 1903. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. When receiving the religious habit on 8 September 1923, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Rita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 13 October 1926. She then began training as a nurse at Mercy Hospital, Cork, where she qualified in General and Fever Nursing. She then returned to Limerick, where she worked in St Camillus Hospital. One of her more celebrated patients was the Pulitzer prize-winning author, Frank McCourt, author of Angela’s Ashes (1996). She nursed Frank through a dose of typhoid fever, something which he subsequently acknowledged during his visit to Limerick. She spent her later years at Catherine McAuley House, where she died on 4 September 1988. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Joseph Houlihan FCJ (qv). (RSM SC, AB 3/9/14)

Hourigan, Rev David (1906-43) SDB

David Hourigan, son of Thomas Hourigan and his wife, Maria Hanley, was born in Moig West, Castletown, Pallaskenry, on 12 July, 1906. In November, 1921, he entered the Salesian Congregation, in Cowley, Oxford, and, on completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession in 1922. He was ordained priest in 1931. He was sent to Hong Kong, where he mastered the Chinese language (Contonese dialect). He returned to the UK when his health deteriorated. At the outbreak of World War II, he volunteered as a chaplain to the forces. He was chaplain to a British parachute regiment, parachuted into Sicily. He was killed by an exploding shell in Sicily on 10 July, 1943. He was buried in Syracuse War Cemetery in that island. He is also commemorated on a memorial panel in the chapel of the Armed Forces centre in Amport House, Hampshire, England. (McNamara, 2006)

Hourigan, Rev John (1913-93) CSSp

John Hourigan was born in Ballingary, Co. Limerick, on 4 November 1913. He entered the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp) in Kilshane, Co. Tippperary, where he was professed in 1934. On completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained in 1941 and was appointed to Nigeria. He worked at Onitsha until 1948 when he got a form of spinal malaria which forced him to return home and left a permanent mark on him. Back in Ireland, he filled several posts, National Director of the Holy Childhood Association, and

organiser of pilgrimages to Knock shrine. In 1982 he retired to Kimmage and after a short illness died 5 February 1993 aged 79 years. He was buried in Kimmage. He had several relatives in the CSSp Congregation, including four successive generations beginning with his granduncle, Br John Baptist Hourigan. (Farragher, ISR, 221)

Hunt, Sr Ita Benigna (1908-2005) RSM

Ita Hunt, daughter of James and Catherine Hunt, was born in Dromindeel, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 24 May 1908. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Mobile AL, USA, on 10 November 1925. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Benigna, on 24 June 1926. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 24 August 1928. She then qualified as a teacher and taught in Catholic schools for many years. She died on 15 July 2005 and was interred in Mobile Catholic Cemetery, AL, USA. (RSM Int, MKD 4/11/15)

Hynes, Sr Ellen Attracta (1895-1965) SMG

Ellen Hynes was born in Graigacurra, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 15 April 1895. She entered the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) on 12 February 1921. When she received the religious habit in September 1921, she also received a new religious name, Sister Attracta. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 14 September 1923. She qualified as a teacher and taught in different cities in England. She died on 21 February 1965 and was buried in Kensal Green, London. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Ita Hynes (qv). (SMG JO’R, 21/8/15)

Hynes, Sr Margaret Ita (1896-1973) HFB

Margaret Mary Hynes was born in Graigacurra, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 28 January 1896. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 2 December 1927. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 22 December 1973 and was buried in Sicklinghall, North Yorks., UK. She was a sister of Sr Ellen Attracta Hynes (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Irwin, Rev John (1928-2002) Limerick

John Irwin, a native of Frankford, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, was born in April, 1928. He attended St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained on 21 June, 1953. After ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Killeedy (1953-59), Kildimo/ Pallaskenry (1959-1969) and Rathkeale (1969-1978). On 23 August, 1978, he was appointed Administrator of the parish of Cappagh. In 1982, he was appointed Parish Priest, first of Kicornan (1982-87), then of Dromin/ Athlacca (1987-97) and finally of Monagea (1997-2002). He died, after a short illness, on 8 January, 2002. (LDA, 2015)

Irwin, Rev Michael (1835-1919) Limerick

Michael Irwin, son of Edmund Irwin and his wife, Mary Donworth, was born at Ahadagh House, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 10 April, 1835. He studied for the priesthood at the Irish College, Rome, and was ordained at St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 14 May, 1863. After his ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Tournafulla (1863-1864), Cappagh (1864-1865),  Coolcappa  (1865-1870),  St  Munchin’s  (1870-1873),

Banogue (1873), Effin (1873-1877) and Mahoonagh (187-1880). In 1880, he was appointed Parish Priest of Mahoonagh, where he remained until his death on 30 January, 1919, aged 81 years. He was appointed Canon of the Limerick Cathedral Chapter in 1912. He was interred in the church grounds, Mahoonagh, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 51)

Irwin, Sr Ellen Aloysius (1867-1924) PBVM

Ellen Irwin, daughter of Edmund Irwin and his wife, Anne Curtin, was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 1 January 1867. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) in Victoria, Australia, on 2 August 1886. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Aloysius. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and taught in PBVM schools in Victoria. She died on 17 October 1924 and was buried in Victoria, Australia. She was a niece of Sr Patrick Irwin PBVM. (INSCCA 1838-1918).

Keane, Rev William (1866-1938) CSSp

William Keane was born on 4 August, 1866, at Ahawilk, Feoghenagh, Co. Limerick. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation in Rockwell. On

completion of his novitiate, he studied at Chevilly, France, where he was ordained in 1901. The following year he was appointed to Sierra Leone where he worked for fifteen years, mainly at Ascension Town. Later we find him on the teaching staff at Blackrock College, Co. Dublin, and from 1920 in America where he served in the black parishes of St. Peter Claver, Philadelphia, Holy Spirit in Opelousa, and Sacred Heart in Lake Charles, La. He spent his retirement years at Blackrock Castle, Dublin. He died on 13 May, 1938, aged 71 years. He was buried in Dean’s Grange Cemetery, Blackrock, Co. Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 235)

Keane, Sr Julia Albeus (1904-88) RSM

Julia Keane, daughter of John Keane and his wife, Ellen Hartnett, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 22 June, 1904. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Webster Groves, St Louis, Mo. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Albeus, in September 1924. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows and then qualified as nurse. In 1945, she went to work in British Guiana, now Guyana, where she worked, first at the Leprosy Hospital, Mahica, and, subsequently, at St John’s Hospital, Georgetown. She returned to the USA in 1964 and continued her work as a nurse until her retirement in 1983. She died on 8 February 1988, and was interred in the convent cemetery. (ftbttb, 237-39).

Keating, Sr Bridget Josephine (1895-1922) RSM

Bridget Keating, daughter of Michael and Mary Keating, was born on 20 December 1895, at Amogan, Croagh, Co. Limerick. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 5 June 1915. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Josephine. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Limerick on 30 June, 1917. She taught in the primary school attached to the convent. She died of meningitis on 27th December 1922, and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. (RSM SC, AB 2015)

Keating, Sr Helen Evangelist (1854-1889) RSM

Helen Keating, daughter of Michael Keating and his wife, Johanna O’Riordan was born in Ardnanaon, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick in 1854. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Mount St Michael’s, Cobh, on 20

November 1875. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new religious name, Sister Mary Evangelist. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 6 June, 1878. She was engaged in teaching for some years, but her health deteriorated and she died in Cobh on 15 January 1889, at the early age of 35 years. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Cobh, Co. Cork. She was a sister of Sr Mary Stanislaus Keating (qv) (RSM SP, DL 20/6/14)

Keating, Sr Honoria Antonio (1882-1980) RSM

Honoria Keating, daughter of Patrick Keating and his wife, Mary Madigan, was born in Danesfort, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 22 January 1882. She was educated at the Convent of Mercy, Rathkeale, before entering the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Templemore, Co. Tipperary, on 15 October 1902. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Antonio. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 27 April 1905. She devoted her life to teaching in the Convent School, Templemore, Co. Tipperary. She died in Templemore on 4 April 1980 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. (RSM SC, AB 2015)

Keating, Sr Mary Stanislaus (1844-74) FCJ

Mary Keating, daughter of Michael Keating and his wife, Johanna O’Riordan, was born in Ardnanaon, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 29 June, 1844. She was educated at the FCJ Convent, Bruff, Co. Limerick, and, on completion of her secondary schooling, she joined the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) congregation. On receiving the habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Stanislaus. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Bruff on 22 March, 1865. She taught for several years in the FCJ convent, Bruff. She died at Bruff on 6 December, 1874, and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Helena Evangelist Keating (qv). (FCJ MP, 2015)

Kelleher, Br Francis Cathage (1888-1962) FPM

Francis Kelleher, son of Francis Kelleher and his wife, Johanna Kenrick, was born in Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 24 March 1888. He entered the Presentation Brothers Novitiate, Cork, on 15 August 1905. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Carthage, on

24 February 1906. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows at Mount St Joseph on 18 June 1908. He taught in several Presentation schools, including, Dungannon; Dartford; Canada; Glasthule and Cork. In 1941, he was appointed Master of Novices and superior at Mount St Joseph, Cork. His final years were spent at Coláiste Therèse, Cork. He died at the South Infirmary, Cork, on 22 September 1962, aged 74 years. He was interred in the cemetery at Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 120)

Kelleher, Br James Luke (1927-99) OFM

James Kelleher, son of Thomas Kelleher and his wife, Mary Dore, was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 4 August 1927. He entered the Franciscan Order in Killarney, Co. Kerry, in 1948. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Luke. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 8 September 1954. He ministered in various Franciscan Friaries until 1965, when he took over the management of the Friary farm at Multifarnham, Co. Meath, remaining in this post until 1975. His other appointments included the formation house, Rome, the novitiate in Killarney, Galway, and the Friary in Cork. He died suddenly during an overnight visit to his family home at Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 2 March 1999. He was buried in the Franciscan burial plot, St Finbarr’s cemetery, Cork. (OFM, Killiney, 2015)

Kelleher, Sr Anna Anastasia (1882-1940) RSM

Anna Maria Kelleher, daughter of Francis Kelleher and Johanna Kenrick, was born in Kildimo, on 13 September, 1882. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 5 April, 1902. She received the habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Anastasia, on 16 November, 1902. On completing her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 20 December, 1904. She lived all her life in St Mary’s convent, Limerick, dying there on 4 February, 1940. She was interred in the cemetery in the convent grounds. She was a sister of Br Francis Carthage Kelleher (qv) and Sr Harriet Frances Kelleher (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2009)

Kelleher, Sr Harriet Frances (1886-1979) RSM

Harriet Kelleher, daughter of Francis Kelleher and Johanna Kenrick, was born in Kildimo, on 26 May, 1886. She entered the Sisters of Mercy

(RSM), St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, in December 1907. She received the habit on 28 November, 1908, taking Sister Frances as her religious name. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 3 December, 1910. She spent her life in St Mary’s convent, dying there on 13 April, 1979. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Br Francis Kelleher (qv) and of Sr Anna Anastasia Kelleher (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2009)

Kelleher, Sr Mary Benignus (1925-2016) HFB

Mary Kelleher was born in Pallas, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 23 March 1925. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, in 1946. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Benignus. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1948. She was transferred to HFB Convent, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, on 1 March 1948. She qualified as a teacher and taught at St Conleth’s Infant School, Newbridge, from 1950 to 1990. She died at Holy Family Convent, Newbridge, on 29 January 2016. She was buried in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. (HFB CM, 17/3/16)

Kelly, Br Denis Placidus (1911-84) FSC

Denis Kelly (sometimes listed as O’Kelly), son of Denis Kelly and his wife, Johanna O’Callaghan, was born in Cloonmore, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1911. He entered the De La Salle Juniorate, Castletown, Co. Laois, in 1926, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Placidus Wultan. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in August 1928. In 1931, he qualified as a Primary teacher in Waterford. He then taught in Ardee and Ramsgrange before becoming Principal of St Patrick’s Boys National School, Kilkenny. After that, he spent time in Waterford and Kircubbin, Co. Down. He died in November, 1984, and was interred in ther FSC cemetery, Castletown, Co. Laois. (FSC, 2015)

Kelly, Rev Michael (1880-1931) CSSp

Michael A Kelly was born in Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 9 October 1880. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) Congregation and obtained both a Licentiate and a Doctorate in theology from the Gregorian University, Rome. He was ordained in 1910, after which he went to teach at the Spiritan

Juniorate, Castlehead, Lancs., UK. From there he returned to Ireland, where he was appointed Master of Novices in Kimmage, Dublin 12. In 1912, he joined a Spiritan Mission group in the USA, which toured the Southern States, preaching missions. In 1927, he took up an appointment in the journalism department at Duquesne University, Pittsburgh. He fell ill without warning on 23 May and died on 31 May 1931, aged 50 years. He was buried in Pittsburgh, USA. (Farragher, ISR, 243)

Kelly, Rev Timothy (1840-95) Limerick

Timothy Kelly was born in Kileedy, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish on 27 June, 1840. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 27 August, 1862, and was ordained priest on 28 July, 1867. Following ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Bruff (1868-73); Mahoonagh (1873-74); Croagh (1874-76); Mahoonagh 1876-77); Effin

(1877-81); Dromin/ Athlacca (1881-85) and Shanagolden (1885-87). In 1887, he was appointed Administrator in Kileedy (1887-95). He died on 30 January 1895 at the age of 54 years. He was buried in Killeedy, Co. Limerick (Tobin, 2004, 54)

Kelly, Rev Vincent (1902-80) Ballarat

Vincent Kelly, son of Patrick Kelly and Catherine Nolan, was born in 1902 in Main Street, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and baptised at St Mary’s (RC) church, Askeaton. He attended Askeaton National School and, later, became a priest in Ballarat, NSW, Australia. He was a brother of the two Presentation nuns, Sisters Elizabeth Kelly (19071991) (qv) and Hanora Kelly (18991988) (qv). He died on 6 April, 1980, and was buried in St Mary’s Cemetery, Tenterfield, NSW. (PBVM Archives, Victoria, Au)

Kelly, Sr Brigid Philip (1885-1969) HFB

Brigid Kelly was born in Carrowmore, Knockaderry, Co. Limerick, on 24 January 1885. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 29 April 1905. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Philip. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 4 October 1969 and was buried in Sicklinghall, North Yorks., UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Kelly, Sr Elizabeth Brigid (1907-91) PBVM

Elizabeth Kelly, daughter of Patrick Kelly and Catherine Nolan, was born in Main Street, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 23 April, 1907. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), Victoria Province, Melbourne. She received the habit on 25 December, 1925, when she took the name, Sister Brigid. She was professed on 8 September 1928. She taught in several Presentation Sisters schools in the Melbourne area and died on 11 April 1991. She was buried in Melbourne General Cemetery, Australia. She was a sister of Sister Hanora V Kelly (qv). (PBVM, Windsor, Au, 2015).

Kelly, Sr Hanora Vigilius (1899-1988) PBVM

Hanora Martha Kelly, daughter of Patrick Kelly and Catherine Nolan, was born in Main Street, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 18 February 1899. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), Victoria Province, Australia. She received the habit on 6 October 1922, taking the name, Sister Virgilius. She was professed on 26 January 1924, after which she taught in Presentation schools in the Victoria Province. She died 21 September 1988, and was buried in Melbourne General Cemetery, Australia. She was a sister of Sister Elizabeth Brigid Kelly (q.v). (PBVM, Windsor, Au, 2015).

Kelly, Sr Honora Celestine (1924-2002) CSN

Honora Kelly, daughter of Patrick Kelly and his wife, Catherine Woulfe, was born at Sugar Hill, Templeglantine, Co. Limerick, on 5 June 1924. She entered the Sisters of Nazareth (CSN) at Hammersmith, London, on 13 November 1955. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Celestine, on 24 May 1956. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 15 August 1957. She spent her working life in the caring profession, her assignments including: Mallow, ROI; Belfast; Middlesbrough; Nottingham; Cardiff; Birmingham; Sligo; Newcastle-on-Tyne; Blackburn and Dublin. In December 2001, she was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. She spent her last months in Nazareth House, Mallow, where she died on 3 June 2002. She was buried in Mallow, Co. Cork. (CSN PH, 25/3/15)

Kenneally, Br Daniel (1915-87) FPM

Daniel Kenneally, son of James Kenneally and his wife, Mary Curtin, was born in Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, on 12 August 1915. He entered the

Presentation Brothers, Mount St Joseph, Cork, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Dermot, on 30 February 1932. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 24 February 1934. He attended the De La Salle Teachers College, Waterford, where he qualified as a National teacher. When Scoil Chríost Rí, Turner’s Cross, opened in 1938, he was appointed to the staff and remained there for the rest of his teaching life. He died suddenly on 8 October 1987, aged 71 years. He was interred in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 128)

Kennedy, Rev Michael (c1919-83) Limerick

Michael (‘Hallie’) Kennedy was born in Bishop Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, about 1919. He attended St Munchin’s College, Limerick, and St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick on 19 December 1944. Following ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Domin/Athlacca (1944-1948); Mungret (1948- 1955) and St Patrick’s (1955-1971). In 1971 he was appointed Parish Priest of Bulgaden (1971-1977), after which he was transferred to Donoughmore in the same capacity. He died on 9 January 1983 and was interred in the grounds of the church there. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Kennedy, Rev Oliver (1942-2013) SSC

Oliver Kennedy was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 2 June 1942. He joined the Society of St Columban (SSC) in 1959 at Dalgan Park, Co. Meath. On completion of his ecclesiastical studies, he was ordained priest on 21 December 1965. He was assigned to Korea and ministered in Jongson, Hwanji and Pyeongchang. Under pressure from the Communist authorities, he left Korea for some time, subsequently returning to minister in Samchok. Later, he was transferred to Rome, where he became spiritual director in the Irish College. When he became seriously ill, he returned to the Columban Nursing Home, Dalgan Park, where he died on 21 June 2013. He was buried in the cemetery attached to Dalgan Park, Co. Meath. (SSC, 2/4/16)

Kennedy, Rev Richard (1895-1976) SAC

Richard (Dick) Kennedy, son of Richard Kennedy, and his wife, Anna McDonagh, was born in Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 12 December, 1895.

He joined the Pallottine Congregation (SAC), on 9 September, 1916. He completed his studies at the Gregorian University, Rome, and was ordained priest in Rome on St Patrick’s Day, 1923. He was then sent to Argentina, where he ministered in the Buenos Aires area. He was appointed Provincial on two occasions. In 1953, he was elected Vicar General of the Pallottine Congregation. In 1970, failing health necessitated his return to Ireland, where he entered Santa Maria Nursing Home, Cratloe, Co. Clare. He died there on 8 June 1976 and was interred in the Pallottine burial plot in Thurles, Co. Tipperary. He was a brother of Rev Thomas Kennedy SSC (qv). (SAC, 2015)

Kennedy, Rev Thomas (1907-86) SSC

Thomas (Tom) Kennedy, son of Richard Kennedy and his wife, Anna McDonagh, was born in Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, in 1907. He joined the Society of St Columban (SSC) in Dalgan Park, Navan, Co. Meath. On completion of his seminary training, he was ordained priest in 1933. His early years were spent in promotion work for the missions of the Society. Subsequently, he was appointed bursar, successively, in Dalgan Park; Dowdstown and St Columban’s, Templeogue, Dublin. He died on 28 April, 1986, and was buried in Dalgan Park. Fr Tom was a brother of Fr Richard Kennedy SAC (qv). (SSC, 2010)

Kennedy, Sr Alice Adolphine (1885-1965) LSP

Alice Josephine Kennedy, daughter of Peter Kennedy and Margaret O’Connor, was born in Ballycahane, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 26 January 1885, and baptised at Kilcornan Catholic church the following day. In her youth, she immigrated to the USA and, while living in Brooklyn, New York, joined the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP), New York, on 25 May, 1919. She received the veil, and a new name, Sister St Adolphine, on 12 December, 1919. On completion of her novitiate training, she made her religious profession on 14 June 1921. She was then transferred to New Orleans, where she worked in one of the Homes operated by the Little Sisters of the Poor. In 1956, she was transferred to the Little Sisters’ Home in Mobile, Alabama, where she helped care for elderly people. She died there on 1 April 1965, from cardiac arrest, aged 80 years. She was buried in the burial plot of the Little Sisters of the Poor, in the Catholic cemetery, Mobile, Alabama, USA. (LSP France, 2010)

Kennedy, Sr Johanna Seraphine (1892-1958) HFB

Johanna Kennedy was born in Ballyine, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 16 June 1892. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 14 October 1910. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Seraphine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. In her later years, she returned to Ireland. She died on 10 March 1958 and was buried in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Kennedy, Sr Margaret Michael (1890-1978) HFB

Margaret Kennedy was born in Ballyine, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 20 June 1890. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 18 March 1921. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Michael. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent most of her life teaching in schools of her congregation in the UK. She died on 8 March 1950 and was buried in Chingford, East London, UK. (HFB CM, 17/12/14)

Kennedy, Sr Mary Bridget (1915-2008) OCDS

Mary Bridget Kennedy, daughter of Richard Kennedy and his wife, Annie Fennelly, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 8 May, 1915. She joined the Discalced Carmelite Secular Order (OCDS) at Avila, Dublin 4. She spent some years in Canada as an envoy for the Legion of Mary. In her later years, she lived at St Gabriel’s Nursing Home, Dublin, where she died on 18 February 2008, at the ag of 92 years. (OCDS, 2015)

Kenny, Rev Cornelius (1831-93) Limerick

Cornelius Kenny was born in Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, on 24 November, 1831. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 26 January, 1857, and, on completion of his studies, was ordained priest on 23 September, 1860. Following ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Feenagh (1862-63); Ballingarry (1863-71); Kilfinane (1871-73);

Shanagolden (1873-74); Newcastle West (1874-75); Monagea (1875-76);

Banogue (1876); Shanagolden (1876-77); Knockaderry (1877-81); Bruff

(1881-82) and Fedamore (1882-93). He died on 20 August, 1893, at the age of 61 years, and was buried in the church grounds, Fedamore, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 54)

Kenny, Rev James (1923-59) OMI

James Kenny, son of Brian Kenny and his wife, Alice Noonan, was born in Cloncon, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1923. His mother died when he was an infant and he was reared by his father in Cloncon. In 1940, he joined the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) in Cahermoyle, Ardagh, Co. Limerick. He continued his clerical studies in the OMI scholasticates in Dublin and Kilkenny, where he was ordained priest in 1959. He then went to minister in Natal, South Africa. There he contracted Malaria and returned to Ireland in 1958. He died on 2 January 1959, at the Limerick Regional Hospital, while receiving medical treatment. He was interred in the Kenny family grave in St Ita’s cemetery, Killedy, Co. Limerick. (OMI, 2015)

Kenrick, Rev Patrick (1852-1901) Limerick

Patrick Kenrick was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 9 June 1852. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, in August 1873, and, on completion of his studies, was ordained in St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 29 June 1881. Following a year of ministry in the diocese of Clogher, he was appointed curate, successively, in Fedamore (1882-83); Ardagh (1883); Loughill (1883-

84); Ballyagran (1884-89); Glin (1889-92); Newcastle West (1892-96); Donoghmore (1896-1900) and Coolcappa (1900-01). He died on 2 May 1901, aged 50 years, and was interred in the church grounds, Coolcappa, Co. Limerick. (Hammel, II, 92; Tobin, 2004, 55)

Kenrick, Sr Cathleen Enda (1893-1983) PBVM

Sister Cathleen Kenrick, daughter of Michael J Kenrick and Mary O’Neill, was born in Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, on 26 July 1893. She entered the Sisters of the Presentation (PBVM), Victoria Province, Australia, in 1920, taking the name, Sister Enda. She completed her novitiate at Presentation Convent, St Kilda, and was professed on 22 November 1923. After qualifying as a teacher, she taught at Presentation schools in the Victoria Province, including St Mary’s East, St Kilda, Glenhuntly, St Joseph’s (as

Principal), Presentation College, Windsor, Armadale, St Patrick’s (as Principal), Sacred Heart Heathcote and St Mary’s Dandenong. She died on 7 December, 1983, aged 90, and was buried in the Presentation Convent cemetery, Windsor, Victoria. (PBVM Windsor, Au, 2015).

Kiely, Sr Margaret Conception (1886-1972) SMG

Margaret Kiely was born in Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 26 December 1886. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) on 8 February 1902. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Conception. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 April 1907. Her ministry was mainly centred in Middlesex and Sussex. She died on 7 May 1972 and was buried in Ealing, London, UK. (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

King, Sr Catherine Ambrose (1882-1951) HFB

Catherine King was born in Ballymorrough, Templeglantine, Co. Limerick, on 23 January 1882. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1901. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ambrose. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life teaching in the UK in various schools of her congregation. She died on 29 August 1951 and was buried in Woodford, NE London, UK. (HFB CM 4/12/14)

King, Sr Elizabeth Camillus (1928-2001) CSN

Elizabeth King, daughter of James and Mary King, was born in Glendarrough, Templeglantine, Co. Limerick, on 29 May 1928. She entered the Sisters of Nazareth (CSN) at Hammersmith, London, on 31 July 1948. When receiving the religious habit on 2 February 1928, she also received a new religious name, Sister Camillus. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 15 August 1950. In the course of her busy life, she worked in several places, including: Isleworth, UK; Mallow, ROI; Capetown, SA; Hammersmith; West London Hospital, where she qualified as a nurse (SRN); Sligo; Pretoria, SA; Hammersmith; Australia; Southsea; Southampton; Fahan, ROI; Swansea and Dublin. In the Spring of 2001, she got a clot in her lung, which proved fatal. She

died at Nazareth House, Dublin on 27 April 2001 and was buried in the cemetery nearby. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Patricius King (qv). (CSN PH, 3/6/2015)

King, Sr Margaret Patricius (1934-2014) CSN

Margaret King, daughter of James and Mary King, was born in Glendarrough, Templeglantine, Co. Limerick, on 5 April 1934. She entered the novitiate of the Congregation of the Sisters of Nazareth (CSN) at Hammersmith, London, on 6 June 1951. When receiving the religious habit on 2 February 1952, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patricius. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25 May 1953. She then qualified as a nurse (RSN). She worked in several countries, her assignments including: Glasgow; Durban, SA; Pretoria, SA; Johannesburg, SA; Harare, Zimbabwe; Johannesburg, SA; Sligo, ROI; Hammersmith; Kimberley, SA; Durban, SA; Capetown, SA; Fourteen Streams, SA and Mallow, ROI. While in Mallow, she became seriously ill and died there on 16 February 2014. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Nazareth House, Mallow. She was a sister of Sr Elizabeth Camillus King (qv). (CSN PH, 15/4/2015)

King, Sr Mary Imelda (1879-1957) HFB

Mary King was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 20 August 1879. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 15 July 1898. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Imelda. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. For the remainder of her life, she taught in schools of her congregation in the UK. She died on 21 May 1957 and was buried in Kilburn, London NW6, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

King, Sr Mary Kieran (1930-98) SMMP

Mary King was born in Gurteen, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, in 1930. She entered the Sisters of Marie Madeline Postel (SMMP). When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Kieran. She died at Parkside Nursing Home, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, on 10 December 1998 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the SMMP convent, Roscrea. (JMF research).

Kirby, Br Jeremiah Hilary (1884-1971) FPM

Jeremiah Kirby was born in Templeglantan, Co. Limerick, on 20 November 1884. He entered the novitiate of the Presentation Brothers at Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 8 September 1900. At his reception, in March 1901, he received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Hilary. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 23 December 1904. He taught in Dartford, Birr and Carrck-on-Shannon, before going to Canada in 1911. There he became principal of Catholic High School, Montreal. He also taught at Luke Callaghan School, Daniel O’Connell High School and St Patrick’s Academy, Sherbrooke. He died in Montreal on 31 July 1971, aged 87 years. He was interred in the Presentation Brothers burial plot, St Antoine cemetery, Longueuil, Quebec, Canada. (Feheney, 2013, 130)

Lane, Rev Thomas (1902-97) Seattle

Thomas Lane was born in Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1902. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained in 1929 for the archdiocese of Seattle, WA. In Seattle, his appointments included Assistant Pastor at St Alphonsus’ Parish, Ballard; Pastor of Sacred Heart Parish, Battle Ground, Clark County; Pastor of Our Lady of Good Help in Hoquiam, WA, and Pastor of St Anthony’s Parish, Renton, WA. He retired in 1974, but continued his ministry. In 1994, he moved to Providence Mount St Vincent Nursing Center in West Seattle, where he died on 11 August 1997. He was buried in Seattle, WA. He was an uncle of Rev William Lane (qv) (Seattle Times, 15/8/1997)

Lane, Rev William (1926-2013) Seattle

William Lane was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 28 October 1926. He joined his uncle, Rev Tom Lane, in Seattle, WA, USA. He completed his seminary studies in Seattle and was ordained priest in Seattle on 25 March 1950. His assignments in Seattle included Assistant Priest in St James and St Joseph’s, Chaehalis; a similar post at Sacred heart, Tacoma; Founding Pastor of St Mary Magdalene parish, South Everett; Pastor at St Mary of the Lake, Our Lady of Fatima and St Nicholas, Gig Harbor. He spent his final days in Young-at-Heart Care Facilities, Tacoma,

WA, where he died on 19 October 2013. He was interred in Seattle, WA. He was a nephew of Rev Thomas Lane (Qv). (North-West Catholic, 26/6/2014)

Lane, Sr Mary De Pazzi (1917-2007) PBVM

Mary Lane, daughter of Patrick and Hannah Lane, was born New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 8 December 1917. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), taking the name Sister De Pazzi at her reception. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then qualified as a secondary teacher and had a distinguished career as teacher and principal. She was principal of Presentation Secondary School, Listowel, Co. Kerry, for 30 years. She died on 29 August 2007 and was interred in the Presentation Sisters burial plot, St Michael’s Cemetery, Listowel. She was a sister of Rev William Lane (qv). (PBVM BOL, 2015; The Kerryman, 2007).

Langford, Rev Michael (1896-1936) Dublin

Michael Langford was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 20 May, 1896. He was educated at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 20 June, 1920. He did postgraduate study in Berlin (1921-1923) and was awarded an MA degree. On his return to Ireland, he served as chaplain to the Carmelite Convent in Roebuck (1923- 1924). He was then appointed curate, successively, in Howth-Sutton and Porterstown/ Clonsilla. He was Dean of Residence at UCD, before taking up an appointment as Professor at Oscott College, Birmingham. He returned to Ireland in 1934 and served as chaplain to the Carmelite Convents in Ranelagh and Clondalkin. He died on 30 April, 1936, and was interred in Dublin. (Gaughan, 2012, 54)

Leahy, Rev Patrick (1914-2009) Dodge

Patrick Joseph Leahy, son of Patrick Leahy and his wife, Johanna Ward, was born in Banard, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 6 October 1914. He entered All Hallows Seminary, Dublin, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Dodge, Kansas, on 19 June 1938. He served at St. Patrick’s, Parsons; Sacred Heart, Fredonia; and St. John the Evangelist, El Dorado. Subsequently, he was pastor: at St. John the Evangelist, Hoisington; Mary, Queen of Peace, Ulysses; Sacred Heart, Larned; St. Joseph, Offerle; Immaculate Conception, Claflin and St. Mary’s, McCracken. He was

elevated to the rank of Monsignor on October 14, 1965. He retired to the Priests’ Retirement Center in Wichita, where he died on 30 April 2009. He was interred in Ascension Cemetery, Wichita. (Diocese of Dodge City, 2015).

Leahy, Rev Thomas (1903-92) MHM

Thomas Leahy, son John Leahy and his wife, Johanna Cuddihy, was born in Creeves, Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, on 19 May 1903. In 1924, he entered the major seminary at St Joseph’s College, Mill Hill, London, where he completed his studies and was ordained priest on 15 July 1928. Following ordination, he left for the archdiocese of Kisumu, Kenya, where he worked for the following 20 years. In 1968, he was transferred to the diocese of Nakuru, Kenya, where he spent several years. In 1981, he retired to the MHM community in Dartry, Rathgar, Dublin 6. He spent his last years in a nursing home in Dublin. He died there on 19 August 1992. (MHM, 3/6/14)

Leahy, Rev Timothy (1929-2008) SDB

Timothy Leahy, son of Patrick Leahy and his wife, Brigid Delia Leahy, was born in Dromtrasna Hartnett, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 16 February 1929. He entered the Salesian Congregation and was ordained priest. He was at one time on the staff of the Salesian School of Beirut, Lebanon. He also served with the SDB mission in Lesotho. In his later years, he retired to Ireland and was a member of the community at Salesian College, Pallaskenry. He died on 24 April 2008, and his remains were interred in the cemetery attached to Salesian College, Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick. (SDB arch., 2015)

Leahy, Sr Annie Agnes (1876-1965) RSM

Annie Leahy, daughter of John Leahy and his wife, Bridget Flynn, was born in Camas, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 26 September 1876. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Belfast, Northern Ireland, on 19 March 1896. At the end of a period of postulancy, she received the habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Agnes, on 29 September 1896. She then spent two years in the novitiate, before make profession of vows

on 24 November 1898. She died on 16 July 1965, and was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Belfast. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Ita Leahy (qv). (JM 2015)

Leahy, Sr Bridget Ita (1863-1937) RSM

Bridget Leahy, daughter of John Leahy and his wife, Bridget Flynn, was born in Camas, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 19 January 1863. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Castletownbere, Co. Cork, on 17 March 1887. At the end of a period of postulancy, she received the habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Ita, on 28 September 1887. She then spent two years in the novitiate, before make profession of vows on 2 October 1889. She died on 25 June 1937, and was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Castletownbere, Co. Cork. She was a sister of Sr Annie Agnes Leahy (qv). (JM 2015)

Leahy, Sr Bridget Madeleine (1878-1901) HFB

Bridget Josephine Leahy was born in Templeglantine, Co. Limerick, on 1 February 1878. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 25 April 1898. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Madeleine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She fell into bad health, however, and died soon afterwards on 17 August 1901. She was buried in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Leahy, Sr Brigid Anthony (1880-1957) SMG

Brigid Agnes Leahy was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 21 February 1880. She entered the congregation of the Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Roehampton, London, on 24 September 1901. When receiving the religious habit in April 2002, she also received a new religious name, Sister Anthony. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 24 April 1904. She qualified as a teacher and taught in Dublin and Paris. She died on 7 July 1957 and was buried in the SMG burial plot in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin 11. She was a sister of Sr Catherine Seraphina Leahy (qv). (SMG JO’R, 21/8/15)

Leahy, Sr Catherine Seraphina (1882-1964) SMG

Catherine Leahy was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 19 August 1882. She entered the congregation of the Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Roehampton, London SW15, on 24 September 1901. When receiving the religious habit in April 1902, she also received a new religious name, Sister Seraphina. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 24 April 1904. She qualified as a teacher and taught for many years in schools of her congregation in England and Rome. She died on 28 October 1964 and was buried Streatham Vale, London. She was a sister of Sr Brigid Anthony Leahy (qv). (SMG JO’R, 21/8/15)

Leahy, Sr Ellen (1914-93) DMJ

Ellen (Nell) Leahy was born in Banard, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 6 January 1919. She joined the Daughters of Mary and Joseph (DMJ), also known as the Ladies of Mary. She went to the USA and spent most of her life ministering there, especially in Marty, South Dakota. She also worked in New Mexico. She died on 17 July, 1993, and was buried in the USA. (DMJ AN, 2016)

Leahy, Sr Hannah Paschal (1911-2008) RSM

Hannah Leahy, daughter of Edmund Leahy and his wife, Catherine McAuliffe, was born in Ballybehy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 4 December 1911. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Mount St Mary’s, Cobh, Co. Cork, on 8 December 1936. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Paschal. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 23 November 1939. She specialised in teaching music, having graduated with a Licentiate from the London College of Music. She taught music for much of her life at St Mary’s School, Mallow, apart from some years at Raleigh, Essex. She spent her later years in Bridhaven Nursing Home, Mallow, where she died on 20 June 2008 She was interred in St Gobnait’s cemetery, Goold’s Hill, Mallow, Co. Cork. She was a sister of Sr Mary Josephine Leahy (qv). (RSM SP, DL, 2015W)

Leahy, Sr Ita (d.2015) CSN

Ita Leahy was born in Knockbrack, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. She joined the Sisters of Nazareth (CSN) and spent most of her life in California, USA. She died in San Rafael, CA, on 12 February 2015 and was buried in St Oliver’s Cemetery, San Rafael, CA, USA (LL, 7/3/15).

Leahy, Sr Johanna Bonaventure (1916-2006) DMJ

Johanna Leahy, daughter of Timothy and Bridget Leahy was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, on 23 November 1916. She joined the Daughters of Joseph and Mary (DMJ) in 1939. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bonaventure. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1941. She qualified as a teacher and after teaching for some years at St Paul’s Grade School, Los Angeles, she was appointed principal. She subsequently served as principal in St Augustine’s, Culver City, CA. She also held leadership positions, including provincial superior. On retiring from school, she served in parish and retreat ministries. She was instrumental in launching the Associates of the Daughters of Joseph and Mary. She died on 13 September 2006 and was buried in CA, USA. (DMJ AN, 28/3/16)

Leahy, Sr Mary Josephine (1909-2009) RSM

Mary Ita Leahy, daughter of Edmund Leahy and his wife, Catherine McAuliffe, was born in Ballybehy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 2 February 1909. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Mount St Mary’s, Cobh, Co. Cork, in September 1930. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Josephine. Following novitiate and profession on 25 March 1933, she joined the Mercy community in Mallow. She qualified as Primary teacher at Carysfort College in 1944, and specialised in teaching infants. She spent some 40 years at Scoil Iosagain, Mallow. After her official retirement in 1964, she continued teaching singing. She spent her last years in Nazareth Home, Mallow, where she died 17 December 2009, aged 100 years. She was buried in St Gobnait’s cemetery, Gould’s Hill, Mallow, Co. Cork. She was a sister of Sr Hannah Paschal Leahy (qv). (RSM SP, DL, 2015)

Leen, Br John (1881-1902) CSSp

John (Jack) Leen was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 29 March, 1881. He joined the Spiritan congregation in 1898. While still a student, he ate some of the poisonous pods of the Golden Rain Tree (Laburnum Anagroides) and died while home on vacation on 3 August, 1902, aged 21 years. He was buried in the family grave in Abbeyfeale. He was one of four brothers to enter the Congregation the others being Dan, Ned and Jim. Another brother, Paddy, died tragically. After his studies in Rockwell and Blackrock, Paddy volunteered in 1916 for service with British forces at the Front. While undergoing training, he was called on to report for duty to help suppress the 1916 Irish Rising. Accidentally shot in the leg at close range by a colleague, he died later in the Meath Hospital while undergoing an operation to amputate his leg. (Farragher, ISR, 271)

Leen, Most Rev James (1888-1949) CSSp, Archbishop

James Leen was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 1 January, 1888. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation. Sent to Rome in 1915, he studied at the Gregorian University securing doctorates in both Philosophy and Theology. Ordained in 1920, he served as repetiteur at the French Seminary while continuing his own studies at the Gregorian. Recalled to Ireland in 1922, he was appointed to the Moral Theology faculty in Kimmage, Dublin. He was appointed co-adjutor Bishop of Port Louis, Mauritius, and was consecrated at Blackrock College, Dublin. He succeeded as bishop the following year and served the diocese until his death. He was appointed Archbishop in 1933. He published a book, By Jacob’s Well (New York: Kennedy & Sons, 1940). He died on 19 December, 1949, aged 62 years, and was buried in Port Louis, Mauritius. (Farragher, ISR, 267)

Leen, Rev Daniel (1882-1941) CSSp

Daniel Leen was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 8 July 1882. He joined the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation. He did his novitiate at Prior Park, Bath, and his senior studies at Chevilly, Normandy, where he was ordained in 1910. After ordination, he joined the staff of St Mary’s College, Rathmines, subsequently moving to Rockwell College. When St Mary’s reopened in 1926, he was appointed bursar there and later served for a period on the Irish Mission Band in USA. He then returned to teach

in Rockwell. In 1934, he was transferred to Blackrock where he taught for a few years. He died at Blackrock on 9 June 1941 aged 58 years. He was interred in the cemetery at Rockwell College. (Farragher, ISR, 270)

Leen, Rev Edward (1885-1944) CSSp

Edward Leen was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 17 August, 1885. He joined the Spiritan Congregation, doing his novitiate in France in 1898. He studied at UCD, where he graduated summa cum laude with a BA degree in 1912. He was then sent to the Gregorian University in Rome, where he obtained a doctorate (DD), summa cum laude, after which he was ordained in Rome. He was appointed Professor of Ethics in the Spiritan scholasticate at St Mary’s, Rathmines. He wrote several books including, Progress through Mental Prayer, What is Education? In the Likeness of Christ and others. He was appointed President of Blackrock College and was a gifted public speaker. He was critical of the Maynooth Catechism, however, and was required by the Irish Hierarchy to retract his views. He died on 10 November, 1944, aged 59 years, and was buried in Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12. (Farragher, ISR, 270)

Linehan, Br Michael Kilian (1884-1977) FPM

Michael Linehan, son of Thomas Lenihan and his wife, Hanora Sheehy, was born in Caherlevoy, Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the Catholic church, Mountcollins, on 11 July 1884. He entered the Presentation Brothers novitiate at Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 20 March 1902. He received the habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Kilian, on 6 October 1902. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 8 October 1904. He taught at St Vincent’s, Orpington and Dungannon. He retired in 1949 and spent his retirement years in different places, including Greenmount; Bray; Enniskillen; Mardyke House and Killarney. In 1977, he fell and broke his hip. He failed to recover from this accident and died in the General Hospital, Killarney, on 22 August 1977, aged 93 years. He was interred in the Presentation Brothers burial plot, Aghadoe cemetery. (Feheney, 2013, 139)

Linehan, Sr Catherine Perpetua (1923-2012) SJC

Catherine Linehan, daughter of Michael Linehan and his wife, Catherine Power, was born in Newtown, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 23 December

1923. She joined the Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny (SJC) at Galen Priory, Ferbane, Co. Offaly, in January 1941. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Perpetua. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 12 August 1943. She spent most of her life (39 years) in the English-speaking Caribbean, especially in Trinidad, Grenada and St Vincent. On her retirement, she went to live in Woodlock, Portlaw, Co. Waterford. She spent her last months in the SJC Care Unit, Mount Sackville, where she died on 16 March 2012. She was buried in the SJC cemetery attached to Mount Sackville, Dublin 20. (SJC BM, 1/12/15)

Liston, Br Nicholas Benignus (1861-1923) FPM

Nicholas Liston was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, in 1861. He entered the Presentation Brothers in Killarney in 1877. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Benignus. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession in 1879. He taught in several schools, including Killarney; Cobh, where he was superior; Carrick-on-Shannon and a second time in Killarney, where he was superior. In 1905, he was elected to the Congregational Leadership team. At the end of his term of office in 1915, he was transferred to Cobh, where his health deteriorated. He died in the Bon Secours Home, Cork, on 20 May 1923, aged 62 years. He was interred in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 139)

Liston, Most Rev Daniel (1900-86) CSSp, Archbishop

Daniel Liston was born in Knockpatrick, Foynes, Co. Limerick, on

14 April 1900. He joined the Spiritan congregation (CSSp) and, on completion of his novitiate, made profession of vows in 1922. He was sent to Rome to study theology at the Gregorian University. Here he obtained BCL and DD degrees. He was ordained in 1928 and appointed Dean at Blackrock College. In 1937, he was sent to Mauritius, where he was appointed President of the Quatre-Bornes Seminary College. In 1947, he was appointed coadjutor archbishop of Port Louis in Mauritius, succeeding to the See in 1949. Though he suffered a heart attack in 1955, he continued in his post until his retirement in 1967. Increasing infirmity forced him to retire to Ireland in 1983. He died at Kimmage Manor on 3 May, 1986, at the age of 86 years. He was buried in the Spiritan cemetery attached to Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12. (Farragher, ISR, 282-83)

Liston, Sr Bridget Lucienne (1936-2004) SCJM

Bridget Anne (Brenda) Liston, daughter of Patrick T Liston and his wife, Annie Harrold, was born in Glebe House, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 11 September 1936. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) in the UK on 2 February 1959. When receiving the religious habit on 18 August 1959, she also received a new religious name, Sister Lucienne. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 20 August 1961. She then trained as a nurse. After working for some years at Letchworth, Herts., she volunteered to go Bendigo, Victoria, Australia, where she worked for several years. On her return to England, she resumed work at Letchworth, before her retirement to Rosglas, Monasterevan, where she died on 29 December 2004. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Moore Abbey, Monasterevan, Co. Kildare. (SCJM MP, 16/1/15)

Long, Rev Liam (1928-71) MSC

Liam Long, was born in Kilmurry House, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 10 April 1928. He joined the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC) in Cork and, on completing his clerical studies, was ordained on 24 September 1952. He was assigned to the MSC mission in South Africa in October 1954, where he ministered in Goodwood, Cape Province. Subsequently, his health began to deteriorate and his last mission was at Huet Bay, Cape Province, where he died on 18 July 1971. He was buried in Cape Province, SA. (MSC, 25/11/15)

Long, Rev Patrick (1895-78) MSC

Patrick Long was born in Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 7 February, 1895. He entered the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC), Cork, and completed his theological training in Fribourg, Switzerland, and Innsbruck, Austria. After ordination, he taught theology at the Sacred Heart Scholasticate, Ballymore. He was elected Regional Superior of his congregation (1926- 32) and supervised the building of the Sacred Heart Church, Western Road, Cork. He was then appointed Professor of Moral Theology at Moyne Park, Co. Galway. Subsequently, he ministered in England, in Leeds and Leamington Spa. He spent his retirement years at the Sacred Heart College, Carrignavar, Co. Cork, where he died 4 February 1978, aged 83 years. (256, ftbttb)

Long, Rev William (1890-1956) CSSp

William Long was born on 12 April, 1890, in Cloncrippa, Feenagh, Co. Limerick. He entered the Spiritan congregation (CSSp), and spent his novitiate at Kimmage Manor, where he was professed in 1913. He studied Philosophy and Theology at Ferndale, MI, USA, and was ordained in 1917. He ministered at Holy Spirit Parish, New Orleans; St Peter Claver Parish, Charleston, SC, Holy Spirit, Opelousas, LA.; St Gabriel, Hot Springs, Ark. In each place he also built a Catholic school. Illness forced him to retire in 1954. Finally, in 1955, he was confined to hospital, where he died on Palm Sunday, 25 March, 1956, aged 65 years. (Farragher, ISR, 286)

Long, Sr Una Agnes (1929-2015) FCJ

Una Long, daughter of William Long and his wife, Mary Geary, was born in Cloncrippa, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 23 October 1929. She joined the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) on 2 February 1950. On receiving the religious habit on 28 July 1950, she also received a new religious name, Sister Agnes. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 28 July 1952. She spent the greater part of her life teaching. She died in Limerick on 20 December 2015 and was interred in the FCJ cemetery, Laurel Hill, Limerick. (FCJ MP, 5/8/16)

Lunham, Rev Patrick (1921-88) Baker

Patrick James Lunham, son of Herbert Lunham and his wife, Mary Enright, was born on 4 September 1921. He was educated at St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Baker, Oregon, USA, on 20 June 1946. The following year, he began his ministry in the diocese of Baker, where, initially, he served as assistant, before being given the following appointments: pastor of Our Lady of Mt Carmel, Chiloquin OR (1955-60); pastor of St John’s, Condor OR (1960-72); pastor of St Patrick’s, Lakeview OR (1972-80); pastor of Klamath Falls (1980-88). He held several administrative positions, including Dean, Vicar for Religious and President of the Council of Priests. He died at Klamath Falls OR on 24 March 1988 and was interred in Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Klamath Falls, OR, USA. (Diocese of Baker archives 13/11/14)

Lynch, Rev Patrick (1886-1964) Limerick

Patrick Lynch, son of Michael Lynch and his wife, Maria Burns, was born in Ballydoole, Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Pallaskenry on 22 April, 1886. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained in June, 1920. After ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Athea, Kilmeedy and St Patrick’s before his appointment as a teacher at St Munchin’s College, Limerick. He was then appointed curate in Kilfinane, after which he served as curate in Rathkeale. On 2 December, 1942, he was appointed Parish Priest of Stonehall/ Kilcornan. Subsequently, he was transferred, in the same capacity, to Coolcappa, and later to Abbeyfeale. He was nominated a Canon of the cathedral chapter on 6 October, 1959. He died at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, on 4 May, 1964, and was buried in the church grounds, Abbeyfeale. (LDA, 2015).

