Newspapers.
C.J. = “Clare Journal”
L.C. = “Limerick Chronicle”
D.E. = “The Daily Express”
D.E.M. = “Dublin Evening Mail”
T.T. = “The Times”
C.W.H. = “Cork Weekly Herald”
S.C. = “Southern Chronicle”
I.T. = “The Irish Times”
Bean
L.C., 15 February 1870
At Oxford street, Cheltenham, Martha, widow of Colonel Bean, and daughter
of the late Andrew Kerin, Esq, Ballyally, county Clare.
Boland
L.C., 15 March 1870
On the 12th inst. at his residence, Claremount, O’Callaghan’s
Mills, aged 72 years, Mr Matthew Boland, a most respectable farmer and
much regretted.
Borough
L.C., 3 May 1870
April 29th, at Querrin Cottage, county Clare, of scarlatina, Angelina
Margaret, the beloved child of Randal Borough, Esq, aged five years and
seven months.
Brew
L.C., 28 July 1870
At Caraboo, B.C., Charles Brew, Esq, G.C., eldest son of the late Tomkins
Brew, Esq, R.M., Riverstown, co. Clare, aged 53.
Brown
C.J., 20 January 1870
On Tuesday night, at half past eleven o’clock, in the 32nd year
of her age, Mrs P. Brown, of this town. The deceased was endeared to
her family by the amiability of her character, and the possession of
those amiable qualities which rendered her demise an irreparable loss
to her bereaved husband, children and attached friends. Her death was
calm and resigned, soothed, as it was, by all the consolations of religion
which were unceasingly imparted during the period of her illness. On
this morning an office and high mass were offered up in the Roman Catholic
church, presided over by the Very Rev Dean Kenny, at which several clergymen
attended. At 12 o’clock the funeral cortege proceeded to Killone
cemetery. The funeral was large and respectable and was accompanied to
the final resting place by many of the clergymen, together with those
who had been present at the sacred ceremonies which had been gone through
in the early part of the day.
Brown
L.C., 22 January 1870
On Tuesday night, in Ennis, Mrs P. Brown, in the 82nd year of her age.
Browne
C.J., 3 February 1870
At Castlepark, on 1st inst., Thomas Burke Browne, Esq, aged 52 years.
Burke
C.J., 22 December 1870
On Monday, the 19th instant, at Lifford, near Ennis, Mr James Burke,
aged 77 years. The deceased filled the office of Conducting Clerk to
the Secretary of the Grand Jury for over half a century.
Burton
C.J., 7 November 1870
On Sunday, 7th inst. at Carnelly, the residence of her brother, F.N.V.
Burton, Esq, D.L., in the 18th year of her age, Cecilia, third daughter
of the late Henry Stewart Burton, Esq, D.L., Carrigaholt Castle.
Butler
C.J., 15 December 1870
At Ballymurtagh, county Clare, Charles E. Butler, Esq, second son of
the late Henry Butler, Esq, of Castle Crine. His remains were this day
interred in the family vault at Bunratty Church.
Cahill
D.E.M., 31 January 1870
January 27th, at Ballymurphy, in this county, Kate, the beloved wife
of Thomas Cahill, Esq. The death of this amiable lady is an afflicting
bereavement to her sorrowing family, and has cast a gloom over a large
circle of friends and acquaintances.
Carmody
L.C., 11 January 1870
In Owerso, Michigan, his wife surviving him only a few days, Mr Patrick
Carmody, formerly of Mount Catherine, county Clare, eldest brother of
Mr. C. Carmody, C.E., Summer-hill, Dublin.
Cloirec
C.J., 14 February 1870
On yesterday, in this town, to the inexpressible grief of a numerous
circle of friends and acquaintances, Mary, eldest daughter of Mr Julian
Cloirec, aged 24 years.
Cloirec
C.J., 15 September 1870
On Wednesday, in the 22nd year of his age, deeply and deservedly regretted
by his family and friends for his excellent character and kindly disposition,
Mr John Cloirec, eldest son of Mr Julian Cloirec, of this town.
Coffee
S.C., 15 August 1870
On the 11th inst. at Blackburn, England, Mr Peter Coffee, aged 39 years.
He was an officer of Inland Revenue for 19 years, and formerly of Liscannor,
county Clare.
Coghlin
L.C., 17 May 1870
In Castile, county Renfrew, Ontario, Mr Simon Coghlin, a native of Clare,
and for many years a highly respectable resident of Algona.
