See how many faces you can recognise in this photograph taken at Fethard St. Patrick's Boys School in June 1990. You can zoom in closer to see more detail by clicking the photograph to zoom-in and double-clicking the photograph to zoom-out. If you can help with further information please let us know. Your comments, names or corrections are always welcome to: fethardnews@gmail.com
Sean O'Siochain's Visit to St. Patrick's Boys School Fethard
The most exciting event at St. Patrick's Boys National School Fethard in 1990, was the visit of Sean O'Siochain, ex-Ard-Stiurtheoir of the GAA. He came in connection with the Feile na nGael competitions which were held that year in Tipperary. Having encouraged the boys to be faithful to their Gaelic games tradition, he signed a certificate on behalf of Feile na nGael. Each boy present was then given a can of Coke and a pencil case on behalf of the sponsors, Coca Cola. Present to welcome the distinguished visitor were Very Rev. Canon Power P.P., Rev. Fr. Ryan, C.C. and members of the local Juvenile and Senior Clubs. The pupils are photographed above before the address by Sean O'Siochain in June 1990.
GAA Sports Development Lotto Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Friday, August 27, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 3, 9, 27 and 33. There was no jackpot winner and one ‘match three’ winner who received €150: Sandra O’Reilly, Kildare. One Lucky Dip winner received €100: Julia Flynn, Clonmel.
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, September 3, when the jackpot is €30,000 and the seller's prize is €1,000. The funds raised are used to promote sport in the local community.
Parish Church Lotto Draw Results
There was no jackpot winner in this week's Parish Lotto on Thursday, August 26. The numbers were: 2, 12, 17 and 23. The winner of the weekly draw of €30 was Edwina Newport. Next week's Jackpot for Thursday, September 2, will be €1,550.
Please pass the word on and invite friends and family to take part. You can help our Parish in a real, practical way. Thank you for your support and the best of luck in the weekly draw. PLAY OUR LOTTO NOW.
Fethard RFC Slievenamon 10k Charity Hike
Fethard & District Rugby Club ask for your support for a joint Munster Rugby Charity and Fethard & District Rugby Club's 10k Charity Hike to Slievenamon (covering historic sites), in aid of 'Bumblebee Ambulance' – a Children's Ambulance Service.
The Hike (for strictly over 18s) will take place on Saturday, September 4, and start at 5pm from Fethard & District Rugby Club Car Park on the Killenaule Road. Sponsorship Cards are available from Liam Hayes: 087 6174853 or Kevin Hayes: 086 0679085.
The person who collects the most sponsorship will get FREE PERSONAL drinks for the night. Post hike drinks and barbecue in The Thatch, Cloneen (First Drink for Hikers is Free).
Died Recently The death has occurred on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, of Rosanna 'Rose' Cudden (née Walsh), Redwood Gardens, Prior Park, Clonmel, and formerly of St Patrick’s Place, Fethard, peacefully in the loving care of the staff in Melview Nursing Home. Predeceased by her husband Charles and son Shane, Rose is very deeply regretted by her loving son Neill, daughter-in-law Lynn, grand-daughter Zoe, brother Pat, sisters Mary, Rita and Ellen, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May she rest in Peace
Due to Government guideline numbers are limited to 50 in the Church. Those who wish to leave a personal message of condolence online can do so by CLICKING HERE. Rose’s Funeral Mass for family and close friends will take place on Friday, August 27, at 1pm in St Mary’s Church, Irishtown, which can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/clonmel followed by private Cremation. Family flowers only. No Mass Cards please. Donations if desired to Palliative Care.
Mick Flannery & Susan O'Neill play Clonacody House on this Saturday, August 28.
Mick Flannery & Susan O'Neill play Clonacody House on this Saturday, August 28, 2021. Doors open 7pm. TICKETS at €25 available online by CLICKING HERE
In a first for Mick Flannery, he and Irish newcomer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Susan O’Neill have come together on a collaboration album ‘In the Game’. ‘In the Game’ is a themed collection of songs about a couple’s coming together and falling apart. A journey familiar to most. The highs and lows of the game of love, that raw space that the human condition can leave one most vulnerable. This record is as nostalgic as it is a fresh wound, it’s so familiar yet a stranger. 14 songs in a timeless capsule, the songs on ‘In the Game’ will resonate for a long time after.
Died Recently The death has occurred on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, of John Burke, Kylenahone, Killenaule. Peaceful but suddenly at South Tipperary General Hospital, Clonmel. Very deeply regretted by his loving wife Patsy (née Byard, Fethard), sons Conor and Johnny, daughters Mary, Patricia, Celma and Nóirín, sons-in-law Sean Thornton, Sean Barry, Niall Aughney and Tony Dorney, his sister Kitty (Collins), brother James, sister-in-law Nora (Byard), nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. Rest in Peace.