Lynch, Sr Catherine Rosarie (1939-74) RSM

Catherine Lynch, daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Lynch, was born in Churchtown, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 28 November 1939. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Brighton, Sussex, UK, on 24 July 1957. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Rosarie. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 30 April 1960. She then qualified as a nurse, after which she worked in Brighton. When diagnosed as suffering from a severe illness, she entered a Nursing Home in Brighton, where she died on 29 October, 1974. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Brighton, Sussex. She was a sister of Sr Angela Perpetua Lynch RSM. (RSM Int, MHD 4/11/15)

Lynch, Sr Mary Camillus (1924-2014) RSM

Mary Anne Lynch, daughter of Thomas Lynch and his wife, Mary Hartnett, was born in Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 24 June 1924. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Timoleague, Co. Cork, on 8 September 1943. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Camillus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Timoleague on 4 July 1976. She volunteered for the Australian mission and was sent to Brisbane, QLD, where she qualified as a teacher and taught

school for the rest of her life. She died in Brisbane on 25 October 2012 and was buried in Nudgee Catholic cemetery, Brisbane, QLD, Australia (RSM Int, MKD 18/12/15)

Lynch, Sr Mary Gonzaga (1844-1929) SOSJ

Mary Lynch, daughter of John Lynch and his wife, Mary Hayes, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 26 July 1844. She entered the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ), an Australian congregation, founded by Mother Mary McKillop, at Penola, South Australia, on 25 March 1870. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Gonzaga. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent her life teaching in SOSJ schools throughout Australia. She died on 22 July 1929 in Sydney, NSW, where she was also interred. (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Lynch, Sr May Brendan (1931-2005) RSM

May Lynch, daughter of Mortimer and Mary Lynch, was born in Cloncrippa, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 1 May 1931. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Dundee, Scotland, on 24 September 1948. When receiving the religious habit on 31 March 1949, she also received a new religious name, Sister Brendan. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 10 July 1951. She worked for 18 years in Dundee, then for ten years in Bodmin, Cornwall, and for two in London, before taking up her final assignment in Wolverhampton. She worked there until her sudden death, following a street accident, on 28 December 2005. She was buried in Danescourt Cemetery, Wolverhampton, UK. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15; LL, 7/1/06)

Lyons, Rev Patrick (192062) Limerick

Patrick Lyons was born in Granagh, Co. Limerick, in 1920. He attended St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained in June, 1947. His first appointment was as a temporary curate in Askeaton (194748). Other appointments included curate at Glenroe (194851); Granagh (195153); St Michael’s Limerick (195359); Donoughmore (195961) and Our Lady Queen of Peace, Limerick (196162). He died suddenly on 11 June, 1962, and was buried in the church grounds, Our Lady Queen of Peace, Limerick. (LDA, 2015).

Lyons, Sr Johanna Elizabeth (1932-96) RSM

Johanna Lyons, daughter of Daniel Lyons and his wife, Ellen Hanrahan, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, 12 June 1932. At the age of twenty, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Castletownbere, Co. Cork, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Elizabeth, on 2 February 1952 On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25 August 1954. She qualified as a State Registered Nurse (SRN) and worked at St Joseph’s District Hospital, Castletownbere, Co. Cork, for many years. She died on 20 September 1996, and was interred in the Convent cemetery, Castletownbere, Co. Cork. (RSM SP, DL 20/6/14)

Lyons, Sr Winifred Florence (1922-2000) LSP

Winifred Lyons was born in Bolane, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 23 August, 1922. At the age of 17, she joined the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) in Dublin on 7 October, 1939. She went to France to make her novitiate at the Mother House, La Tour St Joseph, Paris. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new religious name, Sr Florence du Bon Pasteur. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Paris on 21 November, 1946. She spent her entire life in France, ministering in various cities, including Orleans, Reims, Chartres and Chantilly. In the Paris region, she worked in St Quentin, Paris Breteuil, Versailles and St Denis. She died in the congregation’s Home in Paris St Denis on 24 October, 2000. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (LSP D5, 2015)

Madigan, Br Denis Basil (1928-83) CFC

Denis Madigan, son John and Norah Madigan, was born in Maine, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 26 October 1928. He entered the Christian Brothers (CFC) Novitiate in the UK, where he received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Basil, on 30 July 1950. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows, after which he qualified as a primary teacher at St Mary’s College of Education, Twickenham. He taught at St Edward’s College, Liverpool, where he held the post of superior; Lourdes School, Gibraltar, and the CFC Juniorate at Cricklade, Wiltshire. He spent his later years at St Patrick’s, Baldoyle, where he died on 17 November 1983, and was interred in the cemetery attached to St Patrick’s Baldoyle, Dublin 13. (CFC Necrologies, 2016)

Madigan, Rev James (1906-98) Mobile

James Madigan, son of Thomas Madigan and Bridget Meany, was born in Cragmoor, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 6 July, 1906. He was educated at St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow, and St Mary’s Seminary, Baltimore, MD, USA. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Mobile AL at St Michael’s Cathedral, Springfield MA, on 21 May, 1932. He was pastor of St Joan of Arc parish, Mobile AL, for more than 30 years. He was awarded the title of Monsignor in 1977. He retired in 1985 and died on 28 January, 1998. He was buried in the Clergy Plot, Catholic Cemetery, Mobile AL, USA. (Feheney, 2007, 74)

Madigan, Rev John Joe (1929-2015) Washington DC

John Joseph Madigan, son of Patrick Madigan and his wife, Eileen Culhane, was born in Ballycormac, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, in 1929. He entered St Kieran’s College, Kilkenny, where he was ordained priest in 1954 for the archdiocese of Washington DC. On arrival in Washington DC, he was appointed parochial vicar at Holy Comforter Parish, before being appointed chaplain at the General Hospital, Washington DC. Subsequent appointments included: pastor of Holy Angels Parish, NE Washington and pastor of Our Lady of Grace parish, Washington. He received the title of Monsignor from His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI. He spent his last years at Abbot’s Close Nursing Home, Askeaton, where he died on 14 January 2015. He was buried in the family burial plot, Knockpatrick cemetery, Foynes, Co. Limerick. He was a brother of Rev Daniel Madigan. (ancestry. com)

Madigan, Rev Michael (1913-94) CSSp

Mick Madigan, son of James Madigan, was born in Derragh, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, in 1913. He entered the Spiritan congregation (CSSp) and, on completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession in 1933. Following an attack of tuberculosis, he was sent to Switzerland to recuperate. The outbreak of World War II in 1939, however, disrupted his studies and he was not ordained until 1951. He was then sent to Kenya, where he laboured for the next 52 years. He spent periods in Bura, Lushangonyi, Marfakani, Nairobi, Kalimoni, Mwabaya Nyundo and Mombasa. He

learnt and became fluent in the Kidawida language. He died in Mombasa on 21 February, 1994, aged 80 years, and was buried in Kenya. (Farragher, ISR, 296)

Madigan, Sr Anne Bernadette (1906-2000) RSM

Anne Madigan, daughter of James and Catherine Madigan, was born in Derry, Cappagh, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 18 November 1906. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), St Maries of the Isle, Cork. On completion of her postulancy, she received the veil on 19 December, 1925, together with a new name, Sister Bernadette. At the end of her novitiate, she took vows on 20 December, 1927. She made her final profession on 20 December, 1930. She spent much of her life as a member of staff in the Mercy Hospital, Cork, where she was head of catering, as well as being responsible for specialist diet programmes. In her later years, she assisted in the infirmary at St Maries of the Isle, Cork. She died there on 3 June, 2000, aged 93 years, and was buried in the Sisters of Mercy burial plot, St Finbarr’s cemetery, Glasheen, Cork. (RSM SP, DL, 2015).

Madigan, Sr Bridget Clare (1908-93) HFB

Bridget Madigan was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 13 November 1908. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 23 October 1936. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Clare. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in various schools of her congregation. She died on 7 March 1993 and was buried in Cambridge, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Madigan, Sr Catherine (1920-2013) SCJM

Catherine Madigan, daughter of Daniel Madigan and his wife, Helen McKnight, was born in Derry, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 30 September 1920. In 1937, she entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM). She went to the headquarters of the congregation in Belgium for her novitiate, receiving the religious habit on 8 December 1937. She specialised in the care of the elderly, working in Neuvilles, France, for some 30 years. She then worked in the UK, in Asdell (Lancs.) and Roxley Court, Letchworth (Herts.). On her return to Ireland, she worked in

Monasterevan, Co. Kildare. She died in Rosglas, Monasterevan, on 4 May 2013. She was buried in the cemetery at Moore Abbey, Monasterevan, Co. Kildare. She was a sister of Sr Ita Madigan FMA. (SCJM HR, 16/1/15).

Magner, Sr Mary Cornelia (1940-2011) RSM

Mary Magner, daughter of Con Magner and his wife, Peg Wall, was born in Reen’s House, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 4 May 1940. She entered the novitiate of the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Westbourne, Limerick, in 1958. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Cornelia, on 11 July 1959. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 29 August 1961. She then trained as a nurse at Limerick Regional Hospital, followed by a course in midwifery in 1957. She worked as a nurse at St Ita’s Hospital, Newcastle West, Croom Orthopedic Hospital and St Camillus’ Hospital, Limerick. She moved to St Anne’s Convent, Rathkeale, in 1998. She died on 10 July 2011, shortly before she was due to celebrate her Golden Jubilee of profession. She was interred in the Sisters of Mercy burial plot, in the parish cemetery, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick. (RSM SC, AB 18/8/14)

Mangan, Rev Cornelius (1865-1948) Limerick

Cornelius Mangan was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his own parish church on 8 May, 1865. He was educated at St Patrick’s seminary, Maynooth, where was ordained priest on 21 June, 1891. After ordination, he was sent, on loan, to the archdiocese of Westminster, where he remained until 1894. On his return to Ireland, he was appointed curate in the following parishes: Kilmallock; Fedamore; Stonehall (Kilcornan); Bulgaden; Kilfinane/ Ardpatrick; Kilmallock. On 26 June, 1924, he was appointed Parish Priest of Coolcappa, where he remained until his transfer, as Parish Priest, to Kildimo/ Pallaskenry on 23 November, 1926. On 8 August, 1937, he was transferred, as Parish Priest, to Rathkeale, where he remained until his death on 26 June, 1948. He was nominated a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in March, 1936, and Vicar Forane in 1937. (Hamell, 1982,120; Tobin, 2004, 63)

Mangan, Sr Alice Sacred Heart (1896-1974) RGS

Alice Mangan was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 23 January 1896. She joined the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS) in Limerick in 1916.

When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Sacred Heart. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Limerick on 29 October 1919. She served in Sunday’s Well, Cork, and in Dunboyne and Waterford. Her work included residential care and administration. She died at the Good Shepherd Convent, Waterford, on 4 July 1974, and was buried in the Good Shepherd Cemetery, Hennessy’s Road, Waterford. (RGS NG, 18/8/14)

Mangan, Sr Ann Bonaventure (1914-2007) SHSp

Babe Ann Mangan, daughter of Thomas Mangan and his wife, Ellen Ahern, was born in Glensharrold, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 19 January 1914. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Spirit and the Immaculate Heart (SHSp) in San Antonio, Texas, on 17 February 1932. When receiving the religious habit on 24 August 1932, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Bonaventure. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 26 August 1933. She trained as a teacher, graduating from the Incarnate Word College, San Antonio, specialising in English and Spanish. She then went on to obtain a Master’s Degree in School Administration from South Methodist University. She spent the next 40 years teaching in Alabama and Mississippi before returning to Fort Worth, Texas, where she became Superintendent of Schools. In 1974, she founded Casata Learning Centre for dropouts from mainline schools. She received several awards for leadership in education. She died on 29 November 2007 and was buried in the SHSp Motherhouse in San Antonio, Texas, USA. She was a sister of Sisters Mary Hilda and Eileen Mangan (qv) (SHSp MC, 9/1/15; TA, 125, 54).

Mangan, Sr Breda Mary (1926-2012) RSM

Breda Mangan, daughter of Thomas Mangan and his wife, Ellen Madigan, was born at Ardineer, Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 8 September 1946. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Tipperary Town, in 1946. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Mary of the Immaculate Heart. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 1 August 1949. She went into primary teaching, specialising in teaching infants. She spent 39 years teaching at the Convent of Mercy School, Tipperary Town, where three generations of pupils passed

through her hands. She retired in 1989, but continued to teach children with special needs. She died on 20 April, 2012, and was interred in St Michael‘s Cemetery, Tipperary Town. (RSM SC, AB, 2015)

Mangan, Sr Eileen Rosaline (1920-2013) SCSP

Eileen Mangan, daughter of Thomas Mangan and his wife, Ellen Ahern, was born in Glensharrold, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, in 1920. She entered the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) in Selly Park, Birmingham, UK, in 1937. When she received the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Rosaline. She trained as a teacher at Selly Park and worked in Walsall, Newcastle-on-Tyne and Warrington. She served as superior of her community on several occasions. In her later years, she was engaged in parish work and hospital chaplaincy. She died at Selly Park on 22 July 2013 and was buried in cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sisters Babe Ann Bonaventure (qv) and Mary Hilda Mangan (qv) (TA, 125, 54).

Mangan, Sr Mary Hilda (1917-2006) SHSp

Mary Mangan, daughter of Thomas Mangan and his wife, Ellen Ahern, was born in Glensharrold, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 31 August 1917. On 4 September 1935, she joined the Sisters of the Holy Spirit and the Immaculate Heart (SHSp), completing her novitiate in Ireland. When receiving the religious habit on 25 August 1936, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Hilda. She attended St Mary’s University, San Antonio, where she graduated with a degree in English and Spanish. She taught in several schools in Pensacola, MS, and New Orleans and in Fort Worth, and Houston, Texas. She died 20 January 2006 and was buried in the SHSp Motherhouse in San Antonio, Texas, USA. She was a sister of Sisters Babe Ann (qv) and Eileen Rosaline Mangan (qv) (TA, 125, 54).

Maume, Sr Ellen Augustine (1887-1970) PBVM

Ellen Josephine Maume, daughter of James Maume and his wife, Christine Potter, was born in Tough, Adare, Co. Limerick, on 9 March 1887. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) in Galway on 15 August 1908. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Augustine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 27 February 1911. She volunteered for the English mission and was

sent to Pickering, North Yorks, where she taught school for several years. She also taught in Kirkby, Yorks. She spent her later years at Presentation Convent, Pickering, where she died on 3 January 1970. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Presentation Convent, Pickering, North Yorks, UK. (PBVM UK, SR 18/9/14)

McCann, Br Terry Mel (1922-2011) CFC

Terry McCann, son of John and Bridget McCann, was born in Cullinagh, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 23 September 1922. He joined the Christian Brothers (CFC) in England on 27 August 1937 and underwent religious training in Ledsham, Cheshire, UK. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Mel. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1941. He then qualified as a teacher. In 1945, He volunteered for the CFC mission in India and spent several years there, eventually taking out Indian citizenship. He taught in Bombay, Calcutta, Delhi, Darjeeling, Simla and Chandigarh, Punjab. When his health failed, he returned to Ireland and died on 2 November 2011. He was interred in Baldoyle, Dublin. (CFC Necrologies, 13/6/16)

McCann, Sr Peg Terence (1922-2009) RSM

Margaret (Peg) McCann, daughter of John McCann and his wife, Bridget Nolan, was born in Cullinagh, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 21 September 1922. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Brisbane QLD, Australia on 3 December 1939. When receiving the religious habit on 12 December 1940, she also received a new religious name, Sister Terence. Following her religious profession, she qualified as a teacher and taught in several RSM schools in Australia, including Goondiwindi QLD, where she was principal. She died on 13 October 2009 and was interred in Nudgee Cemetery, Brisbane QLD, Australia. (RSM Int, MKD 4/11/15)

McCarthy, Br Francis Clement (1930-2016) FPM

Frank McCarthy, son of Daniel McCarthy and his wife, Johanna Browne, was born in Knocknsna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 4 July 1930. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, in January 1947. When receiving the religious habit on 12 August 1948, he also received a new religious name, Brother Clement. On completing his novitiate, he made profession of vows in Cork on 12 August 1950. He attended UCC where he obtained

a BA and HDipEd. He then taught in Cork, Cobh and Bray. He held posts of responsibility, including superior, principal and director of formation, for much of his life. In his later years, he lived in retirement at Maiville, Turner’s Cross, Cork. He died at Cork University Hospital on 16 February 2016 and was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Blarney, Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2016, 76)

McCarthy, Rev Alexander (1882-1957) CM

Alexander McCarthy, son of Alexander McCarthy and his wife, Catherine Riordan, was born in Kilmurry, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 26 February 1882. On 17 September 1903, he entered the Vincential Congregation (CM) in Dublin. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 27 September 1905. On completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained priest at the Pro Cathedral, Dublin. During the first year after his ordination, he taught at St Patrick’s College, Dromcondra, after which he was appointed to the staff of Castleknock College, where he taught for the remainder of his life. He died in Castleknock on 21 May 1957, aged 75 years. He was buried in the Vincential cemetery attached to Castleknock College, Dublin 15. (Vincentians’ archives, 20/11/14)

McCarthy, Rev Alexander (1920-74) CSSp

Alexander (Alec) McCarthy was born in Kilmurry, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 14 September 1920. He then entered the Spiritan congregation and studied Philosophy at All Hallows College, Dublin, and UCD. He was ordained priest in 1951. Following ordination, he was assigned to the Vicariate of Zanzibar. There he served in parishes in Ruruta and Miguta, also taking responsibility for schools with some 2,000 children. He was also chaplain to the Maternity Hospital operated by the Irish Sisters of Mercy. Having suffered from indifferent health for most of his priestly life, he died on 19 November 1974, aged 54 years. His remains were interred in Zanzibar. (Farragher, ISR, 316)

McCarthy, Rev Charles (1863-1933) Limerick

Charles McCarthy was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 24 September, 1871. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, where he was ordained on 24 June, 1891. Following his ordination, he served as curate in the diocese of

Clogher, Co. Tyrone, for two years (1891-1893). On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Adare (1893); Glin (1895-1909); Croom (1909-15) and Effin (1916-23), where he was also Administrator. On 1 May, 1923, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cratloe (1923-26). He was subsequently transferred as Parish Priest to Donaghmore (1926-33). He died at Donaghmore on 31 May 1933, aged 69 years, and was interred in the church grounds there. (Tobin, 2004, 71)

McCarthy, Rev Charles (1882-1957) St John

Charles McCarthy, son of Alexander McCarthy and his wife, Catherine Riordan, was born in Kimurry, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, in 1882. He studied at St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow (1899-1903), and was ordained priest for the diocese of St John, Newfoundland, in St John on 29 September 1903. He served in several parishes including: St Patrick’s, St John’s (1903-05); Witless Bay (1905-16); Tors Cove (1916-20); Renews (1920-57). He held several appointments including Dean (1940) and Domestic prelate, with the title of Monsignor. He died at St Clare’s Mercy Hospital, St John’s, on 21 October 1957. He was buried in the priest’s plot, Renews, NL. He was a brother of Rev Alexander McCarthy (qv) and Rev Patrick McCarthy (qv) (St John archives, NL 30/x/14)

McCarthy, Rev Denis (c.1830-90) Limerick

Denis McCarthy was born in Croagh, Co. Limerick, about 1830, and ordained at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 15 October, 1857. After ordination, his first appointment was as curate in Cappagh (1857-62), after which he was curate, successively, in St Patrick’s (1862-66), Bulgaden (1866- 69), Kilfinane (1869-71), Ballingarry (1871-72) and Patrickswell (1872- 77). On 26 January, 1877, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cappagh and remained there until his transfer to Cloncagh/ Knockaderry in the same capacity on 6 January, 1886. He died in there on 14 February, 1890, and was buried in the church, Knockaderry, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 72)

McCarthy, Rev Dermot (1919-93) Limerick

Dermot McCarthy was born in The Square, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1919. He attended St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest in June, 1943. He was curate, successively in Tournafulla (1943-46); Glenroe (1946-48); Knockaderry (1948-58); Croom (1958-64); Askeaton/

Ballysteen (1964-68) and Athea (1968-71). He suffered a heart attack in 1971 and, on recovery, was appointed bursar at St Munchin’s College, Limerick. He was chairman of the West Limerick County GAA Board (1951-57) and subsequently of the Limerick County Board. He died at the Limerick Regional Hospital from a stroke on 10 August, 1993. (LDA, 2015)

McCarthy, Rev James (1926-2005) SSC

James A McCarthy, son of John McCarthy and his wife, Brigid Slattery, was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 30 October 1926. He entered the Society of St Columban (SSC) at Dalgan Park, Navan, Co. Meath in 1946 and was ordained on 21 December 1950. He was then assigned to the Philippines where he spent the next 53 years, ministering in Luzon. In his later years, he returned to Dalgan Park, suffering from respiratory disease, but ever-ready to tell a good story about his missionary experiences. He died at Blanchardstown Hospital, Dublin, on 16 October 2005, and was buried in the cemetery attached to Dalgan Park, Navan, Co. Meath. (SSC archives, 14/10/14)

McCarthy, Rev John (c1939-83) Limerick

John McCarthy was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, about 1939. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained at Maynooth Seminary on 20 June 1954. Following ordination, he went on loan to the archdiocese of Edinburgh for two years. On his return, he served as curate, successively, in Croagh (1957- 73) and Kilmallock (1973-83). In 1983, he was appointed Parish Priest of Ballyagran. He died at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, following a heart attack, on 28 April 1983. He was buried in the church grounds, Ballagran, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 26/2/16)

McCarthy, Rev Patrick (1872-1959) Motherwell

Patrick McCarthy, son of Alexander McCarthy and his wife, Catherine Riordan, was born in Kilmurry, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 23 December 1872. He studied for the priesthood at Le Mans Seminary, Sarthe, Fance, and St Mary’s Seminary, Oscott, Birmingham. He was ordained priest in Glagow for that archdiocese on 6 June 1897. His ministry in Scotland included periods in Coatbridge; Motherwell; Gourock; Stevenston; Largs and Uddingston, where he spent the later part of his life as Parish Priest.

When the diocese of Motherwell was formed from part of the archdiocese of Glasgow in 1947, he opted to remain in the new diocese, whereupon he was appointed Canon of the Cathedral Chapter. He died in Uddingston, South Lanarkshire, on 15 March 1959, and was buried in St Patrick’s cemetery, Stevenston. He was a brother of Rev Mgr Charles McCarthy (qv) and of Rev Alexander McCarthy CM (qv) (Kane, 1960, 309).

McCarthy, Sr Alice Dominic (d.2015) SMMP

Alice McCarthy, daughter of John McCarthy and his wife, Bridget Slattery, was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick. She entered the Congregation of St Mary Magdalene Postel (SMMP). When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Dominic. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. For most of her life, she was involved in the caring profession. She died on 15 July 2015 at Mount Carmel Nursing Home, Roscrea, and was buried in St Cronan’s Cemetery, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. She was a sister of Sr Catherine Raphael McCarthy LCM and Sr Brigid Immaculata McCarthy (LL, 7/15).

McCarthy, Sr Catherine Raphael (1922-2006) LCM

Catherine Ita McCarthy, daughter of John McCarthy and his wife, Brigid Slattery, was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 13 January 1922. She joined the Little Company of Mary (LCM) at Milford House, Limerick, on 2 February 1948. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Raphael, on 27 October 1948. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 27 Ocober 1950. She then qualified as a nurse at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, after which she worked in Zimbabwe and South Africa. On her return to Ireland, she was appointed bursar at St John’s Hospital, Limerick. Subsequently, she studied at Regina Mundi College, Rome, after which she was appointed Mistress of Novices. Later, she taught religious education at St Enda’s College, Limerick, before serving a second term in Eesterust, South Africa. Her final years were spent at Milford Nursing Home, Limerick, where she died on 17 June 2006. Five members of her family entered religious life. (LCM CK, 29x14)

McCarthy, Sr Eileen Celestine (1926-2015) LCM

Eileen McCarthy, daughter of Con and Sis McCarthy, was born in Cooliska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 16 April 1926. She joined

the Little Company of Mary congregation (LCM) on 14 October 1943. When receiving the religious habit on 4 May 1944, she also received a new religious name, Sister Celestine. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 1 July 1946. She trained as a nurse and spent the rest of her life in health care. She spent most of her life in England and, in her later years, lived at Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex. She died there on 19 July 2015 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the LCM convent. She was a sister of Srs Joan (qv) and Nancy McCarthy (qv) (LCM CK, 29/9/15).

McCarthy, Sr Helena Ambrose (d.1888) RSM

Helena McCarthy was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, in the first half of the nineteenth century. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Bathhurst, New South Wales, Australia, on 17 March 1884. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ambrose. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. Her life, however, was short. She died in Bathurst on 20 October 1888. She was buried in Bathurst, NSW. (INSCCA 1838-1918).

McCarthy, Sr Joan (1923-2000) RSM

Joan McCarthy, daughter of Con and Sis McCarthy was born in Cooliska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 24 January, 1923. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), Wanstead, UK. During World War II, she was sent back to Ireland when the British Government insisted on closing institutions in London because of the German bombing raids. At the end of the War, she returned to England and taught for some years in Canvey Island and in Wanstead. In the early 1960s, she trained as a nurse at Whipps Cross Hospital and she spent several years caring for sick and disabled people. In December 1999, her health deteriorated and she was moved to a nursing Home in Colwyn Bay, Wales. She died there on 23 January 2000, at the age of 77 years. She was a sister of Srs Eileen (qv) and Nancy McCarthy (qv). (ftbttb, 270).

McCarthy, Sr Julia Brigid (1892-1988) HFB

Julia McCarthy was born in Knocktoosh, Broadford, Co. Limerick, on 1 August 1892. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 14 October 1911. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Brigid. At the

end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 30 June 1988 and was buried in Sicklinghall, North Yorks., UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

McCarthy, Sr Margaret Ita (1894-1999) SOSJ

Margaret McCarthy, daughter of John and Elizabeth McCarthy, was born in Dromdeveen, Ashford, Co. Limerick, on 27 August 1894. She joined the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) in Sydney, New South Wales, on 11 February 1910. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Ita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in March 1912. Two months later, she sailed to New Zealand, where she taught in several places over a period of 50 years. When she retired she went to live at Mission Bay, Auckland, where she died on 17 May 1999, at the age of 105 years. She was buried in Panmure Cemetery, Auckland, New Zealand. (JM, 2015)

McCarthy, Sr Mary Stanislaus (1900-80) LCM

Mary McCarthy, daughter of Denis and Catherine McCarthy, was born in Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 5 April 1900. She entered the Little Company of Mary (LCM) in Limerick on 2 February 1921. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Stanislaus, on 15 November 1921. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vow on 15 December 1923. She specialised in health care, spending time in Malta and Edinburgh, before settling in Nottingham in 1938. There she worked for many years with the sick and dying. She died in Nottingham on 16 March 1980 and was interred in that city. (LCM C Karlsson, 1/8/16)

McCarthy, Sr Nancy Colette (1924-2011) LCM

Nancy McCarthy, daughter of Con and Sis McCarthy, was born in Cooliska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 7 February 1924. Together with her sister Eily, she joined the Little Company of Mary (LCM) congregation on 3 November 1941. When she received the religious habit on 15 August 1942, she also received a new religious name, Sister Colette. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in September 1945. She was then sent to train as a nurse and she spent the remainder of her life in health

care. She was assigned to the Scottish region of her congregation and lived in Edinburgh. She was a sister of Srs Joan (qv) and Eily McCarthy (qv). (LCM C Karlsson, 1/8/16)

McCarthy, Sr Teresa Margaret (1911-2009) PBVM

Teresa McCarthy was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 20 June 1911. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) at Mountmellick, Co. Laois. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Margaret. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and spent much of her life teaching at Mountmellick, where she died on 28 September 2009. (PBVM, BOL; CC, 24/6/16)

McCoy, Rev James (c.1836-1906) Limerick

James McCoy was born in Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, about 1836. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest in Newcastle West on 17 August 1862. Following his ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Cappagh (1862-63) and St John’s (1863-74). He then served as Administrator of St John’s (1874-86), before his appointment as Parish Priest in Bulgaden. He served in this post for twenty years, until his death on 20 November, 1906, aged 70 years. He was buried in the church grounds, Bulgaden, Co. Limerick. He was a brother of Rev Mortimer McCoy (qv). (Tobin, 2004, 73)

McCoy, Rev Mortimer (1851-1927) Limerick

Mortimer McCoy was born in Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local church on 2 March, 1851. He completed his ecclesiastical studies at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, and was ordained in the Convent of Mercy, Limerick, on 30 June, 1878. He served as curate in Donaghmore (1878 81), Ardagh (1881-83), Fedamore (1883-87), Dromin/ Athlacca (1887-

88), Mungret (1888-90), St Munchin’s (1890-92), Askeaton/ Ballysteen (1892-93) and Ballingarry (1893-19). He was eventually appointed Parish Priest of Ardpatrick (1919-27). He died in Ardpatrick on 30 September 1927 and was buried in the church grounds. He was a brother of Rev James McCoy (qv). (Tobin, 2004, 74).

McCoy, Rev Patrick (1932-2003) Clifton

Patrick McCoy was born in Rooska, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 28 March, 1932. He was ordained priest at Clonliffe College, Dublin, on 12 March, 1960, for the diocese of Clifton, UK. He ministered in the Clifton diocese and taught at Coloma College, Croydon, and in Guilford, Surrey. In 1987, he was appointed Vice-Rector of the English Beda College in Rome and given the title of Monsignor. He returned to Pastoral work in Bristol in 1993, moving to Santa Rosa, CA, USA, in 1996. He died in Santa Rosa, CA, on 11 October, 2003, and was buried in that city. (TA, 125, 24; ICN, 13/10/2003)

McDonnell, Rev Charles (1875-1957) SJ

Charles McDonnell, son of James McDonnell and his wife, Annie Curtin, was born in Feibeg, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 25 March 1875. He entered the Jesuit congregation (SJ) on 14 September 1892. Following ordination on 26 June 1907, he joined the Southern province of the Society in St Louis, MO, USA. He had a variety of ministries, including headmaster of a High School, pastor of a parish and lecturer in St Stanislaus Jesuit Seminary at Florissant, MO. He died on 10 May 1957 in the Jesuit community residence, Florissant, MO, USA, and was interred in the cemetery attached to the residence. He was a brother of Rev John McDonnell SJ (qv). (SJ archives, 30/6/16)

McDonnell, Rev Charles (1906-81) SDB

Charles McDonnell, son of Michael McDonnell and his wife, Mary Enright, was born in Dunmoylan, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 24 November 1906. He entered the Salesian novitiate in Cowley, Oxford, in July 1921. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 8 December 1922. He was ordained priest on 25 August 1935. He attended NUI and graduated with a BAgSc degree in 1933. His ministries included teaching and pastoral work in Warrenstown, Blaisdon, Shrigley, Melchet Court, Chertsey, Pallaskenry, Ballinakill, Athboy and Navan. He died in Navan on 24 April 1981 and was interred in the Salesian Cemetery, Warrenstown, Co. Meath. He was a brother of Rev William McDonnell (qv) and Rev Patrick McDonnell (qv). (SDB, 3/9/15)

McDonnell, Rev John (1869-97) Kansas City

John McDonnell, son of James McDonnell and his wife, Annie Curtin, was born in Feibeg, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, in 1869. He was educated at Mungret College, Limerick (BA) and at the North American College, Louvain, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Kansas City in 1893. He ministered for two years in Kansas City, before becoming ill. On his recovery, he became spiritual director to the Sisters of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX. His health continued to be delicate, however, and he died in 1897 from a violent haemorrhage, brought on, it was reported, by overwork and fatigue. He was interred in San Antonio, TX, USA. He was a brother of Rev Charles McDonnell SJ (qv). (SJ archives, 5/7/16)

McDonnell, Rev Michael (c1762-1824) Limerick

Michael McDonnell, son of Charles McDonnell, was born in Hill Cottage, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, about 1762. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick and became Parish Priest of Shanagolden in 1808. In 1814, he built the present church in Shanagolden, on the eastern wall of which there is a tablet to his memory. He died on 24 April 1824. (Kennedy, J, 5/7/16)

McDonnell, Rev Patrick (1909-94) OMI

Patrick McDonnell, son of Michael McDonnell and his wife, Mary Enright, was born in Dunmoylan, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, in 30 April 1909. He was received into the Oblate novitiate at Cahirmoyle, Co. Limerick, on 7 September 1927 and made his vows on 8 September 1928. He then proceeded to Belmont Hall, Stillorgan, Dublin 19, for clerical studies. He was ordained on 29 June 1933 at the OMI Scholasticate in Jersey, Channel Islands. He served at St Teresa’s parish, Norris Green, Liverpool; St Anne parish, Rock Ferry, Cheshire; Sacred Heart parish, Kilburn, London; English Martyr’s parish, Tower Hill; Help of Christians, Holyhead. He also served as Provincial and provincial treasurer. He retired to the Nursing Home at Cahirmoyle, Co. Limerick, in 1992, and died there on 12 July 1994. He was buried in the Oblate cemetery at Inchicore. Dublin 8. He was a brother of Rev William McDonnell (qv) and Rev Charles McDonnell SDB (qv). (OMI, 11/8/14)

McDonnell, Rev William (1901-70) Limerick

William McDonnell, son of Michael McDonnell and his wife, Mary Enright, was born in Dunmoylan, Shanagolden, in 1901. He was ordained at the Irish College, Paris, on 2 June, 1929. In 1929, he was given three years’ leave of absence to work in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. At the end of three years, he was recalled to the diocese of Limerick and was appointed curate, successively, in Ballyhahill (1935-42) and Kildimo/ Pallaskenry (1942-48). In 1948, he was given another three years’ leave of absence to return to his former mission in Port Elizabeth. With the approval of the Bishop of Limerick, he transferred permanently to the archdiocese of Port Elizabeth on 10 December, 1951. In 1970, however, during a vacation in Ireland, he fell ill in Limerick and died rather suddenly on 9 September, 1970. He was buried in Kilbradran cemetery. He was a brother of Rev Patrick McDonnell (qv) and Rev Charles McDonnell (qv). (LDA, 2015).

McDonnell, Sr Ann Good Shepherd (1923-2006) RGS

Ann Philomena McDonnell, daughter of Jerome McDonnell and his wife, Margaret Stack, was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 9 August 1923. She entered the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS), Limerick, in 1944. When receiving the religious habit on 12 August 1942, she also received a new religious name, Sister Good Shepherd. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 12 August 1944. She served in Limerick, Dublin and Dunboyne, Co. Meath. Among her responsibilities were those of teacher, catechist, Director of Adult Education, Pastoral Ministry and Community Leader. She died in the Regional Hospital, Limerick, on 17 July 2006 and was interred in the Good Shepherd burial plot, St Oliver’s Cemetery, Limerick. (RGS NG, 18/8/14)

McDonnell, Sr Anne Johanna Petronilla (1879-1916) RGS

Anne McDonnell, daughter of James McDonnell and his wife, Annie Curtin, was born in Feibeg, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, in 1879. She entered the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS), Clare Street, Limerick. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Johanna Petronilla. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 5 July 1906. She was then assigned to work at the Good Shepherd Convent, Waterford, where she developed the then fatal disease, tuberculosis, from

which she died on 9 October 1916, at the early age of 38 years. She was in interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Kathleen Josephine McDonnell (qv). (RGS, NG, 5/8/16)

McDonnell, Sr Kathleen Josephine (1871-1951) RGS

Kathleen McDonnell, daughter of James McDonnell and his wife, Annie Curtin, was born in Feibeg, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 31 March 1871. She entered the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS) in Clare Street, Limerick. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Josephine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Limerick on 2 April 1893. She was transferred to the Good Shepherd convent in Waterford, where she served for the remainder of her life. She held the post of superior. She died the Good Shepherd Convent, Waterford, on 28 March 1951 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Anne Johanna Petronilla McDonnell (qv). (RGS NG, 5/8/16)

McDonnell, Sr Mary Bernard (1868-1945) RSM

Mary McDonnell, daughter of James and Mary McDonnell, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 18 December 1868. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Arklow, Co. Wicklow, on 19 March 1884. When receiving the religious habit on 24 September 1884, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bernard. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at Arklow on 12 October 1886. She qualified as a teacher and taught at Rock School, Arklow, where she later held the post of principal for many years. She was in charge of almsgiving in the convent and conducted classes in housekeeping for mothers of her pupils. She died during a short boat trip in the sea near Arklow on 18 September 1945. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Arklow, Co. Wicklow. (RSM SP, DL 31/51998)

McDonogh, Sr Ellen Benedict (1839-73) LSP

Ellen McDonogh, daughter of Denis McDonogh and his wife, Ellen Naughton, was born in Moig West, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 17 January 1839. She entered the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) at La Tour St Joseph, Saint-Pern, France. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new religious name, Sister Benedict. At the end of her novitiate, she made

profession of vows on 11 September 1870. After spending some years at the Convent in Mans, France, she was sent to the USA in June 1872. She was stationed at the LSP Convent, St Aloysius Parish, Washington DC, and was given responsibility for questing to support the Home and its inmates. She fell victim to tuberculosis and died from this disease on 7 September 1873. She was buried in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Washington DC, Plot Section 34-41. (LSP, Saint-Pern 29/9/14)

McDonogh, Sr Mary Evangelist (1880-1971) RSM

Mary Teresa McDonogh, daughter of Stephen and Helena McDonogh, was born in Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 14 July 1880. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Macklin Street, London WC 2B, on 29 June 1901. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Evangelist, on 12 August 1901. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in London on 15 August 1903. She died in Twickenham on 9 March 1971 and was buried in Twickenham Cemetery, Middlesex. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15)

McElligot, Sr Mary Enda (1898-1953) SMG

Mary Agnes McElligot was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 22 January 1898. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at St Mary’s Convent, Roehampton, London, on 4 September 1898. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Enda. At the end of her novitiate, she made 1st vows on 15 August 1921 and final vows on 15 August 1927. She spent the major part of her life ministering in the UK. She died on 9 September 1953 and was buried in Hounslow, Middx., UK. (SMG JO’R 8/9/15)

McEnery, Rev Daniel (1898-1989) Duluth

Daniel McEnery, son of David and his wife, Margaret Murphy, was born in 1898 in Dromtrasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the diocese of Duluth, Minesota. Among the parishes where he served as Pastor were: Immaculate Conception, Pine City, MN (1950s) and St John the Evangelist, Woodlands, Duluth, MN (1966-1972). He was one of three brothers who ministered as priests in the diocese of Duluth, the others being Rev John (qv) and Rev Daniel McEnery (qv). (US Federal Census, 1930, 1940)

McEnery, Rev Denis (c1912-98) Duluth

Denis McEnery, son of David and his wife, Margaret Murphy, was born in Convent Road, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, about 1912. He studied for the priesthood was ordained priest for the diocese of Duluth, Minnesota, USA, on 18 June 1950. He was Pastor of St Mary’s Star of the Sea Parish in Duluth. He died on 6 June 1998. There is a gravestone to his memory in the cemetery attached to of the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. He was a cousin of Rev Daniel (qv), Rev Patrick (qv) and Rev Thomas McEnery (qv).

