'Big Picture' – Holy Year Cross Slievenamon 1950s

Do you recognise any familiar faces in this photograph taken at Holy Year Cross in the 1950s? You can zoom in closer to see more detail by clicking the photograph to zoom-in, and double-clicking the photograph to zoom-out. NEWS@FETHARD.COM

Blessed on Sunday, November 12, 1950
The cross in the background was the original wooden cross first erected by the men of Killusty and blessed by an illustrious native of the Parish of Fethard, Most Rev. Dr. Patrick O’Donnell, Archbishop of Brisbane on Sunday, November 12, 1950.

Up along its steep, heather-clad slopes, a procession of clergy and people made its way against biting wind and showers of sleet-heavy rain. The inscription on the plaque reads: “This Cross commemorates Holy Year 1950 – the definition by Pope Pius XII of the Dogma of the Glorious Assumption of Our Blessed Lady (Nov 1, 1950). It was blessed on Sunday November 12, 1950 by Most Rev. P. K. O’Donnell D.D., Coadjutor Archbishop of Brisbane; Very Rev. John J. Canon Ryan, V.F., Fethard and Killusty, being P.P. A committee formed from the men of Killusty were responsible for promoting and carrying out the erection of the Cross.”

Those present at the ceremonies included Rev. Brothers Albert, Damien, Stephen, Fergus and Dominic, of the Patrician Brothers Fethard, as well as the members of the committee, Messrs Mulcahy, Dan Davis, Michael Byrne, James Corr, Patrick Davis, William Prout, Thomas Slattery, William Slattery, Thomas Keane, John Pollard, Pierce O’Donnell, John Aylward, Philip Shee and James Shee.

A decade of the Rosary was recited at the Cross and the proceedings terminated with the assembly singing ‘Faith of Our Fathers’. At nightfall the Cross was illuminated.

The late David Abell, information required
The death has occurred on December 7, 2020, of David Abell, Fr. Tirry Park, Fethard, and formerly South of England. Regretfully David lost contact with his family of origin in England so if any person reading this has any further information, it would be gratefully received by email at fethardnews@gmail.com

The late David Abell, born on September 27, 1940, was reared in Hove/ Brighton in the South coast of England. Following a number of years in the British Army where he was involved in military campaigns in Malaysia, David began to work in the pharmaceutical industry which eventually brought him for short periods to Ireland and Fethard in the 1970s. Following the tragic death of his son in a car accident in England, Mr Abell migrated to America where he lived until he returned to live in the Fethard/ Killusty area around 2005.

A keen Bridge player, David played the game at Slievenamon Golf Club and in Cashel. In 2020 he moved to live in Fr Tirry Park, where he died peacefully in his sleep. His remains were removed to O'Donoghues Undertakers in Clonmel and afterwards to Cork for cremation. For further information contact: John O'Donoghue & Sons Funeral Directors, 60A Kickham Street, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. Tel: +353 52 6121809, Mobile +353 86 2595658 or Email: jaodonoghuefd@gmail.com

GAA Sports Development Lotto
Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Friday, February 12, are as follows: the numbers drawn were 5, 13, 19 and 21. There was no jackpot winner and six ‘match three’ winners who received €20 each: Declan Dunphy, Clonmel; Sean Doyle, Strylea, Fethard; Lisa O'Donnell, Cloone, Co. Leitrim; Sharon O'Meara, Strylea, Fethard; Kenneth O'Donnell, Cluain Ard, Fethard; and Sandra Maher, Abbey View, Fethard.

The committee of Fethard GAA Sports Centre Development Lotto would like to thank all our supporters near and far who participate in our weekly lotto draw. The next draw takes place on Friday, February 19, when the jackpot is €29,100 and the seller's prize is €1,000. The funds raised are used to promote sport in the local community.

Buckled Wheel opened for all your camping needs


Best wishes to Buckled Wheel who have opened their family business at Rosegreen Road in the beautiful Medieval walled town of Fethard recently. Run by 'David and David' (yes it confuses everyone), they are passionate about travel and are Ireland’s go to operator for tear drop trailer rentals, sales and unique camping accessories. They pride themselves on service, quality and attention to detail and aim to give you a helpful, friendly, honest, jargon free experience.

‍Both have a wealth of knowledge and experience. Whether you want advice on helping plan a trip; or to learn some of their favourite hidden and not so hidden spots to camp and bike; they are always happy to have you visit their premises in Fethard or contact by phone or email. Buckled Wheel aim to use sustainably produced and recycled products where ever possible and are constantly looking at ways to reduce waste and carbon footprint.



They also offer a range of innovative and practical camping accessories to complement their roof tents and adventure trailers. These include the innovative range from Hofats for camp fires and cooking; their favourite cookware and other camp site essentials as well as spare parts for tents and trailers and everyday camping consumables. Shipping across Ireland is available and keep stock of all of products in Fethard at Buckled Wheel, Rosegreen Road, Garrinch, Fethard, Co. Tipperary, E91 K590.

