Deaths
The death took place last week of Mrs. Margaret Keane, Main St. Widow of the late Pat
Keane. She was an old and respected resident and publican in the town. Requiem High
mass was offered for the repose of her soul in St. Patricks’s Church, Newport on
Saturday and her funeral, which was large and representative, took place to Kilbride
cemetery on Sunday. She is survived by her son Joseph; daughters Mrs. Annie Mulroy,
England; Molly and Elizabeth.
The death took place of Mr. Joseph Gallagher, Derryculdrim, Newport, on Saturday. His
remains were removed to Saint Patrick’s Church on Sunday and the funeral took place to
Burrishoole Cemetery on Tuesday. He is survived by his daughter Mrs. Mary Boggins,
Glenhest and sons Michael, Sean and Joseph.
March 16th
Death of Mulranny Priest
We deeply regret to record the death of Rev. Martin O'Donnell; late of Errew Monastery,
which took place in the Regional Hospital, Galway on Sunday. His remains were
removed to Mulranny Church on Monday evening. Rev. Fr. O'Donnell, who was the
author of a history in Irish of the Aran Islands, was born in Mullranny. He was ordained
at Maynooth in 1908 and spent two years in Spiddal. From 1910 to 1914 he was
Professor of Irish at St. Jarlath's College,Tuam.
Between 1914 and 1959 he served in Kilmaine, Aran Islands, Keelogues, Clifden, Corner
Chapel, and Menlough.
In 1959 he was appointed chaplain at Errew Monastery.
He was brother of the late Pat O'Donnell, Co. C., Newport.
On Tuesday, His Grace, Most Rev. Dr. Walsh, Archbishop of Tuam, presided at Requiem
High Mass for the repose of his soul in Mulranny Parish Church. The celebrant was Rev.
M. Moran, C.C., Mulranny. Very Rev. T. Canon Killeen P.P., Newport, was deacon; Rev.
B. Horan, C. C., Newport was sub-deacon and Rev. M. Walsh, Archbishop's Secretary,
was master of ceremonies.
The chanters were: Very Rev. M. Geraghty, Adm., Tuam, Rev. T. Shannon C.C.,
Castlebar; Rev. M. Tobin, C.C., Westport.
In the choir were: Very Rev. J. Canon Walsh, P.P., Kilmeena; V. Rev. P. Hennelly P.P.,
Parke; V. Rev. T. Quinn, P.P., Letterfrack; V. Rev. J. Ryan, P.P., Achlll; V. Rev. T.
Varley, P.P., Ballindine; V. Rev. P. Kelly, P.P., Hollymount; Rev., T. C. Lynch, C.C„
Westport; Rev. J. Jennings, C.C., Louisburgh; Rev. J. Scott, CC, Lecanvey; Rev. T,
Canning, C.C., Finney; Rev. J. Cunnane, D.D., CC, Balla; Rev. A. O'TooIe, CC,
Castlebar; Rev. A. Fair, C.C. do.; Rev. P. Moran, CC, do.; Rev. Fr. Henry, C.C., Achill;
Rev. S. Blake, CC, do.; Rev. M. Tiernan, CC, Kilmeena; Rev. T. Kyne; Chaplain, U. C.
G.
Present were. Rev. Bro. Angela; Superior; Rev. Bro. Aloysius, Rev. Bro. Aquinas and
Rev. Bro. Gabriel, Errew Monastery.
In the course of a panegyric the Archbishop said: "Fr. O'Donnell was ordained in 1908.
He spent some years on the Mission before being appointed Professor of Irish in St.
Jarlath's College. He knew Irish well but I would say that it was during his time in Tuam
his interest and enthusiasm for the language reached their full development so he became
a really finished Irish scholar in the best sense. During all the years that followed he
devoted himself to the study of the language and the antiquities of Ireland. Now the
country will mourn the passing of a fine scholar.
He was a man of very high principle, honourable and straight in all his dealings, carrying
on the splendid traditions he had inherited. In every parish where he worked he earned
the esteem and regard of the people. I feel sure that not only here in Mulranny but in
places as far removed as Aran Isles and Spiddal the prayers of the people will be joined
with ours today that the good God will give Fr. O'Donnell a place high amongst the Irish
saints near Patrick and Kieran and Enda and Columba.