McEnery, Rev Eugene (1900-66) Salford

Eugene Joseph McEnery, son of Eugene McEnery, was born in Ballyhale, Co. Kilkenny, in 1900. During his childhood, his family moved to Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Salford, UK. In 1936, he was appointed assistant priest in St Joseph’s parish, Blackburn, Lancs. He died 24 March 1966 and was interred in the UK. He was a brother of Rev Joseph McEnery (qv) and Rev James Bede McEnery (qv). (Probated Will 1966, Lancaster, UK)

McEnery, Rev James Bede (1899-1970) OP

James McEnery, son of Eugene McEnery, was born in Ballyhale, Co. Kilkenny, on 17 January 1899. His family moved to Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, while he was a child. He studied for the priesthood at St John’s Seminary, Waterford, and was ordained priest for the diocese of Salford, UK, on 17 June 1923. He ministered in Bolton and Manchester for eleven years, before joining the Dominicans in Tallaght, Dublin in 1934. Taking Bede as his religious name, he made profession of vows on 15 September 1935. He went to Trinidad where he held the post of Vicar Provincial. He returned to Ireland in 1952 and ministered in Dundalk, Galway and Cork. He retired to Galway in 1967 and died on 3 April 1970. He was buried in Galway. He was a brother of Rev Joseph McEnery (qv) and of Rev Eugene McEnery (qv). (OP archives, 2016)

McEnery, Rev Joseph (c1898-1966) Salford

Joseph McEnery, son of Eugene McEnery, was born in in Ballyhale, Co. Kilkenny, about 1898. During his childhood, his family moved to Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. He was ordained priest at St John’s College,

Waterford, for the diocese of Salford, UK, and became Parish Priest of St Theresa’s, Stretford, Manchester. Early in 1936, he was appointed Parish of St Joseph’s, Blackburn, Lancs. In 1940, he was transferred to St Chad’s, Manchester, as Parish Priest. He subsequently became Parish Priest (and a Canon) at St Alban’s, Larkhill, Blackburn. He died in Blackburn in March 1966. He was a brother of Rev James Bede McEnery OP (qv) and of Rev Eugene McEnery (qv). (The Tablet, 1 Feb 1936, 23)

McEnery, Rev Patrick (1901-87) Duluth

Patrick McEnery, son of David McEnery and his wife, Margaret Murphy, was born in Dromtrasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1901. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Duluth, Minesota, USA. Among the parishes where he was Pastor was St Mary’s, Keewatin, Itasca County, MN. He died in Duluth on 19 January 1987 and his remains were brought home and buried in the the grounds of the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale. He was one of three brothers who ministered as priests in the diocese of Duluth, the others being Rev Daniel (qv) and Rev Thomas McEnery (qv). (ancestry.com)

McEnery, Rev Thomas (1903-83) Duluth

Thomas McEnery, son of David and his wife, Margaret Murphy, was born in Dromtrasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 1 August 1903. He was ordained for the diocese of Duluth, Minesota. He became Pastor of St Patrick’s Church, Hinkley, Pine City MN. Subsequently, he was Pastor at St Mary’s Star of the Sea in Duluth. He died on 19 September 1983 in Duluth Mn, his remains thereafter being brought home and interred in the grounds of the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale. He was one of three brothers (Thomas, Daniel, Patrick), all of whom became priests in the diocese of Duluth (Askov American, Pine City 17/5/45).

McEnery, Sr Bridget Carmel (1922-99) RSM

Bridget Ita McEnery was born in Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, but lost her mother when she was only three years old and was raised by kind relatives. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), English Province, in Wanstead, East London. When receiving the religious habit, in 1941, she also received a new religious name, Sister Carmel. After making profession of vows in 1943, she completed her teacher training at Sedgley Park Teacher Training

College, after which she taught in Wanstead, Canvey Island, Standford and Tilbury. She spent the years, 1989-91, in Rome and, on her return to the UK, was assigned to Brentwood. She died in August 1999, and her remains were interred in Tilbury, Essex, England. (ftbttb, 268)

McEnery, Sr Ita Columba (1877-1932) HFB

Ita McEnery was born in Ballintubber, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 19 November 1877. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1899. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Columba. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 9 August 1932. She was buried in Stockport, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

McEnery, Sr Jane Catherine (1865-1942) RSM

Jane McEnery, daughter of James McEnery and his wife, Catherine Pitts, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 16 May 1865. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Gunnedah, New South Wales, Australia, on 15 August 1889. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Catherine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent the rest of her life in Australia, dying on 18 May 1942. She was buried in Australia. (INSCCA 1838-1918).

McEnery, Sr Margaret Fintan (1916-2003) SMG

Margaret McEnery was born in Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 20 October 1916. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at St Mary’s Convent, Roehampton, on 10 June 1934. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Fintan. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 22 July 1937. She qualified as a teacher and taught in the USA and Somerset UK. She died on 17 December 2003 and was interred at Arnos Vale, Bristol, UK. (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

McEnery, Sr Mary Rosary (1906-84) OP

Mary McEnery was born in Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 29 July 1906. She entered the novitiate of the Dominican Sisters (OP)

at Tanagharrie Park, Co Down. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Rosary. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in South Africa on 30 September 1931. She spent her entire life in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, where she taught in St Thomas High School, Port Elizabeth. She was also Prioress of Maris Stella Convent in that city. She spent her last years confined to a wheel chair at the LCM hospital in Port Elizabeth. She died there on 7 January 1984 and was buried in the cemetery attached to St Dominic’s Priory, Port Elizabeth, SA. (OP, Mary OBryne, 7/9/15)

McEniry, Rev John (1616-58) CRSA

John McEniry, born about 1616, came from an old Irish family, members of which were chieftains of Corcomohide, or present-day Castletown Conyers, Co. Limerick. He joined the Canons of St Augustine (CRSA), at Rathkeale, in 1642, making his vows in 1645. He went to Europe to study theology and, after odination, became professor of Theology and Director of Studies in the Mother House of the Canons of St Augustine in Paris. He was appointed to the chair of theology in a newly-founded College in Genoa about 1657. The previous year, however, plague had broken out in Genoa. Father John McEniry, while ministering to the dying, became infected and died in 1858. He was only 42 years of age. He was buried hastily in Genoa, the city where Daniel O’Connell subsequently died, while on his way to Rome, on 15 May, 1847. (JMF, research, 2015)

McGrath, Br John Senan (1876-1899) FPM

John McGrath, son of Michael McGrath and his wife, Catherine Normoyle, was born in Glin, Co. Limerick, on 6 May 1876. He was educated at the local National school before entering the Presentation Brothers novitiate at the South Monastery, Cork, on 15 January 1892. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Senan, at Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 12 May 1894. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows at Mount St Joseph on 28 May 1898. One year later, however, his health deteriorated and he died on 4 April 1899, aged 22 years. He was interred in the Presentation Brothers vault, South Monastery, now located in the grounds of Nano Nagle House, Douglas Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 153)

McGreal, Sr Margaret Gerard (1931-99) RSM

Margaret McGreal was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 5 October 1931. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Dundee, Scotland, on 23 September 1948. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Gerard, on 31 March 1949. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Dundee on 10 July 1951. She spent the remainder of her life in Scotland, dying on 9 August 1999. She was buried in Balgay Cemetery, Dundee, Scotland. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15)

McKeogh, Rev John (1927-95) MHM

John McKeogh, son of John McKeogh and his wife, Margaret O’Rourke, was born in Carheeny, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 8 May, 1927. In 1947, he entered the Mill Hill Seminary in Holland, after which he transferred to Mill Hill College, London, where he took his Perpetual Oath of Missionary Obedience on 1 May, 1952. He was ordained priest on 1 July, 1953. After ordination, Fr McKeogh was appointed to the diocese of Buea in Cameroon, where he spent the next forty years. In 1993, he was withdrawn from the missions because of declining health and he took up residence at Herbert House, Dartry, Dublin. His final months were spent in a nursing home in Cahercalla, Ennis, Co. Clare, where he died there on 27 November, 1995. He was buried in Dublin. He was a brother of Rev Matthew McKeogh (qv) and John McKeogh (qv). (MHM, 2015)

McKeogh, Rev Matthew (1930-84) ODC

Matthew McKeogh, son of John McKeogh and his wife, Margaret O’Rourke, was born in Carheeny, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 9 July, 1930. He entered the Order of Discalced Carmelites (ODC) in Dublin on 11 September, 1948, and made his religious profession on 12 September, 1949. In 1952, he was transferred to Rome, where he completed his studies and was ordained priest on 8 April, 1956. He remained in Rome an additional year to complete postgraduate studies and, in 1957, returned to Ireland, where he taught Moral Theology in Avila Formation Centre, Moorhampton Road, Dublin 4. After some years, he was transferred to California where he ministered until his death on 10 April, 1984, aged 53 years. He was buried in California. He was a brother of Frs John McKeogh (qv) and Philip McKeogh (qv). (OCD, 2010)

McKeogh, Rev Philip (1934-2013) ODC

Philip McKeogh, son of John McKeogh and his wife, Margaret O’Rourke, was born in Carheeny, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 31 March 1934. He entered the Order of Discalced Carmelites (ODC) in Dublin, taking Stephen as his religious name. He completed his religious and clerical studies and was ordained priest on 12 July 1960. He ministered in Dublin and at the Iona Retreat Centre, Termonbacca, Derry. During his final illness, he was nursed at Nazareth Home, Fahan, Lifford, Co. Donegal. He died there on 4 January 2013. He was a brother of Rev John McKeogh (qv) and Rev Matthew McKeogh (qv). (OCD, 2010)

McMahon, Rev Colman (1903-81) CSSp

Colman McMahon was born in Dunmoylan, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 2 September 1903. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation in Kimmage, Dublin, in 1922. He completed his philosophy and theology courses in Blackrock, Dublin, and was ordained priest in 1931. He joined the CSSp mission initially in Zanzibar and subsequently in Nairobi, Kanya. When he returned to Ireland he was involved in chaplaincy and promotion work. He spent his last years in St Ita’s Nursing Home, Newcastle West, where he died on 27 December 1981, aged 78 years. He was interred in the cemetery attached to Rockwell College, Cashel, Co. Tipperary. (Farragher, ISR, 333)

McMahon, Sr Bridget John (1871-1950) RGS

Bridget McMahon, daughter of Daniel McMahon and his wife, Margaret O’Shaughnessy, was born in Kilmoreen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 9 April 1871. She entered the Good Shepherd Convent (RGS), Limerick. When she received the veil in January, 1894, she also received a new name, Sister St John the Evangelist. On completion of her novitiate in Limerick, she made her religious profession on 9 January 1896. After her profession, she was transferred to the Good Shepherd Convent, Waterford, where she remained for the rest of her life. Among the duties, which she had, was the supervision of the laundry services. In her later years, her health deteriorated and she was virtually an invalid. She died at the Good Shepherd Convent, Waterford, on 17 August, 1950, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Srs Catherine McMahon (qv), Ellen McMahon (qv) and Mary McMahon (qv). (RGS, NG, 2015)

McMahon, Sr Catherine Patrick (1877-1946) RSM

Catherine McMahon, daughter of Daniel McMahon and his wife, Margaret O’Shaughnessy, was born in Kilmoreen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, in 1877. At the age of 23, she entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Ennistymon, Co. Clare. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Patrick, on 8 September, 1900. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession in September, 1902. She spent her entire life in the convent at Ennistymon and died on 23 October, 1946, aged 69 years. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Mercy Convent, Ennistymon. She was a sister of Sisters Ellen McMahon (qv), Bridget McMahon (qv) and Mary McMahon (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2015)

McMahon, Sr Ellen Catherine (1870-1955) RSM

Ellen McMahon, daughter of Daniel McMahon and his wife, Margaret O’Shaughnessy, was born in Kilmoreen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Kildimo Catholic church on 2 November, 1870. At the age of twenty, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Limerick. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Catherine, at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 8 July 1891. She made her religious profession on 12 July 1893. She qualified as a nurse and spent many years nursing in St Camillus’ Hospital, Limerick. She died there on 3 August 1955, and was buried in the cemetery, at St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. Sr Ellen had three other sisters in religious life: Sr Mary McMahon (qv), Sr Bridget McMahon (qv) and Sr Catherine McMahon (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2015)

McMahon, Sr Mary Veronica (1866-1950) PBVM

Mary McMahon, daughter of Daniel McMahon and his wife, Margaret O’Shaughnessy, was born in Kilmoreen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Kildimo Catholic church on 20 April 1866. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) at Sexton Street, Limerick. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Veronica. She spent her entire life in the Presentation Convent in Sexton Street, Limerick, dying there on 20 March 1950. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She had three other sisters in religious life: Sr Ellen McMahon RSM (qv), Sr Bridget McMahon RGS (qv) and Sr Catherine McMahon RSM (qv). (PBVM BOL)

McNamara, Rev John (1845-70) Deacon

John McNamara, son of Michael McNamara and his wife, Bridget Fennell, was born in Cappagh, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 18 February, 1845. In 1863, he entered St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he completed his ecclesiastical studies and was ordained deacon in 1869. Unfortunately, however, he fell victim to Tuberculosis, then an incurable disease, and died before ordination on 5 May, 1870, aged 25 years. He was buried in the family grave in Cappagh cemetery. (McNamara, M, 2011; Hammell, 1982, 114)

McNamara, Sr Brigid Alacoque (1882-1963) RSM

Brigid McNamara, daughter of James McNamara and his wife, Jane Fitzgerald, was born in Cappagh, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 3 June 1882. On 28 November, 1902, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Bunbury, Western Australia. She received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Mary Alacoque, on 15 August, 1903. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 8 December, 1906. She became a teacher and taught at Bunbury, Bridgetown and Dardanup, Western Australia. She died on 19 July, 1963, aged 81 years, and was buried in Karrakatta Cemetery, Perth. She was a sister of Ellen (qv), Elizabeth (qv), Jane (qv), Margaret (qv) and Mary McNamara (qv), all of whom joined the Sisters of Mercy. (RSM Au, Perth & Bunbury, 2014)

McNamara, Sr Elizabeth Berchmans (1889-1975) RSM

Elizabeth McNamara, daughter of James McNamara and his wife, Jane Fitzgerald, was born in Cappagh, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 7 June 1889. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Clonakilty, Co. Cork, taking the new name of Sister Berchmans. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession. She spent her entire life in the convent in Clonakilty and died there on 30 August, 1975. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Brigid (qv), Ellen (qv), Jane (qv), Mary (qv) and Margaret McNamara (qv), all of whom joined the Sisters of Mercy. (RSM SP, DL 2015)

McNamara, Sr Ellen Cecilia (1877-1944) RSM

Ellen McNamara, daughter of James McNamara and his wife, Jane Fitzgerald, was born in Cappagh, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 10 October,

1877. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Perth, Western Australia, taking the veil and a new name, Sister Cecilia, on 12 December, 1896. Ellen made her religious profession on 6 May, 1899. In 1887, she was chosen as a member of the pioneering group of Sisters, who set up a new independent convent at Bunbury, Western Australia. A teacher, she was also greatly valued by her community for her gifts as an administrator and held the posts of superior and principal. Subsequently, she was Mistress of Novices for several years. She died in Bunbury on 29 April, 1944, aged 65 years, and was buried in the Catholic cemetery in the city. At one time, there were five McNamara nuns, all sisters, in the Bunbury convent. Ellen was a sister of Brigid (qv), Elizabeth (qv), Jane (qv), Margaret (qv) and Mary McNamara (qv), all of whom joined the Sisters of Mercy. (RSM Au, Perth & Bunbury, 2014)

McNamara, Sr Jane Patrick (1881-1947) RSM

Jane McNamara, daughter of James McNamara and his wife, Jane Fitzgerald, was born in Cappagh, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 9 January, 1881. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Bunbury, Western Australia, on 7 October, 1898, and received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Patrick, on 30 August, 1899. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 21 December, 1901. She was one of the pioneer Sisters from Perth to open the Convent of Mercy in Bunbury, Western Australia. She died in Bunbury on 1 January, 1947, aged 65 years. She was buried in Bunbury Catholic Cemetery, WA. She was a sister of Brigid (qv), Ellen (qv), Elizabeth (qv), Margaret (qv) and Mary McNamara (qv), all of whom joined the Sisters of Mercy. (RSM Au, Perth & Bunbury, 2014)

McNamara, Sr Margaret Augustine (1883-1956) RSM

Margaret McNamara, daughter of James McNamara and his wife, Jane Fitzgerald, was born in Cappagh, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 29 September 1883. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Bunbury, Western Australia, on 28 November, 1902, and received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Augustine, on 15 August, 1903. Margaret made her religious profession on 8 December, 1906. She spent most of her life teaching, in Bunbury, but she also taught at Greenbushes. She spent her later years at St Joseph’s Orphanage, Subiaco, WA. She died on 11 October, 1956, and was interred in the burial plot of the Sisters of Mercy, Karrakatta Cemetery,

Perth, WA. She was a sister of Brigid (qv), Ellen (qv), Elizabeth (qv), Jane (qv), Mary McNamara (qv), all of whom joined the Sisters of Mercy. (RSM Au, Perth & Bunbury, 2014)

McNamara, Sr Mary Joseph (1879-1961) RSM

Mary McNamara, daughter of James McNamara and his wife, Jane Fitzgerald, was born in Cappagh, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 16 May 1879. She entered the Sisters of Mercy, Bunbury (RSM), Western Australia, on 7 October, 1898, and received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Joseph, on 30 August, 1899. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 21 December 1901. She spent most of her life teaching in Bunbury and other Mercy schools in WA. A talented administrator, she was also appointed superior in several Mercy convents in the province. She died on 24 January, 1961, aged 82 years. She was buried in the Sisters of Mercy burial plot, Karrakatta Cemetery, Perth, WA. She was a sister of Brigid (qv), Ellen (qv), Elizabeth (qv), Jane (qv) and Margaret McNamara (qv), all of whom joined the Sisters of Mercy. (RSM Au, Perth & Bunbury, 2014)

Meagher, Rev Michael (1880-1946) CSSp

Michael Maher was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 24 August 1880. He entered the Spiritan novitiate at Prior Park, Bath. He went to France to do his studies for the priesthood and was ordained in 1909. The following year he was appointed to St Edward’s Parish, Sierra Leone. Within three years he was diagnosed with serious heart problems and was forced return home in 1913. On his return to Ireland, served in various capacities, including mission promotion, fund raising and editing the CSSp Missionary Annals. In 1934 he was appointed by the Holy See National Director of the Holy Childhood Sodality. He died on 12 May 1946 and was buried in the cemetery at Kimmage, Manor, Dublin. He was a nephew of Br John Baptist Hourigan CSSp (qv), an uncle of Fr Michael Hourigan CSSp (qv). (Farragher, ISR, 341).

Moloney, Br Thomas Baptist (1842-1910) FPM

Thomas Moloney was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1842. He entered the Presentation Brothers in Cork. On receipt of the habit at his religious reception, he took the name, Brother Baptist. At the end of

his novitiate, he made profession of vows in January 1866. He possessed great gifts for relating to young people and began teaching career in the Lancastrian School, Cork. Subsequent appointments included Director of St Patrick’s Orphanage, Greenmount, Cork, and superiorship in Birr, Co. Offaly. In 1889, he was elected a member of the Congregational Leadership Team. He died after a short illness on 23 July 1910, aged 67 years. He was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 168)

Moloney, Rev John (1875-1957) Limerick

John Moloney was born in West End, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his parish church on 21 March, 1875. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where, on completion of his ecclesiastical studies, he was ordained priest on 18 June, 1899. Following ordination, he was seconded to the Archdiocese of Liverpool, where he served as assistant priest at St Alphonsus and Sacred Heat parishes. On his return to Ireland, he was appointed curate, successively, in Fedamore (1907); Manister (1907-08); St Munchin’s (1908-10); Ardpatrick (1910-11); Croagh (1911-15) Parteen

(1915-18); Mahoonagh (1918-21); Croom (1921-22); Ardagh (1922-25)

and St Mary’s (1926-27). In July, 1927, he was appointed Parish Priest of Parteen, where he continued until his resignation on 4 June, 1949. He died on 5 October, 1957, aged 82 years. (Tobin, 2004, 65).

Moloney, Rev Michael (1913-84) SJ

Michael Moloney, son of John Moloney and his wife, Joanna O’Brien, was born in Church Streeet, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 March 1913. He entered the Jesuit congregation on 7 September 1931 and, on completion of his clerical studies, was ordained priest on 31 July 1945. He took his final vows as a Jesuit on 2 February 1949. In 1967, he went to Zambia to take up a lectureship at Evelyn Hone College. When his health deteriorated, he returned to Ireland in 1984. He spent his last months at Cherryfield Lodge, Milltown Park, Dublin 6, where he died on 5 June 1984. He was interred in the Jesuit burial plot in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin 9. (SJ archives, 1/9/15)

Moloney, Sr Bridget Consilio (1916-87) RSM

Bridget Moloney, daughter of Michael J Moloney and his wife, Bridget Hurley, was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 29 July 1916. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 6 November 1936. When receiving the religious habit on 27 July 1937, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Consilio. After her religious profession on 22 August 1939, she qualified as a nurse at the Mater Hospital, Dublin, and was subsequently licensed as a midwife at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda. She worked at St Camillus’ Hospital, Limerick, St Ita’s Hospital, Newcastle West and Croom Orthopaedic Hospital. On her retirement in 1981, she went to live at St Camillus’ Convent, Limerick, where she died on 9 August 1987. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. She was a niece of Sr Margaret Moloney (qv) (RSM SC, AB 8/x/14)

Moloney, Sr Margaret Madeleine (1886-1960) RSM

Margaret Mary Moloney, daughter of Michael J Moloney and his wife, Margaret Shanahan, was born in the West End Hotel, Abbeyfeale, on 9 April 1886. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 24 September 1907. When receiving the religious habit on 26 March 1908, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Madeleine. She made profession of vows on 4 June 1910, after which she qualified as a nurse at the Mercy Hospital, Cork. She worked for some time as a District Nurse in Limerick. Subsequently, she became Matron of St Ita’s Hospital, Newcastle West. On her retirement, she went to live at St Camillus’ Convent, Limerick, where she died after a short illness on 4 March 1960. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. She was an aunt of Sr Bridget Consilio Moloney (qv). (RSM SC, AB 8/x/14)

Moore, Sr Alice (1913-2010) FMA

Alice Moore, daughter of Stephen Moore and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 28 September 1913. She joined the Salesian Sisters (FMA) on 21 January, 1932, undergoing her novitiate training in Cowley, Oxfordshire. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 5 August 1934. She qualified as a Teacher, specialising in art. She spent the remainder of her life teaching in

Salesian schools in England and Ireland. She was superior and principal several times. In 2002, she retired to the Salesian Convent, Cahirdavin, Limerick, where she died on 17 March 2010, aged 96 years. She was interred in the Salesian Sisters’ burial plot, Mount St Oliver’s cemetery, Limerick. She was a sister of Sisters Catherine Moore (qv), Sr Eileen (qv) and Rose Moore (qv). (FMA, 2010)

Moore, Sr Catherine (1908-89) FMA

Catherine Moore, daughter of Stephen Moore and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 3 August 1908. She attended Ballinacarriga National School, where her father, Stephen, was Principal. She joined the Salesian Sisters (FMA) on 31 January, 1924, undergoing her novitiate training in England. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 5 August, 1927. When she had completed her professional training, she joined the congregation’s Chinese mission in 1938, working in Shanghai until 1954. Then, because of increasing Communist pressure, she had to leave for Hong Kong, where she continued her work. After a total of 25 years in China and Hong Kong, she was transferred to Korea, where she spent the next nineteen years. She died in Korea on 24 September 1989, aged 81 years, and was buried in Korea. She was a sister of Sr Alice Moore (qv), Sr Eileen Moore (qv) and Sr Rose Moore (qv). (FMA, 2010)

Moore, Sr Eileen Mairead (1917-2014) SCJM

Eileen Bridget Moore, daughter of Stephen Moore and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 29 January 1917. She attended Ballinacarriga National School, where her father, Stephen, was Principal. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) at Tottington, UK, on 28 August 1936. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mairead. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25 March 1938. She then qualified as a nurse and worked in several SCJM houses in Ireland and UK. She spent her final years in Rosglas, Moore Abbey, Monasterevan, Co. Kildare, where she died on 5 April 2014. She was interred in the cemetery on the grounds of Moore Abbey. (SCJM, ER 4/7/16)

Moore, Sr Kathleen Raphael (1928-2007) SIJ

Kathleen Moore, daughter of John and Babe Moore, was born in Curragh, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, in 1928. She was educated at Drishane Convent Boarding School, Millstreet, Co. Cork. In 1947, she entered the Sisters of the Infant Jesus (SIJ), receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Raphael, in 1949. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1951. She qualified as a science teacher and taught science at second level in Drishane and Malahide until 1974. After that, she held several posts of responsibility, including leadership at local and provincial level, as well as membership of the General Council. In the course of her work, she visited her congregation’s missions in Peru, Thailand and among the aborigines in Australia. In her later years, she was stationed in the IJ house, Model Farm Road, Cork City, where she died on 7 October 2007. She was interred in the IJ cemetery in Drishane, Millstreet, Co. Cork. She was a sister of Sr Nancy Moore IJ (qv). (ftbttb, 264)

Moore, Sr Nancy Oliver (1930-59) SIJ

Nancy Moore, daughter of John and Babe Moore, was born in Curragh, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 12 December, 1930. She was educated at Drishane Convent Boarding School, Millstreet, Co. Cork. On 3 October, 1950, she received the religious habit of the Sisters of the Infant Jesus (SIJ), together with a new religious name, Sister Oliver. On completion of her novitiate, she was transferred to the USA, where, after qualifying as a teacher, she taught in Catholic schools. She died on 25 June, 1959, and her remains were interred in California. She was a sister of Sr Kathleen Moore (qv). (ftbttb, 264)

Moore, Sr Rose (1911-96) FMA

Rose Moore, daughter of Stephen Moore and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 2 October 1911. She entered the Salesian Sisters (FMA) on 2 October, 1926, undertaking her novitiate training in Surrey, England. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 5 August 1929. After her religious profession, she volunteered for the foreign missions and was assigned to Thailand in 1932, where she spent the following fifty years. In 1946, she moved to Bangkok, where she specialised in working with blind people.

During World War II, she was imprisoned by the Japanese forces, and owed her eventual release to her Irish nationality. At the age of 83, she retired owing to ill-health and died in Thailand on 18 February 1996, aged 84 years. She was buried in Thailand. She was a sister of Sr Alice Moore (qv), Sr Eileen Moore (qv) and Sr Catherine Moore (qv). (FMA archives, 2010)

Moran, Rev Henry (1902-83) MHM

Henry Moran, son of James Moran and is wife, Bridget McNamara, was born in Ballyanne, Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, on 8 January, 1902. In 1916, he entered the Mill Hill (MHM) junior seminary at Freshfield, Liverpool L35, UK. He completed his studies at St Joseph’s College, Mill Hill, London, where he was ordained priest on 18 July, 1926. Following ordination, he was assigned to the MHM mission in the Upper Nile, Uganda, where he ministered until 1937. From 1937 to 1950, he did promotional work in Ireland before his appointment as Rector, first at Freshford (1950-53), later in Los Angeles (1953-58), then at Dartry, Dublin (1958), and finally for a second period at Los Angeles (1964-72). In 1972, he retired to Dartry, where he died on 21 March, 1983, at the age of 81 years. He was a brother of Rev Michael Moran (qv) (MHM, 3/6/14)

Moran, Rev Joseph (1910-86) Limerick

Joseph Vincent Moran, son Patrick Joseph Moran and his wife, Bridget Kissane, was born in Ardineer, Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 13 October 1910. He was educated at St Munchin’s College and St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 18 June 1937. He served as curate, successively, in Athea and Dunoughmore. For some years, he was on loan to the diocese of Fresno, CA. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cratloe in 1965. And of Rockhill in 1976. In 1986, he was appointed Canon of the Cathedral Chapter. He died suddenly in Rockhill on 6 August 1986 and was interred in the grounds of the church there. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Moran, Rev Michael (1895-1978) MHM

Michael Moran, son of James Moran and his wife, Bridget McNamara, was born in Ballyanne, Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, on 22 September, 1895. In 1915, he entered the MHM major seminary at St Joseph’s College, Mill Hill, London, where he was ordained priest on 17 July, 1921. In 1922,

he joined the MHM mission in West Cameroon, Africa, serving there until 1931. From 1931 to 1938, he served at Freshford, Co. Kilkenny. In 1938, he returned to Africa, initially to Kodok, Sudan and, subsequently, to Kampala. In 1960, he retired to San Diego CA, but returned to Ireland in 1970. He died at St Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny on 29 December, 1978, at the age of 83 years. He was a brother of Rev Henry Moran (qv). (MHM, 3/6/14)

Moynihan, Rev Humphrey (1892-1967) Melbourne

Humphrey Francis Moynihan was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 4 February 1892. He studied at All Hallows College, Dublin, where he was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Melbourne on 24 June 1916. He served in several parishes, including Sacred Heart, Warburton, Victoria. He died on 28 August 1967 and was buried in St Francis Xavier Cemetery, Eganstown, Victoria, Australia. (25/08/2016; Southern Cross, 18/8/1916)

Mulcahy, Rev Cornelius (1870-1961) Limerick

Cornelius Mulcahy was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local church on 7 July, 1870. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, and, on completion of his studies, was ordained priest in St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 24 February, 1895. Following ordination, he was appointed teacher at St Munchin’s College (1895-96), before his appointment to the post of Professor of English at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth (1896-1922). On 3 June, 1932, he was appointed Parish Priest of Kilmallock (1932-61), where he remained until his death on 6 July, 1961, at the age of 91 years. He was buried in the church grounds, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick. He was nominated as Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in 1924, Vicar Forane in 1932 and Dean of the Diocese in 1938. (Tobin, 20014, 67)

Mulcahy, Rev Cornelius (1885-1941) CSSp

Con Mulcahy was born in Ballylinane, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 18 December 1885. He joined the Spiritan (CSSp) Congregation in 1905 and underwent his training in France, where he made profession of vows in 1911 and was ordained priest in 1916. He was then appointed to Sierra Leone, where he served in Serabu and Mobe. In 1922, he was appointed to

teach at St Edward’s College, Freetown, and he spent the remainder of his life there, holding the post of Principal for more than 20 years. He died on 8 December 1941 and was buried in Freetown, Sierra Leone. (Farragher, ISR, 358)

Mulcahy, Rev James (1901-75) San Francisco

James Mulcahy, son of Daniel Mulcahy and his wife, Margaret Kirby, was born in Bermondsey, London, on 3 June 1901. While he was a child, his family moved back to Ballintubber, Killeedy, Co. Limerick. On 7 September 1926, he entered St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of San Francisco, USA, on 15 June 1932. He then took up priestly duties in San Francisco, where his brother Jeremiah, was also ministering. He continued his ministry in San Francisco until 1970, when he joined the Servants of the Holy Ghost in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In the early 1970s, Fr James’ health deteriorated and he died on 6 July 1975. He was buried in Via Coeli Cemetery, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA. He was a brother of Rev Jeremiah Mulcahy (qv). (JM, 2015)

Mulcahy, Rev Jeremiah (1903-58) San Francisco

Jeremiah Mulcahy, son of Daniel Mulcahy and his wife, Margaret Kirby, was born in Bermondsey, London, on 1 November 1903. While he was a child, his family moved back to Ballintubber, Killeedy, Co. Limerick. In 1922, he entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow, where he completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of San Francisco, USA, in 1929. Following ordination, she took up priestly duties in San Francisco, where he ministered in Oakland CA, London CA and San Jose CA. He died on 28 May 1958, aged 54 years, and was buried in San Jose, CA, USA. He was a brother of Rev James Mulcahy (qv). (JM, 2015)

Mulcahy, Rev John (1874-1944) Westminster

John Mulcahy was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. He was educated at the Jesuit College, Mungret, Co. Limerick, before completing his clerical studies in the English College, Lisbon, where he was ordained for the archdiocese of Westminster in 1901. He ministered in London, Tilbury Docks, Hampton Wick and Willesden. He died in London in 1944 and was interred there. (E&W Death Index, 1944, Q3)

Mulcahy, Rev Michael (1848-1906) Limerick

Michael Mulcahy was born in Tournafulla on 1 April, 1848. He was ordained priest at St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 27 September, 1874. After ordination, he served for periods on loan to the dioceses of Down and Connor and Clogher. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was curate, successively, in Ballyagran (1876); Knockaderry (1876-77); Feenagh/ Kilmeedy (1877-78); Cratloe (1878-79); Killeedy (1879-81);

Loughill (1881-83); St Patrick’s (1883-86); Kildimo/ Pallaskenry (1886-

87); Glenroe (1887-89); Fedamore (1889); Killeedy (1889-96); Ardagh (1896-1900); Kildimo/ Pallaskenry (1900-02). He was then appointed Administrator in Killeedy (1902-04), after which he became seriously ill and had to be hospitalised in Belmont Park, Waterford, where he died on 19 April, 1906, aged 58 years. (Tobin, 2004, 68)

Mulcahy, Sr Bridget Lucina (1903-85) HFB

Bridget Mulcahy, daughter of Michael Mulcahy and his wife, Johanna Aherne, was born in Glenmore, Monagea, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 2 March 1903. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 12 January 1922. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Lucina. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in schools of her own congregation. She died on 9 May 1985 and was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Mulcahy, Sr Hanora Cyril (1916-81) HFB

Hanora Mulcahy was born in Ballylinane, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 5 April 1916. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 30 January 1935. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Cyril. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She died on 3 March 1981 and was buried in Waterford, Ireland. (HFB CM, 17/12/14)

Mulcahy, Sr Helen Cyril (1884-1926) HFB

Helen Mulcahy, daughter of James and Hanora Mulcahy, was born in Ballylinane, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 22 January 1884. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead,

UK, on 6 June 1904. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Cyril. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 27 July 1926, at the comparatively young age of 40. She was buried in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. She was a sister of Sr Julia Nativity Mulcahy HFB (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Mulcahy, Sr Johanna Patricia (1895-1959) HFB

Johanna Mulcahy was born in Ballylinane, Monagea, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 4 July 1895. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 24 September 1914. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patricia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 10 November 1959 and was buried in New Brighton, Merseyside, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Mulcahy, Sr Julia Nativity (1882-1964) HFB

Julia Mulcahy, daughter of James and Hanora Mulcahy, was born in Ballylinane, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 16 April 1882. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 1 January 1903. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Nativity. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 21 February 1964. She was buried in New Brighton, Merseyside, UK. She was a sister of Sr Helen Cyril Mulcahy HFB (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Mulcahy, Sr Mary Anne (1925-2011) SMG

Mary Ita Mulcahy was born in Knocknadiha, Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, on 20 January 1925. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Roehampton, London, on 8 August 1945. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Anne Elizabeth. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25

March 1948. She worked in the UK, especially in Hounslow and Brentford. She died on 9 June 2011 and was buried in Roehampton, London, UK. (SMG JO’R, 6/9/15)

Mulcahy, Sr Mary Ita (1910-63) HFB

Mary Ita Mulcahy, daughter of Daniel Mulcahy and his wife, Margaret Kirby, was born in Ballintubber, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 3 July 1910. She attended Rock Ferry Convent Secondary School, Birkenhead, UK. In 1928, she trained as a nurse at Guy’s Hospital, London. In 1930, she returned to Birkenhead and joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry convent. When receiving the religious habit on 8 February 1933, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 February 1934. She then left for South Africa, where she taught in Parktown Convent, Johannesburg, and Durban Convent High School. In 1961, she became ill, and, despite repeated hospitalisation, she failed to recover. She died in Johannesburg on 24 April 1963 and was buried in the Holy Family burial plot, West Park Cemetery, Johannesburg, South Africa.

 

Mulcaire, Sr Bridget Gertrude (1899-1967) CSC

Bridget Mulcaire, daughter of James Mulcaire and his wife, Hannah Neville, was born in Killea, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 14 April 1899. She entered the congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Cross (CSC) at St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame IN, USA, on 31 October, 1923. She received the religious habit, together with new name, Sister Miriam Gertrude, on 15 August, 1924. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 15 August, 1926. She qualified as a teacher and taught in several schools of her congregation in the USA, including, Fresno, CA; Washington, DC; Chicago IL; South Bend, IN; Woodstock, IL; Morris, IL and Anderson, IN. She died on 2 September, 1967, at St Joseph’s Hospital, South Bend, IN, and was buried in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, South Bend, IN. At least four of her relatives, including her two sisters, Sr Ellen Mulcaire (qv) and Sr Margaret Mulcaire entered the same congregation. (CHC JF, 2011)

Mulcaire, Sr Ellen Gemma (1896-1982) CSC

Ellen Mulcaire, daughter of James Mulcaire and his wife, Hannah Neville, was born in Killea, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 19 August 1896. She entered the congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Cross (CSC) in Notre Dame, IN. She received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Maria Gemma, on 6 January, 1915, and made her religious profession two years later. She qualified as a teacher and taught in several schools of her congregation in the USA, including, South Bend IN; Austin, TX; Fort Waine IN; Washington DC; Davenport IA; Elkhart, IN; East Chicago, IN; Evergreen Park, IL; Gary, IN; Michigan City, IN. She died at St Joseph’s Medical Centre, South Bend, IN, on 22 March, 1982, and was interred in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, St Mary’s, Notre Dame, South Bend, IN. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Gertrude Mulcaire (qv) and Sr Margaret Aloysia Mulcaire, who joined the same religious congregation. (CHC JF, 2011)

Mulcaire, Sr Margaret Aloysia (1909-2012) CSC

Margaret Mulcaire, daughter of James Mulcaire and his wife, Hannah Neville, was born in Ballyea, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 16 July 1909. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Cross (CSC), Fort Wayne, IN, USA. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Aloysia Marie, on 6 January,1929. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 6 January 1931. She then attended St Mary’s Academy, Notre Dame, Indiana, where she qualified as a teacher. Subsequently, she graduated with a BA (1953) and an MA (1959). She spent the remainder of her life teaching in various CSC schools in the USA, including, Morris, IL; Michigan City IN; Danville, IL; Flint, MI; South Bend IN; Anderson IN; Ventura CA. She spent her later years in Notre Dame, IN. She died on 5 July 2012, aged 102, and was interred in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN. She was a sister of Srs Bridget Gertrude (qv) and Ellen Gemma (qv) Mulcaire. (CSC JF, 2011)

Mullane, Rev Cornelius (1919-90) Birmingham

Cornelius Mullane, son of John Mullane and his wife, Bridget Kennedy, was born in Ballymurragh, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 1 May 1919. He was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Birmingham. He served in

several parishes of the archdiocese, his last appointment being Parish Priest of Immaculate Conception parish, Warwick. He died in Warrington in April 1990 and was interred in that city. (E&W, Death Index, 1916-2007)

Mullane, Rev Denis (1896-1928) CSSp

Denis Mullane was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 5 January 1896. He entered the Spiritan congregation (CSSp) on 5 August 1915. He completed his clerical studies in Blackrock and was ordained priest. He was then sent on the missions to Sierra Leone, West Africa. He fell victim to fever, however, and died there on 31 August 1928 at the early age of 32 years. He was buried in Sierra Leone. (Farragher, ISR, 360)

Mullane, Rev John (1897-1982) Leeds

John Mullane, son of Daniel and Catherine Mullane, was born in Dirreen, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 6 January 1897. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the diocese of Leeds, England. He served as Parish Priest of St Gerard’s parish, Thrybergh, Rotherham, Yorks. for 27 years (1955-1979). He died in December 1982 and was interred in Thrybergh. He was a well-known athlete in his youth, specialising in the high jump. (E&W, Death Index, 1916-2007)

Mullane, Sr Eileen Ide (1932-2001) MSHR

Eileen Mullane, daughter of Daniel Mullane and his wife, Catherine Corbett, was born in Dually, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 25 November 1932. She joined the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Rosary (MSHR) in Killeshandra, Co. Cavan, on 13 October 1954. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ide. On completion of her novitiate training, she made profession of vows on 13 August 1957. She studied at the National University of Ireland, Cork, where she obtained a BA and HDE. She joined the MSHR mission in Cameroon, subsequently serving in Nigeria and then returning to Cameroon for the period 1965-1982, when she served in Sasse Teacher Training College. Declining health forced her to return to Ireland and she spent some years in Killeshandra. Her last years were spent in a Nursing Home in Ratoath, where she died on 21 May 2001. She was interred in Dardistown cemetery, Santry, Co. Dublin. (MSHR CH, 13/11/15)

Mullane, Sr Margaret Genevieve (1909-88) HFB

Margaret Mullane was born in Glenmore, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 21 January 1909. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 21 November 1928. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Genevieve. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 August 1930. She ministered at New Brighton, Wallasey, Cheshire; Liscard, Wallasey, Cheshire and Stockport, Cheshire. In 1951, she was transferred to Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, where she died on 21 January 1988. She was buried in the HFB cemetery at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. (HFB CM, 24/2/16)

Mullane, Sr Mary Ita Philomena (1919-2010) HFB

Mary Ita Mullane, daughter of Patrick Mullane and his wife, Johanna Brouder, was born in Ballagh, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 18 August 1919. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 21 July 1937. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Philomena. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent the remainder of her life teaching in the UK. She died on 12 May 2010 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the HFB convent in Sicklinghall, North Yorks., UK. (HFB CM, 25/2/15)

Mullins, Rev Charles (c1920-1960) Limerick

Charles Mullins was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, about 1920. He studied for the priesthood at Maynooth Seminary, where he was ordained priest on 17 May 1945. Following ordination, he pursued further studies in Maynooth, after which he was awarded the Licentiate in Theology. He had a short life, however, and died on 22 September 1960. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Mullins, Rev Terence (1888-1964) Jefferson City

Terence Mullins, son of Thomas Mullins and Catherine O’Shaughnessy was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 8 May 1888. He studied at St Patrick’s College, Carlow, and St Viator’s, Kankakee, and was ordained for the diocese of Jefferson City on 29 May 1915. He served in Moberly, Kahoka, Shelbina and Liberty before becoming pastor of St Joseph’s, Edina, MO. He held this post for almost 35 years (1929-1964). He died on 19

October 1964 and was interred in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Edina, MO, USA. He was a nephew of Rev Terence O’Shaughnessy (qv). (Kirksville Daily Express, October 1964)

Mullins, Rev Thomas (1877-1939) Goulburn

Thomas Mullins was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 12 February 1877. He was educated at St Patrick’s College, Carlow, and All Hallows College, Dublin. He was ordained priest in Carlow for the diocese of Goulburn, NSW, on 9 June 1900. His ministry in the diocese of Goulburn included the parishes: Yass, Crookwell, Wagga Wagga, Koorawatha, Barmedman and Ardlethan. From 1915-1920, he served as army chaplain to the Australian forces. His assignments included Fifth Light Horse at Gallipoli and 2nd Light Horse Brigade in Sinai and Palestine; He was awarded the Military Cross twice and mentioned in dispatches for acts of bravery. He died at Ardlethan, NSW, on 14 January 1939 and was buried in the Catholic cemetery there. He was a nephew of Rev Terence O’Shaughnessy (qv), who also served the the diocese of Goulburn. (C&G archives 14/11/14)

Mulqueen, Br James Paul (1912-2003) FSC

James Mulqueen, son of Thomas Mulqueen and his wife, Mary O’Connell, was born in Milltown, Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, in 1912. He joined the De La Salle Brothers (FSC) in Castletown, Co. Laois, in 1928. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Paul. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1929 and then joined the English province. He qualified as a teacher at St Mary’s Teacher Training College, Twickenham, in 1935, and taught in FSC schools in Scotland, England and Wales, including Tanent and Glasgow. He died on 24 February 2003 and was buried in Tanent, East Lothian, Scotland. (FSC, 2015)

Mulqueen, Rev John (d.1819), Limerick

John Mulqueen, son of Anne Mulqueen, nee Lyons, was born in Ballycasey, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and ordained priest towards the end of the eighteenth century. In 1812, he was appointed curate in Bulgaden and appointed Parish Priest there in 1814. In 1819, he was killed by some men, led by ‘Captain Rock’, who were active in the agrarian movement, at that time. Though the names of three alleged assailants were published in the

