The death has occurred of Kathleen (Kitty) Whelan, nee Kenny, Upper Kilree Street, Bagenalstown, Co Carlow.

Our dearly loved and precious mother passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday 17th January 2026, in her 96th year. We loved her with all our hearts and was the centre of all we did.

Pre-deceased by her husband and our father, Shem, who’s spirit she always kept alive. Also pre-deceased by her siblings Ellie, Paddy, Mick, Jim, Molly, Jack, Bridge, Tom, Frank, Anne and Lar. Adored mother of Ellen, Catherine, Hannah, Breda and Annamai. Cherished Nana of Katie, Claire, Jack, Joseph, James, Ellie and Alfie. Son-in-laws Stephen, Aidan and John. Mourned by her sister-in-law Nuala, nieces, nephews and many relatives and friends.

May Kathleen’s gentle soul rest in peace.

Funeral arrangements later.