Chief mourners were Mrs. James Daly, Castlebar, Miss M. Daly, Drimlong Newport
(sister's) Mr. Manus O'Donnell, Delganey, Wicklow, (brother), Seamus Daly Mulranny;
Garda Martin Daly, Dublin; Pat O'Donnell, do.; Neil, O'Donnell Rhodesia (nephews)
Mrs. E. Cahalane, Dublin, Mrs. N. Mongey, Castlebar; Mrs. D. Lang, Mullingar; Miss
Shelia Daly, B.A. Killcullen; Miss May O'Donnell, Delgany; Mother Columba , England;
Mrs. Gordon, Dublin; Mrs. Hoban, do.; Mother Coleman, U. S. A. (nieces).
MR. MICHAEL P. LEE, NEWPORT AND DUBLIN
It is with deep regret we record the sad death at the Mater Hospital, Dublin, following a
brief illness of Michael P (Patsy) Lee, son of Mrs. S. Lee, Riverside House, Newport, and
the late Dr. M. Lee.
Deceased, who was in his early thirties and just married three years ago, was manager of
the St. Lawrence Hotel in Howth, Dublin. He studied hotel management at Shannon
Airport and on the Continent. He was subsequently manager at Mulranny Hotel, Newport
House Hotel, Eglington, Galway and Assistant Manager, at the Great Southern Hotel,
Galway before taking over the Dublin appointment.
Last year he purchased Breaffy House, near Castlebar, which he was having renovated
into a modern hotel and was expected to open for the coming summer.
His remains were removed to St. Patrick's Church, Newport, on Monday evening. On
Tuesday Requiem High Mass was offered for the repose of his soul. Celebrant was Rev.
Bernard Lee, C.C., Dublin ; (brother); deacon, Rev. Fr. V. Sullivan, Scotland; subdeacon, Rev. A. Devine, C.C., Glennamaddy (cousin). V. Rev. T. Canon Killeen, P.P.
was M.C.
In the choir were: V. Rev. Fr. M. F. Hennelly, P.P., Parke; V. Rev. Fr. Varley, P.P.,
Ballindine; Very Rev. M. Mooney, D.D., President St. Jarlath's College, Tuam;. Rev. C.
O'Malley, C.C. Castlebar; Rev. P. Moran, C.C., do.; Rev. R. Horan, C.C., Newport; Rev.
L. Berry, C.C., Leenane; Rev. P. Kennedy, CC, Recess; Rev. S. Boland, C.C., Glenhest,
Rev. V. Kelly, C.C., Dublin; Rev. J. Meaney, American Missions.
After Requiem Mass the funeral took place to Burrishoole cemetery. The attendance on
both days, which was representative of all sections of the community, was very large and
bore ample testimony to the high esteem, in which he was held.
Chief mourners: Mrs. Una Lee (wife); Mrs. S. Lee (mother); Rev. B. Lee (brother); Mrs.
Imelda O'Flaherty, Trim; Mrs. D. O'Malley Cork (aunts); Rev. A. Devine, Dr. Joseph
Devine, Listowel; Mrs. Nollie Griffen, Miss Margaret Lee, Clifden; Mr. James Lee,
M.R.C.V.S., Trim; Dr. B. O'Flaherty, do.; Carmel O'Flaherty, do.; Dr. K. O'Flaherty,
Moville; Dr. W. Casey, Duncannon, Co. Wexford, Miss Pinkie Casey, Dublin; Mrs. M.
Halpin, England; Mrs. A. Gould, do.; Miss B. Casey, do.; Mr. Z. O'Malley, Cork; Mrs.
M. O'Donnell, Lettermullen; Dr. Lulu Muldoon, England Dr. P. Muldoon, do.; Dr. D.
Muldoon, Canada; Mrs. O. Donnelly, Belfast (cousins).
May 4th
Mr. Thady Moran, Tiernaur
We deeply regret to record the death of Mr. Thady Moran, Roskeen, Tiernaur, Mulranny,
which sad event took place at his residence on Saturday April 20th.
His remains were removed to Tiernaur Church on Sunday following Requiem High Mass
on Monday his funeral took place to Kileen Cemetery. The attendance on both days was
large and representative and bore ample testimony to the high esteem in which he was
held.
Chief mourners were Mrs. Katie Moran (wife); Paddy and Peter (sons); and nephews and
nieces too numerous to mention.
Mrs. Matilda Maloney, Shramore, Newport
The death took place at the Co. Hospital, Castlebar, on April 17th of Mrs Matilda
Maloney, Shramore, Newport.