‘Hue and Cry’, they were never apprehended. Fr Mulqueen was buried in Kildimo cemetery, a headstone being erected to his memory by Johanna Mulqueen, his mother. (Ó Corbuí, 1975, 160)

Mulvihill, Sr Catherine Anthony (1915-2005) HFB

Catherine Mulvihill, daughter of Edward Mulvihill and his wife, Ellen McKenna, was born in Lower Athea, Co. Limerick, on 15 August 1915. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 29 January 1934. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Anthony Joseph. She completed her novitiate training and made profession of vows. On 21 August 1935, she went to Sri Lanka and taught in schools conducted by her congregation. She became principal in Kalutera School, Colombo. When all Europeans were expelled from Sri Lanka in 1970, she returned to England and worked in a school library and as pastoral care counsellor. She retired to Rock Ferry in 1990 and died there on 15 December 2005. She was buried in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. (HFB CM, 25/2/15)

Murphy, Br Michael Hilarion (1908-70) CFC

Michael Murphy was born in Knocknasna, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 23 March 1908. He joined the Christian Brothers (CFC), receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Hilarion, on 10 October 1923. He made his vows in 1924, after which he qualified as a teacher at Marino College of Education. Subsequently, he obtained a university degree. He taught in several CFC schools, including Dingle, Dundalk, Westport, Coláiste Muire (Dublin), Monaghan and Tullamore. In his later years, he suffered from a heart ailment. He died at Tullamore General Hospital on 25 February 1970. He was buried in Tullamore, Co. Offaly. (CFC archives, 2015)

Murphy, Rev Daniel (1899-1990) Limerick

Daniel Murphy was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1899. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where, on completion of his ecclesiastical studies, he was ordained priest on 22 June 1930. After three years on loan to the diocese of Clifton, UK, he was appointed curate, successively, in Our Lady of Lourdes (1949-59); Glin (1959-70) and Newcastle West (1970-74). In 1974, he was appointed Parish Priest of

Our Lady of Lourdes. In 1979, he was transferred to Tournafulla/ Mount Collins in the same capacity. He died suddenly on 24 August 1990. He was a brother of Rev Sean Murphy (qv) and Rev Timothy Murphy (qv). (LDA, 26/2/16)

Murphy, Rev James (1917-84) Fresno

James Murphy, son of Thomas Murphy and his wife, Annie Hart, was born in Milltown, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 9 July 1917. He began his studies for the priesthood at Mount Melleray and completed them at St John’s Seminary, Camarillo, CA, USA. He was ordained priest on 17 March, 1945, for the diocese of Menterey/ Fresno. When Fresno became a separate diocese, he opted to remain there and ministered in several parishes, including Yossemite. On his retirement, he lived at Watsonville, St Louis Obispo. He died on 19 November 1984 and was buried in St Peter’s Cemetery, Fresno, CA. (Murphy, S, RSM, 2007)

Murphy, Rev Jeremiah (c1858-1936) Limerick

Jeremiah Murphy was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, about 1858. He was one of three brothers, who became priests in the diocese of Limerick. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest at St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 6 May, 1883. Following ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in St John’s (1883); Tournafulla (1883- 85) and Rathkeale (1885-08). In 1908, he was appointed Parish Priest, successively, in Killeedy (1908-12), Coolcappa (1912-24) and Abbeyfeale (1924-36). He died on 12 February, 1936. In 1924, he was appointed Vicar Forane and a Canon of the Limerick Cathedral Chapter. He was a brother of Rev Michael (qv) and Rev Timothy Murphy (qv), who were also priests of the diocese of Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 70)

Murphy, Rev Michael (1906-67) MHM

Michael Murphy, son of Michael Murphy and his wife, Mary Woulfe, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 20 September 1906. In 1929, joined the Mill Hill Missionaries (MHM) at Burn Hall, Durham. He studied in Roosendaal, Netherlands, and St Joseph’s College, Mill Hill, London, where he was ordained priest on 11 July 1937. Following ordination, he left for the Mill Hill Missions in Buea, West Cameroon. He taught for six years at St Joseph’s College, Sasse, before taking over responsibility for

the Catholic Mission in Bajut and later Tabenken. He died unexpectedly of a heart attack at Bota, on 30 May 1967. His funeral Mass was in the Cathedral in Soppo, Buea, West Cameroon, after which he was buried in the cemetery nearby. (MHM, 22/9/14)

Murphy, Rev Michael (c1863-1924) Limerick

Michael Murphy was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, about 1863. He was one of three brothers, who became priests in the diocese of Limerick. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained on 25 February 1888. After ordination, he served for a short time as curate in Cratloe (1888), before being appointed to teach at St Munchin’s College, Limerick (1888-89). After this he was appointed curate, successively, in St Patrick’s (1889); St John’s (1889-90); Monagea (1890-91); St Mary’s (1891-92) and St John’s (1892-10). On 15 November, 1910, he was appointed Administrator of St John’s (1910-14), after which, he was appointed Parish Priest of St Patrick’s (1914-24). He died at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, on 2 August 1924. He was a brother of Rev Jeremiah (qv) and Rev Timothy Murphy (qv). (Tobin, 2004, 70)

Murphy, Rev Patrick (1905-60) Limerick

Patrick Murphy, only son of James Murphy, and his wife, was born in Fanlehane, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, in 1905. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where, on completion of his ecclesiastical studies, he was ordained priest in 1930. Following ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Glenroe, Monagea, Killeedy and Ballyagran/ Colmanswell. Il-health then forced him to spend an extended period at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, where he died on 25 January, 1960, aged 55 years. Following obsequies at St John’s cathedral, Limerick, he was intered in the church grounds, Colmanswell, Co. Limerick. (LDA, 2015)

Murphy, Rev Richard (1931-2012) St Augustine

Richard Murphy, son of Michael and Rita Murphy, was born in Maiden Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 30 July 1931. He was educated at St Munchin’s College, Limerick, before entering St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 23 June 1957 for the diocese of Limerick. Since there were more than enough priests in the diocese of Limerick at that time, he transferred to the diocese of St Augustine, Florida,

where he ministered for the rest of his life. His asssignments included pastor at Holy Spirit, Mims FL, and pastor at St Mary the Evangelist, Port Pierce FL, where he remained until his retirement in 2002. He died in Palm City FL on 29 April 2012 and was buried in Our Lady Queen of Peace cemetery, Royal Lucie, FL, USA. (Palm Beach Post 1/5/2012)

Murphy, Rev Sean (1922-98) Rockhampton

Sean Murphy was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 29 July 1922. He completed his ecclesiastical studies at All Hallows Seminary, Dublin, where he was ordained priest, for the diocese of Rockhampton, Queensland, on 18 June 1950. He ministered for several years in the diocese of Rockhampton. His assignments included Parish Priest: Blackall; Rockhampton; Bundaberg; Isisford and Mount Morgan. He died on 10 January 1998. There is a gravestone to his memory in the grounds of the church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, close to the grave of his brother, Rev Timothy Murphy, who also ministered in the diocese of Rockhampton, QLD, Australia. (Rockhampton, 21/x/14)

Murphy, Rev Timothy (1871-1961) Limerick

Timothy Murphy was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his home parish on 24 September, 1871. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, where he studied for the priesthood and he was ordained priest on 17 June, 1900. After ordination, he was sent on loan to England for five years (1900-1905). On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Fedamore (1905-07); Coolcappa (1907); Fedamore (1907-08); Bruree (1908-22) and Rathkeale (1922-27). On 14 December 1927, he was appointed Parish Priest of Croagh/ Kilfinny, where he remained until his death on 22 December, 1961. He was interred in the church grounds, Croagh, Co. Limerick. In 1946, he was appointed a Canon of the Limerick Cathedral Chapter. He was a brother of Rev Jeremiah Murphy (qv) and Rev Michael Murphy (qv). (Tobin, 2004, 71)

Murphy, Rev Timothy J (1911-92) Rockhampton

Timothy Murphy was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 10 August 1911. He was educated at Mungret College, Limerick (1926- 31) and the Irish College, Rome (1933-1937), where he was ordained

priest on 13 March 1937, for the Rockhampton Diocese, Queensland, Australia. His asssignments there included Budberg; Neerkol; Theodore; Rockhampton; Bundaberg South. He died in Ireland on 11 March 1992. There is a gravestone to his memory in the grounds of the church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. Nearby is a similar memorial to His brother, Sean, also a priest in the diocese Rockhampton. (Rockhampton, 21/x/14)

Murphy, Sr Bridget Berchmans (1916-2015) PBVM

Bridget Murphy, daughter of Cornelius and Helen Murphy, was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 23 September 1916. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), Cork, in 1935. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Berchmans. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1938, after which she studied languages at UCC. She then taught at South Presentation Secondary School, Cork, later becoming principal there. In 1966, she transferred to Christ King Secondary School, Turner’s Cross, Cork, where she also became principal. In 1967, she began a second languages degree, this time in Italian, and after graduation, taught this subject for several years. Her contribution to this language was recognized by the Dante Society in Cork, and prompted the Italian Government to present her with the Stella Della Solidarieta prize. In 1983, she volunteered for work in Pakistan, but a serious deterioration in her health led to her return to Cork two years later. She then resumed her voluntary teaching at Christ King Secondary School. She died on 18 February 2015 and was buried in South Presentation Convent cemetery. Three of her brothers, Dan (qv), Tim (qv) and Sean (qv) became priests. (Kerry’s Eye, 26/3/2015)

Murphy, Sr Margaret Juliana (1916-2009) RSM

Margaret Murphy was born in Knockfinisk, Athea, co. Limerick, on 12 September 1916. On 8 September 1944, at the aged of 28 years, she entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Juliana, on 17 July 1945, and, on completion of her novitiate training, she made profession of vows in Limerick on 26 July 1947. She celebrated the Golden Jubilee of her reception in 1994. In her later years, she was cared

for at Catherine McAuley House, Limerick, where she died on 11 March 2009. She was interred in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. (RSM SC, AB 3/7/14)

Murphy, Sr Margaret Rita (1915-48) LCM

Margaret Murphy was born at Gortnaclohy, Ballaugh, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 7 October 1915. She entered the Little Company of Mary (LCM) in 1932. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Rita, at Hillingdon, Middlesex. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1935. She then trained as a nurse at St Andrew’s Hospital, Dollis Hill, London. After qualification, she worked at St Raphael’s Hospital, Edinburgh, where, in 1945, she was appointed Theatre Nurse. In October 1948, she suffered a heart attack and died after a few days on 16 October 1948. She was buried in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Edinburgh, Scotland. (LCM CK, 2015)

Murphy, Sr Mary Kevin (1916-2013) LCM

Mary Murphy was born at Gortnaclohy, Ballagh, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 24 September 1916. She joined the Little Company of Mary (LCM) at Hillingdon, Middlesex, UK, on 22 August 1936. When receiving the religious habit on 9 April 1937, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Kevin. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 26 April 1939. She then began her training as a nurse at St Andrew’s Hospital, Dollis Hill, London NW2 6EX. After qualifying as a State Registered Nurse in 1942, she joined the nursing staff of St Raphael’s Hospital, Edinburgh, where she qualified as a midwife (1946). In 1947, she went to Malta, where she remained for nine years. On her return to England, she took up residence at Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex. She died on 12 December 2012. (LCM CK, 4/9/14)

Naish, Sr Mary Joseph (c.1825-58) RSM

Mary Carolin Naish, born about 1825, was the daughter of Carroll Naish and Mary Sampson of Ballycullen House, Askeaton, Co. Limerick. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), Athlone, Co. Westmeath, and made her profession on 18 February 1857, her religious name being Sister Joseph. Most Rev Bishop Browne of Elphin presided at the ceremony and the sermon was preached by Rev Dr O’Brien of All Hallows College, Dublin.

(Irish-American, NY, 14.3.1857). She had a short life, however, and died on 12 November 1858, of tuberculosis, then a rampant disease in Ireland. She was buried in the cemetery at St Peter’s Convent, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. (RSM SC, AB 2015).

Nash, Sr Margaret Patricia (1914-94) HFB

Margaret (Peg) Nash, daughter of Dick Nash and his wife, Katie Flynn, was born in Monlena, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 21 June 1914. On 30 January, 1935, she entered the Congregation of the Holy Family (HFB), at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. On 9 August 1935, she received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Patricia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 August 1936. One month later, she sailed for South Africa and was assigned to Kensington Convent, Johannesburg. She began training as a nurse in 1939 and qualified in 1943 in both general and maternity nursing. In 1970, she became matron of a new large hospital at Kenridge, Johannesburg, which later became known internationally as Donald Gordon Medical Centre. She died at the Infant Jesus Convent, Kenridge, on 21 April 1994. Her remains were interred in West Park, Johannesburg, South Africa. (HFB CM, 25/2/15)

Nash, Sr Mary Rosaline (1918-2009) SCJM

Mary Nash, daughter of Patrick Nash and his wife, Mary McMahon, was born in Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 25 May 1918. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) in Belgium. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Rosaline. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Belgium on 20 August 1938. She spent all her life in Belgium, dying at the SCJM convent, St Truiden, Belgium, on 2 December 2009. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent there. (L Nash, 24/3/16)

Naughton, Sr Christina Dominie (1874-1955) CSC

Christina Mary Naughton, daughter of Patrick Naughton and his wife, Catherine Hickey, was born in Castleroberts, Adare, Co. Limerick, on 28 October 1874. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Cross (CSC), St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN, USA, on 16 February, 1895. She received the religious habit, and a new name, Sister Domine, on 13 July, 1895. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 15 August, 1897. She

served in several schools of the Holy Cross Sisters in the USA, including St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN; Sacred Heart Academy, Ogden, UT; St Teresa’s Academy, Boise, ID; St Mary’s Notre Dame, IN; Academy of the Holy Cross, Washington DC; St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN. In her later years she was confined to the infirmary at St Mary’s Notre Dame, where she died on 25 August, 1955, aged 80 years. She was interred in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Notre Dame, IN, USA. Her cousin, Sr Mary D Bennett (qv) was also a member of the same religious congregation. (CHC JF, 30/3/10)

Nealon, Br Joseph (19472009) FPM

Joseph Nealon, only son of Joseph Nealon, and his wife, Eileen O’Neill, was born in Middlefield, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 7 August 1947. On the early deaths of his mother and father, he was reared by his aunt, Marie Nealon, nee Madigan. He received the habit of the Presentation Brothers (FPM) in Cork on 12 August 1964, and made his religious profession two years later, on 12 August 1966. He attended De La Salle Teachers College, Waterford, where he qualified as a teacher in 1971. Subsequently, he obtained a BA degree and Higher Diploma in Education from the National University of Ireland, Cork. He taught in Cork and Killarney, where he was Principal, before returning to Cork, in 1981, to teach at Scoil Chríost Rí, Turner’s Cross. He died unexpectedly from the H1N1 ‘flu virus at the Cork University Hospital on 11 November 2009. He was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 14 November 2009. (Feheney, 2013, 185)

Nealon, Br Patrick Anthony (18791966) FPM

Patrick Nealon, son of Patrick Nealon and his wife, Margaret Kennedy, was born in Middlefield, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Kildimo Catholic church on 8 December 1879. He entered the Presentation Brothers novitiate at Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 12 January 1901. He received the religious habit, together with a new name, Brother Anthony, at Mount St Joseph on 13 July 1901. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows at Mount St Joseph on 3 August 1903. He qualified as a national teacher and taught in Killarney; Kinsale; Cork; Cobh and CarrickonShannon, where he was superior (1913-18). He spent his

retirement years in Cobh. He died at St Kevin’s Nursing Home, South Terrace, Cork, on 15 April 1966. He was buried in the community cemetery, Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 186)

Nealon, Rev Edward (1935-2012) CSSp

Edward Nealon, son of Edmund Nealon and his wife, Catherine O’Shaughnessy, was born in Middlefield, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 6 April 1935. He entered the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp) at Kilshane, Tipperary, on 8 September 1956. On completion of his clerical studies at Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12, he was ordained priest on 5 July 1964. After ordination, he joined the Spiritan Mission in the diocese of Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, ministering there for a total of 37 years. He was a member of the Land Pastoral Commission in the Matte Grosso. In 1992, he was appointed Episcopal Vicar of Sao Jao de Matiti. He died suddenly while on holiday at his home in Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 19 June 2012. He was buried in the family burial plot, Kildimo cemetery, Co. Limerick. He was a nephew of Br Patrick Anthony Nealon FPM (qv). (IR Times, 7/7/12)

Neville, Br David Aquinas (1896-1960) FPM

David Neville, son of Patrick Neville and his wife, Bridget Hayes, was born in Drominoona, Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Ballysteen Church on 5 March 1896. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, on 24 September 1910. He received the religious habit on 16 April 1911, taking the name of Brother Aquinas. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 27 April 1916. He served as a member of the formation team for some years, before his appointment, in 1935, as bursar at the Presentation Juniorate, Coláiste Muire, Douglas, Cork. He remained in this post for the rest of his life. In 1960, he went to England for medical treatment, but died during recuperation, on 9 December 1960, aged 64 years. He was interred in the cemetery at Mount St Joseph, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 187)

Neville, Br Patrick Thomas (1905-70) FPM

Patrick Neville, son of John Neville and his wife, Annie Ranahan, was born at Ballyaglish, Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Ballysteen church on 11 August 1905. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, receiving

the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Thomas, on 3 April 1923. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1925. He was then transferred to England, where, after qualification as a teacher, he taught in Orpington, Kent. Subsequently, he taught in Reading and in West Grinstead, Sussex. He died on 20 February 1970, aged 64 years. He was interred in the Presentation Brothers burial plot in the cemetery attached to the Catholic church, West Grinstead, Sussex. (Feheney, 2013, 187)

Neville, Rev Ernan (1925-2004) Dublin

Ernan Thomas Neville, son of Michael and Nelly Neville, was born in Kilfinny, Co. Limerick, on 23 July 1925. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 17 June 1951. After ordination, he served as chaplain to the Carmelite Convent and Kilternan Convalescent Home before his appointment as Assistant Priest in Ballybrack (1953-55). In 1955, he was appointed curate, successively, in Dunlavin (1955-58); Mourne Road (1958-68); Rolestown (1968-72); Baldoyle (1972-76); and Terenure (1976-82). He was then appointed Parish Priest of Kilnamanagh (1982-88) and Administrator of the University Church (1988-02). He retired in 2002 and died on 9 October 2004. He was a brother of Rev James Neville (qv) and Rev Ronald Neville. (Gaughan, 2012, 205)

Neville, Rev James (1898-1982) CSSp

James C Neville, son of James Neville and his wife, M Burke, was born at Abbeylands, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 18 December 1898. He joined the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp), making profession of vows at Kimmage Manor, Dublin, in 1923. He studied philosophy at St Mary’s College, Rathmines, and theology at Blackrock Castle, after which he was ordained priest in 1929. The following year, he went to the Vicariate of Kilimanjaro, Kenya, where he spent the rest of his long missionary career. He was to remain on in the diocese of Moshi after all other Irish confreres had left. He served for a period at the Teacher Training School in Morogoro but was to spend most of his career in parish work. He died on 24th October 1982 aged 83 years and was buried in Kenya. (Farragher, IRS, 382).

Neville, Rev Michael (1923-2001) Limerick

Michael Neville, son of Daniel Neville and Mary Josephine Carroll, was born in Old Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 19 November 1923. He studied at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 19 June, 1949. After ordination, he was seconded to the diocese of Ferns on temporary loan. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he served as curate, successively, at St Munchin’s (1950-65) and Our Lady of the Rosary (1965-75). In 1975, he was appointed Parish Priest of Holy Family (1975- 78), after which he served in the same capacity in Templeglantine (1978- 85). On recuperating from illness, he served as Administrator of Killeedy parish (1986), but, with further health problems, he resigned this post and retired to a rest home. He died at Villa Marie Nursing Home, Parteen, on 9 May 2001. He was buried in Kilmurry cemetery, Limerick. (LDA, 2015).

Neville, Rev Ronald (1933-2013) Dublin

Ronald Neville, son of Michael and Nelly Neville, was born in Kilfinny, Co. Limerick, on 25 March 1933. He was educated at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 31 May 1958. He served as chaplain at Holy Faith Convent, Celbridge (1958-60) and at Cherry Orchard Hospital (1960-61), before his appointment as army chaplain to Irish and UN forces overseas (1961-79). He was then appointed curate at Clonskeagh (1979-91) before his appointment as Parish Priest first of Rolestown (1991-99) and then of Harold’s Cross (1999-2008). He retired in 2008. He spent his last days at St Vincent’s Nursing Home, Dublin, where he died on 17 March 2013. He was buried in the cemetery attached to the Catholic Church, Rahkeale, Co. Limerick. He was a brother of Rev Ernan Neville (qv). (Gaughan, 2012, 205)

Neville, Sr Bridget Raphael (1892-1958) LSP

Bridget Neville, daughter of Thomas Neville and his wife, Mary Sheehy, was born in Ballinaguile, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 1 March 1892. She entered the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) in Dublin. She went to France to do her novitiate. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Raphael du St Sacrament. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Paris on 1 September 1914. She worked in Dijon; Le Mans; Liverpool; Cork and Waterford. With deteriorating health, she retired to the Little Sisters Home in Montenotte, Cork, where

she died on 18 January 1958. She was buried in Cork. She was one of four sisters in this congregation, including Sr Catherine Gonzague Neville qv); Sr Margaret Johanna Neville (qv) and Sr Mary Anne Neville (qv). (LSP Saint-Pern, 11/9/2014)

Neville, Sr Catherine Gonzague (1893-1975) LSP

Catherine Neville, daughter of Thomas Neville and his wife, Mary Sheehy, was born in Ballinaguile, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 24 June 1893. She entered the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) in Cork. She went to Italy to do her novitiate. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Gonzague de St Raphael. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Marino, Italy, on 24 June 1914. She worked in Valenciennes, France; Anvers, Belgium; Valenciennes, France; Carlile, UK; Dublin; Cork; Edinburgh and Liverpool. She died in Liverpool on 4 September 1975 and was buried in that city. She was one of four sisters in this congregation, including Sr Bridget Neville (qv); Sr Margaret Neville (qv) and Sr Mary St Agnes Neville (qv). (LSP Saint-Pern, 11/9/2014)

Neville, Sr Margaret Johanna (1888-1948) LSP

Margaret Neville, daughter of Thomas Neville and his wife, Mary Sheehy, was born in Ballinaguile, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 13 September 1888. She entered the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) in Cork. She went to Italy to do her novitiate. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Johanna de St Raphael. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Marino, Italy, on 8 December 1910. She worked in Paris, France, for most of her life. In 1941, her health began to deteriorate and she was moved to Rennes, France, where she died on 27 August 1949, aged 59 years. She was buried in Rennes, France. She was one of four sisters in this congregation, including Sr Bridget Raphael Neville (qv); Sr Catherine Gonzague Neville (qv) and Sr Mary Agnes Neville (qv). (LSP Saint-Pern, 11/9/2014)

Neville, Sr Mary St Agnes (1896-1970) LSP

Mary Anne Neville, daughter of Thomas Neville and his wife, Mary Sheehy, was born in Ballinaguile, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 12 June 1896. She entered the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) in Dublin. She went to Sant-Pern, France, to do her novitiate. When receiving the religious habit,

she also received a new religious name, Sister Raphael de St Agnes. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Saint-Pern on 29 June 1917. She worked in London, UK; Manchester UK; Anvers, Belgium and Brussels, Belgium. She died in Anvers, Belgium, on 20 September 1970, aged 74 years. She was buried in Anvers, Belgium. She was one of four sisters in this congregation, including Sr Bridget Raphael Neville (qv); Sr Margaret Johanna Neville (qv) and Sr Catherine Gonzague Neville (qv). (LSP Saint-Pern, 11/9/2014)

Newman, Most Rev Jeremiah (1926-95) Limerick, Bishop Jeremiah Newman, only son of Joseph and Catherine Newman, was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 31 March 1926. He was educated at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he obtained the degrees, BA, MA, BD and LTh. He was ordained priest in Maynooth in 1950. After some time as chaplain at Mary Immaculate Training College, Limerick, he did postgraduate studies at Louvain, obtaining a PhD in Sociology, followed by postdoctoral studies at the University of Oxford. In 1953, he was appointed Professor of Sociology at Maynooth and President of the College in 1968. He was the author of several learned articles and books, including The Limerick Rural Study (Muintir na Tire, 1964). He was appointed Bishop of Limerick on 7 May 1974. He was in poor health for some time before his death on 3 April, 1995. (LL, 12/12/1970)

Nolan, Rev Thomas (1837-82) Limerick

Thomas Nolan, son Thomas Nolan and his wife, Johanna Trehy, was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, in 1837. He was educated for at the Irish College, Rome, and was ordained priest on 17 March 1861. After ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Donaghmore (1861- 63), Monagea (1863-64), Croom (1864-65), Ardagh (1865-66), Rathkeale

(1866-67 and 1868-70), St Mary’s (1870-79) and Banogue (1879-80).

He became friendly with Fenian supporters and, following his alleged involvement in the Fenian Rising of 1867, he went to the USA for some years. While there, he raised a considerable amount of money for the building of the new Catholic church in Rathkeale. On his return to Ireland, he ministered for some years in Rathkeale, St Mary’s and Banogue. He

then fell into bad health, whereupon he sought and received excardination from the diocese of Limerick on 19 April 1880. He died in London on 15 October 1882. (Tobin, 2004, 77; Donovan, Tim, 2013)

Nolan, Sr Anastasia Annunciata (1922-2013) SJA

Anastasia Nolan, daughter of Richard Nolan and his wife, Alice O’Brien, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, on 2 May 1922. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparition (SJA) at Altricham, Cheshire. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Anunciata. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at Alderley Edge, Cheshire, on 26 April 1944. She then qualified as a nurse went for some time to the missions in Java. Her subsequent appointments included periods in Manchester, Oxford, Aleppo, Jerusalem and Bowden. She died in the SJA convent, Bowden, Cheshire, on 16 May 2013 and her remains were interred in the nearby cemetery. She was a sister of Srs Josephine Nolan (qv), Margaret Nolan (qv) and Elsie Nolan (qv) (SJA, St Emile 2015)

Nolan, Sr Elsie (1909-2006) FMA

Elsie Nolan, daughter of Richard Nolan and Alice O’Brien, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 12 March, 1909. She entered the novitiate of the Salesian Sisters of St John Bosco (FMA) at Battersea, London, in 1925. She completed her novitiate in Battersea, making her religious profession on 5 August, 1928. She spent virtually all of her life in England, and served in Battersea and Cowley, near Oxford. She died at Cowley on 20 October 2006 and is buried there. She was a sister of Sr Anastasia Nolan (qv), Sr Margaret Nolan (qv) and Sr Josephine Nolan (qv). (FMA 2015)

Nolan, Sr Josephine Richard (1927-2006) SJA

Josephine Nolan, daughter of Richard Nolan and his wife, Alice O’Brien, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, on 26 February 1927. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparition (SJA) at Altricham, Cheshire. She received the religious habit, together with a new name, Sister Richard, on 15 February 1942. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 15 February, 1944. She then began training as a nurse at St Joseph’s Hospital, Manchester, and qualified

as a state registered nurse. She spent several years nursing at St Joseph’s Hospital, Manchester, before her transfer to St Louis Hospital, Jerusalem, which her congregation also administered. On her retirement, she returned to England and died at Manchester on 7 June 2006. She was buried in the Southern Cemetery, Manchester, England. She was a sister of Sr Anastasia Nolan (v), Sr Elsie Nolan (qv) and Margaret Nolan (qv). (SJA, St Emilie 2010)

Nolan, Sr Margaret (1913-2007) FMA

Margaret Nolan, daughter of Richard Nolan and his wife, Alice O’Brien, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, on 18 February, 1913. She joined the Salesian Sisters of St John Bosco (FMA) in England on 31 January 1929. She made her religious profession on 5 August, 1931, at Cowley, near Oxford. She served in Farnborough, Chertsey, Cowley and Greek Street, London. During World War II, she stayed at the Salesian Convent, Fernbank, Limerick, with the novices of the congregation. After the war, she returned to England. In the second half of her life, she came back to Ireland and served in the Salesian convents in Cahircon, Co. Clare, and Terryglass, Co. Tipperary. In 2002, she returned to the Salesian Convent, Cahirdavin, Limerick, where she died on 9 February, 2007. She was buried in Mount St Oliver cemetery, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Anastasia Nolan (qv), Sr Elsie Nolan (qv) and Sr Josephine Nolan (qv). (FMA, 2009)

Noonan, Rev Denis (1897-1957) New Ulm

Denis J Noonan was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 3 August 1896. He studied for the priesthood in the USA and was ordained priest for the diocese of New Ulm, Minnesota, in June 1923. He was pastor of St Catherine of Sienna parish in Redwood Falls, MN. He died there on 12 June 1957 and was buried in Redwood Falls cemetery, MN, USA. (ancestry. com)

Noonan, Rev James (1937-2016) SPS

James Noonan, son of Timothy Noonan and his wife, Anne Sheehy, was born in Mount Trenchard, Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 26 April 1937. He joined St Patrick’s Missionary Society, Kiltegan, and was ordained priest on 22 April 1962. After ordination he was appointed to Minna, North Nigeria, where he continued to minister for 47 years. On his retirement

in 2010, he returned to Ireland and took an appointment as curate in the Shanagolden parish. He lived there until his final illness. He then returned to the Care Unit in Kiltegan, where he died on 19 January 2016. He was interred in Kiltegan, Co. Wicklow. (SPS Africa, May 2016, 10)

Noonan, Rev Patrick (1914-79) CSSp

Patrick Noonan was born in Loughan, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 11 April 1914. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation, undergoing his novitiate at Kilshane, Co. Tipperary, and making his vows on 12 September 1934. He studied theology at Kimmage and was ordained priest on 16 July 1944. His first appointment was to the post of bursar in Kilshane. In 1951, he was appointed to the missions in Kenya, where he served as a teacher at St Mary’s College, Nairobi. In 1976, ill health forced him to return to Ireland. Subsequently, he entered Tall Trees Nursing Home, Askeaton, where he died on 21 September 1979. He was interred in the cemetery attached to Rockwell College, Cashel, Co. Tipperary. (Farraghar, ISR, 388)

Noonan, Sr Margaret Annunciation (1880-1909) HFB

Margaret Mary Noonan was born in Ballinlyny, Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, on 1 January 1880. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1900. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Annunciation. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent the remainder of her life in the UK, dying on 19 March 1909, at the early age of 27 years. She was buried in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Normoyle, Rev Senan (1903-70) OCSO

Senan Normoyle, son of Michael Normoyle and his wife, Margaret O’Shaughnessy, was born in Cahara, Glin, Co. Limerick, in 1903. In 1933, he entered the Cistercian Order (OCSO) at Mount Melleray, Cappoquin, Co Waterford. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1935. He then proceeded to studies for the priesthood and was ordained priest in Mount Melleray in 1939. He held several posts of responsibility in the abbey, including those of bursar and Prior. He died in Mount Melleray in 1970 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the abbey. (OCSO, 2015)

Norris, Rev Timothy (1929-2013) Brisbane

Timothy Norris was born in Broadford, Co. Limerick, on 12 January 1929. He was ordained priest in Rome for the archdiocese of Brisbane, QLD, Australia. Though he served in Chermside and Aspley, his longest tenue was as Parish Priest of St Kevin’s, Geebung, a suburb of Brisbane. He was the author of the memoir, Golden Priest, Wooden Chalice (Brisbane, Qld). He died on 22 March 2013 and Cardinal George Pell preached the homily at his funeral. He was interred in Geebung, Brisbane, QLD. (Catholic Leader, Brisbane, 12/4/2013)

O’Brien, Rev Maurice (1845-84) Limerick

Maurice O’Brien, son of Patrick O’Brien and his wife, Ellen Hurley, was born in Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 21 September 1845. He entered St Patrick’s seminary, Maynooth, on 26 August 1863. On completion of his ecclesiastical studies, he was ordained priest in Maynooth on 11 December 1870. He served as curate in Monagea (1870-71) and in Adare (1871-79). On 4 March 1879, he retired from the parish of Adare owing to ill health and left for Australia, where he continued his ministry as a priest in the diocese of Sale. There he was assistant priest in the parish of St Kilda, outside Melbourne, until his death on 27 July 1862, at the early age of 39. He was buried in St Kilda. (Tobin, 2004, 77; Hamell, 1982, 133, #7034)

O’Brien, Rev Michael (1877-1927) Dublin

Michael O’Brien was born in Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, on 13 July, 1877. He was educated at Clonliffe College and St Patrick’s College, Maynooth. On completion of his studies, he was ordained priest at Maynooth on 23 June, 1901. Following his ordination, he served as chaplain at Carriglea Park, Dun Laoghaire. He was then appointed curate, successively, in Rahdrum (1902-06); Dundrum (1906-22) and Seville Place (1922-27). He died on 26 December, 1927, at the age of 50 years. (Gaughan, 2012, 212)

O’Brien, Rev Michael (1887-1959) Limerick

Michael O’Brien was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 11 August, 1887. He entered St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained on 23 June, 1912. After ordination,

he was appointed curate, successively, in Glenroe (1912-15), Coolcappa (1915-26), Glin (1926), Coolcappa (1926-27) and Rathkeale (1927-37). On 7 August, 1937, he was appointed Parish Priest of Mahoonagh, where he remained until his death on 28 March, 1959, at the age of 71. He was buried in the church grounds, Mahoonagh, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 78)

O’Brien, Rev Patrick (c1800-78) Killaloe

Patrick O’Brien was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, about 1800. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, in 1819 and, on completion of his studies, was ordained priest in 1824. Following ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Newmarket-on-Fergus; Kilmurry (1840-45); Mullagh (1845-46) and Clonrush (1846-54). In 1854, he was appointed Parish Priest of Doonbeg (1854-1860). He died on 20 May, 1878. (Hamell, I, 133; Tobin, 2004, 78)

O’Brien, Sr Anna Berchmans (1879-1952) HFB

Anna O’Brien was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 30 April 1879. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1898. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Berchmans. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life teaching in schools of her congregation in the UK. She died on 2 August 1952 and was buried in Crossgates, Leeds, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Brien, Sr Catherine Nolasco (1857-1927) CSC

Catherine O’Brien, daughter of Denis O’Brien and his wife, Catherine Lyons, was born in Carheeny, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 9 October, 1857. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Cross CSC), Notre Dame, Indiana. She received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Nolasco, on 3 January, 1874. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 15 August, 1878. She qualified as a certificated teacher and served in the following Holy Cross schools: Sacred Heart Academy, Ogden, UT; St Joseph’s School, Eureka, UT; St Catherine’s Normal School, Baltimore, MD; St Mary’s School, Anderson, IN; St Patrick’s School, South Bend, IN; St Charles’ School, Crawfordsville, IN; Sacred Heart Academy, Fort

Waine, IN; St Ann’s Orphanage, Salt Lake City, UT; St Michael’s School, Plymouth, IN; St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, IN. She died at St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, IN, on 1 April, 1927, aged 69 years, and was buried in Our Lay of Peace cemetery, attached to St Mary’s. She was an aunt of Sr Margaret O’Brien (qv). (CHC JF, 2010)

O’Brien, Sr Elizabeth Edward (1882-1962) HFB

Elizabeth O’Brien was born in Glin, Co. Limerick, on 31 May 1882. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 8 December 1902. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Edward. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life teaching in different schools of her congregation in the UK. She died on 27 July 1962 and was buried in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Brien, Sr Elizabeth Sebastian (1915-2011) HFB

Elizabeth O’Brien was born in Fleanmore, Glin, Co. Limerick, on 13 December 1915. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 29 January 1934. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Sebastian. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in various schools of her congregation. She died on 24 November 2011 and was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Brien, Sr Ellen Carmel (1875-1957) HFB

Ellen O’Brien was born in Fleanmore, Glin, Co. Limerick, on 13 November 1875. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 2 January 1897. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Carmel. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She worked as a teacher in schools of her congregation in the UK. She died on 22 October 1957 and was buried in the UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Brien, Sr Helen (1938-98) FMA

Helen (Eileen) O’Brien, daughter of Denis O’Brien and his wife, Bridget Reidy, was born in Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick, on 14 July, 1938. She entered the Salesian Sisters (FMA) early in 1957, receiving the religious habit on 5 August, 1957. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 5 August, 1959. She completed her teacher training at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick, and taught for several years in the Salesian Primary School, Fernbank, Limerick. She also served on the staff at Salesian Convent, Cahircon, Co. Clare. She died on 6 November, 1998, aged 60 years. She was interred in the family burial plot, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick. (FMA, 2010)

O’Brien, Sr Margaret Carmel (1884-1973) CSC

Margaret Mary O’Brien, daughter of Michael O’Brien and his wife, Mairead Kennedy, was born in Ballyculhane, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 27 July, 1884, and baptised in Kildimo Catholic church on 30 July, 1884. On 16 July, 1903, she joined the Sisters of the Holy Cross at Notre Dame, Indiana. She received the habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Carmel, on 15 August, 1904. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 15 August, 1906. She qualified as a teacher and taught in several Holy Cross schools, including Morris, IL; Woodland CA; Salt Lake City, UT; New York City, NY; San Francisco, CA; South Bend, IN; Beverley Hills, CA, where, at one time, she had some of Bing Crosby’s children in her class. She spent the later years of her retirement in Notre Dame, IN, where she died on 2 May, 1973, aged 90 years. She was interred in Our Lady of Peace cemetery, Notre Dame, IN. An aunt, Sr Catherine O’Brien (qv), a niece and two first cousins of Sr Margaret also joined the same congregation. (CHC JF, 2010)

O’Brien, Sr Sarah Sebastian (1874-1953) HFB

Sarah O’Brien was born in Fleanmore, Glin, Co. Limerick, on 22 August 1874. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 22 January 1896. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Sebastian. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. In 1903, she went to Sri Lanka, where she worked in schools of her congregation for some years.

She died there on 2 May 1953 and was buried in Jaffna, Sri Lanka. She was probably a sister of Sr Ellen O’Brien (HFB) also of Fleanmore, Glin. (HFB CM, 4/12/14; 21/8/15)

O’Callaghan, Br Lawrence Salvator (1881-1918) FPM

Lawrence O’Callaghan, son of Lawrence O’Callaghan and his wife, Mary Dunworth, was born in Glanduff, Ashford, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Ashford Catholic church on 30 April 1881. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, on 8 September 1898. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Salvator, on 13 March 1899. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 8 February 1902. He qualified as a teacher and taught at Enniskillen and Letterkenny. On 17 July 1918, during his summer vacation in Bundoran, Co. Donegal, he drowned, while bringing a fellow bather to safety. He was 37 years of age. His remains were interred in Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh. (Feheney, 2015, 192)

O’Callaghan, Rev John (1896-1963) Brisbane

John O’Callaghan was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1896. He was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Little is now known about him, but his death is listed as occurring on 26 May 1963, in Brisbane, QLD. (NLI, Census 1911; Aus Cath Dict; Brisbane archdioc, 2015).

O’Callaghan, Rev Patrick (c1896-1981) Limerick

Patrick O’Callaghan was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, about 1896. He was ordained priest in St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 19 June 1921. Following ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Ardagh (1922-24); Athea (1924-26); St Patrick’s (1926-30) and Shanagolden (1930-40). In 1940, he was appointed diocesan secretary, a position he held until his retirement in 1974. He died in Milford Hospice, Limerick, on 6 August 1981. (LDA, 26/2/16)

O’Callaghan, Rev Thomas (1898-1967) Brisbane

Thomas O’Callaghan was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1898. He was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Brisbane, Queensland. He ministered there until his death on 22 December 1967 in Brisbane, QLD. (NLI, 1911 Census; Aus Cath Dictionary; Brisbane archdioc, 2015)

O’Carroll, Rev Michael (1911-2004) CSSp

Michael John O’Carroll was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 11 June 1911. He entered the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation, and, on completing his novitiate at Kimmage, Dublin, made profession of vows on 1 September 1929. He was sent to Fribourgh, Switzerland, to study theology, in which he obtained a doctorate (DD). He was ordained priest on 25 July 1937. In 1929, he was appointed to teach at Blackrock College, where he subsequently became Dean and editor of the College Annual. He published several books. St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, awarded him an Honorary Doctorate in Divinity in 1995, to mark his contribution to ecumenism in Ireland. He died at Blackrock Clinic, Dublin, on 12 January 2004, and was interred in the Spiritan burial plot, Shanganagh Cemetery, Dublin 18. He was a brother of Rev Patrick O’Carroll CSSp (qv). (Farragher, ISR, 398)

O’Carroll, Rev Patrick (1907-67) CSSp

Patrick O’Carroll was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 3 December 1909. He joined the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation at Blackrock College, Dublin and made his religious profession in 1926. On completion of his theological studies, he was ordained priest in 1934. He completed his doctoral studies at the Gregorian university, Rome, and was awarded a DD degree. He held several posts of responsibility, including Provincial. In 1956, he was appointed to teach at Duquesne University PA. His health then began to decline and he died on 26 October 1967, aged 59 years. He was buried in Hemet Cemetery, California, USA. He was a brother of Rev Michael O’Carroll CSSp (qv). (Farragher, IRS, 397).

O’Connell, Br Edward (1918-2000) CFC

Edward O’Connell was born in Mahoonagh, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 8 October 1918. On completion of his secondary schooling, he joined the Christian Brothers (CFC) in Dublin. He attended the Marino Teacher

Training College, where he qualified as a Primary Teacher. He spent the rest of his working life in the classroom. He was interested in local history and contributed articles to the Castlemahon Parish Journal. He spent his later years in St Patrick’s, Baldoyle, where he died on 27 February 2000. He was interred in Baldoyle, Dublin. (CFC Necrologies, 13/6/16)

O’Connell, Rev Cornelius (1910-95) SSC

Con O’Connell, son of Timothy O’Connell and his wife, Catherine Broderick, was born in Cahirlane, Abbeyfeale, in 1910. He joined the Society of St Columban (SSC) at Dalgan Park, Co. Meath, in 1929. On completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained priest in 1935. He then joined the Maynooth Mission to China in 1935. He studied the Chinese language and ministered in Nanchang, capital of the Jiangxi province. Forced to leave China by the Communists in 1951, he spent the next 40 years ministering in Zambales in the Philippines. He returned to Ireland in 1991 and died in Dalgan Park, Navan, Co. Meath, on 21 March 1995. He was buried in the cemetery attached to the SSC College, Dalgan Park. (SSC, 25/9/14).