If you have any questions feel free to call by WhatsApp or email. You can also visit their website buckledwheel.ie All messages are replied within 24 hours. Tel: 085 2535366; Email: david@buckledwheel.ie

Died Recently
The death has occurred on Friday, January 29, 2021, of Phyllis O'Keeffe (née Sheehan), Belmont Heights, Ferrybank, Waterford; Mullinavat, Kilkenny; and formerly St. Patrick's Place, Fethard, peacefully, at the Little Sisters Of The Poor, Ferrybank. Phyllis predeceased by her husband Pat, will be sadly missed by her son Pearse, daughters Maggie and Suzie (O'Byrne), daughter-in-law Donna, son-in-law Peter, grandchildren Aaron, Amy, Lauren, Ben, Stephanie, Caoimhe, Ryan, Alannah, Max, Alex and Sophia, brothers, nieces, nephews' extended family, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.

Phyllis's removal took place on Sunday, January 31, from Power's Funeral Home, Ferrybank, arriving to St. Beacons Church, Mullinavat, for Requiem Mass at 11am, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Due to HSE guidelines the funeral Mass and burial was private to the immediate family and close friends. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence online can do so by CLICKING HERE

Phyllis, daughter of Ned and Nancy Sheehan from St. Patrick's Place, emigrated to USA and first met her husband Pat at an Irish dance near Gaelic Park in New York in 1961. They married on August 20, 1966, and their son Pearse was born the following June (1967).

In 1975, Pat, Phyllis and their son Pearse reluctantly came home to live in Ireland and bought a house on Main Street in Fethard beside the Garda Barracks. They lived there for a number of years with Pat continuing to play handball with the Fethard Handball Club.

Their daughter Maggie was born in January 1976 in Fethard and in 1980, Pat, Phyllis, Pearse and Maggie left Fethard to be near Pat's home village of Mullinavat where their daughter Susie was born in 1980. While representing Mullinavat in handball, Pat went on to win a further 28 All-Ireland titles in singles and doubles. Pat O'Keeffe lived life to the full up to his death on August 19, 2016.

Fethard Community Covid-19 Support Group
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Faces and Places from the Past
The following are a selection of photographs of faces and places taken in our locality that may bring back memories to many of our readers and visitors to fethard.com Please send any comments or photo information, names and event, to fethardnews@gmail.com

Fethard Photos from the past . . .

Fethard Carnival Fancy Dress Parade entry from c.1954, celebrating the first athletes to break the four-minute-mile following Roger Bannister (Great Britain) – the first human to run a four-minute mile on May 6, 1954, – with a time of three minutes, fifty-nine and four-tenths of a second, that led the way for John Landy (Australia), Sandor Iharos (Hungary), Chris Chataway (Great Britain) and Brian Hewson (Great Britain). Maybe somebody will remember who took their places in the fancy dress parade, and let us know?


Fethard Carnival Fancy Dress Parade entry, 'Autumn Leaves', includes Carmel O'Rourke, Margaret Coffey, Amy Morrissey, Maura Carey and Pauline Sheehan. Let us know of any others and the year?


'The Making and Breaking of Man' & 'Pal of My Cradle Days' Fethard Carnival Fancy Dress Parade entry in the 1950s


'Killusty prepares for Daily Mail £1,500 Golf Tournament' Festival Carnival Fancy Dress entry c.1950s. Included are William O'Brien (H. Bradshaw in photo), John Lee, Jim Lee, Patsy Ryan (Loughcopple), Joe Darcy and Joe Lee.


Coolmoyne entry in Fethard Festival Carnival Fancy Dress Parade c.1950s.


'The Clan Arrives at Fethard Carnival (again)', group with Peter Walsh, Moyglass in middle, Sean Hanrahan in front with stick. Any further information welcome?


Entry at Fethard Carnival Fancy Dress Parade 1950s


'The Rose' a Presentation Convent children's entry at Fethard Carnival Fancy Dress Parade 1950s


Bo-Peep and friends, includes Ann O'Sullivan and Annie Cassells in the centre, entry at Fethard Carnival Fancy Dress Parade 1950s.


Presentation Convent School concert group from 'Princess Ju-Ju' entry at Fethard Carnival Fancy Dress Parade.


Áine Tierney and Austin O'Flynn photographed in costume for Fethard Players production in a show called 'Bo-Peep', performed by 'The Fethard Players' in the Capitol Cinema from January 18 to January 21, 1955. Aine Tierney played the part of 'Bo-Peep' and Austin O'Flynn played the part of 'Boy Blue'.


Goldie Newport and Sean Redmond photographed in costume for Fethard Players production in a show called 'Bo-Peep', performed by 'The Fethard Players' in the Capitol Cinema from January 18 to January 21, 1955. Goldie Newport played the part of 'Sheila' and Sean Redmond played the part of 'Sean'. 

COVID Restrictions – Level 5 – Stay at Home
 
New County Development Plan for 2022-2028


Tipperary County Council has commenced the preparation of a new County Development Plan for Tipperary. To facilitate public engagement/submissions, a dedicated 'County Development Plan' webpage has been set up and will remain 'live' during the two-year process. As the Plan progresses, the site will be routinely up-dated with reports, published submissions, public engagement guides and videos etc.


The web site can be accessed CLICKING HERE. The website is an excellent resource and point of contact for the public and stakeholders, and I would appreciate it if you could circulate the link as opportunities arise.

Fethard News
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