Coleman
L.C., 15 October 1870
DEATH OF DR W. ST. J. COLEMAN
A telegram was received at Miltown Malbay on Thursday, the 13th inst.
from Carlsrue, in Baden, announcing the painful news of the death of
Dr Wm. St. John Coleman at that place, from typhus fever. The telegram
was forwarded by Dr Smyth, of Dublin, who was sent out by the friends
of Dr Coleman in Miltown to attend him in his illness. He died on last
Tuesday, the 11th inst.
Connolly
C.J., 18 April 1870
Yesterday, at Chapel Lane, Ennis, after a short illness, aged 63 years,
Mr Michael Connolly, Chandler and Soap Manufacturer.
Connolly
L.C., 19 April 1870
On Saturday evening, in the 63rd year of his age, at his residence, Ennis,
Mr Michael Connolly, shopkeeper. The deceased, who was a respectable
trader, was throughout his life esteemed for his integrity of character
and his quiet, unobtrusive disposition. A large and respectable funeral
accompanied his remains to the grave.
Cox
L.C., 1 November 1870
At Mount Pleasant, Kilrush, the beloved wife of Benjamin Cox, Esq, J.P.
Curtin
L.C., 22 January 1870
On Thursday, at an advanced age, at her residence, Lifford, Ennis, Mrs
Curtin, relict of the late Mr James Curtin.
Daly
C.J., 23 April 1870
On Easter Monday, at the residence of her brother, at Ennistymon, Miss
Harriette Daly, only daughter of the late Francis Daly, Esq, solicitor,
Ennis. She died universally regretted, and fortified by all the rites
of her church.
Dartnell
C.J., 14 March 1870
In Limerick, Rose, relict of the late George Dartnell, Esq.
Davies
C.J., 19 December 1870
DEATH OF GEORGE DAVIES, ESQ.
With sincere regret we record the death, at his residence, Sandhill Lodge,
Lahinch, on Saturday morning last, at the advanced age of 77 years, of
G. Davies, Esq, an exceedingly upright gentleman in every relation of
life, respected and esteemed by a large circle of the leading gentry
of this county, for amiability of character and gentleness of disposition.
At the declaration of peace after the battle of Waterloo, in 1815, he
filled the rank of Lieutenant in the old Galway Militia, and was the
sole surviving officer of that corps on half-pay, up to the period of
his death. His career was honourable, and he has passed from amongst
us lamented by many old associates and private friends.
Denniston
L.C., 23 April 1870
At Naples, on the 2nd of April, James, second son of the late James Denniston,
Esq, of O’Brien’s Bridge.
Dexter
L.C., 5 July 1870
On Thursday, the 30th ult., at Port House, county Clare, the residence
of her son, Joseph Dexter, Esq, J.P., Mrs Dexter, formerly of the county
Tipperary. The deceased lady was esteemed for her amiable disposition
and the many estimable qualities which distinguished her.
Dollard
C.J., 22 March 1870
The Rev A.M. Dollard, P.P., Kilmihil, in this county.
Donovan
C.J., 14 March 1870
With unfeigned sorrow we announce the unexpected death on the 13th inst.
at Greenpark, Ennis, the residence of her brother, of Emily, the beloved
wife of John Donovan, Esq, County Inspector, and eldest daughter of the
late Captain McNamara, 60th Rifles. The melancholy demise of this amiable
lady has cast a deep gloom over a large circle of friends in this county.
Her remains will be interred at one o’clock on Wednesday next at
the family vault, Drumcliffe.
Dowling
L.C., 17 May 1870
At New York, Denis Dowling, a native of Kilrush, county Clare.
Duffy
C.J., 3 February 1870
On 29th inst., at Inch, aged 34 years, James, son of Luke Duffy, deeply
regretted by his family and numerous friends, who loved and respected
him.
Duggan
S.C., 21 May 1870
At Scariff, on the 9th inst. Miss Bridget Duggan, aged 17 years, daughter
of Mr Patrick Duggan, of that town, after a long and painful illness,
which she bore with truly Christian patience and fortitude. Her remains
were conveyed on the 11th inst. to their last resting place at Feakle
Church by an immense concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends to
whom her amiable disposition and urbanity of manner justly endeared her.
Requiescat in Pace.
Dunne
C.J., 12 September 1870
This morning, at his residence, Jail-street, Ennis, very deeply regretted
by his family and friends, Mr James Dunne, son-in-law of Mr John Barrett,
merchant tailor, &c., Church-street.