O’Connell, Rev Denis (1925-2012) OMI

Denis O’Connell, son of Denis O’Connell and his wife, Mary O’Donnell, was born in Clash, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 11 June 1925. He entered the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) on 28 September 1944 and pronounced his First Vows on 29 September 1945. He then went on to complete his priestly studies and was ordained priest on 24 June 1951. He ministered in Rhos-on-Sea; Sacred Heart and St Aubin, Jersey. One of his last appointments was at St Matthew’s, Jersey, Channel Islands. He died at St James Hospital, Dublin, on 26 March 2012 and was interred in the OMI burial plot, Inchicore, Dublin. (OMI, 8/6/16)

O’Connell, Rev James (1908-47) Goulburn

James O’Connell was born in Meenakilly, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1908. He studied for the priesthood at Propaganda College, Rome, where he was ordained for the diocese of Goulburn, Australia, in 1935. He came to Australia after ordination and ministered in Queenbevan, Crookwell,

West Wyalong and Grenfell, NSW. He then fell ill and, on recuperation, transferred to Queensland. He died in Ayr, QLD, on 7 July 1947 and was interred there. (Goulburn Ev Post, 7/7/1947)

O’Connell, Rev Michael (1911-94) Rockhampton

Michael O’Connell, son of Michael O’Connell and his wife, Ellen Hartnett, was born in Port, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 13 November 1911. He attended St Peter’s Seminary, Wexford, where he completed his studies and was ordained priest for the diocese of Rockhampton, QLD, Australia, on 13 June 1937. His assignments in the diocese of Rockhampton included: Alpha; Sarina; Capricorn Coast; Springsure; Rockhampton North and Walkerston. He died at the Mater Hospital, Bundaberg QLD, on 13 January 1994 and his remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery, Bundaberg, QLD. (Rockhampton, 21/10/14)

O’Connell, Rev Patrick (1893-1964) SMA

Patrick Joseph O’Connell, son of Joseph O’Connell and his wife Anna Fitzgibbon, was born in Kilmurry, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 2 November 1893. He entered the SMA senior scholasticate in 1914 and became a member of the SMA congregation on 15 November 1916. On completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained priest in Cork on 29 June 1919. He was then assigned to the SMA mission in Lokoja, Nigeria, in January 1920, remaining there until 1942. He then returned to Ireland where he worked for the SMA congregation in Wilton, Cork; Kilcolgan, Galway and Nottingham UK. He died in Boston, Lincolnshire UK, on 19 June 1964 and was buried in the local cemetery there. (SMA, 7/11/14)

O’Connell, Rev Patrick (1896-1982) CSsR

Patrick O’Connell was born in North Quay, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 30 December 1896. He joined the Redemptorist (CSsR) congregation and made his religious profession on 8 September 1917. On completion of his clerical studies, he was ordained priest on 24 September 1922. In 1925 he joined the Redemptorist mission in the Philippines, ministering first in Opon, now Lapulapu City. Subsequently, he worked in Panay, Lloilo and Cebu. During the years of World War II, he carried on his ministry despite

the Japanese occupation. His last twelve years were spent in Dumaguete, where he died from a heart attack on 12 December 1982. He was buried in Dumaguete, Philippines. (CSSR, 2/11/15)

O’Connell, Sr Kathleen Annunciata (1911-93) HFB

Kathleen O’Connell, daughter of Patrick and Catherine O’Connell, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 10 July 1911. She became a student nurse in Cork City, but, before completing her nursing course, she joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) in England. She completed her nursing course and then went to South Africa to work in one of her congregation’s hospitals, where she eventually became matron. She continued her ministry in South Africa until her death on 5 September 1993. Her remains were interred in South Africa. (HFB CM 21/8/15)

O’Connell, Sr Mary Wilfrid (1890-1976) HFB

Mary Teresa O’Connell was born in Kilmurry, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 12 January 1890. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 19 April 1911. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Wilfrid. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her religious life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 12 October 1976 and was buried in Liscard, Merseyside, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Connor, Br James Arcadius (1877-1950) FSC

James O’Connor was born at Highmount, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, in 1877. He entered the De La Salles Brothers (FSC) at Castletown, Co. Laois. When receiving the religious habit in 1897, he received a new religious name, Brother Arcadius of Mary. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1899, after which he qualified as a teacher at De La Salle Teacher Training College, Waterford. He taught in several FSC schools in Ireland, including Kilkenny, Bagenalstown, Newtown (Waterford), Castlebar, Dublin, Kildare and Wicklow. He died in Castletown on 23 April 1950, aged 73 years, and was buried in the cemetery attached to FSC house at Castletown, Co. Laois. He was a brother of Rev Philip O’Connor CSSp (FSC, 5/1/15)

O’Connor, Br John Luke (1875-1913) FPM

John O’Connor, son of Denis O’Connor and his wife, Mary Collins, was born in the family home, Lower Kilconlea, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the local parish church on 4 April 1875. He entered the Presentation Brothers at Mount St Joseph, Cork, on 8 September 1894. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Luke, on 16 April 1895. On completion of his novitiate, he made his religious profession on 21 April 1897. He qualified as a National teacher and taught in Cork and Cobh. In 1910, he was appointed superior of the Cobh community, but before the end of his term, he began to feel unwell. He died on 28 May 1913, at the early age of 38 years. He was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 201)

O’Connor, Rev David (1926-2013) CSSp

David O’Connor, son of John O’Connor and his wife, Brigid Hynes, was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 12 September 1926. He joined the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp) in 1945. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1946. He studied at UCD, after which he completed his theological studies at Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12, and was ordained priest in July 1954. He then left for the Spiritan Missions in Nigeria. Subsequently, he ministered in Malawi. In his later years, he returned to Ireland and lived at Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12. His last months were spent at Marian House, Dublin, where he died on 30 November 2013. He was buried in the Spiritan burial plot, Dardistown Cemetery, Dublin 18. (CSSp, 30/10/14)

O’Connor, Rev Francis (1921-97) Mobile

Francis O’Connor was born Main Street, Foynes, Co. Limerick, on 3 September 1921. He entered St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest for the diocese of Mobile, AL, on 21 June 1946. He ministered in several parishes in the diocese, including St Joan of Arc Parish, Mobile; St Martin, Troy; St Margaret, Bayou La Batre. In 1960, he joined the Society of St James Apostle and worked for eight years in Peru. In 1968, he returned to Mobile and served there until his death on 17 November 1997. He was appointed

a Monsignor in 1975. He became a skilled HAM radio operator and used this facility in his ministry. He was buried in Mobile, AL, USA. (Mobile, 28/10/14)

O’Connor, Rev Hugh (1893-1972) Limerick

Hugh O’Connor, son of Edmund O’Connor and his wife, Maria Butler, was born in Adare, Co. Limerick, and baptised at his local church on

9 April, 1893. He entered St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he completed his seminary training and was ordained priest on 17 June, 1917. After ordination, he went on loan to the archdiocese of Liverpool for two years. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Banogue, Templeglantine, Croagh, St Mary’s, Rathkeale, and Kilmallock. On 5 June, 1940, he was appointed Parish Priest of Knockaderry/Cloncagh. On 20 September, 1946, he was transferred from there to Drumcollogher/ Broadford, where he remained until his death on 25 March, 1972. He was buried in the church grounds, Drumcollogher. He was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral chapter on 26 December, 1962, and was nominated archdeacon in October, 1970. (Tobin, 2004, 80)

O’Connor, Rev Jeremiah (1868-1927) Limerick

Jeremiah O’Connor was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the parish church on 9 January 1868. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 1 September, 1887, and, on completion of his studies, he was ordained priest on 24 June, 1891. Following ordination, he went on loan to the archdiocese of Westminster, where he ministered for four years (1891-95). On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in St John’s (1895-1901) and St Michael’s (1901-08). In 1908, he was appointed Administrator of St Michael’s (1908- 17) before his appointment as Parish Priest of St Mary’s (1917-27). He died on 14 October, 1927, at the age of 59 years. (Tobin, 2004, 80)

O’Connor, Rev John (1835-1919) Sydney

John O’Connor was born in Island Boy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1835. He was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Sydney in 1875. He

ministered as Parish Priest of Smithfield, NSW, for some 24 years. He died at Haberfield, NSW, on 20 October 1919. (The Week, Brisbane, 24/10/1919)

O’Connor, Rev John (c1863-1923) Limerick

John O’Connor was born in Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, about 1863. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained for the diocese of Limerick in St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 26 July, 1884. Following ordination, he was sent on loan to Westminster archdiocese, London, for four years. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Glenroe (1888-92); St Munchin’s (1892); St Mary’s (1892-96); Effin (1898-04) and Ardagh (1904). In 1904, his health seriously declined and he was withdrawn from ministry. He was then hospitalised in Belmont Park Nursing Home, Waterford, where he remained until his death on 2 January, 1923, aged 60 years. He was buried in Belmont Park, Waterford. (Tobin, 2004, 80-81).

O’Connor, Rev John (1916-76) CSSp

John C O’Connor was born in Cratloe East, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 10 December, 1916. He entered the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp), making profession of vows in 1937. He was ordained priest and was appointed to the Vicariate of Zanzibar in 1947. He taught at Mangu High School, Nairobi, until ill-health forced him to return to Ireland in 1964. Despite ongoing ill-health, he did some teaching in Rockwell and Templeogue Colleges. His final appointment was as chaplain to the Christian Brothers’ novitiate in Baldoyle, Dublin. He died suddenly on 11 June, 1976, aged 59 years. He was interred in the Spiritan cemetery at Kimmage, Dublin 12. (Farragher, ISR, 401)

O’Connor, Rev Michael (1924-2000) Limerick

Michael O’Connor, a native of Ballygiltinan, Glin, Co. Limerick, was born on 22 February, 1924. He entered St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 20 June, 1948. He served as curate in Athea (1948), St John’s Limerick (1956), Knockaderry (1961), Ardagh (1962) and Newcastle West (1968). In 1976, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cratloe, before being transferred to Askeaton-Ballysteen in the same capacity in 1985. He was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in

1991 and retired on 14 September, 1997. He died on 9 November, 2000, and was interred is buried in the grounds of St Mary’s Catholic church, Askeaton. (Feheney, 2007, 89)

O’Connor, Rev Morgan (d.1977) Canberra & Goulburn

Morgan O’Connor was born in Island Boy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn, Australian Capital Territories (ACT). He served as Pastor in Tamut, Moruya, Young, Yarralumla and Canberra. He died on 28 March 1977 and was buried in Australia. (Aust Cath Dic; Australian Electoral Rolls)

O’Connor, Rev Philip (1890-1960) CSSp

Philip O’Connor was born at Highmount, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 6 July 1889. He joined the Spiritan congregation (CSSp), doing his novitiate training in Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12, followed by a degree at UCD. He studied theology in France, after which he was ordained priest in 1919. He then left for the CSSp mission in Nigeria and ministered in Onitsha and Owerri dioceses. Following a deterioration in health, he returned to Ireland in 1951, after which he was appointed superior in Kilshane. Subsequently, he was appointed Spiritual Director of students in Kimmage. He continued in this post until his death on 19 April 1960, at the age of 69 years. He was uncle to Rev David and Rev Liam O’Connor CSSp. (Farragher, ISR, 406)

O’Connor, Rev Sean (1931-71) Mobile

Sean O’Connor, son of John O’Connor and his wife, Bridget Hynes, was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 8 December 1931. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Carlow, where he completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Mobile, Alabama, on 10 June 1956. For the next 15 years, he ministered in various parishes in Alabama, but died suddenly on 10 December 1971, at the age of 40. He was buried in Alabama. He was a brother of Rev David O’Connor CSSp (qv) and of Rev Liam O’Connor CSSp (qv). (Mobile, 2015)

O’Connor, Rev Thomas (1879-1939) SMA

Thomas O’Connor, son of Michael O’Connor and his wife, Margaret Houlihan, was born in Highmount, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 1 March

1879. He joined the Society of African Missions (SMA). He studied at the SMA College in Lyons, France, and was ordained priest on 14 July 1905. After ordination, he ministered in Egypt. In 1909, he went to the diocese of Rockhampton, where, after other assignments, he became first parish priest of Ingham, North Queensland, in 1913. He seems to have ministered there until 1938. Subsequently, he ministered in Lourdes (1938- 1939) and may have died there. Rockhampton archives, however, list his death in Colombo, Sri Lanka. There is agreement, however, that he died on 12 March 1939. (SMA, 611/14; Rockhampton 1/11/14)

O’Connor, Rev William (1925-86) CSSp

William (Liam) O’Connor was born on 24 February 1925, in Ahadagh, Feenagh, Co. Limerick. He joined the Spiritan Congregation, making profession of vows in 1944. he studied at Kimmage Manor and University College, Dublin, and was ordained priest in 1952. The following year, he was assigned to the Vicariate of Zanzibar, where he served at Makupa and Giriama. Subsequently, he was director of St Anthony’s station at Malinda. After a period in hospital, he recuperated in Dublin. He returned to service in East Africa, and was appointed to Holy Ghost Cathedral, Mombasa. Suffering from heart trouble, he had to have surgery in London in 1979. He returned to East Africa once more but he never regained his health and died 13 November, 1986, aged 61 years. (Farragher; ISR, 409)

O’Connor, Sr Alice Alacoque (1924-1999) LCM

Alice O’Connor, daughter of John O’Connor, was born in Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 24 June 1924. She joined the Little Company of Mary (LCM) congregation at Milford House, Limerick, on 15 August 1943. When receiving the religious habit on 28 April 1944, she also received a new religious name, Sister Alacoque. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 27 April 1946. She qualified as a nurse and spent several years nursing at St John’s Hospital, Limerick. Subsequently, she went to Port Elizabeth, South Africa, and she later worked in Zimbabwe at St Anne’s Hospital, Harare. On her return to Ireland, she worked on the Pastoral Care team at St John’s Hospital, Limerick. In 1996, she was assigned to Milford House Hospice, where she ministered until her own

death at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, on 22 March 1999. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Milford House, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Germana O’Connor RSM (qv). (LCM CK, 21/1/15)

O’Connor, Sr Anna Maria Vianney (d.1996) PBVM

Anna Maria O’Connor was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. She joined the Presentation Sisters, South West Province. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Vianney. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and spent most of her life in the classroom. She died on 6 September 1996. (PBVM, BOL)

O’Connor, Sr Anne Patricia (1911-2011) RBS

Anne O’Connor was born in Groegeen, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1911. She entered the Bon Secour Sisters (RBS), Cork. When she received the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patricia. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a nurse and spent the remainder of her life nursing in the Bon Secours Hopital, Cork. She died in Cork on 20 December 2011 and was interred in the Bon Secour burial plot, St Oliver’s Cemetery, Model Farm Road, Cork. (RBS, 2015)

O’Connor, Sr Brigid Mary Biga (1901-79) SMG

Brigid O’Connor was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 14 March 1901. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Maryfield Convent, Roehampton, London SE12, on 8 February 1928. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Biga, later that year. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1930. She qualified as a teacher and taught in Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork, and Roehampton, London. She died on 15 January 1979 and her remains were interred Streatham Vale, London, UK. (SMG, JO’R, 6/9/15)

O’Connor, Sr Brigid Theophane (1919-89) HFB

Brigid O’Connor was born in Duxtown, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 4 December 1919. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 19 January 1937. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister

Theophane. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in various schools of her congregation. She died on 9 November 1989 and was buried in the UK. She was a sister of Sr Helen Bosco O’Connor (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Connor, Sr Catherine de Lourdes (1914-2002) HFB

Catherine O’Connor was born in Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, on 3 January 1914. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 30 January 1933. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Marie de Lourdes. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in various schools of her congregation. She died on 25 December 2002 at the age of

87. She was buried in Wrexham, Wales. (HFB CM, 4/12/15)

O’Connor, Sr Elizabeth Ita (1879-1964) RSC

Elizabeth O’Connor, daughter of Terence O’Connor and his wife, Mary Reidy, was born in Ashford, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 24 October 1879. She qualified as a teacher at Mary Immaculate Teacher Training College and taught in Crossmaglen, Co. Armagh, for some years before entering the Religious Sisters of Charity (RSC) at Mount St Anne’s, Milltown, Dublin, on 14 April 1909. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Ita, on 14 October 1909. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in October 1911. In the course of her religious life, she held several posts of responsibility, including, principal at King’s Inn School, Dublin; superior at St Joseph’s Convent, Mountjoy Street, Convent of the Assumption, Gardiner Street and St Agnes Convent, Crumlin. She became President of the Conference of Convent Primary Schools, a post which she retained until her illness in 1961. She died on 17 May 1964. (JM, 2015)

O’Connor, Sr Hannah Cyprian (1910-95) HFB

Hannah O’Connor was born in Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, on 8 September 1910. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 29 January 1936. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Cyprian. At

the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent most of her life ministering in different parts of the UK. She died on 5 September 1995 and was buried in Liscard, Merseyside, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Connor, Sr Hannah Vianney (1939-70) RSM

Hannah O’Connor, daughter of Edmund O’Connor and his wife, Mary Curtin, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 10 July 1939. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Limerick on 8 September 1957. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Vianney. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 10 July 1960. Having volunteered for South Africa, she worked in that country until her early death on 21 February 1970. She was buried in South Africa. (RSM Int, MKD 6/10/15)

O’Connor, Sr Helen Bosco (1916-2006) HFB

Helen O’Connor was born in Duxtown, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 26 November 1916. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 19 November 1934. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bosco. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She worked in Ireland and in the UK. She died on 28 February 2006 and was buried in the HFB burial plot, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland. She was a sister of Sr Brigid Theophane O’Connor (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Connor, Sr Ita (1912-95) SJC

Ita O’Connor was born in Ballinruane, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, in November 1912. She was educated at Ramsgate Domestic Science College in Waterford. She then entered the Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny (SJC) at Gallen Priory, Firbane, Co. Offaly. Following her religious profession, she went to Scotland and worked at St Joseph’s Convent, Kildonan, Ayrshire. Subsequently she was transferred to Stranraer, south-west Scotland. When her health deteriorated, she came to the SJC Nursing Home, Woodlock, Portlaw, Co. Waterford, where she died on 17 July 1995. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Woodlock. (SJC BM, 2015)

O’Connor, Sr Margaret Germana (1920-2009) RSM

Margaret O’Connor, daughter of John O’Connor and his wife, Nora Fitzgerald, was born in Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 25 November 1920. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at All Hallow’s Convent, Brisbane, Queensland, on 11 January 1937. When receiving the religious habit on 17 December 1937, she also received a new religious name, Sister Germana. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 21 December 1939. She spent her entire life ministering in Queensland, dying in Brisbane on 4 November 2009. She was buried in Nudgee, Brisbane QLD, Australia. She was a sister of Sr Alice Alacoque O’Connor (qv). (RSM Int, MKD 6/10/15)

O’Connor, Sr Mary Bernadette (1903-75) HFB

Mary O’Connor was born in Glin, Co. Limerick, on 17 February 1903. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 27 January 1927. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bernadette. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the rest of her life in the UK, teaching in various schools of her congregation. She died on 6 July 1975 and was buried in Eastbourne, E Sussex, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Connor, Sr Mary Mercedes (1924-2013) RSM

Mary Teresa O’Connor, daughter of Michael O’Connor and his wife, Catherine Walsh, was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, on 7 November 1924. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), at Abeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 21 November 1939. When receiving the religious habit on 21 November 1940, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Mercedes. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 March 1943. She spent the first part of her life in the Convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, while involved in domestic and catering duties. Subsequently, he lived at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, and at Mount St Vincent, Limerick. She died at Catherine McAuley Nursing Home, Limerick, on 12 September 2013. She was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. She was a sister of Sr Rosarie O’Connor (qv). (RSM SC, AB 10/1/15)

O’Connor, Sr Mary Michael (1914-90) RSM

Mary Margaret O’Connor was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 September 1914. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Dundee, Scotland, on 18 November 1934. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Michael, on 17 April 1935. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 5 May 1937. She spent the remainder of her life in Scotland, dying on 19 August 1990. She was buried in Balgay Cemetery, Dundee, Scotland. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15)

O’Connor, Sr Maura Ambrose (1928-2000) SCJM

Maura O’Connor, daughter of John O’Connor and his wife, Margaret Whelan, was born in Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 14 April, 1928. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM). On receiving the habit in 1948, she was given the name, Sister Ambrose. She made her religious profession on 12 March, 1951, and then went on to train as a teacher at Selly Park Teacher Training College, Birmingham. She taught in several schools of her congregation in England, including Holly Mount, Bury, Lancs. She was superior in the Convent at Willian, Letchworth, Herts. and at Bideford, Devon. She retired to Moore Abbey, Monasterevan, where she died on 17 March, 2000. She was buried in the convent cemetery, Moore Abbey, Co. Kildare. (SCJM ER, 2010).

O’Connor, Sr Peg (1923-2001) SCSP

Peg O’Connor was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, on 25 April 1923. She entered the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) in Selly Park, Birmingham, UK. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 17 September 1941. She then qualified as a teacher at Selly Park Teacher Training College. Subsequently, she taught in Liverpool and Birmingham. She died on 5 October 2001, at the age of 78 years. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Selly Park Convent, Birmingham, UK. (TA, 125, 47)

O’Connor, Sr Teresa Immaculata (1933-2014) HFB

Teresa Kathleen O’Connor, daughter of John O’Connor and his wife, Bridget Hynes, was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 2 October 1933. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 26 July 1951. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Immaculata. She qualified as a

teacher and became principal of St Mary’s Grammar School, Magherafelt, Co. Derrry (1975-1995). She died at the Holy Family Convent, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, on 1 February 2014. She was buried in St Conleth’s cemetery, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Donnell, Br Daniel Albinus (1905-89) FPM

Daniel O’Donnell, son of Patrick O’Donnell and his wife, Ellen Curtin, was born in Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, on 18 March 1905, He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, on 10 September 1921. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Albinus, on 29 June 1922. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 29 June 1924. He qualified as a teacher at De La Salle Teacher Training College and taught in several Presentation Brothers’ primary schools, including Carrick-on-Shannon, Letterkenny, and Birr and Killarney. He also held several positions of responsibility, including principal, superior, provincial and Congregational Leader. He spent his retirement years at Mount St Joseph and Coláiste Muire, Douglas. He died at St Patrick’s Hospital, Cork, on 3 July 1989 and was interred in the cemetery at Mount St Joseph, Cork. He was a brother of Hugh Thaddeus O’Donnell (qv) and Francis Columba O’Donnell (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 211)

O’Donnell, Br Francis Columba (1908-83) FPM

Francis O’Donnell, son of Patrick O’Donnell and his wife, Ellen Curtin, was born in Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, on 20 January 1908. He joined the Presentation Brothers, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Columba, on 25 October 1924. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 26 November 1926. He spent some years as bursar at Mount St Joseph, where he was also superior and assistant Master of Novices. He also served as bursar and superior at St Teresa’s College, Passage West, Co. Cork. He spent his later years at Coláiste Therése, Cork. He died at Bon Secours Hospital, Cork, on 9 April 1983 and was interred in the cemetery at Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. He was a brother of Brothers Hugh Thaddeus O’Donnell (qv) and Daniel Albinus O’Donnell (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 212)

O’Donnell, Br Hugh Thaddeus (1901-80) FPM

Hugh O’Donnell, son of Patrick O’Donnell and his wife, Ellen Curtin, was born in Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 23 December 1901. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, on 15 May, 1919. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Thaddeus, on 26 December 1919. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 26 December 1921. He attended De La Salle Teacher Training College, Waterford, where he qualified as a National teacher. He taught in Carrick-on-Shannon, Cork and Cobh. He was superior and principal several times. He died in the Bon Secours Hospital, Cobh, on 25 September 1980. He was interred in the cemetery at Mount St Joseph, Cork. He was a brother of Daniel Albinus O’Donnell (qv) and Patrick Columba O’Donnell (qv). (Feheney, 2013, 213)

O’Donnell, Br Michael Athanasius (1881-1960) FSC

Michael O’Donnell, son of Patrick O’Donnell and his wife, Margaret Reidy, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 22 September 1881. He entered the De La Salle Brothers (FSC) Castletown, Co. Laois, on 28 June 1895. On 8 September 1897, he received the habit of the De La Salle Brothers, together with a new religious name, Brother Athanasius. In 1901, he entered De La Salle Teacher Training College, Waterford, and qualified as a teacher in 1893. He then taught in Belfast, Bradford, Liverpool, and Cardiff. He attended the University of Cambridge and was awarded the degree D Litt. He died on 24 December 1960. He was a brother of Br Patrick O’Donnell FSC (qv) (FSC, 2015)

O’Donnell, Br Patrick Bechan (1870-1939) FSC

Patrick O’Donnell, son of Patrick O’Donnell and his wife, Margaret Reidy, was born Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 11 December 1870. He joined the De La Salle Brother, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Berchan, in Paris on 12 April 1887. He made profession of vows on 5 August 1889. He entered De La Salle Teacher Training College, Waterford, in 1890 and qualified as a teacher in 1892. He taught in Downpatrick, Castletown, Waterford, Sheffield, Manchester, St Helen’s, Cardiff and Sheffield. A life-long student, he was awarded the degree DLitt in his mature years. He died on 12 February 1939 in

Castletown, Co. Laois, and his remains were interred in the cemetery attached to the college. He was a brother of Br Michael O’Donnell FSC (qv) (FSC, 2015).

O’Donnell, Br Timothy Leonard (1873-1931) FPM

Timothy O’Donnell, son of Michael and Catherine O’Donnell, was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 27 August 1873. He entered the novitiate of the Presentation Brothers, Cork, on 2 August 1890. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Leonard, on 28 August 1991. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 28 August 1893. He taught in several schools in Ireland and England, including, Killarney; St Vincent’s School, Dartford; Milltown; St Joseph’s, Greenmount, Cork; Chadwick Memorial Industrial School, Carlile and St Joseph’s Orphanage, Orpington. In 1929, he was appointed to the Province Leadership team. He continued in this post until his death on 3 December 1931. He was interred in the Presentation Brothers burial plot, St Joseph’s, Orpington, Kent. (Feheney, 2013, 214)

O’Donnell, Rev John J (1901-37) Limerick

John O’Donnell was born in Abbeyfeale Hill, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1901. He was ordained priest in St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, for the diocese of Limerick in 1925. His ministry, however, was short-lived, since he died in 1937. He was a brother of Rev William O’Donnell (qv). (LDA, 2015)

O’Donnell, Rev Martin (1916-86) Limerick

Martin O’Donnell, son of Patrick and Catherine O’Donnell, was born in Ahawilk, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1916. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick in 1942. He ministered for many years at St Joseph’s, Limerick, before his appointment as Parish Priest of St Paul’s, Dooradoyle. In 1979, he became Parish Priest of Killeedy, where he died in 1986. He is buried in the church grounds, Killeedy, Co. Limerick (LDA, 2015)

O’Donnell, Rev Patrick (1849-99) Limerick

Patrick O’Donnell was born in Templeglantine, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the parish church on 1 April 1849. He studied for the priesthood and

was ordained priest at St John’ Cathedral, Limerick, on 10 August 1873. Following ordination, he served for two years in the diocese of Clogher, Co. Tyrone. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in St Patrick’s (1875-76); Banogue (1876-77); Ballingarry (1877); Tournafulla (1877-78); Ardpatrick (1878-81); Bulgaden (1881-

82) ; Ardpatrick (1882-83); Ardagh (1883-84) and Feenagh (1884-89). He

died in Feenagh on 6 May 1889. (Tobin, 2004, 83)

O’Donnell, Rev William (1896-1977) Los Angeles

Rev William O’Donnell was born in Abbeyfeale Hill, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 19 June 1896. He was ordained for the archdiocese of Los Angeles, CA. His ministry included Pastor at St Sebastian’s Parish, West Los Angeles and, subsequently, at St Emydius and Lynwood. He had the distinction of being Pastor of Mother of Sorrows Parish, Los Angeles for 31 years. He died on 9 December 1977 and was interred in Culver City, Los Angeles, CA. In his later years, he was appointed a Domestic Prelate with the title of Monsignor. He was a brother of Rev John O’Donnell (qv). (ancestry.com)

O’Donnell, Sr Brigid Martha (1869-1908) RSM

Brigid O’Donnell, daughter of John O’Donnell and his wife, Margaret Galbally, was born in Barna, Monagea, Co. Limerick, on 1 January 1869. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Paramatta, New South Wales, Australia, on 1 May 1897. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Martha. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent the remainder of her life in New South Wales, dying in Ryde, a suburb of Sydney, on 30 May 1908, at the early age of 39 years. She was buried in Ryde, NSW. (INSCCA 1838-1918)

O’Donnell, Sr Carmel (1903-81) LCM

Carmel O’Donnell, daughter of John and Mary O’Donnell, was born in Abbeyfeale Hill, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 March 1903. She entered the Little Company of Mary (LCM) at Milford House, Limerick, on 25 March 1926. She received the religious habit on 9 October 1926. She qualified as a nurse and spent most of her working life in Calvary Hospital, Galway. She died on 14 June 1981 and was buried in Galway. (LCM CK, 2/9/14)

O’Donnell, Sr Catherine Thomas (1864-1935) RSM

Catherine O’Donnell, daughter of Thomas O’Donnell and his wife, Margaret McCarthy, was born in Adare, Co. Limerick, on 13 August 1864. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, on 17 March 1884. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Thomas. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent her entire life in Australia, dying in Bathurst on 14 January 1935. She was buried in Bathurst, NSW. (INSCCA 1838-1918).

O’Donnell, Sr Elizabeth Gertrude (1906-86) RSM

Elizabeth (Lily) O’Donnell, daughter of Patrick O’Donnell and his wife, Ellen Curtin, was born in Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, on 21 June 1906. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Clonakilty, Co. Cork, on 28 July 1925. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Gertrude, on 28 February 1926. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 22 March 1928. She lived her entire life in Clonakilty, her duties at various times including teaching, Bursar, Assistant Superior and Mistress of Novices. During her final illness, she was cared for at the Bon Secours Hospital, Cork, where she died on 29 January 1986. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Clonakilty, Co. Cork. She was a sister of Sr Patrick PBVM (qv), Sr Columban RBS (qv), as well as of Brothers Albinus (qv), Thaddeus (qv) and Columba (qv), all Presentation Brothers. (RSM SP, DL 18/3/15)

O’Donnell, Sr Helen Columban (1910-92) RBS

Helen Teresa O’Donnell, daughter of Patrick O’Donnell and his wife, Ellen Curtin, was born in Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, on 23 May 1910. She entered the Bon Secours Sisters (RBS) in Cork on 14 August 1929. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Mary Columban, on 24 May 1930. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Paris on 3 June 1932. She trained as a nurse and worked at the Bon Secours Home, Cork, from 1936 to 1947. She was then transferred to the Bon Secours Hospital, Tralee, where she worked until 1950. She returned to Cork in 1950 and continued nursing until her retirement in 1968. She died in the Bon Secours Infirmary, Cork, on 14 January 1992 and was buried in the Bon Secours burial plot at St Finbarr’s

Cemetery, Cork. She was a sister of Srs Patrick PBVM (qv) and Elizabeth Gertrude O’Donnel RSM (qv), as well as of Brothers Albinus (qv), Thaddeus (qv) and Columba O’Donnell (qv), all Presentation Brothers. (RBS EMcA, 19/3/15,)

O’Donnell, Sr Margaret Patrick (1904-1994) PBVM

Margaret O’Donnell, daughter of Patrick O’Donnell and his wife, Ellen Curtin, was born in Mountcollins, Co. Limerick, in 1904. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) at Douglas Street, Cork, in 1923. When receiving the religious habit in 1924, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patrick. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at the South Presentation Convent, Cork, in 1926. She qualified as a teacher and taught at the South Presentation National School for the rest of her life. She specialised in teaching infants. She died on 11 August 1994 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the South Presentation Convent, Douglas Street, Cork. She was a sister of Srs Elizabeth Gertrude O’Donnell RSM (qv) and of Sr Helen Columban O’Donnell RBS (qv), as well as of Brs Daniel Albinus (qv), Hugh Thaddeus (qv) and Patrick Columba O’Donnell (qv). (PBVM BOL, 2015)

O’Donnell, Sr Mary Kevin (1905-41) RSM

Mary O’Donnell, daughter of Michael O’Donnell and his wife, Catherine O’Dwyer, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, about 1905. She was educated at the Courtney National School, Newcastle West, before entering the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Maries of the Isle, Cork, on 19 June 1925. When receiving the religious habit on 20 December 1925, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Kevin. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 20 December 1927. She then began teaching in the infant school, St Maries of the Isle. She made her final profession on 20 December. Unfortunately, she fell into poor health and died on 14 October 1941 while a patient in the Mercy Home, Cork. She was buried in the Sisters of Mercy burial plot, St Finbarr’s Cemetery, Glasheen, Cork. (RSM SP, DL 9/3/15)

O’Donoghue, Rev James (1921-99) Wrexham

James O’Donoghue, son of Thomas and Mary O’Donoghue, was born in Convent Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 8 April 1921. Initially, he

joined the Garda Siochana and served with distinction before discerning his vocation to the priesthood. He then completed his clerical studies at the Beda Institute, Rome, and was ordained priest on 17 March 1956. He ministered in the diocese of Wrexham, Wales, UK, and died on 25 May 1999. There is a memorial plaque to him in the cemetery attached to the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. In his later years, he was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter of the diocese of Wrexham. (Wrexham, 10/9//15)

O’Donoghue, Rev Thomas (1901-81) Duluth

Thomas O’Donoghue was born in Meenahela, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 19 January 1901. He attended All Hallows Seminary, where he was ordained on 21 June 1925, for the diocese of Duluth, MN, USA. He served in several parishes before his appointment as pastor of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, Buhl. Subsequently, he was Pastor of St Joseph’s, Duluth Heights, before returning a second time to Buhl. He died at St Louis, Duluth, MN, on 7 Decemberr 1981 and was interred in Calvary Cemetery, Duluth, MN, USA. (ancestry.com)

O’Donoghue, Sr Anne (1901-38) CDP

Anne O’Donoghue, daughter of Patrick O’Donoghue and his wife, Margaret Walsh, was born in Granard, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, in 1901. She joined the Congregation of Divine Providence (CDP), Melbourne, Kentucky, USA. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She lived the remainder of her life in the USA, dying in 1938, the young age of 37 years. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Divine Providence Convent, Melbourne, Kentucky, USA. (JMF research)

O’Donoghue, Sr Josephine Ita (1911-88) NDSC

Josephine O’Donoghue, daughter of Patrick O’Donoghue and Elizabeth Collins, was born in Clounreask, Askeaton, and baptised in St Mary’s Church, Askeaton, in 1911. She joined the Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Coeur Sisters (NDSC) at Hoegaarden, Belgium. This Congregation does not have foundations in Ireland. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ita. She spent all of her religious life in Belgium and died at the Sacré-Coeur Hospice, Nivelles, Belgium, on 22 November, 1988. She is buried in Nivelles, Belgium. (JMF research)

O’Donoghue, Sr Katie Barbara (1884-1957) SMG

Catherine (Katie) O’Donoghue was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 12 April 1884. She joined the Poor Servants of the Mother of God (SMG) at Maryfield, Roehampton SW15, London, on 18 June 1908. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Barbara. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1910. In the course of her work, she lived at Roehampton and Brentford. She died on 7 December 1957 and was buried in the SMG burial plot at Hounslow, Middlesex, UK. (SMG JO’R 6/9/15)

O’Donovan, Rev William (1917-2014) OMI

William O’Donovan, son of Michael O’Donovan and his wife, Catherine Hanrahan, was born in Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, on 13 November 1917. He joined the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) at Cahirmoyle, Ardagh, in September 1935. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 8 September 1936. He was ordained priest on 29 June 1941. His assignments included Kilburn, London; Crewe, Cheshire; Blaenau Ffestiniog, Wales; Inchicore, Dublin, and Knock, Co. Mayo. He died at the OMI Retreat House, Inchicore, Dublin on 27 February 2014 and was interred at the Shrine of Our Lady, Knock, Co. Mayo. (OMI, Ang, 3/8/16)

O’Farrell, Sr Brigid Good Counsel (1915-78) RGS

Brigid O’Farrell, daughter of Michael O’Farrell and his wife, Mary Agnes Quinn, was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 18 September 1915. She joined the Sisters of Good Shepherd (RGS), Limerick, in 1934. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Good Counsel. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 25 November 1936. She served in Limerick and Waterford, her duties including teaching and community ministries. She died in the Good Shepherd Convent, Waterford, on 17 December 1978, and was buried in the Good Shepherd Cemetery, Hennessy’s Road, Waterford. (RGS NG, 18/8/14)

O’Gorman, Rev Jeremiah (1871-1916) Limerick

Jeremiah O’Gorman was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1871. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, in September 1879, and, on completing his ecclesiastical studies, was ordained priest on

20 June, 1886. Following ordination, he ministered for one year (1887- 88) in Black Bog, Diocese of Clogher. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Ballyagran (1888-90); Kilfinane (1890-92); Donaghmore (1892-96); Newcastle West (1896);

Bruree (1896-97); Patrickswell (1897-1914) and Manister (1914-16). He died while curate in Manister on 22 December, 1916, at the age of 55. He was interred in the church grounds, Manister, Co. Limerick. (Hamell, II, 141; Tobin, 2004, 86)

O’Gorman, Rev William (1942-2014) Limerick

William O’Gorman, son of Denis O’Gorman and his wife, Catherine O’Connor, was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 12 November 1942. He was ordained priest at St Patrick’s College, Carlow on 11 June 1966. Following ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Dromin/ Athlacca, Ardagh/ Carrigkerry, Adare and Fedamore. In 1996, he was appointed Parish Priest of Tournafulla/ Mountcollins and over the years became a much-loved and esteemed personality in the parish. He died suddenly, from a brain haemorhage in Limerick University Hospital on 23 August 2014. His remains were cremated. (LDA, 2015)

O’Gorman, Sr Hanora Regis (1873-1946) RSM

Hanora O’Gorman, daughter of William O’Gorman and his wife, Hanora Curtin, was born in Ballyquirk, Monagea, Co. Limerick, in 1873. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 2 February 1902. When receiving the religious habit on 25 August 1894, she also received a new religious name, Sister Francis Regis. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Limerick on 6 October 1896. She spent most of her life at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, dying there on 7 March 1946. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Norrie Aloysius O’Gorman RSM (qv). (RSM SC, AB 23/2/16)

O’Gorman, Sr Julia Ita (1944-2012) RSM

Julia O’Gorman, daughter of Denis O’Gorman and his wife, Margaret O’Connor, was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 12 May 1944. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Cork on 24 September 1962. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name,

Sister Ita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 22 July 1965. She qualified as a teacher at Carysfort College, Dublin, after which she taught in Mayfield, Cork, before being seconded to the diocese of Cork for youth ministry. Subsequently, she worked in ministry of Christian formation and for women with special needs. Her last ministry was the direction of Lorg Dé, a centre for prayer and mindfulness. In her final months, she was cared for at Marymount Hospice, Cork, where she died on 6 April 2012. She was interred in the RSM burial plot at St James’ Cemetery, Cork. (RSM SP, DL 29/2/16)

O’Gorman, Sr Mary Bertrand (1884-1977) HFB

Mary O’Gorman was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 29 November 1884. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 8 September 1906. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bertrand. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her religious life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She died on 7 December 1977 and was buried in Sicklinghall, North Yorks., UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

O’Gorman, Sr Norrie Aloysius (1870-1951) RSM

Nora (Norrie) O’Gorman, daughter of William O’Gorman and his wife, Hanora Curtin, was born in Ballyquirk, Monagea, Co. Limerick, in 1870. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Kinsale, Co. Cork, on 1 October 1898. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Aloysius. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 23 April 1901. She was a specialist in embroidery and lace work. She died in Kinsale on 14 March 1951 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Hanora Francis Regis O’Gorman RSM (qv). (RSM SP, DL 11/3/16)

O’Grady, Rev Martin (1898-1976) Limerick

Martin O’Grady. son of John and Nora O’Grady, was born in Main Street, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, in 1899. He was ordained priest in Maynooth Seminary in June 1923. Following ordination, he went on loan to the diocese of Southwark, UK, for three years. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he served as curate, successively, in Bruree (1926-34); Shanagolden (1934-

38); Manister (1938-40) and Newcastle West (1940-48). In 1948, he was appointed Parish Priest, successively, of Fedamore (1948-63) and Adare (1963-76). He died at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, on 3 February 1976. He was a brother of Rev William O’Grady (qv). (LDA, 26/2/16)

O’Grady, Rev William (1900-74) Limerick

William O’Grady, son of John and Nora O’Grady, was born in Main Street, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, in 1900. He was ordained priest at the Irish College, Paris, on 7 June 1922. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, at Croagh (1928-30); Bulagaden (1930- 32) and St John’s (1932-48). In 1948, he was appointed Administrator at St John’s (1948-55). In 1955, he was appointed Parish Priest of Kilfinane (1955-64). He was transferred to St Munchin’s in 1964 and to Our Lady of the Rosary in 1965. He died in the Limerick Regional Hospital on 24 June 1974. He was a brother of Rev Martin O’Grady (qv). (LDA, 26/2/16)

O’Grady, Sr Kathleen Hilda (1914-92) OP

Kathleen O’Grady was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 6 June 1914. She joined the Dominican Sisters of St Catherine of Sienna (OP) of Newcastle, Natal, SA, on 1 September 1930. When receiving the religious habit at Villa Rosa, Rome in 1931, she also received a new religious name, Sister Hilda. She made her final vows on 30 June 1935. In 1933, she went to South Africa and was assigned to teach at St Dominic’s Academy, Newcastle, Natal. Subsequently, she taught in other Dominican schools in Natal and Transvaal. She also held the appointment of Novice Mistress. She suffered a heart attack on 4 March 1992, whereupon she was admitted to hospital. She died there on 11 March 1992 and her remains were interred in the convent cemetery at Boksburg, Gauteng, SA. (OP Newcastle Natal, Anniversary List)

O’Keeffe, Sr Martha (1918-66) LCM

Martha O’Keeffe, daughter of John and Johanna O’Keeffe, was born in Appletown, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 11 November 1918. She was educated at the Convent of Mercy, Newcastle West. She entered the Little Company of Mary (LCM) on 24 September 1934. She received the religious habit on 26 April 1935, and, on completion of her novitiate, made profession of vows on 26 April 1937. She trained as a nurse at St John’s

Hospital, Limerick, after which she qualified as a radiologist. She went to South Africa in the late 1940s and worked as a nurse and radiologist. She also worked in hospitals in Zimbabwe. She was killed in an automobile accident in Pretoria, South Africa, on 10 December 1966. She was Interred in that city. (LCM CK, 2/9/14)

O’Kennedy, Rev Richard (1850-1925) Limerick

Richard O’Kennedy was born in Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish church on 17 April, 1850. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained in St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick, on 1 November, 1873. Following ordination, he was sent on loan to the diocese of Clogher, Northern Ireland, where he served as assistant priest for four years (1873- 1877). On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Ballingarry, Feenagh/ Kilmeedy, Mungret/ Crecora, St Munchin’s and Patrickswell/Ballybrown. On 23 August, 1893, he was appointed Parish Priest of Fedamore, where he remained until his death on 26 March, 1925. He was interred in the church grounds, Fedamore, Co. Limerick. In 1912, he was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter. (Tobin, 2004, 89).

