Recent Death
We extend our deepest sympathies to Martin O Reilly, Ardeenlone on the recent death of his beloved mother. Mrs. Angela O Reilly was a resident of Knockaun East, Cappoquin. Angela loved visiting Martin, Tracey and the girls in Kilmeaden and this is how I got to enjoy some lovely chats with her. We often met in the school car park as we waited for school to end. Angela and Denis were delighted when they got the chance to collect their adored granddaughters from school. The love Angela had for the girls was evident to all. She loved to tell you stories about the time they spent together and the funny things the girls would stay. Angela will be sadly missed by her loving husband Denis, her sons Martin and Kevin, daughter in law Tracey, her brothers and sister and her four treasured grandchildren Bonnie, Sophie, Maisie and Trudie. Angela’s funeral mass took place in St. Marys church, Cappoquin followed by burial in Mount Melleray Abbey cemetery. We pray that her gentle soul now rests in peace and that the Lord will reward for all her good deeds here on earth.
Church News
From this weekend our masses return to their pre covid times so that will mean that the extra Saturday morning mass will now be dropped. Mass on Saturday evenings will be at 7.30pm and mass on Sunday mornings will be at 10am. We thank Fr. Richard and Fr. Mick for doing their very best during covid to try to accommodate everyone with extra masses etc. All covid regulations will still be adhered to with the wearing of masks,social distancing etc.
There are still a few weekend masses available in September if you would like to book an anniversary mass for a loved one. If you would like to book a mass please contact Linda Spillane on 087 9838392.
Happy Couple
We extend heartiest congratulations to Valarie Bagge and Stephen Bourke who recently announced their engagement. I got to have a look at the beautiful ring the other day and wow what a beauty. This very popular couple are thrilled to be engaged and delighted with all the good wishes they are receiving. I’m sure their beautiful daughter Neasa is enjoying all the excitement too and I’m sure when it comes to planning the big day she will have lots of ideas to share with them. We wish the happy couple every good wish and a lifetime of happiness for their lovely little family.
New Opening Times
The beautiful Mount Congreve House and Gardens have attracted many visitors over the Summer months and now they will revert back to their Autumn opening times. From September 2nd the gardens will open from Thursdays to Sundays each week. Every season brings something new to the gardens and each season enhances it’s magnificence. The vibrant Autumnal colours are a sight to behold and a stroll around the gardens is most definitely good for the body and soul. Log onto their website or Facebook page to book tickets and keep up to date with upcoming events.
20 Years at the Helm
Waterford Suir Valley Railway has been going from strength to strength over the past years and is still as popular as ever with both adults and children alike. We are very proud of this wonderful amenity here in Kilmeaden and are very grateful to all who have worked so hard to get it to the success it is today. The lady pushing this forward since day one is Maria Kyte and she recently celebrated 20 years at the helm. Of course huge praise and gratitude goes to all the volunteers and workers at the railway but just as the train needs a driver every good team needs a leader . Maria is very passionate about what she does and takes every possible opportunity to promote it. We all thank her for her dedication and determination and wish her many more years here in Kilmeaden.