Fitzpatrick
C.J., 9 May 1870
On the 2nd inst. at O’Connell Square, in this town, James Ashley,
aged nine months, the beloved son of Mr James Fitzpatrick, of Monte Video.
Forde
C.J., 23 April 1870
On Tuesday, the 19th instant, at Park Buildings, Stanley Park, Liverpool,
Deborah, the beloved wife of William Forde, Esq, M.D. Her remains were
conveyed to this country and interred in the family burial place at Kilchreest
on the 23rd instant. Deceased was the daughter and only surviving child
of the late Patrick MacMahon, Esq, of Ennis and Ballynacally. She was
in life the personification of a devoted and affectionate daughter, sister
and wife, and although, alas!, belonging to the last of one of the oldest
of the old princely families of this county, she was homely, unostentatious
and humble to a degree. Cheerful and genial in her disposition, warm
and sincere in her attachments, she made many friends even amongst strangers.
A bereaved mother and husband mourn for the best of children and wives,
and has many sympathisers.
Forde
C.J., 8 September 1870
SUDDEN DEATH OF A CLERGYMAN
On Sunday, the unexpected death of the Rev Mr Forde, C.C., at Ennistymon,
cast a gloom over that town. It appears that the rev gentleman had risen
in the morning in his usual health, but had been immediately taken ill
whereupon he retired again to rest, when a stupor seized him from which
he did not rally until death terminated his career, about half-past 11
a.m. The Rev Mr Forde was eight or ten years on the mission and was a
native of the co. Galway.
Fraser
L.C., 26 August 1870
In this city, of disease of the heart, suddenly, though not quite unexpected,
Charles Fraser, Esq, V.S., well known and thoroughly appreciated for
his kindly disposition, good nature, gentlemanly manners and skill in
his profession. He has been for years a resident in Limerick, and has
been well deserving of the esteem and respect in which he was held by
all classes.
Goggin
L.C., 31 March 1870
On the 30th inst. at 21, Henry-street, Edward, the youngest son of the
late Edward Hodges Goggin, Esq, Burton Hill, county Clare, deeply regretted
by his family and friends.
Going
L.C., 12 February 1870
On the 9th inst., at Violet Hill, co Clare, at an advanced age, Frances,
relict of the late James Going, Esq.
Going
C.J., 29 September 1870
On the 23rd inst. at Careswood, Castle Martyn, Maria, last surviving
daughter of the late Thomas Going, Esq, Errina, county Clare.
Gore
D.E.M., 31 January 1870
On Thursday, the 27th inst., at Woodlawn, in this county, Captain Francis
Gore, late of the Clare Militia. There was no man more respected and
loved by all classes, and his death places in mourning many of the leading
families of Clare.
Grady
C.W.H., 6 August 1870
On the 11th ult., at New York City, Mary, wife of the late Thomas Grady,
a native of Trenahow, county Clare, aged 81.
Guinness
C.J., 15 September 1870
At Strand House, Limerick, Katherine, the infant daughter of Reginald
Bruce Guinness, Esq.
Hastings
C.J., 3 February 1870
On the 30th of January, at Clare Castle, to the inexpressible grief of
her family and friends, Mrs Margaret Hastings.
Henchy
D.E., 30 June 1870
June 23, near Moynoe, county Clare, Ireland, from disease of the heart,
Fitzgibbon Henchy, Esq, the eldest son of the late Peter Fitzgibbon Henchy,
Esq, Q.C., and LL.D., of Merrion-square, Dublin, and Moynoe, county Clare,
Ireland, deeply mourned.
Hodges
L.C., 22 January 1870
On the 23 inst., at 49, George-street, Limerick, Miss Mary Hodges, of
Williamsfort, Knock, county Clare, in the 87th year of her age.
Irwin
C.J., 20 June 1870
On the 14th instant, at Ballyvaughan, after a protracted illness, Minnie
Kate, third daughter of Mr John Irwin, aged ten years.
James
L.C., 13 March 1870
In Buffalo, New York, on the 19th ult., in the 78th year of her age,
Mary, relict of the late Joseph James, Esq, of Buncraggy, county Clare.
Janns
L.C., 15 September 1870
At his town residence, Charlemont-terrace, Dublin, Capt. Charles Janns,
R.N., of Cragleigh, county Clare.
Jennings
D.E.M., 31 January 1870
On last night, in Church-street, Joseph, youngest son of D.C Jennings,
C.I., aged 9 years.
Jennings
L.C., 3 February 1870
On the 31st, at Ennis, about 9 years of age, Joseph, son of J.D. Jennings,
County Inspector. The deceased child furnished strong evidence of precocious
intellect, and was endeared to his family for his amiable disposition.