O’Mahoney, Sr Johanna Mary (1907-72) IBVM

Johanna Angela O’Mahoney, daughter of Daniel O’Mahoney and his wife, Johanna Curtin, was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, and baptised in her parish church on 17 February 1907. She entered Loreto Abbey(IBVM), Rathfarnham, Co. Dublin, on 15 September 1926. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary of the Angels. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 28 May 1929. She then she studied at UCD, where she obtained her BA degree in 1932. She also received her Certificate de Cours Moyen through Alliance Francais in 1930. She taught French and Latin at secondary level in IBVM schools in Gorey and Enniscorthy, but was somewhat hampered by increasing deafness. She also acted as infirmarian and sacristan. Subsequently, she moved to Loreto Boarding School, at Torc Waterfall in Killarney, where she died on 5 December 1972. She was buried in Killarney, Co. Kerry. (IBVM AMcH, 2015)

O’Mahony, Rev Bernard (1856-1900) Limerick

Bernard O’Mahony was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 29 June, 1856. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 20 September, 1873, and, on completion of his studies, was ordained at St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 29 June, 1881. After ordination, he went on loan to Dromore in the diocese of Clogher and seemed to have had a mental breakdown. He entered Monaghan Lunatic Asylum, but was removed from there by his friends and provided with accommodation at All Hallows College, Dublin. Subsequently, he served as curate in Kileedy (1887-89) and Tournafulla (1889) before immigrating to the USA. He was subsequently Assistant priest at St Patrick’s, Havana, Mason County, IL, USA. He died there in 1900 and was interred in St Mary’s Cemetery, Keithsburgh, IL, USA. (Tobin, 2004, 90; ancestry.com)

O’Mahony, Sr Eily Magdalen (1880-1961) HFB

Eily O’Mahony, daughter of John O’Mahony and his wife Catherine Hartnett, was born in Killeedy on 15 April 1880. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB), in Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1900. When receiving the religious habit, she received a new name, Sister Magdalen. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1903. She then trained as a teacher and taught at Mount St Mary’s Leeds, UK. In 1936, she was transferred to Newbridge, where she continued teaching until 1955, when she retired to Sicklinghall, Weatherby, North Yorks. She died there on 20 January 1961, and was buried in the cemetery near the HFB convent in Sicklinghall, N Yorks. UK. She was a sister of Sr Mary Aidan O’Mahony (qv) (HFB CM, 2015)

O’Mahony, Sr Mary Aidan (1878-1963) HFB

Mary Josephine O’Mahony, daughter of John O’Mahony and his wife, Catherine Hartnett, was born in Killeedy on 17 March 1879. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 15 July 1898. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Aidan. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 August 1903. She qualified as a teacher at the Teacher Training College, Leeds, and taught at the Catholic School, English Martyrs Parish, Tower Hill, London, becoming Superior in 1940. In 1946, she was appointed Superior at Mount St Mary’s, Leeds. In

1955, she was transferred to Ramsgate, Kent, where she taught until her retirement. She died on 5 November 1963 in Ramsgate, Kent, UK, where she was also buried. She was a sister of Sr Eily Magdalen O’Mahony (qv). (HFB CM, 2015)

O’Malley, Sr Ellen Agnes (1873-1921) RSM

Ellen O’Malley, daughter of Charles O’Malley and his wife, Brigid McCarthy, was born in Stokesfield, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 29 September 1873. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Perth, WA, on 27 April 1896. When receiving the religious habit on 12 December 1896, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Agnes. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at Bunbury, WA, on 6 May 1899. She was elected superior of the RSM community in Bunbury in 1919 and continued to reside there for the remainder of her life. She died at Dardanup, WA, on 24 April 1921, at the early age of 47. She was interred in the Old Cemetery, Bunbury, WA. (RSM Int, MKD 2/10/15)

O’Neill, Br Martin Basil (1910-85) FSC

Martin O’Neill, son of Timothy O’Neill and his wife, Ellen McNamara, was born in Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, on 31 July 1910. He joined the De La Salle Brothers (FSC) at Castletown, Co. Laois. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new religious name, Brother Basil Ambrose. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows, before qualifying as a teacher. He then attended UCD, where he obtained a degree. In the course of a long life in the classroom, his assignments included: Ardee, Kildare, Faithlegg, Castlebar, Waterford, Ballyfermot and Beneavin, Dublin. He retired in 1976. He died on 10 Septembeer 1985 and was buried in the cemetery attached to De La Salle College, Castletown, Co. Laois. (FSC, 2/9/14)

O’Neill, Fr William (1915-99) CSSp

William O’Neill was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 8 January 1915. He entered the Spiritan novitiate in Kilshane, Co. Tipperary, and made profession of vows in 1934. He completed his studies and was ordained priest in 1942. The following year, he was appointed to the Vicariate of Zanzibar. There he fulfilled many duties, including pastoral work in Kilumgu and Waa, teaching in Nairobi, and fund raising

in the USA. When his health deteriorated, he returned to Ireland and as assistant editor of the Missionary Annals. In 1975, he was transferred to the West Coast of the USA, where he ministered in St Cecilia’s parish in San Francisco, St Brigid’s Parish, San Francisco, St Bartholomew in San Mateo and St Raphael in San Raphael. In 1996, he returned to Kimmage, Dublin, where he died on 30 July 1999. He was buried in the Spiritan burial plot in Dardistown Cemetery, Santry, Co. Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 434)

O’Neill, Sr Christina (1931-95) CSJP

Christina O’Neill, daughter of Michael O’Neill and his wife, Catherine O’Brien, was born in Kilmacat, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, in December, 1931. In 1948, she entered the Sisters of St Joseph of Peace (CSJP) in England. On completion of her novitiate training in Nottingham, she made profession of vows. She then qualified as a teacher at La Sainte Union Teacher Training College, Southampton, after which she taught at St Augustine’s School, Nottingham. After a year, she was transferred to Doncaster, and, two years later, joined the staff of St Wilfred School, Featherstone, Staffordshire. In the early 1970s, she studied theology and religious studies at Corpus Christi College, London. Between 1974 and 1976, she did further study at the Catholic University of Washington DC, where she obtained a degree in theology. She then joined the staff of the College of Education at Hull. After a year, she moved to Dublin to become Director of the Pax Christi, Ireland. In 1983, she underwent surgery and radio-therapy, but, while in remission, continued her ministry. In 1988, she joined the Cornerstone ecumenical community in Belfast and continued her work with Pax Christi. In 1994, deteriorating health forced her to return to England, where she died on 8 June 1995. She was interred in Grimsby, Humberside, UK. (JMF research, 2014)

O’Regan, Sr Kathleen Elizabeth (1899-1989) PBVM

Kathleen O’Regan was born in Ballintubber, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 9 August 1899. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) and went to their convent in Fargo, North Dakota, USA. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Elizabeth. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 January 1921. She qualified

as a teacher and spent most of her life in the classroom, specialising in the teaching of music. She died on 23 January 1989, and was buried in Holy Cross Cemetery, Fargo, North Dakota, USA. (PBVM, BOL)

O’Regan, Sr Mary Patricia (1909-99) FI

Mary O’Regan, daughter of John O’Regan and his wife, Margaret Hogan, was born in Ballygulleen, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, on 12 December, 1909. Both parents died while she was young and she was raised by her mother’s family, the Hogans of Monagea. In 1929, she joined the Daughters of Jesus congregation (Filiae Jesus or FI) and did her novitiate in Kermaria-Sulard, Brittany, France. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patricia. On her return to England, she qualified as a teacher at La Sainte Union Teacher Training College, Southampton. She taught in St Stephen’s School, Welling, before becoming Principal at St Monica’s, Rickmansworth. Subsequently, she spent time at Colne, Lancashire, and Greenisland, Carrigfergus. She died on 1 September, 1999, and her remains were interred in Prospect cemetery, Carrigfergus, Co. Antrim. (ftbttb, 288).

O’Riordan, Rev Michael (1856-1919) Limerick

Michael O’Riordan was born in Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 18 December 1856. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest in Rome on 9 April, 1882. Following his ordination, he was sent on loan to the Archdiocese of Westminster, London, where he ministered for four years (1883-87). He then spent a further two years in the Irish College, Rome (1887-89), after which he was appointed to teach at the diocesan College, St Munchin’s (1889-95). After some years as curate in St Michael’s (1885- 05), he returned to the Irish College in Rome as Rector (1905-19). He died in Rome on 27 August, 1919, aged 62 years. (Tobin, 2004, 92)

O’Riordan, Sr Eileen Benedict (1914-93) RSM

Eileen O’Riordan, daughter of Cornelius O’Riordan and his wife, Catherine Galvin, was born in Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 24 February 1914. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Belturbet, Co. Cavan, on 16 July 1931. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Benedict. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 2 June 1934. She was appointed to the

posts of bursar and Mistress of Novices. She also spent some time at the Mercy Convent, Ballinamona, Co. Leitrim. She died on 20 April 1993 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Belturbet, Co. Cavan (RSM NP, EK 11/11/14).

O’Rourke, Rev Patrick Joseph (1924-2003) SJ

Patrick Joseph O’Rourke, son of Patrick O’Rourke and his wife, Catherine Walsh, was born in Ardlahan, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 22 May, 1924. He entered the Society of Jesus (SJ) on 7 September, 1942. After graduating from UCD, he went to Hong Kong, where he mastered Contonese and taught in the Wah Yan Jesuit College. In 1953, he returned to Ireland, completed his theology course and was ordained priest on 31 July, 1956. In 1959, he returned to Wah Yan College, Hong Kong, where he spent the rest of his life. In his later years, he was responsible for the supervision of the chapel and sacristy and he was found dead, kneeling before the altar, in the community chapel, on 17 December, 2003. He was interred in the Jesuit cemetery in Hong Kong. (SJ archives, 2009)

O’Rourke, Rev Thomas (c1906-85) Los Angeles

Thomas O’Rourke was born in Clash, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, about 1906. He entered the Order of Discalced Carmelits (ODC) and was ordained priest. While working in Los Angeles, he opted to leave the Carmelites and work as a priest of the archdiocese of Los Angeles. He died 10 June 1985 and was interred in his native Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. (PBVM, CC, 2016).

O’Rourke, Rev Vincent (1906-34) CSSp

Vincent O’Rourke was born in The Square, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1906. He entered the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp) and made profession of vows in 1925. He secured a BA degree in 1929 and an HDipEd in 1930. Ordained in 1934, he was appointed to St Mary’s College, Port of Spain, Trinidad. At his own request, he was transferred to Nigeria, but, soon afterwards, he damaged his heart muscles and, after an illness of two months, died on 5 November, 1934, aged 28 years. He was interred in Dean’s Grange cemetery Blackrock, Co. Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 440)

O’Rourke, Sr Bridget Josephine (1883-1964) SHCJ

Bridget Ellen O’Rourke, daughter of James O’Rourke and Catherine Collins, was born in Ardlahan, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Kildimo church on 10 July, 1883. She entered the Society of the Holy Child Jesus (SHCJ), receiving the habit on 1 March, 1902, and taking the religious name of Sister Josephine. She completed her novitiate in Holy Child Convent, Mayfield, Sussex, and made profession of her vows on 1 March, 1904. She spent the early years of her life in Leyton Hill, Blackpool, before her transfer to Mayfield. Subsequently, she served in Preston and Harrowgate. She died at Holy Child Convent, Layton Hill, Blackpool, on 9 December, 1964. She was buried in the Holy Child plot in Layton Cemetery, Lancs. She was a sister of Sr Catherine Barbara O’Rourke (qv), of Sr Mary Gerard O’Rourke (qv) and a cousin of Sr Mary Sabina Staff (qv). (SHCJ UK, 2009)

O’Rourke, Sr Catherine Barbara (1884-1956) SHCJ

Catherine O’Rourke, daughter of James O’Rourke and Catherine Collins, was born in Ardlahan, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 14 December 1884, and baptised the same day. She entered the Holy Child congregation (SHCJ) in England. She received the religious habit on 8 December, 1904, together a new religious name, Sister Barbara. On completion of her novitiate in Mayfield, Sussex, she made her religious profession on 12 January, 1907. She then volunteered to go to the USA, where she spent the remainder of her life. Initially, she was stationed in Sharon PA and Waukegan IL. In September, 1919, she was transferred to Portland, Oregon, where she served for many years. Her final months were spent at the convent infirmary, in Sharon, Pennsylvania, where she died on 16 November, 1956. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Josephine O’Rourke (qv) and of Sr Mary Gerard O’Rourke (qv). (CHCJ UK, 2009)

O’Rourke, Sr Mary Gerard (1886-1960) RSM

Mary O’Rourke, daughter of James O’Rourke and Catherine Collins, was born in Ardlahan, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 21 June 1886. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. After a period of postulancy, she receiving the habit, and the religious name, Sister Gerard, on 4 November 1907. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 3 December 1910. She worked at St Mary’s Convent,

Limerick, and at Mount St Vincent, where she cared for children for many years. She also supervised catering arrangements in both institutions. She died at Mount St Vincent, O’Connell Avenue, Limerick, on 5 February 1960, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Catherine Barbara O’Rourke (qv) and of Sr Bridget Josephine O’Rourke (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2009)

O’Rourke, Sr Teresa (1925-2006) DC

Theresa O’Rourke, daughter of Patrick O’Rourke and his wife, Catherine Walsh, was born in Ardlahan, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 30 June, 1925. She entered the Daughters of Charity (DC), receiving the religious habit on 19 February, 1947, and made her religious profession in 1950. She studied nursing and obtained her qualification as State Registered Nurse (SRN) at St Charles’ Hospital, Exmoor Street, London. Initially, she worked with children in Cabra, Dublin, subsequently, joining the English province, where she held the post of superior in several houses of her congregation. She worked in Liverpool, Birmingham, Rosewell, London, Deptford, Ethiopia, Cairo and Somalia. She spent her later years in London, where she died on 16 November 2006, aged 81 years. She was interred in Warley, Brentwood, Essex. (DC, 2010)

O’Shaughnessy, Br Patrick Malachy (1908-2006) FPM

Patrick O’Shaughnessy, son of John O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Helena Sheehy, was born in Ballyan, Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, on 30 December 1908. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, receiving the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Malachy, in 1927. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows at Mount St Joseph on 2 January 1929. He taught in Cork and Orpington before taking up a post at the South Monastery School, Cork, for seven years (1929-36), followed by three years (1936-39) at St Joseph’s, Orpington. He was then transferred to Presentation College, Bray, where he remained for the remainder of his teaching life. In 2000, he was transferred to Killarney, where he died, after a short illness, on 24 February 2006. He was interred in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 232)

O’Shaughnessy, Rev John (1845-1924) Limerick

John O’Shaughnessy was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 25 August, 1845. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, and, on completion of his studies, was ordained priest on 7 August, 1870. He was appointed curate in Loughill (1870-72) before being appointed a teacher at St Munchin’s College, Limerick (1872-78). In 1878, he was appointed curate in St Michael’s (1872-78), before his appointment as Parish Priest of Clouncagh/ Knockaderry (1878-24). He was nominated a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in 1918. He died on 15 April, 1924, and was buried in the Church grounds, Knockaderry, Co. Limerick. (Feheney, 1996, 77; Tobin, 2004, 92).

O’Shaughnessy, Rev Michael (1923-2013) San Antonio

Michael O’Shaughnessy, son of John O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Margaret Walsh, was born in Lismakeera, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 30 October 1923. On completion of his ecclesiastical studies in St John’s Seminary, San Antonio, TX, he was ordained for the archdiocese of San Antonio, on 27 May 1950. In the course of his ministry, he served in San Antonio, Shiner, Moulton, Schulenburg, Vanderbilt, Yoakum and Victoria. He was nominated a Monsignor in 2001. He retired in 2007 to live in Victoria TX, but returned to Ireland in 2012. He died at Abbot Close Nursing Home, Akeaton, on 2 March 2013 and was interred in the family burial plot in Lismakeera, Askeaton, Co. Limerick. (Victoria Advocate, TX, USA, 9/3/2013)

O’Shaughnessy, Rev Terence (1852-1933) Goulburn

Terence O’Shaughnessy was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 17 December 1852. He studied in St Patrick’s College, Maynooth (1873-1880) and was ordained priest for the diocese of Goulburn at Maynooth on 26 July 1880. In the diocese of Goulburn, he ministered in Albury (1880-81); St Patrick’s College, Goulburn (1881-86); Boorowa (1887-91); Corowa (1891-97); Gunning (1897-1910); Cootamundra (1910-22). He retired in 1922 and died at the Sacred Heart Hospital, North Sydney, NSW, on 18 June 1933. He was buried in the sanctuary of the Sacred Heart Church, Cootamondra, NSW. He was an uncle of Rev Terence Mullins (qv) and Rev Thomas Mullins (qv). (C&G archives, 14/11/14)

O’Shaughnessy, Sr Bridget Emelita (1883-1970) CSC

Bridget O’Shaughnessy, daughter of Patrick O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Bridget Drew, was born in Morenane, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 23 February 1883. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Holy Cross (CSC), Notre Dame, IN, USA, in 1907. She received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Emelita, on 10 December 1907. On completion of her novitiate at St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, she made her religious profession on 10 December 1909. She was then assigned to Sacred Heart Academy, Ogden, UH, where she acted as infirmarian. In 1939, she was transferred to St Mary of the Wasatch, Salt Lake City, UH, where she continued to act as infirmarian and sacristan until her retirement in 1969. In 1969, she returned to St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, IN, where she died on 17 March, 1970, aged 87. She was buried in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Notre Dame, IN. She was a sister of Sr Elizabeth O’Shaughnessy (qv), Sr Cathleen O’Shaughnessy (qv), and Mary O’Shaughnessy (qv). (CHC JF, 2010)

O’Shaughnessy, Sr Catherine (1871-1954) FCJ

Catherine O’Shaughnessy, daughter of Thomas O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Mary Moynihan, was born in Flean, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, in 1871. She joined the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) in Laurel Hill Convent, Limerick, in 1896. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Laurel Hill in 1900. She was then transferred to FCJ Convent, Bruff, where she served for the rest of her life. She died in Bruff, Co. Limerick, in 1954 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the FCJ convent. (FCJ MP, 2015)

O’Shaughnessy, Sr Elizabeth Paschaline (1881-1951) CSC Elizabeth O’Shaughnessy, daughter of Patrick O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Bridget Drew, was born in Morenane, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 22 June, 1881. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Holy Cross (CSC), Notre Dame, IN, USA, in 1905. She received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Paschaline, on 8 December, 1905. On completion of her novitiate at St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, she made her religious profession on 8 December, 1907. After profession, she supervised domestic arrangements in several CSC institutions, including Notre Dame, Holy Cross Hospital, Salt Lake City, UH, and Western Provincial House of the

Holy Cross Sisters, Ogden, UH. She died in Ogden on 5 June, 1951. She was buried in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Salt Lake City, UH. She was a sister of Sr Bridget O’Shaughnessy (qv), Sr Cathleen O’Shaughnessy (qv), and Mary O’Shaughnessy (qv). (CHC JF, 2010)

O’Shaughnessy, Sr Ellen Anthony (1870-1955) RGS

Ellen O’Shaughnessy, daughter of Denis O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Anna Potter, was born in Ballylyn, Coolcappagh, Co. Limerick, on 31 May 1870. She joined the Good Shepherd Sisters (RGS), Limerick, in 1890. When receiving the religious habit, she also receiving a new religious name, Sister Anthony. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1893. She made her final profession on 28 November 1896. She spent most of her life in the caring services of the Good Shepherd Convent, Limerick. She died in Good Shepherd Convent, Limerick, on 24 July 1955, and was buried in the Good Shepherd burial plot, St Oliver’s cemetery, Limerick. (RGS NG, 18/8/14)

O’Shaughnessy, Sr Ellen Berchmans (1864-1932) RSM

Ellen O’Shaughnessy, daughter of John O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Mary Kennedy, was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 1 May 1864. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, on 22 May 1884. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Berchmans. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent her entire life in Australia, dying at Goulburn, NSW, on 22 October 1932. She was an aunt of Sr Magdalen O’Shaughnessy RSM. (INSCCA 1838-1918)

O’Shaughnessy, Sr Kathleen Angela (1887-1983) RSM

Kathleen O’Shaughnessy, daughter of Patrick O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Bridget Drew, was born in Morenane, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 13 August 1887. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 25 March 1909. She received the habit on 16 October 1909, taking Sister Angela as her religious name. She was appointed superior on more than one occasion. She spent some time at Mount St Vincent, O’Connell Avenue, Limerick, but, in her later years, returned to St Mary’s Convent, where she died on 14 December 1983. She was

buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent. She was a sister of Sr Bridget O’Shaughnessy (qv), Sr Elizabeth O’Shaughnessy (qv), and Mary O’Shaughnessy (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2015)

O’Shaughnessy, Sr Margaret Brigid (1920-2011) PBVM Margaret (Peggy) O’Shaughnessy, daughter of William O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Mary McCarthy, was born in Bolane, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 5 August 1920. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) at South Kirkby, Yorkshire, in March 1938. When receiving the religious habit in March 1939, she also received a new religious name, Sister Brigid. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1941. Most of her life was spent in two convents, first the Presentation Novitiate, Castleconnell, Co. Limerick, and later Presentation Convent, Matlock, Derbyshire. Her last weeks were spent in Chesterfield Hospital, Derbyshire, where she died on 13 August 2011, at the age of 91 years. She was interred in the cemetery attached to Presentation Convent, Matlock, Derbyshire, UK. (PBVM, SR, 13/11/14)

O’Shaughnessy, Sr Mary Cathaldus (1884-1973) CSC

Mary O’Shaughnessy, daughter of Patrick O’Shaughnessy and his wife, Bridget Drew, was born in Morenane, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, on 24 February, 1884. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Holy Cross (CSC), Notre Dame, IN, USA, in 1909. She received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Cathaldus, on 6 August, 1909. On completion of her novitiate at St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, she made her religious profession on 15 August, 1911. She 1924, she was assigned to St Alphonsus’ Hospital, Boise, ID and from 1925 to 1934, she worked at St John’s Hospital, Anderson, IN. Subsequently, she worked at several hospitals operated by the Holy Cross Sisters, including, Jacksonville, IL (1934-1938); Fresno, CA (1939-1954); Ogden, UH; Los Angeles, CA. In 1970, she returned to St Mary’s Convent, Notre Dame, IN, where she, herself, became a patient. She died there on 7 January, 1973, aged 88 years. She was buried in Our Lady of Peace cemetery, Notre Dame, IN. She was a sister of Sr Bridget O’Shaughnessy (qv), Sr Cathleen O’Shaughnessy (qv), and Elizabeth O’Shaughnessy (qv). (CHCJF, 2010)

O’Shea, Rev Daniel (1863-1911) Sale

Daniel O’Shea, son of Michael O’Shea and his wife, Mary McMahon, was born in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 24 May, 1863. He was educated at St Munchin’s College, Limerick, and St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 24 June, 1889. The following year, because of failing health, he travelled to Victoria, Australia, where he found the climate more favourable to his condition. He worked for some years in the diocese of Sale, Victoria. However, when his health further deteriorated, he returned home to live with his brother, James, in Kilmallock. He died in Kilmallock on 7 October, 1911, and was buried in the church grounds. He was a brother of Rev Peter O’Shea (qv), Rev James O’Shea (qv) and Rev William O’Shea (qv) and a nephew of Rev James O’Shea, PP of Rathkeale (qv) (Feheney, 2010, 148)

O’Shea, Rev James (1813-77) Limerick

James O’Shea, son of Michael O’Shea and Bridget Fitzgerald, was born in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 20 June, 1813. He entered St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 4 February, 1832. He was ordained priest in 1839. After ordination, he served as curate in a number of parishes in the diocese of Limerick, before his appointment, in 1865, as Parish Priest of Rathkeale. It was he, who initiated, and completed, the building of the present church in Rathkeale. The fine building, designed by JJ McCarthy, was blessed and opened on 18 August, 1873. In 1867, he was nominated a canon of the Limerick cathedral chapter and Vicar General of the diocese. He died on 11 January, 1877. He had four nephews who were priests in the diocese of Limerick. (Feheney, 2007, 149; Tobin, 2004, 118)

O’Shea, Rev James (1859-1913) Limerick

James O’Shea, son of Patrick O’Shea and his wife, Maria Cahill, was born in Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 6 April, 1859. He was educated at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth. He was ordained priest at the Irish College, Rome, on 30 May, 1885. Following ordination, he was appointed curate, successively, in Rathkeale (1885); Tournafulla (1885-88); Dromcolliher/ Broadford (1888-09). In September, 1909, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cratloe, where he died on 16 December, 1913. He was buried in the

church grounds. He was a cousin of Rev Daniel (qv), Rev James (qv), Rev Peter (qv) and Rev William O’Shea (qv) and a nephew of Rev James O’Shea, PP of Rathkeale (qv). (Feheney, 2010, 149)

O’Shea, Rev Maurice (1888-1973) Dublin

Maurice O’Shea was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1888. He was educated at St Colman’s College, Fermoy, Co. Cork, and Clonliffe College, Dublin. On completion of his priestly studies, he was ordained priest at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 20 June, 1915. After ordination, he was appointed curate in Kilmacud (1916-18); City Quay (1918-22); Gloucester Street (1922-24) and Glasthule/ Dalkey (1924-49). In 1949, he was appointed Parish Priest of Sandyford (1949-72). He was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in 1965 and he retired in 1972. He died on 8 April, 1973. (Gaughan, 2012, 235)

O’Shea, Rev Patrick (1920-72) CSSp

Patrick O’Shea, son of William O’Shea and his wife, Agnes Buckley, born in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 15 September, 1920. He joined the Spiritan Congregation in September, 1939. He studied in Rome, where he obtained STL and BD degrees. He was ordained in 1949 and then went to Kenya, where he taught in St Mary’s College, Kabaa, and Tala High School. He also contributed regularly to the newspaper, The Catholic Mirror. Though he began to suffer from chest pains, he ignored these and died suddenly on 15 August, 1972, in Tala, Kenya. He was buried there. (Farragher, ISR, 443)

O’Shea, Rev Peter (1861-87) Sydney

Peter O’Shea, son of Michael O’Shea and his wife, Mary McMahon, was born in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 28 June, 1861. He immigrated to Australia, where he completed his studies for the priesthood and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Sydney, NSW. Unfortunately, he fell victim to tuberculosis, from which he died on 31 December, 1887, at the early age of 27 years. He was buried in Sydney, Australia. He was a brother of Rev Daniel (qv), Rev James (qv) and Rev William O’Shea (qv) and a nephew of Rev James O’Shea, PP of Rathkeale (qv). (Feheney, 2010, 151)

O’Shea, Rev William (1859-1924) Limerick

William O’Shea, son of Michael O’Shea and his wife, Mary McMahon, was born in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 23 May, 1859. He studied at the famous St Sulpice seminary in Paris, where he was ordained priest on 19 June, 1888. After ordination, he was sent on loan to the diocese of Hexham and Newcastle (H&N) for two years. On his return to the diocese of Limerick in 1889, he was appointed curate, successively, in Glin, St John’s, Mahoonagh, Newcastle West, Droomin/ Athlacca, Bruree, Bruff and Shanagolden. In May, 1918, he was appointed Parish Priest of Athea, where he remained until his death, on 12 January, 1924. He was buried in the church grounds, Athea. He was a brother of Rev Daniel O’Shea (qv) and Rev James O’Shea (qv) and Rev William O’Shea (qv). (Tobin, 2004, 94; O’Shea family archive)

O’Shea, Rev William James (1880-1967) OFM

William O’Shea, son of Patrick O’Shea and his wife, Catherine O’Donnell, was born in Ashford, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 20 June 1880. He entered the Franciscan Order (OFM) at St Isidore’s College, Rome, taking the religious name of James. He completed his clerical studies in Rome and was ordained priest there in 1905. He then returned to Ireland and served in the Franciscan Friaries in Ennis, Cork, Multifarnham, Limerick and Athlone. Never robust, his health began to deteriorate about 1929 and he was moved to Multifarnham. In 1931, he moved to the St John of God Home in Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, acting as chaplain when he felt well enough. He died there on 3 October 1967. He was buried in the OFM burial plot in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin 11. (OFM Killiney, 29/8/14)

O’Shea, Sr Anne (1927-2006) LCM

Anne O’Shea, daughter of William O’Shea and his wife, Agnes Buckley, born in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 9 January 1927. She joined the Little Company of Mary (LCM) in Limerick on 28 April 1945. She received the religious habit on 27 October 1945 and, at the end of her novitiate, made profession of vows on 28 April 1948. She then qualified as a nurse at St John’s Hospital, Limerick, and as a radiologist in Dublin. She worked as a radiologist in Limerick, Galway, Dublin and Carlow. In 1999, her health began to give cause for concern and she moved to the Milford

Care Centre, Castletroy, Limerick, where she died on 21 August 2006. She was buried in the cemetery attached to Milford House, Limerick. (LCM CK, 7/xi/14)

O’Shea, Sr Anne Chrysostom (1880-1960) RSM

Anne Marie O’Shea, daughter of Patrick O’Shea and his wife, Mary Cahill, was born on 15 August 1880, in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised in her parish church on 22 August, 1880. She entered the convent of the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Baloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry. She received the habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Chrysostom, on 2 February, 1901. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 5 September, 1903. She qualified as a nurse and was the first matron of St Catherine’s Hospital, Tralee. On her retirement, she was appointed superior of the Mercy convent, Moyderwell, Tralee. She died in the Moyderwell convent on 31 January, 1960, and was buried in the Mercy Convent cemetery, St John’s, Baloonagh, Tralee. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Aquin O’Shea (qv). (RSM SP, DL 2010)

O’Shea, Sr Bridget Aquin (1871-1927) RSM

Bridget O’Shea, daughter of Patrick O’Shea and Mary Cahill, was born in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, and baptised at her parish church on 10 September, 1871. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), at St Marie’s of the Isle, Cork, on 15 August, 1892. She received the habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Aquin, on 5 April, 1893. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 17 April, 1895. She spent most of her life at Mercy convent, St Marie’s of the Isle. She died there on 7 July 1927 and was buried in the Sisters of Mercy burial plot, St Finbarr’s cemetery, Glasheen, Cork. She was a sister of Sr Anne Chrysostom O’Shea (qv). (RSM SP, DL 2009)

O’Shea, Sr Mary Bernard (1885-1962) PBVM

Mary O’Shea, daughter of Patrick O’Shea and his wife, Mary O’Donnell, was born in Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 13 December, 1895. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), at George’s Hill, Dublin, on 9 July, 1904. On completion of her postulancy, he received the habit, together with a new name, Sister Bernard, on 18 February, 1905. At the end of her novitiate, she made her religious profession, on 7 August 1907.

She was involved in teaching and administration in Presentation Sisters’ schools and convents for most of her life. She died on 21 June 1962 and was buried in the Presentation Sisters’ burial plot, Glasnevin cemetery, Dublin. She wrote an informative summary account of her own early life and family up to 1904, which is now in the O’Shea family archive. (O’Shea FA, 2009)

O’Shea, Sr Mary Claver (1933-2015) LCM

Mary Philomena O’Shea, daughter of Timothy and Nora Mary O’Shea, was born in Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 2 February 1933. She joined the Little Company of Mary (LCM) on 25 March 1953. When receiving the religious habit on 28 October 1952, she also received a new religious name, Sister Claver. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 29 October 1954. She then qualified as a nurse and spent the remainder of her life in the health profession. In her later years she was cared for at the Milford Nursing Home, Limerick, where she died on 15 January 2015. She was interred in the cemetery attached to Milford House LCM community, Limerick. (LCM CK, 15/2/2016)

O’Sullivan, Br John Justinian (1865-1945) FPM

John O’Sullivan, son of Cornelius O’Sullivan and his wife, Deborah Barrett, was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, on 4 November 1865. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, on 1 August 1887. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Justinian, on 1 April 1888. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 6 April 1890. He qualified as a teacher and was superior and principal in several Presentation schools, including Boyle, Letterkenny, Kinsale, Cobh, Dungannon, Greenmount, St Joseph’s, Mardyke, Cork. He was Province Leader in England, before his appointment as a member of the Congregational Leadership Team. He died suddenly in Cork, on 13 November 1945, aged 80 years. His remains were interred in the cemetery at Mount St Joseph, Blarney Street, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 240)

O’Sullivan, Rev Cornelius (1890-1963) Limerick

Con O’Sullivan was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 12 January, 1890. He was educated at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 20 June, 1915. Following ordination,

he was appointed curate in Banogue (1916-18) before his appointment as a teacher at St Munchin’s College (1918-20). He was then appointed curate, successively, in Monagea (1920-24); Askeaton/ Ballysteen (1924- 26); Patrickswell (1926-31) and Bruff (1931-38). On 11 July, 1938, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cratloe (1938-44). In 1944, he was transferred to Kileedy in the same capacity (1944-53) and, in 1953, he was transferred to Askeaton/ Ballysteen as Parish Priest. He died in Askeaton on 21 November, 1963, and was buried in the church grounds. (Tobin, 2004, 95)

O’Sullivan, Rev Daniel (1889-1921) CSSp

Daniel O’Sullivan was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 23 January 1889. He entered the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp) in 1904. Dan completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest in 1920. After ordination, he was assigned to the Spiritan mission Sierra Leone. After fifteen days of a seemingly slight bout of fever, he died suddenly on 23 May 1921, at the age of 32 years. He was buried in Sierra Leone. (Farragher, ISR, 446)

O’Sullivan, Rev David (1895-1964) SDB

David O’Sullivan, son of Con and Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Ballinvullen, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, in 1895. About 1930, he joined the Salesian Order (SDB) and, on completion of his ecclesiastical studies, was ordained on 19 July, 1942. After some years in England, he was assigned to the Salesian Agricultural College, Pallaskenry, where he spent the remainder of his life. The last months of his life were spent at Milford House Hospice, where he died on 12 October, 1964. His remains were interred in the community cemetery, Salesian College, Copsewood, Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick. (SDB, 2015)

O’Sullivan, Rev James Leopold (1904-71) OFM

James O’Sullivan was born in Cloncrippa, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 19 September 1904. He joined the Franciscan Order (OFM), English Province. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new name, Brother Leopold. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 17 September 1927. He then began clerical studies and was ordained priest at Forrest Gate, London, on 24 February 1934. He ministered in

Dundee, Scotland, in London and in Liverpool. He died on 1 December 1971. He was a brother of Rev Michael O’Sullivan OFM (qv). (OFM, Killiney 3/11/14)

O’Sullivan, Rev Jeremiah (1911-91) Monterey

Jeremiah O’Sullivan, son of Patrick O’Sullivan and his wife, Johanna Nash, was born in Ballynolan, Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick, in March, 1911. He completed his ecclesiastical studies in All Hallows Seminary, Dublin, and was ordained priest there in June 1936. His first appointment was in Liverpool, where he spent the following ten years, including the years of World War II. He then immigrated to the USA, where he ministered initially in Bute, Montana, a famous mining town. After some years, he transferred to Marina, California (diocese of Monterey), where, again, he was appointed to a ‘greenfield’ parish and had a very fruitful ministry. He retired to Ireland in 1987 and settled in Glenameade, Kildimo. His final months were spent in Milford Hospice, Limerick, where he died on 8 September 1991. He was buried in Kilcornan, cemetery. (Feheney, 2010, 154)

O’Sullivan, Rev Jeremiah (1919-2002) CSSp

Jeremiah Patrick O’Sullivan was born in Drumroe, Tournafulla, Co. Limerick, on 7 January 1919. He joined the Spiritan (CSSp) congregation in Blackrock, Dublin, in 1933. He made his religious profession in 1939 and was ordained on 11 July 1948. He was then assigned to Sierra Leone, where he taught at St Edward’s College, Freetown, for several years. He returned to Ireland in 1980 and served as bursar in the Blackrock community. Following a stroke, he died at St Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin, on 25 May 20012 and was interred in the CSSp burial plot, Shanganagh cemetery, Dublin. (Farragher, ISR, 447)

O’Sullivan, Rev John (1906-50) Birmingham AL

John O’Sullivan was born in Mountmahon, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 12 November 1905. He was ordained priest in 1931 for a diocese in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. He worked with great success until his unfortunate death in a road accident in Virginia, USA, on 22 August 1950. He was interred in Elmwood Cemetery, Birmingham, AL, USA. (ancestry. com)

O’Sullivan, Rev Michael Dermot (1913-67) OFM

Michael O’Sullivan was born in Cloncrippa, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 4 December 1913. He joined the Franciscan Order (OFM), English Province. When receiving the religious habit, he also received a new name, Brother Placidus, which he later changed to Brother Dermot. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 11 September 1934. He was ordained priest at Forrest Gate, London, on 9 March 1940. Following ordination, he ministered in Stratford, East London; Edinburgh and Liverpool. He died on 16 October 1967. He was a brother of Rev James O’Sullivan OFM (qv). (OFM, Killiney 3/11/14)

O’Sullivan, Rev Thomas (c1898-1958) Limerick

Thomas O’Sullivan was born in Athea, Co. Limerick, about 1898. He was ordained priest at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, on 19 June 1923. Following ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Ardpatrick (1924-26); Kilmeedy (1926-27); Croom (1927-28) and Bruff (1928-48). In 1948, he was appointed Parish Priest of Ballyhahill, where he remained until his death in St John’s Hospital, Limerick, on 28 May 1958. (LDA, 26/2/16)

O’Sullivan, Sr Anne Patrick (1860-1941) RSM

Anne O’Sullivan, daughter of Timothy and Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Knockaderry, Co. Limerick, in 1860. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM), Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 March 1882. When receiving the religious habit on 26 September 1882, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Patrick. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 7 October 1884. She was superior at St Catherine’s Convent, Newcastle West, and at St Anne’s Convent, Rathkeale. She died on 28 January 1941. She was buried in cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Limerick. (RSM SC, AB 17/11/14)

O’Sullivan, Sr Catherine Benedict Joseph (1885-1969) HFB Catherine O’Sullivan was born in Ballypierce, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 24 July 1885. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) on 14 August 1905. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Benedict Joseph. She died on 11 June 1969. (HFB CM, 24/12/14)

O’Sullivan, Sr Kathleen Therese (1920-2012) RSM

Kathleen O’Sullivan, daughter of John O’Sullivan and his wife, Catherine O’Leary, was born in Cloncrippa, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 20 March 1920. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Dundee, Scotland, on 24 September 1937. When receiving the religious habit on 19 March 1938, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Therese. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 2 April 1940. Though she worked in Scotland for most of her life, she spent six years (1991-97) in Bucharest, Romania. She then returned to Dundee, where she died on 26 February 2012. She was buried in Balgay Cemetery, Dundee, Scotland. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15)

O’Sullivan, Sr Madge Albertine (1911-92) SCSP

Margaret Mary (Madge) O’Sullivan, daughter of Michael O’Sullivan and his wife, Lena Wall, was born in Balliniska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 1 December 1911. On 31 July, 1946, she received the habit of the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) at Selly Park, Birmingham, UK. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Albertine. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at Selly Park on 31 August 1947. She then trained in Child Care and worked in Children’s Homes in Birmingham and Liverpool. She died on 26 October 1992, and her remains were interred in the convent cemetery at Selly Park, Birmingham, England. She was a sister of Sr Teresa Brigid O’Sullivan (qv). (SCSP AC 25/3/16)

O’Sullivan, Sr Mary Anthony (1897-1966) RSM

Mary O’Sullivan, daughter of Con and Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Ballinvullen, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 23 March 1897. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Oldham, Lancashire, on 24 September 1915. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Anthony. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 August 1918. She then qualified as a teacher. She taught in Accrington, subsequently becoming Head Mistress. She did advanced studies at the Sorbonne University, Paris. On her retirement as Headmistress, she helped in the school office. In later life, she had heart

surgery, but survived this for several years. She died on 3 August 1966, and her remains were interred in Accrington, Lancashire, England. She was a sister of Sr Teresa Cornelia O’Sullivan (qv) (RSM UK, JS 18/9/14)

O’Sullivan, Sr Nora Emmanuel (1913-2015) SCSP

Nora O’Sullivan, daughter of Michael O’Sullivan and his wife, Helena Wall, was born in Balliniska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 4 January 1913. She entered the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) at Selly Park, Birmingham, UK. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Emmanuel, on 30 August, 1933. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at Selly Park on 31 August, 1934. She qualified as a teacher at Selly Park Teacher Training College in 1936 and spent the major part of her life in the classroom. After teaching for some years in England, she returned to Ireland to teach at St Paul’s Secondary School, Kilfinane, and St Paul’s Secondary School, Kilmallock. When she retired from teaching in 1978, she went to Bishop’s House, Limerick, where she helped supervise domestic arrangements. In 1996, she retired to St Paul’s Convent, Kilfinane. In 2005 she was admitted to the Convent Infirmary, Selly Park, Birmingham, where she died on 13 February 2015. She was buried in Selly Park. She was a sister of Sr Madge Albertine O’Sullivan (qv). (SCSP AC, 25/3/16)

O’Sullivan, Sr Teresa Cornelia (1898-1984) PBVM

Teresa Brigid O’Sullivan, daughter of Con and Mary O’Sullivan was born in Ballinvullen, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, in 1898. She went to the USA to become a member of the Presentation Sisters in Fargo, North Dakota. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Cornelia. She qualified a teacher and spent most of her life teaching teenagers at Sacred Heart Academy, Fargo. One of the subjects which she taught was Spanish, in which she became very proficient. This led to her being seconded to Casselton, North Dakota, to provide special services for Hispanic children. She died on 18 May 1984. She was a sister of Sr Mary Anthony O’Sullivan (qv) (ftbttb, 300)

Penny, Mary Alice (1920-2011) LSP

Mary Margaret Penny, daughter of Michael Penny and his wife, Brigid Hanley, was born in Knockpatrick, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, on 13

October 1920. She joined the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) in Cork on 3 October 1942. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Alice de la Visitation, in Dublin in 1943. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Dublin on 20 June 1945. She served in the following LSP Homes: Dublin; Kilmainham; Liverpool; Glasgow and Greenock. She retired to Waterford in 2000 when her health began to fail. In 2010, she moved to the LSP Home in Ferrybank, Waterford, where she died on 11 July 2011. She was buried in the LSP burial plot in Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. (LSP, 18/1/16)

Pigott, Sr Margaret Christine (1927-2002) LSP

Margaret Pigott, daughter of Michael Pigott and his wife, Margaret Shanahan, was born in Kiltanan, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 11 September 1927. She entered the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) in Dublin. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Christine de St Albert. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 3 June 1947. She made her final profession at the Mother House in Paris on 15 October 1951. In 1962, she went to the USA, but returned after a few years to work initially in Dublin and subsequently in Birkenhead UK. From 1971 to 1987, she was resident in Cork but, with deteriorating health, retired to the Holy Family Residence in Roebuck Road, Dublin 14, where she died on 11 July 2002. She was buried in the the LSP burial plot, Palmerstown Cemetery, Dublin 20. She was a sister of Sr Mary Helena Pigott (qv). (LSP Dublin, 9/12/14)

Pigott, Sr Mary Helena (1934-2013) RSM

Mary Veronica Pigott, daughter of Michael Pigott and his wife, Margaret Shanahan, was born in Kiltanan, Croagh, Co. Limerick, on 31 October 1934. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Edward’s Convent, Harewood Ave., London, on 23 August 1950. When receiving the religious habit on 13 October 1951, she also received a new religious name, Sister Helena. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 13 October 1953. She qualified as a teacher and taught in the following schools: Twickenham (1953-67); Macklin St (1967-72); Twickenham (1972-75);

Swanage (1975-93); and Wareham (1994-03). From 2003 onwards, she became involved in parish ministry, working at Levedon (2003-2008) and

Fishguard (2008-2013). She died at St Michael’s, Clacton-on-Sea, on 16 June 2013 and was buried in Clacton cemetery, Essex, UK. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Christine Pigott (qv). (RSM UK, JS 16/1/15)

Power, Sr Mary Bertrand (1933-2013) RSM

Mary Power, daughter of John Power and his wife, Lena O’Donnell, was born in Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary, on 4 September 1933. In her youth, her family moved to Adare, where she attended the Mercy Convent School. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) on 14 September 1951. At her reception on 5 July 1952, she received a new religious name, Sister Mary Bertrand (later changed to Mary). At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 31 August 1954. She then attended Mary Immaculate College of Education, where she qualified as a primary teacher. She taught in several RSM schools in Limerick, including St Mary’s, Mount St Vincent’s and St John’s, where she was principal. One of her specialities was liturgical music, in which she acquired great expertise. During her later years, she was a member of the staff of Mary Immaculate College of Education, where she supervised students’ teaching practice. She died at the Regional Hospital Limerick on 22 September 2013 and was buried in the cemetery attached to St Mary’s Convent, Limerick. (RSM SC, AB 3/9/14)

Purtill, Rev Michael (1895-1975) Limerick

Michael Purtill, son of Thomas Purtill and his wife, Bridget Connors, was born in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his local parish on 11 August, 1895. He was ordained priest at Maynooth on 22 June 1930. He spent a further year in post-graduate study at the Dunboyne Institute before his appointment as curate, successively, in St Munchin’s (1931-55); Mungret (1955-57) and Rathkeale (1957-61). In 1961, he was appointed Parish Priest of Parteen, after which he was transferred to Abbeyfeale in the same capacity in 1969. He died at the Limerick Regional Hospital on 20 September 1975 and was interred in the grounds of Our Lady of Lourdes church, Limerick. (LDA, 26/2/16)

Quaid, Rev David (1817-90) Limerick

David Quaid, a native of Knockaderry, Co. Limerick, was born on 11 July, 1817. He studied for the priesthood in the Irish College, Rome,

and was ordained on 15 August, 1843. His early appointments as curate included Knockaderry (1843-44), Monagea (1844-46), Glin (1846-47),

Askeaton/ Ballysteen (1847-53), Coolcappa (1853-54), Bulgaden (1854-

58), Kilmallock (1858-59), Bulgaden (1859-65) and Newcastle West (1865-66). On 26 June, 1866, he was appointed Parish Priest of Dromin/ Athlacca (1866 1889). He died there on 29 November, 1890, and was buried in the church grounds. (Tobin, 2004, 96)

Ranahan, Sr Margaret Agatha (1893-1972) LSP

Margaret Ranahan, third daughter of Michael Ranahan and Mary Millane, was born in Ballycanana, Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, and baptised in St Patrick’s Church, Ballysteen, on 15 January, 1893. She entered the Congregation of the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP). After an initial period in England, she was sent to France where she spent her entire life, serving in convents in Paris, Rive de Gier and Lyons. She died in Lyons in 1972 and is buried there in a cemetery attached to one of her convents. (JMF research)

Rearden, Sr Mary Enna (1840-1913) LSP

Mary Rearden, daughter of Thomas Rearden and his wife, Bridget Neal, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 4 March 1840. After leaving school, she entered the Little Sisters of the Poor (LSP) at Saint-Pern, France. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Sainte Enna. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Saint-Pern on 2 February 1865. She was then sent to Manchester, UK, where she worked for some years. She then volunteered for the USA and was sent to Brooklyn, New York, where she ministered until her death on 7 December 1913. She was buried in Brooklyn, New York, USA. (LSP Saint-Pern, 11/9/2014)

Reeves, Rev John (1856-1936) Limerick

John Reeves was born in Glenquin, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 10 February 1856. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest at St John’s Cathedral, Limerick, on 29 June 1881. Following ordination, he was sent on loan to the diocese of Clogher, where he was curate in Monaghan (1881-86). On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate, successively, in Ballingarry (1886-89) and Bruff (1889-1901). On 7 October, 1891, he was appointed Parish Priest first of Tournafulla (1891-

18), then of Colmanswell (1918-1927) and finally of Dromcolliher (1827- 36). He died on 5 February 1936 and was interred in the church grounds, Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick. He was appointed a Canon of the Limerick Cathedral Chapter in 1926. (Tobin, 2004, 99).

