Friends and family of the young athlete have expressed their sadness over his untimely passing. Tributes have been pouring in for a young Offaly man who died suddenly this week. Mark Lee passed away “unexpectedly” at his home near Tullamore on Tuesday. A talented GAA player, Mark played football and hurling for his local club […]

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She was born in 1915. A woman thought to be Ireland’s oldest person has died aged 109. Phyllis Furness died in Galway on Monday evening, after celebrating her 109th birthday in May at Moycullen Nursing Home. Born Phyllis Olwyn Ryder, she was born in 1915 in Northampton, England alongside one brother, two sisters, and three […]

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Matthew Perry was best known for his portrayal of Chandler Bing in the hit sit-com. Friends star Matthew Perry has died at the age of 54. As reported by American media by a source within local law enforcement, a 911 call “was received by Los Angeles Police, at 4.07pm local time (12.07am UK/Ireland time). The […]

2 years ago

“An inspirational lady who taught us so much about life.” Ireland’s oldest woman, Máirín Hughes, has passed away at the age of 109. The news was confirmed by the nursing home that Máirín was residing at for the last number of years. She reportedly passed away peacefully surrounded by staff after a short illness. Máirín […]

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Crowds gathered to say goodbye to the family members. The two grandparents and their infant grandchild who tragically died in a crash in Tipperary last week have been laid to rest in Cashel as family and friends have gathered at the funeral today, Sunday, August 3. Thomas O’Reilly, 45, his wife Bridget O’Reilly, 46, and […]

2 years ago

“He was funny, fearless, brave, kind and wise.” Presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady has died at the age of 67. His husband, Andre Portasio said in a statement that he died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening. He said: “It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but […]

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