His remains were attended by his fellow-students of the Killaloe Diocesan
College and a large number of respectable inhabitants.
Keane
L.C., 30 April 1870
On Friday evening, the 29th inst. at the residence of his brother, 29,
Eccles-street, Dublin, Thomas Keane, Esq, J.P., Bindon-street, Ennis.
The funeral will take place on Tuesday, at the family burial-place, Kilmaley.
Keatinge
C.J., 12 September 1870
Of bronchitis, at the residence of her father, Mary Constance, the beloved
wife of Joseph Keatinge, Esq, Ennis, and youngest daughter of Peyton
Sheals, Esq, Fortview, Roscommon, aged 28 years.
Lynch
C.J., 14 February 1870
On Saturday, at Kilcullen, near this town, Mr Daniel Lynch, aged 37,
leaving a wife and young family to mourn his premature demise. He was
very much respected, and through his life bore an excellent character
as an honest, upright man.
Lynch
C.J., 25 July 1870
At Kilbricken, in this county, sincerely regretted by a numerous circle
of relations and friends, Mr Michael Lynch.
McAuliffe
C.J., 19 September 1870
At her residence, Moore-street, Kilrush, at an advanced age, the wife
of Mr Denis McAuliffe.
McCloskey
C.J., 28 February 1870
On yesterday, Spire, daughter of the late Hugh McCloskey, Esq.
McClure
C.J., 24 January 1870
On the 24th inst., at Jail-street, Ennis, Mr Robert McClure, formerly
of the city of Limerick, in the 70th year of his age.
Massy
L.C., 1 November 1870
We deeply regret to announce the death of Sir Hugh Dillon Massy, Bart.,
and D.L., of Doonass, county Clare, which sad event took place after
a protracted illness at Kingstown, on Saturday morning, where he had
been sojourning for some weeks. His remains will arrive at Doonass this
evening and be removed from thence tomorrow morning (Wednesday), at 11
o’clock, for interment in the family vault at Clonlara.
Milward
L.C., 7 December 1870
We regret to announce the demise in Ennis, on yesterday, in the 66th
year of his age, to the inexpressible grief of his bereaved widow and
family, of Mr John Milward, Manager of the National Bank. The deceased
gentleman, during the long period of time he had been connected with
the commercial interests of Ennis, had discharged his onerous duties
with credit to himself and advantage to the public. His consideration
in financial affairs was large and judiciously applied, and he leaves
behind him a character for probity and public utility which his many
friends willingly accord to his memory.
Molony
C.J., 29 December 1870
Friday, Dec. 23rd, at Ennistymon, Mrs Bridget Molony, widow of the late
Mr Michael Molony. R.I.P.
Morony
L.C., 24 December 1870
Dec. 22, at Miltown House, Miltown Malbay, Burdett Morony, Esq, J.P.
and D.L., County Clare, aged 55 years.
Mungovan
C.J., 4 July 1870
At Kilkee, in the 67th year of her age, Mrs Thomas Mungovan, sister of
the late Rev Mortimer O’Brien, P.P., Kilkeedy.
Nihill
S.C., 12 November 1870
At Killaloe, aged 47 years, Mr Paul Nihill, a much respected resident.
O’Brien
L.C., 12 February 1870
At Birchfield, county Clare, Mary, relict of the late Cornelius O’Brien,
Esq, M.P.
O’Brien
L.C., 8 March 1870
On the 5th March, at Old Church, near Limerick, the Hon. Robert O’Brien,
fourth son of the late Sir Edward O’Brien of Dromoland, Baronet,
aged 60 years.
O’Brien
D.E.M., 9 March 1870
DEATH OF THE HONOURABLE ROBERT O’BRIEN
Limerick, Monday. This gentleman, the brother of Lord Inchiquin, and
also of the late William Smith O’Brien, died very suddenly at his
own house, on Saturday evening. He had left the drawing-room only a few
minutes before, apparently in good health and spirits, and retired to
dress for dinner. Disease of the heart was the cause of his untimely
demise.
O’Brien
L.C., 2 April 1870
On the 1st April, at 72, George-street, Timothy O’Brien, Esq, J.P.,
aged 76 years.
O’Dwyer
C.J., 23 June 1870
On the 6th inst. at Trinidad, Thomas C. O’Dwyer, second son of
John O’Dwyer, Esq, Miltown Malbay, after a lingering illness of
disease of the heart.