Reeves, Rev John (1859-1929) Limerick

John Reeves was born in Ballynoe, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1859. He attended St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest for the diocese of Limerick on 12 June 1887. After ordination, he served for two years in St Alexander’s, Bootle, Lancs., in the archdiocese of Liverpool. On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he served as curate, successively, in Ardpatrick (1889-91), Loghill (1891-96) and Newcastle West (1896-13). He was then appointed Parish Priest, first of Cratloe (1913-1916) and then of Ardagh/ Carrigkerry (1916-29). He died in Ardagh on 29 December 1929 and was interred in the church grounds, Ardagh, Co. Limerick. He was a Canon of the Limerick Cathedral chapter. (Tobin 2004, 100)

Reeves, Sr Eileen Miriam (1907-96) FCJ

Eileen Reeves, daughter of James Reeves and his wife, Elizabeth Massy, was born in Glenquin, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 12 July 1907. She joined the Sisters of the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) at Upton, Worcestershire, UK, on 2 February 1928. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Miriam. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Brussels, Belgium, on 30 July 1930. She then attended University at UCD and obtained a BA degree and a Higher Diploma in Education. She spent the remainder of her life teaching in the FCJ Convent Secondary School, Laurel Hill, Limerick. She died on 12 November 1996, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent grounds. She was a sister of Sr Gabrielle Reeves SLS (qv) (JM 2015)

Reeves, Sr Mary Gabriel (1900-82) SSL

Mary Catherine Reeves, daughter of James Reeves and his wife, Elizabeth Massy, was born in Glenquin, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 15 November 1900. She joined the Sisters of St Louis (SSL) in Monaghan on 25 August 1919. When receiving the religious habit on 10 August 1920, she also received a new religious name, Sister Gabriel. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 August 1922. She qualified as a domestic

science teacher and her assignments included: teaching in Ballymena; Monaghan, Carrigmacross and Louisville. She died in Monaghan on 3 January 1982 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the SSL convent. (SSL DO’C, 19/1/15)

Reidy, Br John Mark (1891-1957) FSC

John Reidy was born in Tulligmacthomas, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1891. He entered the De La Salle Brothers (FSC) at Castletown, Co. Laois, on 22 September 1906. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Remigius Mark, in 1908. He made profession of vows in 1910. He was then sent to St Patrick’s High School, Moulmein, Burma (now Myanmar), where he made his perpetual religious profession in 1919. He taught in St Patrick’s, Moulmein, and St Peter’s High School, Mandalay. He also held other responsibilities, including Director of a Catholic Orphanage in Twante, and Regional Visitor, in Rangoon and Maymyo. In his later years, his health declined, but he continued to reside in Myanmar. He died in Maymyo, Myanmar, on 28 February 1957 and was buried in the FSC cemetery in that city. (FSC, 2015)

Reidy, Rev Daniel (1852-1919) Dunedin

Daniel Reidy, son of John Reidy and his wife, Mary McCarthy, was born in Glenmore, Strand, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, in 1852. He was educated at St John’s College, Waterford, where he was ordained priest in 1881. He then sailed for New Zealand and was incardinated in the diocese of Dunedin. He ministered in Dunedin for the remainder of his active life. Shortly before his death, he returned to Ireland, but died soon afterwards in 1923. He was buried in the church yard, St Ita’s Church, Killeedy, Co. Limerick. (ancestry.com; JM, 2015)

Reidy, Sr Noreen Marietta (1919-2010) RSM

Noreen Reidy, daughter of Thomas Reidy and his wife, Alice Quinn, was born in Maiden Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 16 July 1919. On 11 January 1937, she joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Brisbane, QLD, Australia. When receiving the religious habit on 15 June 1937, she also received a new religious name, Sister Marietta. On completion of her novitiate training, she made profession of vows on 15 January 1940. She then qualified as a teacher and went on the missions to New Guinea. On

her return to Brisbane, she continued her involvement in missionary work. She died on 5 June 2010 and was interred in Nudgee Cemetery, QLD, Australia. (RSM Int MKD 4/11/15)

Roche, Br Daniel Eligius (1901-66) FPM

Daniel Roche, son of Edward Roche and his wife, Catherine Cullen, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 15 October 1901. He entered the Presentation Brothers, Cork, on 1 September 1916. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Eligius, on 17 March 1917. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 4 April 1920. After qualification as a teacher, he taught in Killarney, Birr and St Patrick’s Greenmount, Cork. Subsequently, he was director of the Orphanage in Greenmount. In his later years, his health deteriorated and he spent his last years in a Nursing Home, in Cork, where he died on 18 May 1966. He was buried in the cemetery attached to Mount St Joseph, Cork. (Feheney, 2013, 264)

Roche, Rev Christopher (1903-98) Buffalo

Christopher Joseph Roche was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 25 December 1903. He studied for the priesthood at Mount Melleray, Cappoquin, completing his clerical studies at Our Lady of the Angels Seminary, Niagara Falls, NY. He was ordained at St Joseph’s Cathedral, for the diocese of Buffalo, New York, on 23 May 1931. Soon afterwards, he took up his duties in the diocese of Buffalo, where he served as Pastor in several parishes, including St Ambrose’s Church (1931-1936); Immaculate Conception, Ransomville, New York (1949-1956) and Blessed Sacrament Church, Buffalo, where his funeral Mass was celebrated. He died on 13 October 1998, and was interred in Holy Cross Cemetery, Lackawanna, New York. (The Buffalo News, 15/10/1998)

Roche, Rev Daniel Fintan (1898-1953) OFM Cap

Daniel Roche, son of James Roche and his wife, Anne Downey, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 19 July 1898. He entered the Capuchin Order (OFM Cap) on 27 August 1914 and, on completion of his novitiate, made profession of vows on 8 September 1915, his new religious name being Fr Fintan. He then studied for a BA degree, after which he completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest on 29 June 1923. In 1923, he

went to serve in the USA, after which he ministered in Africa for seven years (1933-1940). After this, he returned to the USA, where he ministered in California. He died in Flintbridge, CA, on 9 May 1953 and was buried in Los Angeles, CA, USA. (OFM Cap, 2/11/15)

Roche, Rev Jeremiah (1941-2009) SPS

Jeremiah Roche, son Edmund Roche and his wife, Mary Dalton, was born in Benmore, Athea, Co. Limerick, in 1941. He joined the Kiltegan Missionary Society (SPS) in 1968 and was ordained priest. After ordination, he went to minister in Kenya. In addition to his priestly ministry, spanning over 40 years, he also built several churches, schools and medical clinics. He was killed during a violent robbery in his house in Kericho, Western Kenya, on 11 December 2009. His remains were brought back to Ireland and were buried in Holy Cross Cemetery, Athea, Co. Limerick. A film, A Mighy Man: The Father Gerry Roche Story, about his life and death, was produced in 2012. (I Ind, 21/12/2009)

Roche, Rev Thomas (1905-86) CSsR

Thomas Roche was born in Church Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 12 January 1905. He entered the Redemptorist (CSsR) congregation in Limerick. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 1 November 1924. He then completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest on 22 September 1929. In his later years, he was stationed at St Alphonsus’ Rectory, Limerick. He died on 18 April 1986, and was buried in the Redemptorist burial plot, Mount St Lawrence cemetery, Limerick. (CSSR, Memorial Card, 1986)

Russell, Sr Ellen Joseph (1921-92) OSF

Ellen Russell, daughter of Garrett Russell and his wife, Mary Geary, was born in Balliniska, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick, on 29 February 1921. On 6 September 1937, she joined the religious congregation of St Francis (OSF) in the USA. When she was being invested with the religious habit on 12 August 1939, she also received a new religious name, Sister Joseph. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 12 August 1941. She then attended Mount St Mary’s College, Emmetsburg, MD, where she obtained a degree in Education in 1966. She spent the remaining years of her life teaching in various OSF schools in the USA, including Wilmington

and New Castle, Delaware; Baltimore and Elkton, MD; Washington DC; Spartanburg NC; Naples FL. She died on 11 August 1992 at St Mary of the Angels Convent, Baltimore, MD. She was buried in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Baltimore MD, USA. (OSF 20/8/14)

Ryan, Rev John Joseph (1922-86) CSSp

John Joseph Ryan was born on 28 March, 1922, in Kilmurry, Feenagh, Co. Limerick. He joined the Spiritan (CSSp) Congregation in 1949. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1950. He then studied Philosophy and Theology at Kimmage Manor, Dublin, and was ordained priest in 1955. After ordination, he was appointed to Nigeria, where he served until the Biafran War forced his deparature from Nigeria. In 1970 he returned to Africa and worked in the diocese of Mombasa in Kenya, ministering in Mgange Nyika in Taita and Mgange Dawida. With three other priests, he met with a violent death in a road accident as they travelled to Nairobi for their annual retreat on 8 December, 1986. He was aged 64 years. He was buried in Nairobi. (Farragher, ISR, 481)

Savage, Br John Damascene (1896-1946) FPM

John Savage, son of Patrick Savage and his wife, Bridget Long, was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 13 August 1896. He was educated at Dromcolliher National School, before entering the Presentation Brothers in Cork, on 2 June 1913. He received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Brother Damascene, on 17 December 1913. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows at Mount St Joseph on 23 September 1916. In 1921, he joined the English province, but, gradually, began to suffer from paralysis. He died in Orpington on 11 November 1946, at the age of 50 years. He was interred in the cemetery at St Joseph’s, Orpington, Kent. (Feheney, 2013, 269-70)

Savage, Sr Agnes Casimir (1884-1960) HFB

Agnes Savage was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 14 May 1884. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1903. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Casimir. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent the remainder of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools

of her congregation. She died on 1 March 1960 and was buried in New Brighton, Merseyside, UK. She was a sister of Sr Frances Augustine Savage (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Savage, Sr Colette (1926-88) MMM

Colette Savage was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 15 December 1926. She entered the Medical Missionaries of Mary (MMM) on 24 October 1944. Following her religious profession, she qualified as a general nurse and as a midwife at the International Medical Training Hospital, Drogheda. She was assigned to Nigeria in 1955 and nursed in Urua Akpan and Ikot Ene, Calabar. During the Biafran war, she was taken prisoner for a short time. She also worked in Zungeru before returning to Ireland 1968, where she became sister-in-charge at the Airmount Maternity Hospital, Waterford. She died on 1 June 1988 and was buried in the MMM burial plot, Drogheda, Co. Louth. (MMM 12/2/2016)

Savage, Sr Frances Augustine (1881-1941) HFB

Frances Savage was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 26 February 1881. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 28 December 1901. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Augustine. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She seems to have spent part of her life in the UK, teaching in different schools of her congregation. She spent her later years in Northern Ireland, where she died on 16 July 1941. She was buried in Magherafelt, BT 45, Northern Ireland. She was a sister of Sr Agnes Casimir Savage (qv). (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Scanlan, Br Michael Bernard (1896-1998) SSS

Michael Scanlan, son of Patrick Scanlan and his wife, Ellen Hartnett, was born in Ballyduhig, Ashford, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1896. In 1924, he immigrated to Australia, where he operated his own construction company. In 1950, partly owing to the influence of Archbishop Daniel Mannix, he abandoned his construction company and joined the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament (SSS). He took the name Brother Bernard and made his vows on 15 August 1952. He was very skilled as a woodworker and

did valuable work for his congregation. He died at Nagoreth House, East Bimberwell, Melbourne, on 11 November 1998, at the age of 102 years. (JM, 2015)

Scanlan, Sr Angela (1895-1982) HFB

Angela Scanlan, daughter of John and Elizabeth Scanlan, was born in Coolegorman, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1895. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB). She completed her novitiate at the Holy Family Convent, Pilltown, Co. Kilkenny, and then made her religious profession. Subsequently she taught in Bordeaux before going to South Africa where she worked in Bloemfontein and Cape town. She died in Cape town on 7 June, 1982, aged 87 years and was interred in South Africa. (HFB CM, 2015)

Scanlan, Sr Catherine Felicia (1853-1942) SJC

Catherine Scanlan was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 23 December 1853. She joined the Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny (SJC) at Mount Sackville, Dublin, in 1875. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Maria Felicia, on 18 December 1875. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in the Mother House in Paris on 16 September 1877. She then taught in several schools of her congregation in France until 1903, when all religious were expelled from France. She then moved to Spain, where she worked until 1915. In 1915, together with members of other religious congregations, she was allowed to return to France and she was appointed bursar in Paris. From 1927, she resided in Thiasis, on the outskirts of Paris. She died in Thiasis on 12 March 1942, and was buried in a cemetery attached to the convent grounds. (JM, 2015)

Scanlan, Sr Hannah Eugenius (1886-1953) HFB

Hannah Scanlan was born in Ballyduhig, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 15 July 1886. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) on 1 November 1884. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Eugenius. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent most of her life working in the UK. She died on 25 March 1953 and was buried in Woodford Green, London, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/15)

Scanlan, Sr Margaret St John (1869-1955) HFB

Margaret Scanlan was born in Ballyduhig, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 7 September 1869. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 1 November 1890. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister St John. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then joined the HFB mission in South Africa, where she laboured for the rest of her life. She died on 3 August 1955 and was buried in Bloemfontein, Free State Province, South Africa. (HFB CM, 4/12/15)

Scanlan, Sr Mary Ita (1859-1941) HFB

Mary Scanlan was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 30 May 1859. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 11 November 1882. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ita. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent most of her life working in the UK. She died on 30 September 1941 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the HFB convent at Sicklinghall, N Yorks, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/15)

Scanlon, Sr Nora Alphonsus (1861-1953) HFB

Nora Scanlon was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 31 May 1861. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 20 September 1889. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Alphonsus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She joined the HFB mission in South Africa and spent the remainder of her life working there. She died on 17 July 1953 and was buried in Pietermaritzburg, Kwa-Zulu-Natal, South Africa. (HFB CN, 4/12/14)

Scollard, Sr Mary Celsus (1906-96) PBVM

Mary Bridget Scollard was born in Knockfinisk, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 31 January 1906. She was educated at the Mercy Convent Boarding School, Newcastle West. She joined the Presentation Sisters, Sexton Street, Limerick, on 8 September 1923. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new name, Sister Celsus. She completed her teacher training and became Principal of Janesboro National School in 1951. In 1967, she

moved to a new Presentation Convent in Roxboro Road, Limerick. She continued, however, to teach at Janesboro School until her retirement in 1975. She died on 28 December 1996, aged 90 years. (TA, 125; PBVM, BOL)

Sheahan, Sr Margaret Mansuela (1889-1970) CSC

Margaret Sheahan, daughter of Denis Sheahan and his wife, Mary O’Sullivan, was born in Cloncon, Ashford, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 8 February 1889. She entered the Sisters of the Holy Cross (CSC) at South Bend, Indiana, USA. She completed her secondary schooling at South Bend. When she was receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Mansuela. She qualified as a nurse and worked at several CSC hospitals in the USA, including Anderson, IN. In her later years, she was in charge of the infirmary at the Holy Cross Convent, Notre Dame, South Bend IN. She died there on 16 June 1970 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (CSC JF, 2015)

Sheehan, Sr Anastasia Oliver (1915-97) FDNSC

Anastasia Sheehan, daughter of Daniel Sheehan and his wife, Johanna Sexton, was born in Raheenagh, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 19 February 1915. She joined the Daughters of the Sacred Heart (FDNSC) in Ballybay, Co. Monaghan. In 1934, she travelled to the FDNSC novitiate at the Mother House in Issoudun, France. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Oliver. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in 1936. She then trained as a chef and took an appointment catering for a group of priests in Bourges. In 1947, she returned to Ireland and took over the catering at the FDNSC Convent, Glandore, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan. She also spent time at MSC Retreat Centre, Myross Wood, Co. Cork, and the MSC Centre, Moyne Park, Galway. In her later years, she retired to the FDNSC infirmary, Ballybay, where she died on October 1997. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the FDNSC convent, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan. (JM, 2015l)

Sheehan, Sr Mary Assumpta (1927-2010) HFB

Mary Sheehan was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 15 December 1927. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Family of Bordeaux (HFB) at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK, on 21 January 1949. When receiving the

religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Assumpta. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent most of her life ministering in the UK. She died on 25 January 2010 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the HFB convent, at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, UK. (HFB CM, 4/12/14)

Sheehan, Sr Theresa Alphonsus (1925-2007) RBS

Theresa Sheehan, daughter of John Sheehan and Johanna O’Donoghue, was born in Curraghbridge, Adare, Co. Limerick, on 4 June, 1925. She entered the Bon Secours Sisters (RBS), Cork, on 21 November 1946. She was sent to the central novitiate in Paris, where she received the religious habit, together with a new name, Sister Alphonsus, on 24 May 1947. On completion of her novitiate, she made her religious profession in Paris on 25 May 1949. On her return to Ireland, she qualified as a nurse (SRN) and as a midwife (SCM) and spent many years nursing at the Bon Secours General and Maternity Hospitals, College Road, Cork. She also worked in the Bon Secours hospitals in Tuam and Cobh. She spent her final years in St Teresa’s, a section of the Bon Secours Hospital, College Road, Cork, where she died on 29 May 2007. She was buried in the Bon Secours Sisters burial plot, St Oliver’s cemetery, Model Farm Road, Cork. (RBS EMcA, 2015)

Sheehy, Br John Paulin (1863-1925) CFC

John Sheehy was born in Appletown, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1863. He entered the Christian Brothers (CFC) at St Helen’s, in Booterstown, Co. Dublin. He received the religious habit of the Christian Brothers, together with a new religious name, Brother Paulin, on 15 October 1879. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows. He spent his life in the classroom, his first teaching assignments including Belfast, where he taught for 19 years. Subsequently, he was stationed in Norh Brunswick Street, Dublin; New Ross, where he was superior. St Vincent’s, Glasnevin, and Kilcock. He died on 25 ctober, 1925. His remains were interred in the Christian Brothers’ burial plot, Glasnevin cemetery, Dublin. He was a brother of Br Martin Sheehy CFC (qv). (CFC Necrologies, 2016)

Sheehy, Br Martin (1864-1938) CFC

Martin Sheehy was born in Appletown, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, in 1864. He attended Feohanagh National School, after which he entered the Christian Brothers Juniorate, St Helen’s, at Booterstown, Co. Dublin. After making profession of vows, he was assigned to teach in Glasnevin. He was a brother of Br John Paulin Sheehy (qv). He died in Artane, Dublin, on 23 November 1938 and was interred in St Patrick’s, Baldoyle, Dublin. (CFC, 10/8/16)

Sheehy, Rev David (1923-99) Southwark

David Sheehy, son of James Sheehy and his wife, Josephine Bennett, was born in Kilmore House, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 9 January, 1923. He entered Wonersh Senior Seminary, where he completed his ecclesiastical training and was ordained priest for the diocese of Southwark in June, 1949. He served in Rotherhithe (1949-53); Bostall Park (1953-62); St Elizabeth’s, Richmond (1962-66) before his appointment as Parish Priest in the following parishes: Aylesham, Kent (1966-72); Waddon, Croydon (1973-83); English Martyrs Parish, Streatham (1983-89) and Bromley Common, Kent (1989-99). He died on 8 January, 1999, and was interred with his two brothers, John (qv) and Thomas (qv) in Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery, Effingham, Guilford, Surrey. (Southwark, 27/4/14)

Sheehy, Rev Eugene (1841-1917) Limerick

Eugene Sheehy, son of Richard Sheehy and his wife, Johanna Shea, was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 25 December, 1841. He was educated at the Irish College, Paris, where he studied for the priesthood and was ordained priest on 12 July, 1868. His early appointments included curacies in Croagh, Monagea, Knockaderry and Kilmallock. While a curate in Kilmallock, he formed a local branch of the Irish Land League. Subsequently, he was one of the founders of the Gaelic Athletic Association in Thurles in 1884. He became Parish Priest of Bruree, where, later, Éamon De Valera, future Taoiseach and President of Ireland, was one of his altar servers. In 1907, he retired to Dublin. He was in the General Post Office during the Easter Rising in 1916 and rendered spiritual assistance to Pearse and his companions. He died in Dublin on 15 July, 1917. He was a brother of David Sheehy MP and a distant relative of Rev Nicholas Sheehy, who was hanged in Clonmel in 1766. (Tobin, 2004, 108)

Sheehy, Rev John (1929-2011) Arundel & Brighton

Thomas Sheehy, son of James Sheehy and his wife, Josephine Bennett, was born in Kilmore House, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 4 May, 1929. He entered Wonersh Seminary, where he completed his ecclesiastical studies and was ordained priest for the diocese of Southwark on 13 June, 1954. He served as curate in St Michael’s, Chatham, Kent, before his appointment to the staff of the junior seminary, Mark Cross. In 1959, he was appointed chaplain to the Royal Navy, a post which he held for sixteen years. When the diocese of Arundel and Brighton was formed in 1965, he opted to work in it. In 1975, he was appointed Parish Priest of Effington, Surrey, where he remained until his retirement in 2007. He spent his last years in St Clare’s Nursing Home, Ditching, Lewes, East Sussex. He died on 30 October, 2011, and was buried in Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery, Effingham, Guilford, Surrey, UK, where his brothers Thomas (qv) and David (qv) also rest. (A&B, 2012)

Sheehy, Rev John (c1921-2003) Limerick

John Sheehy was born in Coolcappa, Co. Limerick, about 1921. He studied for the priesthood at Maynooth Seminary, where he was ordained priest on 23 June 1946. Following ordination, he served as curate, successively, in Shanagolden (1946-47); Tournafulla (1947-58); Ballingarry (1958-62) and Knockaderry (1962-75). In 1975, he was appointed Parish Priest of Manister, after which he was transferred to Loughill in the same capacity in 1985. The same year he was appointed a Canon of the Cathedral Chapter. He died in 2003. (LDA, 2015)

Sheehy, Rev Michael (1895-1961) Springfield

Michael Sheehy, son of Edmond and Bridget Sheehy, was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 27 September 1895. He was educated at St John’s Seminary, Waterford, where he was ordained priest 15 June 1919. He spent his entire life ministering in the diocese of Springfield, Illinois, USA. His appointments included Assistant, St John’s, Springfield; pastor St Michael’s, Springfield and St Patrick’s, Grafton, Ill. He died in Alton, Ill, on 15 October 1961 and was buried in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Alton, Ill, USA. (Irish Examiner 23/11/1961, 8; Hickey, B, 16/2/16))

Sheehy, Rev Thomas (1916-81) Arundel & Brighton

Thomas Sheehy, son of James Sheehy and his wife, Josephine Bennett, was born in Kilmore House, Granagh, Co. Limerick, on 30 August, 1916. He entered the senior seminary at Wonersh College, where he completed his ecclesiastical studies and was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Southwark on 20 April, 1941. He served in several parishes in the archdiocese, including Melior Street, London SE1 (1941-46); Guilford (1946-52); Sutton (1952); Haslemere (1953); Morden (1957-59); Merstham (1959-72). In 1965, when the diocese of Arundel and Brighton was carved out of the archdiocese of Southwark, he opted to minister in the new diocese. He retired in 1975 owing to the onset of Parkinson’s Disease. He died at Holy Cross, Haslemere, Surrey, on 11 November, 1981, and was interred in Our Lady of Sorrows cemetery, Effingham, Surrey, beside his brothers, John (qv) and David (qv). (A&B, 2014)

Sheehy, Sr Anne (1858-) FCJ

Anne Sheehy, daughter of Edmund Sheehy and his wife, Mary Hayes, was born in Toomdeely, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and baptized on 11 November 1858. She was educated at the FCJ Boarding School, Bruff. She entered the congregation of the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ). Following her reception of the religious habit on 26 July, 1880, she completed her novitiate and made profession of her religious vows on 2 February, 1881. On 17 February, 1889, she was sent to the convent at St Anne D’Auray, Britany, France, the home of the FCJ congregation, and remained there for the rest of her life. She was a sister of Sr Helene Sheehy (qv). This convent has not, however, been able to supply information concerning her later life or death. (FCJ MP, 2012)

Sheehy, Sr Bridget Clare (1855-79) RSM

Bridget Sheehy, daughter of Edward and Margaret Sheehy, was born in Cratloe, Athea Co. Limerick, on 1 September 1855. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Abbeyfeale on 18 March 1878. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Clare. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 5 October 1879. By this time, however, she was already seriously ill and she died five days later on 10 October 1879. She was interred in the cemetery attached to the Convent of Mercy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, (RSM SC, AB 14/4/16)

Sheehy, Sr Bridget Margaret (1830-1907) RSM

Bridget Sheehy, daughter of Patrick Sheehy and his wife, Bridget Liston, was born in Gurrane, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, on 30 September 1830. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Pontypool, South Wales, on 27 July 1865. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Margaret, on 19 November 1865. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Pontpool on 3 March 1867. She died on 6 September 1907 and was buried in New Elgin, Scotland. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15)

Sheehy, Sr Charlotte Bernard (1848-1921) RSM

Charlotte Sheehy, daughter of Edward Sheehy and his wife, Mary Anne De Courcy, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 17 March 1848. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, on 31 May 1866. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Bernard. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent her entire life in Australia, dying in Bathurst, NSW, on 19 June 1921. She was buried in Bathurst. She was a sister of Sr Mary Gertrude Sheehy (qv). (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Sheehy, Sr Charlotte Patrick (1875-1947) RSM

Charlotte Sheehy, daughter of Henry Sheehy and his wife, Mary Hastings, was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 17 March 1875. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, on 8 September 1895. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patrick. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent her entire life in Australia, dying in Bathurst on 26 October 1947. She was buried in Bathurst, NSW. (INSCCA 1838- 1918)

Sheehy, Sr Elizabeth Edmund (1893-1986) SIJ

Elizabeth Sheehy, daughter of Edmund Sheehy and Mary Hayes, was born in Gortnagranagher, Moig North, Askeaton, on 17 March 1893. She was educated at Drishane Convent, Millstreet, Co. Cork. On 15 August, 1914, she entered the Sisters of the Infant Jesus (SIJ), at Drishane Convent, and

was professed on 15 August, 1916. She worked for many years as a member of the teaching staff at Drishane Convent and died there on 7 October, 1986. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (IJ, 2015)

Sheehy, Sr Elizabeth Marcelino (1936-92) SCJM

Elizabeth (Betty) Sheehy, daughter of Daniel Sheehy and his wife, Margaret Kiely, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 4 June 1936. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) at Moore Abbey, Monastereven, Co. Kildare, 2 February 1959. When receiving the religious habit on 18 August 1959, she also received a new religious name, Sister Marcelino. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 20 August 1961. She qualified as a teacher and taught in SCJM schools in the UK, including Letchworth. Herts. and Tottington, Lancs. She died at Bury, Lancs., on 13 August 1992 and was interred at Holly Mount, Lancs. She was a sister of Sr Margaret Amelia Sheehy (qv). (SCJM, Helen, 21/1/15)

Sheehy, Sr Helene (1862-1900) FCJ

Helene Sheehy, daughter of Edmund Sheehy and his wife, Mary Hayes, was born in Toomdeely, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and baptised in the Catholic church, Askeaton, on 5 April, 1862. She entered the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) Sisters and received the religious habit on 26 July, 1880. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 2 February, 1881. She spent the remainder of her life in the convent in Bruff, teaching and caring for the girls who boarded there. She died on 31 August, 1900, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the FCJ Convent, Bruff. She was a sister of Sr Anne Sheehy (qv). (FCJ Archives, 2012).

Sheehy, Sr Margaret Amelia (1921-86) SCJM

Margaret Sheehy, daughter of Daniel Sheehy and his wife, Margaret Kiely, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 5 October 1921. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) on 26 May 1938. When receiving the religious habit on 6 December 1938, she also received a new religious name, Sister Amelia. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 8 December 1939. She worked as a teacher in Letchworth, UK, Bideford, UK, Australia, and Delvin, Co. Meath. She

died at the SCJM convent, Delvin, on 21 February 1986 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Elizabeth Marcelino Sheehy (qv). (SCJM arch, Sr Helen, 1/3/16)

Sheehy, Sr Mary Ambrose (1897-1978) SIJ

Mary Sheehy, daughter of Edmund Sheehy and Mary Hayes, was born in Gortnagranagher, Moig South, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 8 September, 1897. She entered the Sisters of the Infant Jesus (SIJ) at Drishane Convent, Millstreet, on 25 March, 1922, taking the name, Sister Ambrose. She was professed on 15 August, 1924. She worked for some years as a member of the teaching staff of the convent school, but was later assigned to the knitting factory in Drishane Convent, where she became a supervisor. Subsequently, she travelled around Munster in connection with orders for the factory. She died at the convent on 12 January, 1978, and is buried in the cemetery attached to the convent grounds. (IJ archives, Cork).

Sheehy, Sr Mary Gertrude (1841-1927) RSM

Mary Sheehy, daughter of Edward Sheehy and his wife, Mary Anne De Courcy, was born in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 13 April 1841. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia, on 21 November 1860. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Gertrude. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She spent her entire life in Australia, dying at Bathurst on 19 September 1927. She was a sister of Sr Charlotte Bernard Sheehy (qv). (INSCCA 1838-1918)

Sheehy, Sr Nora Carmel (1910-70) PBVM

Nora Sheehy was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in 1910. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM), South Western Province. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Carmel. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and spent many years in the classroom, especially in Lixnaw. She died in Lixnaw on 1 June 1970 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the Presentation Convent, Lixnaw, Co. Kerry. (PBVM CC, 24/6/16)

Shine, Sr Mary Stanislaus (1911-98) RSM

Mary Shine, daughter of Maurice Shine and his wife, Ellen Heffernan, was born in Ballyine, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick, on 18 December 1911. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Wanstead, London E11, UK, on 15 September1930. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Stanislaus. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 22 April 1933. She spent all her life in the UK, and died in Wanstead, London E11, on 2 April 1998. She was buried in Leytonstone, London E15, UK. (RSM UK, CC 18/9/14)

Shinnors, Rev Matthew (1845-1910) OMI

Matthew Francis Shinnors was born in County Limerick in 1845. He joined the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) and was ordained priest in 1869. He was a man of considerable ability and was in demand as a preacher and retreat director. He ministered in Leith (Edinburgh), Rock Ferry (Birkenhead), Leeds, London, Dublin and the USA. Following a period preaching in the USA, he wrote a series of articles for the Irish Ecclesiastical Record, in whch he mentioned the loss of Irish Catholics to the US church. Though his revelations were not welcomed by the US Church authorities, the veracity of his facts were not questioned. He was superior for several years in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Kilburn, London. He died in Inchecore, Dublin, on 13 April, 1910, and was interred in the cemetery attached to the OMI community residence. (The Tablet 23/4/1910)

Somers, Sr Bridget Columba (1877-1953) RSM

Bridget Somers, daughter of James Somers and Mary Kenrick, was born 1 March 1877 in Courtbrowne, Askeaton, Co. Limerick. Through the influence of Bishop John Hogan, a Limerick priest, who became Bishop of Kansas City, MO., she entered the Sisters of Mercy, Kansas City, MO., USA. She received the habit on 19 December, 1912, and was professed 2 January, 1915. She took the religious name of Sister Mary Columba and went on to train as a nurse at Mercy Hospital, Denver, Co. In the course of her religious life, she served St Agnes Academy, Kansas City, MO.; St John’s Hospital, Joplin, MO.; Mercy Hospital, Denver, CO.; St Catherine’s Home, Kansas City, MO., where she died on 25 November, 1953. She is buried in St Mary’s Cemetery, Kansas City, MO., USA. (RSM MO, USA, 2015).

Somers, Sr Mary Patrick (1881-1973) RSM

Mary Somers, daughter of Daniel Somers and his wife, Maryanne O’Callaghan, was born in Shangarry, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 5 March 1881. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) New Zealand province. She then set sail for New Zealand and arrived in Christchurch on 20 December 1902. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Patrick. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 20 July 1905. She began teaching in 1903 in Papanui, spending the next 42 years there. In her later years, she lost her sight, but still maintained contact with her highly appreciative past students. She died on 18 July 1973, aged 92 years, and was interred in Waimari Cemetery, Christchurch, New Zealand. (RMS Int, MKD 4/11/15)

Somers, Sr Mary Veronica (1873-1919) OSU

Mary Somers, daughter of Michael Somers and Bridget O’Carroll, was born in Courtbrowne, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, and baptised in Ballysteen church on 9 February, 1873. She was educated at the Ursuline Convent Boarding School, Blackrock, Cork. She joined the Ursuline Sisters (OSU) in 1903, taking the name Sister Veronica, and was professed in 1906. She was a member of the staff of the Ursuline Convent, Blackrock, Cork, for many years and died there on 17 December, 1919. She is buried in the cemetery attached to the convent grounds. (OSU Cork, 2015 Records, Blackrock, Cork).

Stack, Rev James (1881-1958) CSsR

James Stack was born in Broadford, Co. Limerick, in 1881. He entered the Redemptorist (CSsR) congregation and was ordained priest. He was assigned to England, where he ministered in Kensington, London. With the outbreak of World War I, he enlisted as chaplain to the Royal Munster Fusiliers and was wounded in the course of duty in 1916. On recovery, he returned to the front and continued as chaplain. He was mentioned in dispatches for his bravery under fire and was awarded the OBE in recognition of his outstanding service. Moreover, he was specifically mentioned by Field Marshall, Sir John French, C-in-C of the British Expeditionary Forces, in his valedictory dispatch. Fr Stack died at Bishop Stopford, Herts., UK, in March 1958. He was interred in the UK. (ancestry.com)

Stack, Sr Catherine Luke (1910-2005) SCSP

Catherine Stack, daughter of Michael Stack and his wife, Ellen Dalton, was born in Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 8 December 1910. She joined the Sisters of Charity of St Paul (SCSP) at Selly Park, Birmingham, UK, on 9 April 1928. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary St Luke. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 26 November 1929. In the course of her ministry, she served in Radford (1931-38; 1949-54) Dawlish (1977-82); Hounslow (1982-88) and Birmingham (1988-06). She spent her final years as a resident at Annie Bright Weston Home, Birmingham. She died at St Paul’s Convent, Selly Park, on 13 July 2005 and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (SCSP AC, 2015)

Stack, Sr Hanora Evangelist (1893-1977) RSM

Hanora Stack, daughter of Thomas Stack and his wife, Helena Shanahan, was born in Ballygoghlin, Glin, Co. Limerick, on 28 March 1893. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) Balloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry, on 7 March 1933. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Evangelist. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in Balloonagh on 19 September 1936. Already a qualified nurse before she entered, she took a post as a nurse at St Brigid’s Hospital, Listowel, Co. Kerry, where she remained until her retirement. She then went to live in the Convent of Mercy, Ballybunnion. Her last days were spent in the Isolation Hospital, Killarney, where she died on 21 December 1977. She was an aunt of Sr Irene Stack (qv). (RSM SP, DL 7/1/15)

Stack, Sr Irene Michael (1923-2012) RSM

Irene Stack, daughter of Ned Stack and his wife, Josephine Ruddle, was born in Ballygoghlin, Glin, Co. LImerick, on 26 March 1923. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St John’s, Balloonagh, Tralee, on 8 September 1941. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Michael. Subsequently, she reverted to using her baptismal name. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 12 August 1944. She then qualified as a teacher at Carysfort Teacher Training College, after which she taught in Tralee. In 1961, she volunteered for a new mission in Carmichael CA, USA, and taught there

for several years. On retirement, she returned to Tralee and spent her last years in Catherine McAuley Nursing Home and, later, in Fatima House, Tralee, where she died on 5 February 2012. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Mercy Convent, Baloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry. She was a niece of Sr Hanora Evangelist Stack RSM (qv). (RSM SP, DL 29/12/14)

Staff, Sr Mary Sabina (1878-1935) SHCJ

Mary Staff, daughter of Michael Staff and Catherine Kenrick, was born in Ballinacarriga, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 25 March, 1878. She joined the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus (SHCJ), with her relative, Mary Ellen O’Rourke. She received the religious habit at Holy Child Convent, Mayfield, Sussex, on 20 April, 1901, taking Sister Sabina, as her religious name. After completing her novitiate, she made her religious profession on 20 April, 1903. She spent her entire life in England, the earlier part in Cavendish Square, London, and the later part in Blackpool, Lancs. She was active up to a few days before her death, when she began to experience dizzy spells. She died early on 19 December, 1935, at the Holy Child Convent, Layton Hill, Blackpool. She was interred in the Holy Child burial plot in Layton Hill Cemetery, Lancs. (CHCJ UK, 2009)

Stokes, Sr Johanna Kathleen (1910-2000) CSC

Johanna Stokes, daughter of John Stokes and Catherine Fitzgerald, was born in Kildimo, Co. Limerick, on 20 February 1910. She entered the Holy Cross Sisters (CSC) at St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN, USA, on 27 August 1928. When receiving the religious habit on on 15 August 1929, she also received a new religious name, Sister Kathleen. She made final profession of vows on 15 August 1934. She qualified as a teacher and taught in several CSC schools in Oakland, CA; San Francisco, CA; Boise ID; Ventura, CA; Santa Cruz, Tucson AZ; Salt Lake City UT; Los Angeles CA. She also spent many years as school principal. She died on 16 July 2000 and was interred in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, St Mary’s, Notre Dame, IN, USA. (CSC, JF, 1/8/16)

Taylor, Rev Michael Thomas (1839-1915) OP

Michael Taylor, son of John Taylor and Margaret Collins, was born in Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, on 1 May 1839. He entered the Dominican Order (OP) in Tallaght, Dublin, in 1861. When receiving the religious

habit of the Dominicans, he also received a new religious name, Brother Thomas. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows. He then completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest in Galway on 25 March 1869. He spent his later years ministering in Kilkenny, where he was appointed Prior. He died in Kilkenny on 4 August 1915. and was buried in that city. (OP, 14/5/2005)

Toomey, Sr Mary Frances (1881-1968) PBVM

Mary Toomey was born in Gurteen, Feenagh, Co. Limerick, in 1881. She entered the Presentation Sisters (PBVM) in 1905. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Frances. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She qualified as a teacher and taught in Hospital, Co. Limerick, for several years. She died on 12 September 1968 and was interred in the cemetery attached to the convent in Hospital, Co. Limerick. (PBVM, BOL)

Upton, Rev John (1886-1953) Maitland

John Upton, son of John Upton and Bridget Keane, was born in Old Mill, Ardagh, Co. Limerick, on 24 June 1886. He was educated at Propaganda College, Rome, where he completed his clerical studies and was ordained priest for the diocese of Maitland in 1910. On 28 October 1910, he arrived in New South Wales to take up duties in the diocese of Maitland. Over the next 43 years, he ministered at Hamilton (1910-18); Cesnock (1918- 24); Lockinvar (1924-32) and Waratah (1932-53). He died on 19 May 1953 and his remains were interred in Sandgate cemetery, NSW, Australia. (Upton J, 10/1/15)

Upton, Sr Catherine Justina (1893-1980) RSM

Catherine Upton, daughter of John Upton and his wife, Bridget Keane, was born in Old Mill, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 30 November 1893. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) on 15 August 1912. She and a number of other girls of similar age travelled to Australia, to become members of the Mercy community in Melbourne, Victoria. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Justina, on 28 October 1914. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 November 1916. She qualified as a teacher and spent the remainder of her life in the ministry of education. She spent the last 25 years of her life

in Wodonga, Victoria, where she died on 17 August 1980. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the Mercy Convent in Wodonga. (Upton, 10/1/15)

Vaughan, Br Daniel Patrick (1922-2007) OFM

Daniel Vaughan, son of Patrick Vaughan and his wife, Margaret Colter, was born in Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 29 January 1922. He joined the Franciscan Friars Minor (OFM) in 1945. When receiving the Franciscan habit, he also received a new name, Brother Patrick. At the end of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 8 September 1947. His duties included cooking and care of the material fabric of the community. He served, successively, in Killarney, Multyfarnham, Killarney, Dublin, Cork Limerick, Drogheda, Killiney and Broc House, Dublin, where he was the first non-ordained Brother to be superior of the community. After that, he served in Drogheda, Carrick-on-Suir and Limerick. He died in Milford Hospice, Limerick, on 4 January 2007. (OFM Killiney, 29/8/14)

Vaughan, Sr Bridget (1913-34) CHF

Bridget Vaughan, daughter of David Vaughan and his wife, Hannah Gilbourne, was born in Ballydonnell, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 12 March, 1913. At the end of her schooling, she joined the Holy Faith Sisters (CHF) in Glasnevin, Dublin. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She then went on to train as a teacher but died in 1934, at the age of 21 years. Her remains were interred in the Holy Faith burial plot, Glasnevin cemetery, Dublin 9. She was a sister of Sr Nora and Sr Margaret Fintan Vaughan (qv). (333, ftbttb)

Vaughan, Sr Margaret Fintan (1919-2010) RSM

Margaret (Peggy) Vaughan, daughter of David Vaughan and his wife, Hannah Gilbourne, was born in Ballydonnell, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 6 July 1919. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) in Auckland, New Zealand on 9 March 1938. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Fintan. The New Zealand branch of her congregation was known as Kga Whaea Atawhai. She spent the remainder of her life teaching in Catholic schools in New Zealand. She died 27 May 2010. She was a sister of Sr Nora Vaughan (qv) and of Sr Bridget Vaughan (qv). (RSM Int, MKD 18/12/2015)

Vaughan, Sr Nora (1925-2003) FC

Nora Vaughan, daughter of David Vaughan and his wife, Hannah Gilbourne, was born in Ballydonnell, Feohanagh, Co. Limerick, on 4 April, 1925. She entered the Daughters of the Cross (FC) congregation at Beech Park, Stillorgan, Dublin. She qualified as a care worker and spent many years caring for mentally-handicapped children. She died on 28 August, 2003, aged 78 years. She was a sister of Sr Bridget (qv) and Sr Margaret Fintan Vaughan (qv). (ftbttb, 333)

Wall, Rev James (1878-1950) Limerick

James Wall was born in Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, and baptised in his parish church on 25 September 1878. He studied for the priesthood at St Patrick’s College, Carlow, and was ordained for the diocese of Limerick on 31 May, 1903. Following ordination, he was sent on loan to the Archdiocese of Liverpool, where he served for four years (1903-07). On his return to the diocese of Limerick, he was appointed curate in Croom (1907). In 1907, he was appointed Dean of St Munchin’s Diocesan College, followed by an appointment as President of the College in 1925. In 1934, he was appointed Parish Priest of Bulgaden, after which he was transferred as Parish Priest to Croom in 1936. He continued in this post until his death on 31 January, 1950, aged 71 years. He was appointed Canon of the Cathedral Chapter in 1941. He was interred in the Church grounds, Croom, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 111)

Wall, Sr Catherine Ursula (1904-83) SOSJ

Catherine Josephine Wall, daughter of John Wall and his wife, Elizabeth O’Connor, was born in Aughinish, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, on 17 March 1904. She joined the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ) in North Sydney, NSW, Australia, on 23 December 1925. When receiving the religious habit on 17 January 1927, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ursula. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 January 1928. She qualified as a teacher and taught in Thebarton, Peterborough, Pekina, Burra, Kingswood, Jamestown, Largs Bay, Balaklava, Pinnaroo and Kensington. She died at St Joseph’s Convent, Cowandilla, SA, on 20 December 1973. She was interred in Mitcham Cemetery, SA. (SOSJ RK, 2/5/16)

Wall, Sr Ellen Marianne (1850-1934) SOSJ

Ellen Wall, daughter of James Wall and his wife, Mary Naughton, was born in Aughinish Island, Barrigone, Foynes, Co. Limerick, in 1850. She attended Mount Pleasant National School, after which she entered the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart (SOSJ). At the aged of 20, she went to Thebarton, Adelaide, South Australia, where she worked for the rest of her life. When receiving the religious habit on 2 June 1870, she also received a new religious name, Sister Marianne of the Cross. She was a cousin of Sr Katherine Ursula Wall (qv). In her later years, she was transferred to St Joseph’s Convent, Kensington, Sydney, NSW, where she died in October 1934. She was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. (LL, 1/12/1934, news item)

Wall, Sr Hanoria Michael (1903-94) RSM

Hanoria Wall, daughter of Richard Wall and his wife, Mary O’Donnell, was born in Gorteen, Cloncagh, Co. Limerick, on 4 July 1903. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 30 September 1922. When receiving the religious habit on 7 April 1923, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Michael. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at St Mary’s on 18 April 1925. She died at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 19 June 1994, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Mary Malachy Wall RSM (qv). (RSM SC, AB 3/x/14)

Wall, Sr Kathleen Leonard (1881-1971) LCM

Kathleen Wall, daughter of James and Nora Wall, was born in Mondellihy, Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick, on 17 April 1881. She joined the Little Company of Mary (LCM) on 31 December 1917. When receiving the religious habit on 15 December 1918, she also received a new religious name, Sister Leonard. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 15 December 1920. She qualified as a nurse and spent her life in health ministry. She died on 17 October 1971. (LCM CK, 4/12/15)

Wall, Sr Mary Malachy (1901-1928) RSM

Mary Wall, daughter of Richard Wall and his wife, Mary O’Donnell, was born in Gorteen, Cloncagh, Co. Limerick, on 25 May 1901. She joined the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 9 September

1920. When receiving the religious habit on 2 April 1921, she also received a new religious name, Sister Mary Malachy. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows at St Mary’s on 7 April 1923. She died at St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, on 26 June 1943, and was buried in the cemetery attached to the convent. She was a sister of Sr Hanoria Wall RSM (qv). (RSM SC, AB 3/x/14)

Walsh, Sr Bridget (1893-1930) RSM

Bridget Walsh, daughter of James Walsh and Catherine Drew, was born at Druminycullane, Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, and baptised at St Patrick’s Church, Ballysteen, on 1 December, 1893. She entered the Convent of Mercy (RSM), Killaloe, on 8 December, 1915. She made her profession on 20 August, 1918. After profession, she was assigned to work at St Mary’s Boarding School, Killaloe, where she remained until her early death on 24 July, 1930. She is buried in the convent cemetery, Killaloe, Co. Clare. She was a sister of Sr Mary Veronica Walsh (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2015).