Her remains were removed to St. Patricks Church Newport where Requiem High Mass
was celebrated for the repose of her soul after which the funeral took place to Burrishoole
Cemetery.
Chief mourners were Michael (husband); John and Tom (sons); Bridget (daughter0;
William and Tom Maloney (brothers), Mrs A. McHale (sister); brother in law, nephews,
nieces and cousins too numerous to mention.
Mrs. Margaret Maloney, Hornsey (London) and Shramore, Newport.
It is with deep regret that we chronicle the death of Mrs. Margaret Maloney, which sad
event took place recently in North London. Deceased, who was in her early forties, was a
niece of Mr. Dominick McFadden, post office, Shramore. After a brief illness she passed
to her eternal reward fully fortified by the rites of Holy Mother Church. After requiem
Mass in the Church of St. Peter in Chains, Hornsey, the internment took place in the
Catholic cemetery, New Southgate.
The chief mourners were Patrick Maloney (husband); Margaret and Mary (daughters);
Mrs. Tom McLoughlin, Miss M. McFadden(sisters); Niall McFadden (brother);
Dominick McFadden (uncle); Mrs. Mary McFadden, Mrs. Annie Sawyer, Mrs. Michael
Mulcahy, Mrs. James Mulcahy, (sisters in law); Mr. Tom McLoughlin, Michael Maloney
(brothers in law; The McTigue family; the Hallinan family; Rita McFadden; Mrs. Lucie
Hart.
Mrs. Bridget Sweeney, Newport
It is with deep regret we record the death at the sacred Heart Home, Castlebar, of Mrs.
Bridget Sweeney, relict of the late Martin Sweeney, Main St., Newport.
Deceased who had been in ill health for the past number of years, was a member of an
old Newport family and had been associated with Cumman Na mBhan during the
“trouble times”.
On Friday evening her remains were removed to St. Patrick’s Church, Newport where
Requiem High Mass was offered for the repose of her soul on Saturday morning. Her
funeral with the coffin draped in the tri-colour took place to Burrishoole Cemetery after
last Mass on Sunday. Very Rev. T. Canon Killeen, P.p., officiated at the graveside.
The attendance on both days was large and representative and a testimony to the esteem
in which she was held.
Chief mourners – Michael Sweeny, London (son); Mrs. Mary McCormack (daughter);
Peter Kilroy (brother); nephews, nieces and numerous grandchildren.
Jun 1st
Mrs. Mary McIntyre, Shramore, Newport
We deeply regret to record the death of Mrs. Mary McIntyre, Shramore, Newport which
took place at her residence on May 13. Well known and respected by everyone. She was
a loving mother and a very kind neighbor; her passing will be felt , not alone by her
family but by all in her village. There was a very large attendance at the removal of the
remains to St. Patrick’s Church, Newport, on Tuesday evening. On Wednesday morning
Solemn requiem Mass was offered for the repose of her soul and the attendance at the
funeral to Burrishoole cemetery was a worthy tribute to the deceased.
Chief mourners: Mrs. M. McNelley, Mrs. P. Dever, Mrs. M. Hughes, Mrs. J. Sweeney,
U.S.A. (daughters); William, John, Fred, Connor, (sons); Neil Chambers (brother); Mrs.
Kate Chambers, Mrs. William Chambers (sister-in-law) ; Mr. Michael Neeley, Peter
Dever, Ml. Hughes, Jim Sweeney (sons-in-law); Mrs. Jim McIntyre, Mrs. W. McIntyre,
Mrs. Fred McIntyre, Mrs. John McIntyre, Mrs. Connor McIntyre (daughters-in-law);
other nieces nephews and grandchildren too numerous to mention.
Mr. Anthony Conway, Newport.
We regret to record the death of Mr. Anthony Conway, George’s St., Newport, which
took place at his residence on May 9.
His remains were removed to St. Patrick’s Church, Newport where Requiem High Mass
was offered for the repose of his soul after which the funeral took place to Burrishoole
cemetery.
Chief mourners: Tony, Noel, Paddy, Jack, Ambrose, (sons); Mrs. Nancy Willis and Miss
Mary Alice Conway (daughters); Dr. John Conway, Belmullet. (brother) ; Mrs Gerald
Flynn, Fauleens, Newport, Mrs. Gavigan, U.S.A. (sisters)
Nov 9th
Death of Newport Old I.R.A Man.
