Michael (Mick) Kelly, 2 Kilkenny Road, Ballylinan passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the tender care of The Midlands Hospital, Portlaoise on Wednesday 29 January. Michael was predeceased by his wife Breda.

Delia Murphy (née O' Shaughnessy), Sheffield House Aughanure, Ballylinan died unexpectedly at her home on Thursday 12 December. Delia was predeceased by her parents William and Bridget.