K/K notes 15th March 2003
ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
Kilcormac's At. Patrick's Day Parade will start at 3.30p.m. sharp from the G.A.A. Field on the Birr Road, and proceed through Birr St., and Main St., pass the reviewing stand in the Square, before dispersing in Bridge St. All participants should be in their places at 3.15p.m. having got an entry number from Claire Daly or Marie Hynes.
The organisers are expecting a big turnout on the day so come along and join in the Kilcormac Celebration of our National Feast Day.
For further inquiries contact Joe Coleman 0509/35045 or 086/31142777.
Meanwhile, the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Mountbolus takes place after the 11.00a.m. Mass.
CONFIRMATION
Bishop Michael Smith will visit the parish on this Fri. 14th, March, at 11.00a.m. when he will administer Confirmation to 56 children from the parishes of Kilcormac/Killoughey and Eglish. A practice for the children and their sponsors will be held at 8.00p.m. on this Wed. 12th March.
LATE MR. RICHIE MAHON
The death took place of recently of Mr. Richie Mahon, Raheenmoyle, Kilcormac. Richie was not in the best of health recently, but nevertheless, his death was unexpected and a shock to his neighbours and friends. Richie was employed by the firm of D.E. Williams when they operated in Kilcormac, and in later years was employed by Bord na Mona at Boora. He was an excellent gardener and was a very neat person. He lived alone but kept his home in excellent condition with his regular paintwork.
His remains were removed from Tullamore General Hospital to St. James Church, Eglish, and his funeral took place to the adjoining cemetery. Fr. J. Moorehead officiated.
Richie is survived by his brother Packie, (Belmont), sister Bridget (Biddy) Daly, Geashill, nieces, nephews and many friends, to whom deepest sympathy is extended.
BALLYBOY C.C.E.
Musicians from Ballyboy Branch CCE will be performing in The Bridge Centre, Tullamore on Sunday next, 16th March from 2.00p.m. to 5.00p.m., co-inciding with Seachtain na Gaeilge. Ballyboy CCE hope to use this opportunity to fund-raise for the branch, so therefore all support possible is needed.
On Monday 17th the branch is taking part in the St.Patrick's Day parade. This year there will be two floats – one Junior and one Senior. All musicians wishing to take part should be in position at the G.A.A. field Kilcormac at 2.30p.m. where they will be directed to their floats and supervised throughout the parade.
The next senior music session will take place on Fri. April 4th commencing at 9.30p.m. in Dan & Mollys. This should be an excellent session as invitations have been extended to other branches to join on the night. A raffle will be held and all proceeds will be donated to Brosna branch CCE to aid with holding this year's Co. Offaly Fleadh Cheoil.
The Branch would also like to congratulate Tom Bourke on his appointment as Treasurer, Leinster Co.
Finally, the branch wishes a Happy St. Patrick's Day and good luck to everyone in the parade.
CHIROPODIST
The Chiropodist will be in attendance at Kilcormac Community Centre, on Tues. next 18th March, from 2.00p.m. to 5.00p.m.
BUS SERVICE BALLYBOY TO BIRR
West Offaly Community Transport under the Rural Transport Initiative has commenced a bus service to Birr each Friday morning. The Bus leaves Ballyboy at 10.00a.m. and travels via Kilcormac, Rath, Five-Alley and Galross Cross. The Bus returns, leaving Birr at 1.30p.m. It is essential to book, or to make any special arrangements by phoning 0902/54956. The service is open to all age groups.
K.D.A. LOTTO
There was no winner of the Jackpot this week. Winning Nos. were 8,12,18,27. There was one winner with 3 numbers Willie Geraghty, Blueball. Promoters prize Colette Barron. Next weeks draw is in McMahons and the Jackpot will be 11,150Euro.
