Local Notes: Crochet Christmas Tree in Knockmore Resource Centre
Pictured admiring the beautiful crochet Christmas tree on display in Knockmore/Rathduff Resource Centre which was created by the local knitters group are staff members Caroline, Anne (manager) and Paula.
Many fond memories were recalled during the week of the late Marty Lally, Tavanaghmore, whose unexpected death took place at his residence on Friday, December 29, following an illness. Marty was a much loved brother, uncle, cousin and friend and was highly thought of by his former colleagues with Mayo County Council. Marty was born in 1953 to parents Patrick and Kathleen Lally and was a member of a family of twelve, 7 boys and 5 girls.
At an early age Marty had to take on responsibility of caring for his younger family siblings following the death of both his parents within ten months of each other in the mid 1970’s. Marty was a retired member of the staff of the Swinford area of Mayo Co Council, having given forty-two years’ service there before taking early retirement a few years back to care for his brother Francis.
Marty reposed in Clarkes Funeral Home on the Sunday evening before his removal to Christ the King Church, Knockmore. His 11am con-celebrated Mass was celebrated on the Monday where a large numbers of family, relatives and friends gathered to pay their final respects to a much-loved member of the community. In the homily Marty was remembered as a loving and caring brother, uncle, and friend. A person of great faith and devotion to his Mass and the sacraments.
In his early years he was involved with many organisations in the parish, helping to run the local bingo and was a member of the local branch of the Legion of Mary. Despite his many crosses in life Marty maintained a great sense of humour and in his own quiet manner had a quick word and answer for all. Marty will be remembered by all as a sincere good person but to his family he was their beloved brother, uncle, and carer for many years.
Deepest sympathy is extended to his sisters Helen, Bridget, Ann and Orla, his brothers Michael, Gerard, Brendan and John, to his many nephews and nieces, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, neighbours and friends. He was pre-deceased by his parents, brothers Tommy and Francis and his sister Mary. May he now rest in peace.
Knockmore Ladies Group are celebrating their 30th Anniversary on Friday evening, January 26, commencing with Mass in Rathduff Church at 7pm, followed by music and refreshments in The Lodge, Cloghans. All past and present members are welcome, together with family members and friends.
The late Michael Reddington, Enniscrone, whose death took place following an illness on Tuesday, December 19, was son of the late Anthony and Nora Reddington (nee Nallon), Runagry, Knockmore. Many recalled memories of Mike (as he was fondly known as) growing up in the parish and remembered him with great fondness and as a kind and loyal friend.
Mike always stayed connected with his many cousins and friends in the Knockmore area and returned regularly for many funerals and other occasions. He was pre-deceased by his wife Tess and daughter Mary, and he is survived by his sons Seamus, Tony, Michael, John and David, his daughter Nora, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, in-laws , cousins and many friends to whom deepest sympathy is extended. At his request, his body was donated for research to University Hospital, Galway. May his soul now rest in peace.
Don’t forget to collect your used stamps after your Christmas mail. They will be of great help for the Medical Missionaries of Mary Missions in Africa. They can be left in the porch of Knockmore Church from where they will be forwarded.
The numbers drawn in the Knockmore GAA lotto on December 16, were 7, 8, 18 and 66. There was no jackpot winner. Weekly winners were Alan Duggan and Mick Healy. Season ticket winners were PJ Flynn and Finnuala Murphy. Lucky dip winner was Johnny Flynn. The latest jackpot was €4,900. Your support as always is much appreciated.
With the long nights with us please keep an eye out for the vulnerable and those living on their own. All are asked also to be extra vigilant and report any unusual sightings or activities in the area. Nothing is too small to report and could be of great help to the Garda in curbing crime.
Adoration/Holy Hour takes place on Wednesday mornings in Knockmore church after 10am Mass, from 10.30-11.30am. All are welcome to call in at any time.
Bingo continues every Monday night at 8.30pm in the Community Hall in Knockmore with valuable prizes to be won every night. Refreshments are also served . It is a lovely night to meet up with neighbours and friends.
The numbers drawn in the Conn Ranger lotto, which was held on December 27, were 17, 22, 29 and 33. There was no jackpot winner. €20 winners were Fergal Breslin, Sylvie Kelly, Laoise O’Hora, Mary Robinson, Jarlath Corcoran and Des Sweeney. Lucky dip winner was Denise McMahon. The latest jackpot was €3,300. Thank you for your continued support.
The numbers drawn in the Currabaggan NS online lotto recently were 2, 7, 13 and 17. There was no jackpot winner. €25 winner was Roisin Walshe. If you would like to join their weekly online lotto visit https:/www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/currabagganns. Your support would be much appreciated.
Grow Group Ballina have self-help meetings for people suffering with depression, loneliness, anxiety, etc. on Tuesdays at 8pm in the Ballina Community Centre. Call Cecelia on 086 1074695 for further details.
If you are 65 or over, living alone or with another eligible person in the Ballina and surrounding areas, you may be entitled to apply for the Senior Alert Scheme which is a personal alarm connected to a monitoring station, if you or someone you know matches this criteria, call 096 75573.
Would you be willing to provide companionship or make calls to older people for 1 hour, once a week?. Alone are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please sign up at; https://alone.ie/volunteers. For more information contact Paul Stafford (Mayo)at Paul.Stafford@alone.ie or phone 086 013504.
If you have any unwanted clothing in good condition, please drop into the centre in Knockmore. Bags can be left at the back door. They will be very much appreciated as a fundraiser for the centre.
The Legion of Mary Senior Praesidium hold their meetings in the sacristy on Tuesday mornings following 10am Mass in Knockmore Church and on Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm for the Junior meetings. If you are interested and would like to find out more about their works, please contact any of its members.
Dinners continue to be available from the centre in Knockmore on weekdays Monday to Friday. This is proving a very popular service in the community and is used by a cross section of people. If you are living alone, or too busy to cook lunch, the dinners can be delivered, collected, or eaten at the centre’s dining room. Contact the centre on 094 9258016 for full details.
