Peter O’Rourke
Death Notice

Peter O’Rourke

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  • Tuesday, 14th October 2025
  • Blackwater, Wexford / Roscrea, Tipperary

Peter O’Rourke, Inch, Blackwater, Co.Wexford and formerly Roscrea, Co.Tipperary. Passed away peacefully at Wexford General Hospital on 14th October 2025. Beloved husband of Kathleen (Cathy), much loved father of Rosie and Jack and brother of Francie, Bernie, Christy, Mick, Jim, Eva and the late Mary, Paddy, Kit and Liz. Peter will be sadly missed by his family, son-in-law James, Jack’s partner Jenny, grandchildren Jimmy, Isobel, Charlie, Scarlett and Harry, brothers and sisters in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends. 

May He Rest In Peace

Reposing at Hammel’s Funeral Home, Kilmuckridge (Y25 C9T3) on Wednesday (15th Oct) from 7pm concluding with prayers at 9pm. Reposing on Thursday from 1pm, followed by removal at 2.20pm to St Brigid’s Church Blackwater (via his home) arriving for Funeral Mass at 3pm (click on link below to view), followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Family Flowers only, donations if desired to The Injured Jockey’s Fund, click HERE to donate. Donation box will be available at the Funeral Home and Church.

House private please.

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