Walsh, Sr Bridget Brendan (1884-1922) SCJM

Bridget Walsh, daughter of Michael Walsh and his wife, Mary Ryan, was born in Riddestown, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, in 1884. She joined the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM). When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Brendan. She volunteered to join her congregation’s mission in Sri Lanka. Subsequently, she returned to England and died on 7 January 1922 at the SCJM convent, Holly Mount, Lancashire, UK, where she was also buried. She was a sister of Sr Honora Clementa Walsh SCJM (qv) (SCJM ER, 21/1/15)

Walsh, Sr Honora Clementa (1887-1967) SCJM

Honara (Nora) Walsh, daughter of Michael Walsh and his wife, Mary Ryan, was born in Riddlestown, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 20 July 1887. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) in England on 7 December 1909. When receiving the religious habit on 21 March 1910, she also received a new religious name, Sister Clementa. On completion of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 21 March 1911. She qualified as a teacher and taught in several SCJM schools in the UK, including Tottington (Lancs.), Bideford (Devon) and Northam

(Devon). She died at Lakenham, Devon, on 25 October 1967 and was buried in Devon, UK. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Brendan Walsh SCJM (qv). (SCJM ER, 21/1/15)

Walsh, Sr Ita Dominic (1905-38) PBVM

Ita Walsh was born in Ashford, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, in 1905. She joined the Presentation Sisters (PBVM). When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Dominic. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows. She died in 1938 at the early age of 33 years PBVM, BOL).

Walsh, Sr Mary (1850-1922) OP

Mary Walsh, daughter of John Walsh, was born in London in 1850 of Irish parents. When both parents died in an outbreak of diphtheria, while she was a baby, her paternal grandmother came to London and brought her back to the old family home in Ardrine, Castlemahon, Co. Limerick. She attended School in Castlemahon. Her grandmother died when she was 18 years of age and she immigrated to New York, with her uncle. She worked in New York until, following a religious experience, she started caring for destitute women and children. Initially, she consecrated herself as a vowed member of the Third Order of St Dominic (OP), but, later, she founded her own religious congregation, The Dominican Sisters of Hope, to continue her work for the poor and destitute. The congregation continues this work to the present day and has its Mother House at Ossining, New York. She died on 6 November, 1922. Her remains were interred in Ossining, New York, USA (ftbttb, 334).

Walsh, Sr Mary Brendan (1922-2002) SCJM

Mary Ita Walsh, daughter of Maurice Walsh and his wife, Catherine Kennelly, was born in Riddlestown, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, on 28 October 1922. She entered the Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary (SCJM) at Moore Abbey, Monasterevan, on 11 September 1946. When receiving the religious habit on 25 March 1947, she also received a new religious name, Sister Brendan. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 19 March 1945. She trained as a teacher and taught in several schools of

her congregation, including, Belgium Lethworth (Herts.), Monasterevan, Moate, Delvin and Epsom. She died at Epsom, Surrey, on 19 June 2002 and was buried in Monasterevan, Co. Kildare. (SCJM ER, 21/1/15)

Walsh, Sr Mary Veronica (1886-1972) RSM

May Walsh, daughter of James Walsh and Catherine Drew, was born at Druminycullane, Ballysteen, Co. Limerick, and baptised at St Patrick’s Church, Ballysteen, 25 September 1886. She entered the Sisters of Mercy at St Mary’s Convent (RSM), Bishop St, Limerick. She received the veil on 16 October, 1908, being known henceforth by her religious name, Sister Veronica. She was professed on 2 December, 1911. She spent some years catering for orphan children in Glin, before the institution was closed in 1926. Subsequently, she worked at St Catherine’s Home, Newcastle West. Her last twenty years were spent in St Mary’s Convent, Limerick, where she nursed sick and elderly nuns in the infirmary. She died there on 27 December, 1972, and is buried in the convent cemetery. She was a sister of Sr Bridget Walsh RSM (qv). (RSM SC, AB 2010)

Ward, Sr Elizabeth Baptista (1895-1980) SCL

Elizabeth Ward, daughter of David Ward and his wife, Ellen McEnery, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 18 April 1897. She joined the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth (SCL), Kansas, USA, on 9 November 1903. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Baptista. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 2 July 1906. She then qualified as a teacher (BA, MA) and spent the remainder of her life in education. She held some high-profile positions, including Principal and President. She taught in several States, including Colorado, Montana, Kansas and Missouri. She was also a member of the SCL General Council. She died on 7 December 1980 and was interred in the SCL burial plot, Mt Olivet Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kansas, USA. (SCL, Colleen, 26/8/15)

White, Rev James (1915-96) CSSp

James White was born in Coole East, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 31 October 1915. He joined the Spiritan congregation and, on completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows in 1938. He then completed his ecclesiastical studies and was ordained priest in 1944. After ordination,

he was assigned to The Gambia, where he spent the remainder of his life, apart from one year in Newark-on-Trent, Nottingham, England. In later life, he was diagnosed as suffering from Hanson’s Disease (leprosy). After an exhaustive drug and exercise treatment, he made a good recovery, proving that the disease was curable with the help of modern medicine. He served in Falabantang-Sambang, Basse and Bwiam. After nearly 60 years on the missions, he died in Banjul, The Gambia, on 28 February 1996. He was buried in The Gambia. (Farragher, ISR, 530)

White, Rev Thomas (1870-1932) SJ

Thomas White, son of Colonel John P White and his wife, Emily McMahon, was born in Nantenan House, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 4 February 1870. On 7 September 1889, he entered the English province of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) and began his novitate, followed by his seminary training. He was ordained priest on 20 September 1903, and made his final vows on 2 February 1908. He kept close contact with his two sisters, Eileen (qv) and Emily (qv), who were members of the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus. When he died on 4 May 1932, aged 62 years, he was buried in the Holy Child Convent, St Leonards-on-sea, East Sussex. (SJ archives, 2015)

White, Sr Aileen Salome (1866-1937) SHCJ

Eileen Mary White, daughter of Colonel John P White and his wife, Emily McMahon, was born in Nantenan House, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, on 8 May 1866. She was educated by the Sisters of the Holy Child (SHCJ) in England and, on completion of her secondary schooling, entered this congregation at St Leonards-on-Sea, on 23 January 1894, taking the new name, Sister Salome. She qualified as a teacher and taught in the Holy Child Schools at Harrowgate and Oxford, where she was superior. In 1936, she was chosen as one of the Sisters to open the first Holy Child convent at Stamullen, Co. Meath. Soon afterwards, however, when her health deteriorated, she returned to Mayfield, Surrey, where she died on 5 June 1937. She was buried with her sister, Emily, and brother, Rev Tom White, at St Leonard’s, East Sussex, UK. (SHCJ UK, 2011)

White, Sr Emily Theodore (1874-1951) SHCJ

Emily Mary White, daughter of Colonel John P White and his wife, Emily McMahon, was born in Nantenan House, Cappagh, Askeaton, on 24 May 1874. She was educated as a boarder at the Holy Child Convent (SHCJ), St Leonard’s, UK, and, on completion of her secondary education, entered that congregation. She received the religious habit, together with the new name, Sister Theodore, on 9 December 1897. She made her religious profession at St Leonard’s on 8 December 1899. She qualified as a teacher and taught at St Leonard’s and Mayfield. She was then selected as one of the first Holy Child Sisters to study at Oxford University, where she obtained a degree in modern history. She was subsequently superior at Harrowgate and St Leonard’s. She died on 5 January 1951, and, together with her sister, Eileen, and brother, Fr Tom White SJ, was buried in the convent cemetery, St Leonards, East Sussex.

The oratory at Nantenan House was built to enable Sisters Eileen and Emily to visit their old home for a family reunion. Ecclesiastical rules at the time required religious to reside in the nearest convent (Rathkeale), permission being granted only for short day-time visits to their home. With the completion of the oratory, Colonel White got approval to make his home an ‘occasional’ convent of the Holy Child Sisters, thereby enabling his two daughters to live in the house for the entire duration of their visit. Since his son, Fr Tom White, a Jesuit priest, was also visiting, the two nuns were able to attend Mass every morning in their own home. The oratory is still intact at Nantenan House, Askeaton, Co. Limerick. (CHCJ UK, 2011; White, S, 2010)

Winters, Rev Samuel (1931-93) Paterson

Samuel Winters was born in Ashford, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, on 10 April 1931. He did his clerical training at St Patrick’s Seminary, Maynooth, where he was ordained priest on 23 June 1957, for the diocese of Limerick. He went on loan to the diocese of Brooklyn, New York, remaining there until 1962, when he returned to Ireland. In 1967, he accepted an invitation from Bishop James Navagh to join the diocese of Patterson, New Jersey, where he ministered for the remainder of his life. His appointments included: Our Lady of the Assumption Parish, Passaic NY (1967-69); St Mary’s Dover NY (1969-71) Holy Cross, Wayne NY (1971-73; Passale Hospital Chaplain (1973-79). In 1979, he was nominated as Pastor of Our Lady of the Lake

Parish, Arlington, NY, where he remained until his death on 15 December 1993. His remains were returned to Ireland and he was buried in Killeedy cemetery, Co. Limerick. He received the title of Monsignor in 1989. (LDA, 26/2/16; JM, 2015)

Woulfe, Rev Cornelius (1919-2006) CSSp

Cornelius Woulfe was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 11 June 1917. He entered the Spiritan Congretation (CSSp) at the novitiate, Kilshane, Co. Tipperary, in September 1935. On completion of his novitiate, he made profession of vows on 5 September 1936. He completed his theological studies in Kimmage and was ordained priest on 16 July 1944. He joined the Spiritan mission in Nigeria in 1944 and for the next quarter of a century was engaged in pastoral and administrative work there. In 1970, he went to New York and became engaged in pastoral ministry. From 1971 to 1976, he was Provincial delegate. In 1976, he became hospital chaplain in Kingston, New York. On 16 August 2002, he was admitted to Marian House, Kimmage, where he died peacefully on 1 November 2008. He was buried in Shanganagh cemetery, Dublin. (CSSp, 30/10/14)

Woulfe, Rev Maurice (1912-89) Buffalo

Maurice Woulfe was born in Ballybehy, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 21 November 1912. He studied for the priesthood and was ordained for the diocese of Buffalo, New York. One of his first appointments was that of associate pastor of Our Lady Help of Christians, Buffalo NY in 1946. Subsequently, he became pastor of Our Lady Help of Christians, Cheektowaga, New York State 14225, in the diocese of Buffalo, New York. He also held the post of Director of the Catholic Youth Organisation for the diocese of Buffalo. In his later years, he was given the title Monsignor in recognition of his service to the diocese. He died on 16 December 1989 and was interred in Mt Olivet Cemetery, Kenmore, Erie, New York, USA. (Buffalo Courier-Express, 16/3/1960)

Woulfe, Rev Maurice Richard (1890-1962) Birmingham

Maurice Richard Woulfe was born in Cratloe, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 9 March 1890. He was educated at St Patrick’s College, Thurles, and Oscott College, UK, after which he was ordained priest for the archdiocese of Birmingham on 18 March 1916. His appointments in the Archdiocese of

Birmingham included: SS Peter & Paul, Wolverhamption (1916-22); St Catherine’s, Wolverhampton (1922-23) and Old Fallings, where he was Parish Priest for 38 years. He was a prominent figure in the Catholic life of the archdiocese and served as Rural Dean from 1938 to 1961. He was also responsible for building new schools and a new church. In his later years, his activities were restricted when he began to suffer from Parkinson’s disease. He died in Old Fallings on 24 November 1962. His remains were brought back to Ireland and were buried in the Church grounds, Athea, Co. Limerick. (Birmingham, 29/10/14)

Woulfe, Rev Michael (1922-95) CSSp

Michael Woulfe was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 14 July 1922. He joined the Spiritan Congregation (CSSp) in 1941 and made his first profession in 1942. He was ordained priest in 1950. Initially, he he was appointed to work on the promotions team in Ireland. In 1959, he was appointed to Kenya where he served in the Archdiocese of Nairobi. In 1962, he was sent to the USA to raise funds for the diocese. After a successful stint in fund raising, he returned to pastoral work, this time in a parish and later as chaplain to the Laguna Honda Hospital in San Francisco. He also served for a term as Superior in the West Coast. In 1992, he was appointed chaplain to Marian House, Kimmage Manor, Dublin 12. He died suddenly on 21 October 1995. His two brothers, Con (qv) and Richard (qv), also joined the Spiritan Congregation. (Farragher, ISR, 534).

Woulfe, Rev Patrick (1872-1933) Limerick

Patrick Woulfe, son of James Woulfe and his wife, Hanora Maher, was born in Cratloe, Athea, Co. Limerick, and baptised on 10 March, 1872. He was ordained priest at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth, on 19 June, 1898. After ordination, he was sent on loan to Wigan, Lancs., UK, where he remained until he received an appointment as curate at St Munchin’s in 1902. In 1905, he was appointed curate in Kilmallock (1905-25). On 25 November, 1925, he was appointed Parish Priest of Cappagh, where he remained until his death on 3 May 1933. He was author of a seminal book entitled, Slointe Gaedheal is Gall (Irish Names and Surnames). This volume was formerly to be found in every National School in Ireland. He also contributed articles to a number of journals. He was buried in the church grounds, Cappagh, Co. Limerick. (Tobin, 2004, 112)

Woulfe, Rev Richard (1919-2003) CSSp

Richard Michael Woulfe was born at New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 9 December 1919. He entered the Spiritan Novitiate in Kilshane where he made his profession on 10 September 1938. He was ordained priest on 13 July, 1947. After ordination, he worked in The Gambia for nine years. He went to Kenya in 1960 and his first appointment was to Kilimambogo Teachers College, where he taught for nine years. In 1969, he began a long career in Nairobi. He died after a very short illness at the Mater Hospital, Nairobi, on 11th October 2003. He was buried in St. Austin’s Cemetery, Nairobi. Kenya. (Farragher, ISR, 534)

Woulfe, Sr Honora Ide (1915-2015) SSL

Honora Woulfe, daughter of Richard Woulfe and his wife, Catherine Colbert, was born in Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, in December 1915. She entered the St Louis Sisters, Monaghan, in October 1934. When receiving the religious habit in August 1935, she also received a new religious name, Sister Ide, a very popular Saint in West Limerick. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows in August 1937. She qualified as a nurse and midwife and spent some years nursing in Ghana. Subsequently, she worked as a hospital chaplain, especially at Belfast City Hospital. She died on 4 July 2015 at Musgrave Park Hospital, Stockman’s Lane, Belfast BT9 7JB, and was buried in Hannaystown Cemetery, Belfast, NI. She was a sister of the late Sr Johanna Agatha Woulfe MSHR and of Frs Con, Richard and Michael Woulfe, members of CSSp congregation. (SSL DO’C, 2015)

Woulfe, Sr Johanna Agatha (1914-97) MSHR

Johanna Frances Woulfe, daughter of Richard Woulfe and his wife, Catherine Colbert, was born in New Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, on 17 January 1914. She entered the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Rosary (MSHR) at Killeshandra, Co. Cavan, on 8 September 1931. When receiving the religious habit, she also received a new religious name, Sister Agatha. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 9 October 1934. In 1939, she joined the MSHR missions in Ihiala, Nigeria, where she was engaged in teaching. Her subsequent appointments in Nigeria included terms in Enugu, Adazi, Port Harcourt, Ihitte, Onitsha, Adazi, Nsukka and Okigwe. In 1965, she returned to Killeshandra, Ireland, and became involved in Mission education. In 1986, she retired to the MSHR Nursing

Facility, Dublin. She died on 5 December 1997 at St Vincent’s Hospital, Dublin, and was buried in Shanganagh Cemetery, Shankill, Co. Dublin. She was a sister of Sr Ide Woulfe SSL and of Rev Con, Richard and Micheal Woulfe, all members of the Spiritan Congregation. (MSHR CH, 20/1/15)

Woulfe, Mary Brigid (1925-2014) MSHR

Mary Woulfe, daughter of Michael Woulfe and his wife, Nora Shine, was born in Knocknagorna, Athea, Co. Limerick, on 10 August 1925. She joined the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Rosary (MSHR) at Killeshandra, Co. Cavan, on 13 October 1954. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 13 August 1957. She worked in Nigeria (Ankpa and Makurdi, Benue State), Ireland the UK. She died after a long illness at Beneaven Nursing Home, Glasnevin, Dublin 11, on 6 January 2014 and was buried in Shanganagh, Dublin 18. (MSHR CH, 27/8/15)

Woulfe, Sr Mary Maurus (1904-1995) RSM

Mary Margaret Woulfe, daughter of John and Bridget Woulfe, was born in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, on 2 February 1904. She entered the Sisters of Mercy (RSM) at Harewood Avenue, London NW1 6JL, on 11 November 1928. She received the religious habit, together with a new religious name, Sister Maurus, on 15 August 1829. At the end of her novitiate, she made profession of vows on 17 August 1931. She spent all her working life at St Catherine’s School, Twickenham London TWI, where she supervised the cooking and catering. She died there on 3 August 1995 and was buried in the RSM section of the local cemetery, Twickenham TW1. (RSM UK, JS 4/3/15 2015)

 

 

References

 

A&B Archives, 2009: Diocese of Arundel and Brighton archives, Cathedral House, Parson’s Hill, Arundel, W Sussex BN18 9AY, UK, dates as indicated.

Africa, May 2016, 10: journal of St Patrick’s Missionary Society, Kiltegan, Co. Wicklow, date as indicated.

Annals SNJM, per J Upton, 9/1/15: Annals of Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, per John Upton, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, date as listed.

Askov American, Pine City 17/5/45: published in Askov, Pine City, MN, USA.

Aus Cath Dict. Australian Catholic Dictionary, online edition. Birmingham Arch, 30/x/14: Archdiocese of Birmingham UK archives, per Rev W Sharp, Cathedral House, Queensway, Birmingham B4 6EX, UK, date as listed.

Boland, TP, ADB, Vol. 8, MUP, 1981: Boland, TP, 1981, A Dictionary of Australian Biography. Melbourne: Melbourne University Press.

BPN July 2009: Bagenalstown (Co. Carlow) Parish Newsletter, July 2015. Brisbane archdioc, 2015: archives of archdiocese of Brisbane, Penola Place, 143 Edward Street Brisbane, Qld 4000, Australia, date as listed.

Buffalo Currier-Express, 16/3/60: retrieved 9/7/16 from https:// en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buffalo_Courier-Express.

Buffalo, Murphy, 28/x/14: Buffalo Diocesan archives, 795 Main Street Buffalo, New York 14203 per M Murphy, 28/x/14, date as listed.

C&G archives 14/11/14: archives of archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn, 2 Tyrrell Circuit, Kaleen ACT 2617, Australia, date as listed. C&P MNS: Cross & Passion archives, 299 Boarshaw Rd, Middleton, Manchester M24 2PF, Maire Ni Shuilleabhain, date as listed.

Carnduff, 2011: unpublished correspondence with Maureen Carnduff, Dublin 4, 2011.

Catholic Hierarchy: information from http://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/ bishop/bfitjp.html, retrieved 6/7/16.

Catholic Leader, Brisbane, 12/4/2013: retrieved from www.catholicleader. com.au/, 18/8/2016.

CBS PPU, #3, 51: Christian Brothers Adare, Journal of Past Pupils Union, No. 3.

CFC Necrologies: Christian Brothers Provincialate, Marino, Griffith Avenue, Dublin 9; bound volumes of CFC necrologies, dates as listed. CFC, 2015: Christian Brothers archives, Marino, Griffith Avenue, Dublin 9.

CHC, Notre Dame, USA: archives of Congregation of the Holy Cross, St Mary’s, South Bend, IN, USA.

Clergy News, Vol 37, No. 6, June, 2010, Diocese of G/H: Clergy News, Chancery Office, archdiocese of Glaveston/Houston, 1700 San Jacinto, TX 77002 8291, USA, date as listed.

CM, 2015: archives of Vincentians (CM) Provincialate, Raheny, Dublin 5, date as listed.

CSC JF, date: Congregation of Holy Cross, St Mary’s, South Bend IN, USA, Jean Fettig, date as listed.

CSN PH: Congregation of Sisters of Nazareth archives, 169-175 Hammersmith Rd, London W6 8DB, per Dr Peter Hughes, date as listed. CSSp, 30/10/14: archives of Spiritan Congregation, Temple Park, Richmond Avenue South, Dublin 6.

CSSR arch, 2/11/15: Redemptorists’ archives, 75 Orwell Road, Rathgar, Dublin 6.

CSSR, Memorial Card, 1986: Redemptorist archives, 75 Orwell Road, Rathgar, Dublin 6; memorial card of Rev Thomas Roche CSSR.

Daly, 5/8/14: unpublished information from C Daly, Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, date as listed.

Detroit, HC: Archdiocese of Detroit archives, 12 State Street, Detroit, MI 48226-1823, per Heidi Christien, archivist, date as indicated.

Dioc Chronicle, Baker, 2/11/14: Diocesan Chronicle, date as listed, see diocese of Baker below.

Diocese of Baker archives 13/11/14: Archives The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baker

PO Box 5999. Bend, OR 97708-5999, information, including copies of Condon-Globe Times, 16/9/66; The Diocese Chronicle, 4/11/2012, V 3 #23.

Diocese of Dodge City, 2015: archives, Diocese of Dodge City, PO Box 137, Dodge City, KS 67801, USA.

DMJ, AN, date: Daughters of Mary and Joseph archives, per Alice Nugent, date as listed.

Donovan, Tim, 2013, ‘Fr Tom Nolan (1837-1882) Fenian Priest’ in Deel Views, Summer 2013, 12-15.

Dromtrasna School Mag: School Magazine of Dromtrasna National School, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick.

Duhig, NCW, 15/10/15: Rev F Duhig, PP Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, Collection of documents relative to local vocations, dates as listed.

E&W Death Index, 1944, Q3: England and Wales Death Index accessed via ancestry.com.

Farragher, ISR: Farragher, Sean, ‘Irish Spiritans Remembered’ retrieved from htttp://www.irishspiritans.ie/irish_spiritans_remembered.pdf, pages as indicated.

FCJ MP, date: Faithful Companions of Jesus, 11 Priory Walk, Whitehall Road, Dublin 12, Sr Mary Philomena, date as listed.

Feenagh SVPr, 2014: Feenagh (Co. Limerick) Schools Vocation Project, 2014.

Feheney, 1998: Feheney, JM, Ballysteen: The People and the Place. Cork: Iverus, pages as listed.

Feheney, 2007, 22: Feheney, JM, 2007, Askeaton Ballysteen Biographical Dictionary. Cork: Iverus, page as listed.

Feheney, 2010: Feheney, JM, Adare and Barony of Kenry: Biographical Dictionary. Cork: Iverus, pages as listed.

Feheney, 2013: Feheney, JM, 2013, Presentation Brothers: Concise Biographies. Cork: Iverus, pages as listed.

Feheney, JM, 1996, The O’Shaughnessys of Munster. The People and their Stories. Cork: Iverus, pages as listed.

Feheney, JM, 2016, ‘Death of Br Clement’. Yearbook 2016, Presentation College, Bray. Bray: Presentation College, pages as indicated.

Florida Times,27/7/03; http:// www.jacksonville.com, retrieved 22/7/14. FMA, 2010: Salesian Sisters of St John Bosco, 203 Lower Kilmacud Rd, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, date as listed.

FMSA AR, 27/3/15: Franciscan Missionary Sisters for Africa, 34a Gilford Rd, Sandymount, Dublin 4, per Avril Reynolds, date as listed.

Foster, 2013, 125-126: Foster, Rev Stewart, 2013, The Deceased Clergy of the Diocese of Brentwood. Biographical Summaries: Brentwood: Brentwood Diocesan Archives, pages as specified.

FSC: De La Salle Brothers, c/o Provincialate, 121 Howth Road, Dublin 3.

Fthttb, 175: Doody-Scully, Margaret, From the Bog to the Bishop: Mahoonagh’s Religious bound together by their History. Nd, ISBN: 0-9540545-1-1; page references as listed.

Gaughan, 2012, 39: Gaughan, Anthony J, 2012, The Archbishops, Bishops and Priests who served in the archdiocese of Dublin, 1900-2011. Dublin, Kingdom Books, pages as indicated.

Goulburn Ev Post, 7/7/1947: retrieved 9/7/16 from http://www. goulburnpost.com.au/

Griffith, Richard, 1850, Primary Valuation of Tenements, County of Limerick: Dublin: Government Printing Office.

Hammel, 1982: Hammel, Rev Patrick J, 1982, Maynooth Students and Ordinations Index, 1795-1895. Maynooth; pages as indicated.

HCPP 1835 (369), 689: House of Commons British Parliamentary

Papers, 1835 (369), 689, available online.

HCPP 1837, [543-1, 543-II] 836-838: House of Commons British

Parliamentary Papers, 1837, [543-1, 543-II], 836-838; available online.

HCPP 1845 [616] [617], 788-792: House of Commons British

Parliamentary Papers, 1845 [616] [617], 788-792, available online. HFB CM, 4/12/14; Sisters of Holy Family of Bordeaux, 11 Aran Rd, Drumcondra, Dublin 9, per Catherine Moran, date as listed.

Hibernian Football Club, Edinburgh. Retrieved 9/7/16 from http:// www.hibshistoricaltrust.org.uk/hibernian-history/canon-hannan?tmpl. component.

Hickey, B, 16/2/16: unpublished correspondence between JMF and B Hickey, Knight St, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, date as listed.

Holmes, M, 17/5/16: private conversations with Martina Holmes, Charleville, Co. Cork, date as listed.

I Ind, 21/12/2009: Irish Independent, 21/12/2009.

IBVM AMcH, 25/2/16: Institute of Blessed Virgin Mary, Loreto House, Beaufort, Dublin 14, per Aine McHugh, date as listed.

IJ 2015: Infant Jesus Sisters, St Joseph’s, Model Farm Road, Cork, date as listed.

INSCCA 1838-1918: ‘Irish Nuns and Sisters of the Catholic Church in Australia, 1838-1918’, from Women of Vision: Ordinary Women, Extraordinary Lives; accessed via Clare County Library.

IR Times, 7/7/12: Irish Times obituary, 7/7/2012.

Irish Connection., 17/11/14: see www.irishconnection.com, retrieved 17/11/14.

JD, 4/12/15: unpublished information from Sr Josephine Dempsey, Laurel Hill Avenue, Limerick, date as listed.

JK: John Kennedy, Caherconlish, Co. Limerick, unpublished correspondence with JMF, 2015, 2016.

JM 2015: James Mulcahy, Ballaugh, Killeedy, Co. Limerick, private conversation with JMF, 2015, 2016.

JMF 3/9/14: Research by JM Feheney, date as listed.

Joseph Copse to JMF: Private discussions between Joseph Copse, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick, 1999.

Kane,1960, 309: Kane, Rev Michael in ‘Biographies’ Catholic Directory for Scotland, 1960, p.309.

Keating, Elizabeth, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, consultations with JMF, 2015-16.

Kennelly, Jer, 3/7/15: information retrieved 8/7/16 from www. newtownsandes.jimdo.com, date as indicated.

Kirksville Daily Express, October 1964 retrieved from http://www. kirksvilledailyexpress.com/

L Nash 24/3/16: Louisa Nash, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick; unpublished communication with JMF, date as listed.

LCM CK, 4/12/15: Little Company of Mary, 29 Woodpark, Ballinteer Ave, Dublin 16, per Charlotte Carlsson, date as listed.

LDA, 26/2/16: Limerick Diocesan Archives, Henry Street, Limerick, date as indicated.

Limerick Jesuit Centenary Record, 1859-1959. Limerick: Jesuit Community.

Liverpool, 2011: archives of archdiocese of Liverpool, c/o Archbishop’s House, Lowood, Carnatic Road, Liverpool L18 8BY, UK, per M White, date as listed.

LL, 2015: The Limerick Leader, O’Connell Street, Limerick, date as indicated.

LL, Mount Collins Notes, 7 March 2015: Limerick Leader, dates as listed. Loghill Parish Register: Parish Register of Loghill/ Ballyhahill parish, Co. Limerick.

LSA CM, Little Sisters of the Assumption, 42 Rathfarnham Rd, Dublin 6W, per Carmel Molloy, date as listed.

LSP D5, 2015: Little Sisters of the Poor, Provincial Office, Raheny, Dublin 5, date as listed.

LSP Saint-Pern 11/9/14: Little Sisters of the Poor, 35190 Saint-Pern, France, date as listed

LSU, 23/9/14: La Saint Union Sisters, 55 Croftdown Rd, London NW5 1EL, UK, date as listed.

MB (Burke), Mohill, 4/1/16: unpublished information from M Burke, Mohill, Co. Leitrim, date as indicated.

M Griffin, 21/8/15: unpublished correspondence with M Griffin, Granagh, Co. Limerick.

McNamara, M, 2011: private correspondence between JMF and M McNamara, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, date as indicated.

McNamara. Patrick J, 2006, Their Names Liveth for Evermore. The Memorial Record of Limerick Casualties of World War II. Limerick: Limerick Historical Publications, pages as listed.

MHM, 3/6/14: Mill Hill Missionaries archives c/o Provincialate, 50 Orwell Park, Rathgar, Dublin 6, date as listed.

Mobile Dioc Arch, 3/11/14: archives of archdiocese of Mobile, AL, USA, Government Street, Mobile AL 36602, USA.

Moloney M, NMAJ II, 1940-41: Moloney, Rev M, ‘Limerick and Gerald Griffin’. North Munster Antiquarian Journal, Vol. II, 1940-41, PP 4-13. MSC 25/11/15: archives of Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, Western Road, Cork, dates as listed.

MSHR CH, Missionary Sisters of the Holy Rosary, Drumullac, 41 Westpark, Dublin 5, per Catherine Hally, date as listed.

Mulcair, S., 2007: private communication with Mrs S Mulcair, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, date as listed.

Murphy, S RSM, 2007: unpublished communication with Sr Sheila Murphy RSM, San Diego CA, USA, date as indicated.

NAI, census, 1911: National Archives, Census Ireland 1901 & 1911. Newtownsandes.jimdo.com, ret 33/7/15: website of James Kennelly, Newtownsandes, Co. Kerry

North-West Catholic, ret 26/6/2014: http://www.nwcatholic.org/, retrieved 26/6/14.

Ó Corbuí, Máirtín, 1975, Kenry, The Story of a Barony in County Limerick. Pallaskenry: Máirtín Ó Corbuí, page numbers as listed. O’Shea FA 2009: O’Shea Family archive, Ballyvareen, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, date as listed.

OCD, 2015: archives of Carmelites (OCD), c/o Provincialate, 53 Marlborough Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4, date as listed.

OCDS, 2015: Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites, St Joseph’s Community, Avila, Morehampton Road, Dublin 4, date as listed.

OCSO, 2015: archives of Cistercian Abbey, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, 2015.

O’Donovan, Br James, Maiville, Turner’s Cross, Cork, private discussions, various dates 2016.

OFM Cap Arch, 2/11/15: archives at Capuchins, c/o Provincialate, 112 Halston Street, Dublin 7.

OFM, Killiney: Franciscan Archives, Dún Mhuire, Seafield Road, Killiney, Co. Dublin.

OLA 5/6/14: Our Lady of the Apostles, Ardfoyle, Ballintemple, Cork, date as listed.

OMI: Archives of Oblates of Mary Immaculate, c/o Provincialate, Inchicore, Dublin 8.

OP Mary OBryne, 7/9/15: Dominican Sisters, Mary Bellew House, Cabra, Dublin 7, per Mary OBryne, date as listed.

OP, 2014: Dominican Order of Preachers, Provincialate, St Mary’s, Tallaght, Dublin 24.

OSB MLK, 5/12/2011, Benedictine Sisters, USA, per Sr ML Krenner OSB, date as listed.

O’Shaughnesy, Kitty, Ballynolan, Kildimo, Co. Limerick, consultations with JMF, 2015-16.

OSU, Cork, 2015: Ursuline Sisters, Ursuline Convent, Blackrock, Cork, date as listed.

P Fitz, date: Patrick Fitzgibbon, Glasheen, Cork, private conversation, date as listed.

Palm Beach Post 1/5/2012: retrieved 9/7/16 from www.palmbeachpost. com/s/news/

Pasadena Star-News, Sep 1984: News item from Passadena Star-News

newspaper, Passadena, CA, USA, date as listed.

PBVM Archives, Victoria: Presentation Sisters archives, 73 Grey Street, St Kilda West Vic 3182, Au.

PBVM CC 24/6/16: Presentation Sisters, per Sr Canisius Collins, Milltown, Co. Kerry, date as listed.

PBVM SR, date: Presentation Sisters 52 Chesterfield Road Matlock Derbyshire DE4 3FT,

UK, per Sr Susan Reichert PBVM, date as listed.

PBVM Windsor, Au: Presentation Sisters, Windsor College, Melbourne, Australia, date as listed.

PBVM, BOL: Presentation Sisters: ‘Book of Life’, A Congregational Obituary List.

PCC, 2015: Poor Clare Convent, College Road, Cork, 2015, date as listed.

Pierce, 1986, 73-74: Pierce, Tom, 1986, ‘Executions in Adare’. Christian Brothers Adare, Past Pupils Union Magazine, No. 4, 73-74.

RBS EMcA, Bon Secours Sisters, College Road, Cork, per Evelyn McAuley, date as listed.

RCA, Southwark: Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark archives, Archbishop’s House, 150 St George’s Road, Southwark, London SE1 6HX, UK, date as listed.

RGS NG, 19/11/15: Good Shepherd Sisters, 245 Lower Kilmacud Rd, Goatstown, Dublin 14, per N Griffin, date as listed.

Riordan, Jim, Cappagh, Co. Limerick, 2015-16, private consultations with JMF.

RJM V: 4/11/15: Religious of Jesus and Mary, 110 Goatstown Rd, Dublin 14, per Sr Veronica, date as listed.

Rockhampton, 21/10/14: archives of diocese of Rockhampton, 170 William St, Allenstown QLD 4700, Australia.

RSM Au, Perth & Bunbury, 2014: RSM Archives, Perth & Bunbury, Australia, date as listed.

RSM Int, MKD: Sisters of Mercy International, MK Dobrovolny, Lower Baggot St, Dublin 2, date as listed.

RSM MO, Kansas City, Mo, USA: Sisters of Mercy, Kansas City, MO, USA, date as listed.

RSM NP, EK: Sisters of Mercy, Northern Province, per E Kenny, date as listed.

RSM SC AB 2014: Sisters of Mercy, South Central, Booterstown, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, per A Bugler, date as listed.

RSM SP, DL 8/5/16: Sisters of Mercy, Southern Province, Baloonagh, Tralee, Co. Kerry, per D Lynch, date as listed.

RSM UK, CC 11/12/14: Sisters of Mercy Archives, Bermondsey, UK, per C Childs, date as listed.

RSM UK, JS 2012: Sisters of Mercy Union, 11 Harewood Ave, London NW1 6LD UK, per J Smith, date as listed.

RSM UK, Shankley 2010: Sisters of Mercy, Shankley, Isle of Wight, UK, date as listed.

RSM WP, Sr T, 30/5/14: Sisters of Mercy, Western Province, per Sr Teresa, date as listed.

SAC, 2015: Archives of Pallottines (SAC), Sandyford Road, Dundrum, Dublin 16.

Salford DA, 2013: Diocese of Salford archives, 3 Ford Street, Salford M3 6DP, UK.

SCJM ER, 4/7/16: Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary, Moore Abbey, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare, per Elizabeth Roche, date as listed

SCL, Colleen, 26/8/15: Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, 4200 South 4th Street Kansas, 66408, USA, date as listed.

SCSP AC, date: Sisters of Charity of St Paul archives, Selly Park, Birmingham, UK, A Cunningham, date as listed.

SDB, 2015: Salesian Archives, c/o Provincialate., 45 St Teresa’s Road, Crumlin, Dublin 12, date as listed.

Seattle dioc arch, 17/x/14: Seattle archdiocesan archives, 710 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-2017, USA.

Seattle Times, 15/8/1997: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/seattletimes/ retrieved, 6/6/15.

SHCJ UK, 2009: Sisters of Holy Child Jesus, 11 Belgrave Road, London SW1V 1RB, UK, date as listed.

Sheehy, Mary, Askeaton, Co. Limerick, private consultations with JMF, 2015-16.

SHSp MC, 9/1/15: Sisters of the Holy Spirit, 301 Yucca Street San Antonio, TX, 78203 per M Connors, date as listed.

SJ Archives, 2011 & SJ, DB: Irish Jesuit Archives, 36 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin DO2 CD93, date as listed.

SJA St Emile: Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparition, St Emile, France, per Sr Sheila, date as listed.

SJC BM, date: St Joseph of Cluny archives, per B Moore, Provincialate, Mount Sackville, Chapelizod, Dublin 20, date as listed.

SMA, Cork 21/09/2014: Society of African Missions archives, Blackrock Road, Cork.

SMG, JO’R, 6/9/15: Servants of Mother of God, St. Mary’s Convent, 10 The Butts, Brentford, Middlesex, TW8 8BQ, UK, date as listed.

SOSJ RK, 2/5/16: Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, Granagh, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick, Roslyn Kennedy, date as listed

Southern Cross, 18/8/1916: published by archdiocese of Adelaide, SA, accessed via ancestry.com.

Southwark, 27/4/14: archives of archdiocese of Southwark, archbishop’s House, 150 St George’s Road, Southwark London SE1 6HX, date as indicated.

SPS, Africa, May 2016, 10: St Patrick’s Missionary Society (SPS), Kiltegan, Co. Wicklow, congregational missionary magazine, Africa, date as indicated.

SSC archives, 2/4/16: Archives of St Columban’s Missionary Society, St Columban’s, Dalgan Park, Navan, Co. Meath, dates as listed.

SSHJM MH, 5/11/15: archives of Sisters of Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary, 803 Chigwell Road, Woodford Bridge, Essex IG8 8AU, Sr MH, date as listed.

SSL DO’C: 19/1/15: Sisters of St Louis archives, 60 Ard Easmuinn, Dundalk, Co. Louth, per DO’C, date as listed.

St John archives, NL, 30/10/14: Archives of archdiocese of St John, St John, Newfoundland/ Labrador per Anne Walsh, date as listed.

    TA, 125, 55: Aherne, Tom. 2003, St Mary’s Church Carrigkerry. 125 Years a                     Growing.             

The Buffalo News, 15/10/1998: retrieved 6/7/16 from http://www. buffalonews.com/

The Guardian, Little Rock, retrieved 12/04/2014 from http://arc. stparchive.com/Archive/ARC/ARC04211917p01.php.

The Register, Fresno archives, 28/7/1966: Diocesan newspaper, The Register, Diocese of Fresno, CA, USA, date as listed.

The Times, Apalachicola & Carrabelle, USA, 5/4/2010, retrieved 9/7/16 from https://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navcli ent&aq=&oq=The+Times%2c+Apalachicola+%26+Carrabel le&hl=en-GB&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4UCDN_en-GBIE567IE 567&q=The+Times%2c+Apalachicola+%26+Carrabelle&gs_ l=hp...0i22i30.0.0.46.174593.        0.j0A0ikVHPzo.

The Week, Brisbane, 24/10/1919: retrieved 9/7/16 from trove.nla.gov.au/ newspaper/issue/

Tobin, 2004: Tobin, Matthew, 2004; ‘The Priests of the Diocese of Limerick 1878-1917’. MA thesis, Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, pages as indicated.

Tribune Au, 26/4/45): The Tribune Newspaper, Melbourne, Au, 26/4/4/5.

Tucson Dioc Arch, K Rhinehart 18/11/14: Tucson Diocesan archives,

P.O. Box 31, Tucson, AZ 85702 per Kathy Rhinehart, archivist, date as indicated.

Upton, J, 10/1/15: unpublished private correspondence between JMF and John Upton, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick.

US Federal Census, 1930, 1940: retrieved from www.ancestry.com, date as listed.

Victoria Advocate, TX, USA, 9/3/2013: retrieved 9/7/16 from https:// www.victoriaadvocate.com/

Vincentians’ archives, 20/11/14: archives of Vincentians, c/o Provincialate, St Paul’s, Sybil Hill, Raheny, Dublin 5.

White, S, 2010: Simon White, Nantenan House, Askeaton, private conversation, date as listed.

Wrexham, 10/9/15: archives, diocese of Wrexham, Sontley Road, Wrexham LL13 7EW, UK per Kay Byrne, date as specified.