Reposing at his home on Friay, August 20, for family, friends and neighbours. Funeral Mass on Saturday morning in St. Mary's Church, Killenaule at 11.30am, followed by burial immediately afterwards in The Church of the Assumption Graveyard Ballingarry. Funeral Mass can be viewed online by clicking the following link: churchcamlive.ie/killenaule/
House private on Friday morning please. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Alzheimer's Clonmel. Please adhere to Government and HSE guidelines regarding social distancing and face coverings. Messages of sympathy can be left online by CLICKING HERE
Died Recently The death has occurred on Monday, August 16, 2021, of Jim Smith, Fethard, Co. Tipperary and late of Hendon, London, peacefully in the tender loving care of the nurses and staff in St. Theresa’s Hospital, Clogheen. Jim will be very sadly missed by his loving wife Sue, daughter Tracey, son Richard, son-in-law Dermot, daughter-in-law Keeley, grandchildren, sisters Mary-Jo and Diana, brother Johnny, brother-in-law Billy, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May He Rest in Peace.
Due to government advice regarding public gatherings whereby a maximum number of 50 people can attend, a family funeral will take place on Wednesday afternoon arriving in St. John the Baptist Church, Lisronagh, for funeral Mass at 12 noon, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Enquiries to Paul Bolger Funeral Director's on 087-9784923.
Those who wish to attend the funeral but cannot due to current restrictions, can leave your personal message of condolences online by CLICKING HERE
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 & District Photos from the past . . .
This week we have a selection of photographs taken around 1986 in Fethard, and if you can help with names, comments or further information, we would love to hear from you. Email: fethardnews@gmail.com
Fethard Civil Defence members photographed on The Square, Fethard, in April 1986.
Members of Fethard Foróige chilling out on The Square, Fethard in April 1986
Presentation to Guard Dempsey when leaving Fethard, February 1986
Two budding squash players photographed with their trophies at Cloneen Squash Court in February 1986
Friends enjoying the fun at Rena Sheehan's 21st birthday party held at Wally's pub Clonmel (January 1986)
Ned Sheehan having a dance with his daughter Elizabeth (January 1986)
Mary and Miceál McCormack, 'Still crazy after all these years!' (January 1986)
Roger Mehta always ready to play or sing a few tunes (January 1986)
Hogan Musical Society “Old King Cole' Childrens' chorus group January 1986. Back L to R: Jennifer Fogarty, Belinda McCormack, Elizabeth Burke, Nicola O'Riordan, Marie Cloonan, Laura Doyle. Middle L to R: Kevin Bourke, Niamh Ryan, Edel Fogarty, Lorraine Treacy, Patricia Purcell, Mia Teacy. Front L to R: Lisa McCormack, Vicki Roche, Lee-Ann Burke, Patricia Morrissey, Aine Doocey and Olivia Phelan.
Michael Cummins (center), presenting sponsorship on behalf of O'Briens Minerals, to Tony Newport and Joe Ryan for the Munster Open Racquetball Championships held in Fethard in 1986.
Photographed at the GAA Dinner Dance, February 1986, were Back L to R: Jim Carroll, Seamus O'Brien, Pat O'Shea. Front L to R: Ceila Allen, Trisha O'Brien, Merchy O'Shea and Mary Carroll.
Group photographed at the Fethard GAA dinner dance Held in Cahir House in February 1986
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The death has occurred on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, of Rosanna 'Rose' Cudden (née Walsh), Redwood Gardens, Prior Park, Clonmel, and formerly of St Patrick’s Place, Fethard, peacefully in the loving care of the staff in Melview Nursing Home. Predeceased by her husband Charles and son Shane, Rose is very deeply regretted by her loving son Neill, daughter-in-law Lynn, grand-daughter Zoe, brother Pat, sisters Mary, Rita and Ellen, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May she rest in Peace
The death has occurred on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, of John Burke, Kylenahone, Killenaule. Peaceful but suddenly at South Tipperary General Hospital, Clonmel. Very deeply regretted by his loving wife Patsy (née Byard, Fethard), sons Conor and Johnny, daughters Mary, Patricia, Celma and Nóirín, sons-in-law Sean Thornton, Sean Barry, Niall Aughney and Tony Dorney, his sister Kitty (Collins), brother James, sister-in-law Nora (Byard), nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. Rest in Peace.
The death has occurred on Monday, August 16, 2021, of Jim Smith, Fethard, Co. Tipperary and late of Hendon, London, peacefully in the tender loving care of the nurses and staff in St. Theresa’s Hospital, Clogheen. Jim will be very sadly missed by his loving wife Sue, daughter Tracey, son Richard, son-in-law Dermot, daughter-in-law Keeley, grandchildren, sisters Mary-Jo and Diana, brother Johnny, brother-in-law Billy, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May He Rest in Peace.
