Death notices and funeral arrangements in Carlow - Friday 3rd November 2023




The death has occurred of John Rea of Cawley, Sussex, England and 68 St Mary’s Park, Carlow.
John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on October 29th, 2023, at his home.
Beloved husband of Pat, much loved father of Alan and Noel, adored grandfather of Archie Oliver and Hettie, cherished brother of Breda, Bernie, Tom, Des, Tony, Jimma, Angela, Noel, Eamonn, Paul, Caroline, Teresina, Kevin, Anita, Jacqueline and the late Frances and treasured son of the late Jimma and Ita
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, grandchildren, daughters-in-law Emma, Haley and Nicky, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
May John Rest In Peace
Funeral arrangements will be announced later on Rip.ie


The death has occurred of Gordon Molloy of Lahardane, Mayo and formerly Blackbog Road, Carlow Town, Carlow.
Gordon Molloy passed away peacefully on 2nd November 2023, aged 84 Years, at St Lukes Hospital Kilkenny.
Sadly missed by his sons Gordon and David, their mother Annie, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his son Colin and brother Michael. A special thanks to Davina and Pa who looked after Gordon for the last two years.
May Gordon Rest In Peace
A celebration of Gordon's life will be held in Lacey's Funeral Home, John St., Carlow (R93 H684) from 5pm until 7pm on Friday, 3rd November.
Removal on Saturday, 4th November, at 11am to St Mary's Cemetery where he will be laid to rest beside his son Colin.


The death has occurred of Elizabeth (Beth) Lucas (née Maher) of 41 Hillbrook Estate, Tullow, Carlow.
Elizabeth (Beth) passed away peacefully on 2nd November 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospital Kilkenny surrounded by her loving family; predeceased by her loving daughter Margaret, sister Mary and brother Billy.
Sadly missed by her loving son Billy, daughter-in-law Tracey, brothers John, Mike and Liam, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, grandchildren Kiani, Kaleim and Caoiro, nephews, nieces, neighbours, relatives and friends.
May Beth Rest In Peace
Reposing at her residence on Saturday from 3pm concluding at 7pm.
House private thereafter.
Funeral arriving to The Church of The Most Holy Rosary, Tullow, on Sunday morning at 10.45am for 11am Requiem Mass after which she will be laid to rest with Margaret in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Tullow.
Beth’s Funeral Mass can be viewed online HERE
The late Mary Canavan (née Sheehan)
The death has occurred of Mary Canavan (née Sheehan) of Stevenage, UK and formerly Rose Bush Cottage, Blackbog Road, Carlow.
Mary passed away peacefully on October 31st 2023 surrounded by her loving family, following a short illness bravely fought.
Beloved wife of Hughie and much loved mother of Mark, Stephen and Trevor, their partners Karen, Jane and Edina, predeceased by brothers Paddy and Joe. Proud grandmother to Liam, Liberty, Conor, Noah, Molly, Pharrell and Stella-Rose.
She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, sons, grand children, sisters Bridie, Joan, Annie and Angela, brothers Jack, Jim, Willie and Martin, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
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