Bridge News
The Ballyduff/Portlaw Bridge Club held their latest bridge game on Monday May 8th and the results were as follows:
1st: Geraldine McMahon and Nano Fitzgerald.
2nd: Kate Hayes and Sean Hennessy.
Joint 3rd: Monica Sullivan and partner.
Peggy Murphy and Peggy Barron.
5th: John Fitzpatrick and Breda Murphy.
Recent Deaths.
We extend our deepest sympathies to the O Keeffe family, Blacknock on the recent death of Patrick Alymer. Patrick was a quiet, unassuming man who was very popular with his neighbours. Patrick’s reposal took place at Aidan Walsh and sons Funeral home in Cappoquin and then on to Cork for private cremation.
We also extend our sympathy to Nancy O Sullivan, Matthews Cross and Peggy O Shea, Ballyduff Hill on the death of their sister-in-law Brigid Power from Ballymacmague. Brigid’s funeral mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Dungarvan followed by burial in Kilgobinet cemetery. May her sweet, gentle soul rest in peace.
Our community was plunged into sadness on hearing of the untimely death of Gillian Whelan from Carrickphilip. Gillian was a strong, caring and loving lady whose family meant the world to her, and she was a true and loyal friend. Her daughters Joanne and Jennifer were her whole world, as were her mother Joan and sister Sally. She was a fantastic worker, great chef and a great lover of the outdoors and the garden. She loved nothing more than a good chat and a laugh and she will be sadly missed. Gillian’s funeral mass took place in Ballyduff Church followed by cremation in Cork. We pray that Gillian now enjoys the peace and calm of her heavenly home.
Ballyduff AFC
Ballyduff AFC are continuing their fundraising clothes collection, so clear out those wardrobes and hot presses and bring your unwanted items to the dressing rooms at Ballyduff AFC grounds.
The club would like to congratulate club player Sophie Power who has signed with the Waterford FC U17 ladies’ team. Sophie has played with Ballyduff up through the years and the club wish her the very best of luck and look forward to watching her play.
Waterford Suir Valley Railway
Waterford Suir Valley Railway have now launched their Summer schedule and are looking forward to welcoming lots of visitors to Kilmeaden. The train will now operate on the hour from 11am to 4pm Monday to Saturday and from 12 noon to 5pm on Sundays. Tickets are available online or can be purchased at the station. Treat yourself to a beautiful scenic trip on the train or bring your relatives and visitors and show them what we have to offer here in beautiful Kilmeaden and of course don’t leave without visiting The Whistlestop Café for some very tasty treats.
Church News
If you would like to book a weekend anniversary mass for your loved one, please contact Linda Spillane on 087 9838392.
A big well done and thank you to the volunteers who cut the grass in the cemetery. It was so generous and kind of them and we are all very grateful to them.
First Holy Communion will take place in Ballyduff on Saturday May 20th and the boys and girls are busy preparing for their special day.
Greenway Opening
The official opening of the Kilmeaden Greenway link will take place on Tuesday May 16th at 12.15pm at the Kilmeade train station car park. The opening will incorporate the launch of the Ballyduff and Kilmeaden Community Garden. Our Mayor John O Leary will perform the opening duties and you are all invited to come along and celebrate with the community.
21st Celebrations
The Waterford Male Voice Choir will celebrate their 21st anniversary by hosting a charity concert at The Holy Cross Church in Tramore on Friday May 19th at 7.30pm. Tickets cost just €15, and the proceeds will go to the Tramore Sea Rescue. The choir will be joined by The Barrack Street Concert Band, The Kalimbas and Dominic McGorian. Two local men Eamonn O Leary and Declan Ryan are part of the choir and really looking forward to performing and raising money for a great charity.