Whelehan Funeral Directors

24/02/2026

Grief can feel overwhelming at times and everyone experiences loss differently. There is no right way to grieve. If you or someone you know is struggling, please remember that support is available.

📞 Irish Hospice Foundation Bereavement Support Line – 1800 80 70 77
📞 Samaritans (24/7) – 116 123
📞 Pieta (24/7) Crisis & bereavement support - 1800 247 247
📞 Anam Cara support for bereaved parents and families– 01 404 5378
📞 Childline – 1800 66 66 66

There are also many excellent local counselling and psychotherapy clinics offering compassionate bereavement support. At various times in our life, gentle support can ease the burden.

If you would like help finding local services, please feel free to contact us privately.

Whelehan Funeral Directors

Dedicated to those we are
privileged to serve

0879800507

18/02/2026

18/02/2026

We are sad to announce the passing of
Annie (Eithne) Boyle
(née Devoy)
Kilmurray, Stradbally, Laois
17th February 2026

Eithne passed away peacefully at her residence in her 98th year, surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her father Thomas, Mother Margaret, her brothers Finn, Liam, TJ and Noel. Sadly missed by her husband Denis, her daughter Colette, and her son Noel, grandchildren Gerard, Aoife, Aishling, and great grandchild Páidí, Son in law Kevin and daughter in law Teresa, relatives neighbours and friends.

May Eithne Rest In Peace

Eithne will be reposing on Thursday evening at her residence from 5pm – 8pm with the recital of the rosary at 8pm.
Removal by Whelehan Funeral Directors on Friday morning at 11:20am to arrive at the church of Assumption the Heath for 12 noon requiem mass.(R32 TN88) Which can viewed on the church we**am https://www.portlaoiseparish.ie/the-heath-we**am/ Interment to follow in adjoining cemetery.

Family Flowers only. Donations if desired to Laois Hospice https://laoishospice.ie/donate/

The Boyle Family would like to thank you for your support and understanding during this sensitive and sad time. Sympathisers can extend their sympathies on the online condolence facilities on Rip.ie
House private Friday morning.

All enquires to Whelehan Funeral Directors – 087 9800 507

16/02/2026

We are sad to announce the passing of
Sarah (Sadie) Duffy
(née Brophy)
Main Street, Monasterevin, Co . Kildare, W34 RD35
formally of Lough, Portarlington.
16th February 2026

Sadie passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Louis, parents James and Christine, her infant brother Patrick, sister Elizabeth and brother Matt. Cherished mother of Patrick, Anne, Louis, Paul, Brian and Kevin. Sadie will be sadly missed by her daughter's in-law Anna, Tina, Liz and Lisa-Marie and her son in-law Thomas and her many grandchildren. Deeply regretted by her sisters Maura and Christina, her brothers Sean and Seamus, brothers in law, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, relative's neighbours and large circle of friends.

May Sadie Rest In Peace

Sadie will be reposing at her residence (W34 RD35) on Wednesday the 18th from 3pm –8pm. Recital of the Rosary at 8pm. Removal by Whelehan Funeral Directors on Thursday morning at 10:30am to arrive at St. Peter and Pauls church Monasterevin for 11am Requiem Mass. Which can be viewed on We**am - https://www.monasterevinparish.ie/we**am/. Internment to follow in Saint Evins Cemetery.

House Private Thursday morning

The Duffy family would like to thank you for your support and understanding during this sensitive and sad time. Sympathisers can extend their sympathies on the online condolence facilities on Rip.ie

All enquires to Whelehan Funeral Directors – 087 9800 507

27/01/2026

We are sad to announce the passing of
William (Billy) Molloy
Fisherstown, Ballybrittas, Laois.
January 24th 2026

Billy Molloy passed away suddenly at his residence. Sadly missed by his loving family. Predeceased by his mother Chrissie and his father Joe. Fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters Mary, Ellen, Mag, Joe and John, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, neices, nephews , relatives, neighbours and friends.

May Billy Rest in Peace

Billy will be reposing at his sister Margaret’s residence ‘The Old Barracks’ Ballybrittas on Thursday 29th from 5pm until recital of the rosary at 8pm. Removal by Whelehan Funeral Directors on Friday at 11.20am to arrive to the Sacred Heart Church, Rath (R32 FN44) for 12 noon Requiem Mass. Interment will follow in the New Cemetery Emo.
Sympathisers can extend their sympathies on the online condolence facilities on Rip.ie
House private on Friday morning please.
The Molloy family would like to thank you for your support during this sad time.

All Enquires to
Whelehan Funeral Directors - 087 9800 507

25/01/2026

We are sad to announce the passing of
Andy Bergin
Timahoe
Co. Laois.
24th of January 2026

Andy passed away suddenly. Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons Andy, Kieran and Martin, daughter Maria (Fogarty) daughters in-law Sheila, Niamh, Jean , son-in-law Paddy, grandchildren Lauren, Jack, Molly, Patrick, Andy and Joe, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, niece's, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.

May Andy Rest In Peace

Andy will be reposing in Saint Michael's Church, Timahoe on Wednesday 28th from 5pm until recital of the rosary at 8pm.
Removal by Whelehan Funeral Directors on Thursday morning at 11.30am to arrive at Saint Michael's Church, Timahoe for 12 noon Requiem Mass. Which may be viewed on church we**am.
Interment to follow in Saint Michael's Cemetery.
Sympathisers can express their sympathies of condolences on the link on Rip.ie
House private on Thursday morning please.


All Enquires to
Whelehan Funeral Directors - 087 9800 507

17/01/2026

http://www.youtube.com/laoisfuneralslive/live

Funeral Mass for David Brown, live from the Church of the Assumption at 12 noon

14/01/2026

We are sad to announce the passing of
David Brown
Forest View, Tonafarna, Vicarstown, Laois
14th January 2026

David passed away peacefully at his residence in the company of his loving family in his 84th year.
Beloved husband of Brenda and cherished father of Noel, Ciara, Stephen and Kate. Son-in-law Gary, daughter-in-law Lindsay, grandchildren Eoghain, Orlaith and Paddy, his extended family, relatives, friends and neighbours.

May David Rest in Peace.

Reposing in the Presentation Chapel Stradbally (R32 WRH9) on Friday the 16th from 5pm to conclude with the recital of the rosary at 7pm.

Removal by Whelehan Funeral Directors on Saturday morning at 11:30am to arrive at Church of the Assumption Vicarstown (R32 N803) for 12 noon Requiem mass. Internment to follow in Moyanna cemetery.

Sympathisers can extend their sympathies on the online condolence facilities on Rip.ie
The family would like to thank you for your support during this sensitive and sad time.

All enquiries to
Whelehan Funeral Directors
087 9800507.

08/01/2026

Honouring a Life, Thoughtfully Remembered 🤍

We are now providing Order of Service booklets on request for a loved one’s Requiem Mass, thoughtfully designed to guide family and friends through the ceremony while creating a meaningful keepsake to cherish.

Each booklet can include prayers, hymns, readings, photographs, and personal touches that reflect the life, faith, and memory of your loved one — prepared with care, dignity, and attention to detail during a difficult time.