The death took place on. Monday evening of Mr. John Kilroy (84), at his residence Main
St., Newport. Deceased, who had retired from business a few years ago, was a member of
a leading Republican family and was brother of the late Major General Michael Kilroy,
who died last Christmas.
John Kilroy- took a prominent part in the Rising of 1916 and was an Intelligence Officer
attached to the West Mayo Brigade Old I.R.A. He was interned, in Galway Jail in
1920/21 and also in Athlone In 1922.
He is survived by his sons Edward, Newport, Michael and Dominick, England;
daughters, Mrs. Mary Grady, U.S.A.; who flew home for the funeral, Mrs. Tillie
McManamon, Newport; Mrs. Cait Doherty, England; brother, Patrick Kilroy, Australia;
sister, Mrs. Tillie McDonnell, Galway and Mrs. Nancy Whelton, Texas.
Dec 7th
Sad Death of Newport Priest
The sudden death of Rev. Fr Bernard Lee, C. C., Blanchardstown, Co. Dublin, on
Friday morning plunged his native parish of Newport into deep mourning. Son of Mrs. S.
Lee, Riverside House, Newport, and the late Dr. Ml. Lee, he was ordained at Clonliffe
College, in 1951 and until his untimely death, at the age of 36 years, he ministered in the
Dublin Diocese
His remains, were removed from Blanchardstown church on Saturday, following
Requiem High Mass to St Patrick's Church, Newport, where they were received by Very
Rev. T. Canon, Killeen, P. P. and a number of priests. The attendance, the largest seen in
the district for some time was representative of all sections of the community, among
whom he was extremely popular by young and old.
Over 40 priests snag the Solemn Requiem Mass for the repose of his soul in
Newport Parish Church on Monday, in the presence of a packed congregation. The
celebrant was his cousin, Rev. A. Devine, C.C., Boyounagh; Very Rev. M. Hennelly P.P.,
Parke, was deacon; Rev. M. Comer C. C., Newport, was subdeacon and Very Rev T.
Canon Killeen, P.P., do., was Master of Ceremonies.
The Chanters were Rev. Dr. M. Mooney, President St. Jarlath's College, Tuam
and Rev. M. Tobin C. C., Westport.
Among the priests in the Choir were: Very Rev J Canon Walsh P.P., Kilmeena, Very Rev
T Quinn, P.P., Letterfrack Ven. Archdeacon W. Nohilly, Adm. Castlebar; Very Rev. J.
Killeen P. P., Balla. Very Rev. T Cummins, Adm. Westport, Rev. T. C. Lynch, C. C., do ,
Rev D. Greally C. C., do , Rev. P. Moran, C. C., Castlebar, Rev. P. Prendergast, D.D.,
Kylemore Abbey Rev. P. Gill, St Jarlath's College, Tuam; Rev. S. Boland C.C.,
Glenhest, Rev. M. King, C.C., Glenisland; Rev. L. hennelly, C.C., Athenry; Rev. M.
Sammon, C.C., Knockavanny.
Rev. E. McEllin, Newport; Rev. J. Cunnane, D.D., C.C., Balla; Rev. C. O'Malley,
C.C., Castlebar; Rev. W. A. Fair C.C, do, Rev. E. O'Malley, C.C., Achill; Rev. J. Blake,
C.C., Bunnacurry, Rev M, Tiernan, C.C., Kilmeena, Rev. M. Eaton, C.C., Clifden; Rev.
S. Ludden C.C., Tullycross, Rev. L. Berry, C.C., Leenane; Rev. R. Horan, C.C., Achill;
Rev. J. Jennings, C.C., Louisburgh; Rev. P. Kennedy, C.C., Roundstone; Rev. U.
Stephens, C.C., Hollymount; Rev. J. McDonnell, C.C., Williamstown.
Among the clergy from Dublin were: Rev. V. Kelly, Rev. J. Randles, C.C; Rev.
M. Granville C.C.; Rev; P. Farrelly, C.C; Rev. C. O'Herlehy, C.C; Rev. J. J. Kelly, C.C.;
Rev. O. Connolly, C.C; Rev. P. Neville, C.C. and Rev. J. Gallagher, C.C.
After Mass the funeral, which was large and representative took place to
Burrishoole Cemetery with young men of the parish, forming a Guard of Honour along
the two mile route.