O’Dwyer
L.C., 25 June 1870
At Trinidad, Thomas C. O’Dwyer, second son of John O’Dwyer,
Esq, Miltown Malbay, county Clare.
O’Gorman
C.J., 21 April 1870
At 9, Smith-street, Chelsea, London, on Wednesday, after a brief illness,
Henry O’Gorman, Esq, second son of The O’Gorman, late of
the Causeway, Ennis, in the 69th year of his age.
O’Gorman
C.J., 23 June 1870
On Tuesday, at Gravesend, London, in the 28th year of his age, P.J. O’Gorman,
Esq, officer of Her Majesty’s Customs. The deceased, who was the
son of Mr Thomas O’Gorman, of Corofin, in this county, was esteemed
by his brother officers and acquaintances for his integrity and his many
excellent qualities of mind and disposition, whilst he was deservedly
beloved by his family and friends who mourn his premature demise with
the deepest sorrow and unceasing regret.
O’Halloran
C.J., 6 January 1870
At the residence of her husband, John O’Halloran, Esq, M.D., in
the county of Kerry, Mrs O’Halloran, sister of Joseph Enright,
Esq, M.D. and John Enright, Esq, J.P. The deceased lady was a native
of the county Clare, and was interred at Drumcliffe, near Ennis, on Tuesday.
Her amiable qualities caused her to be universally esteemed and respected.
Quin
C.J., 10 January 1870
SUDDEN DEATH OF THE REV THOMAS QUIN, P.P., OF INAGH.
We regret to have to record this sad and melancholy event, which took
place yesterday (Sunday) in the sacristy of the chapel of Kilamona, almost
immediately after the gentleman had descended from the altar, where he
celebrated Mass. He expired quite suddenly, and the loss of so good and
deservedly esteemed a pastor is deplored throughout the entire county
where his worth and excellence was appreciated. The deceased was aged
64 years, and was 27 P.P. of Inagh.
Ready
D.E.M., 31 January 1870
January 31st, at Tulla, Mr Walter Ready.
Reidy
C.J., 24 January 1870
On Wednesday, at Moore-street, Kilrush, after a short illness, borne
with Christian fortitude, Miss Ellen Reidy, deeply regretted by her numerous
friends.
Reilly
C.J., 29 December 1870
At Woodpark, Ennistymon, on the 27th instant, Eliza, wife of P.E. Reilly,
Esq, J.P., aged 72 years.
Robertson
C.J., 15 June 1870
At Thomond-square, Cork, Kate, daughter of the late Peter Blake, Esq,
of Newmarket-on-Fergus, and wife of Mr John Robertson, lace manufacturer,
late of Limerick.
Ross-Lewin
L.C., 15 September 1870
On the 8th inst. at MacDonnell-terrace, Kilkee, Charles Massy Ross-Lewin,
son of the late Major Ross-Lewin, of Ross-Hill, county Clare.
Ross-Lewin
C.J., 15 September 1870
At MacDonnell-terrace, Kilkee, Charles Massy Ross-Lewin, son of the late
Major Ross-Lewin, of Ross-Hill, county Clare.
Roughan
C.J., 18 April 1870
At Church-street, Ennis, the wife of Mr Patrick Roughan, Boot and Shoemaker.
Roughan
C.J., 24 October 1870
At Market Square, Kilrush, Mr Thomas Roughan.
Savill
C.J., 7 April 1870
On the 31st March, at Clifton, Mary, the beloved wife of Lieut.-Colonel
Savill, late of the Royal Artillery.
Seward
L.C., 15 March 1870
On the 12th inst. at his residence, Kilkee, county Clare, at an advanced
age, James Seward, Esq, late of this city.
Sexton
C.J., 7 April 1870
At Nayland, Suffolk, James N. Sexton, Esq, formerly of Ennis, Superannuated
Supervisor of Inland Revenue, aged 71 years.
Sexton
L.C., 11 April 1870
At Nayland, Suffolk, James N. Sexton, Esq, formerly of Ennis, Superannuated
Supervisor of Inland Revenue.
Sexton
C.J., 9 May 1870
At Maryville, Ennis, on Thursday 5th inst. of croup, Anna Maria, youngest
daughter of Mr P. Sexton, architect, aged one year and eight months.
Shannon
C.J., 28 February 1870
At his residence, Corofin, on Tuesday last, in the 60th year of his age,
Mr. Patrick Shannon, P.L.G. The deceased was a member of one of the old
and respectable families connected with this county for centuries, and
his remains were followed to the grave by one of the largest funeral
processions which has taken place in a county district in a long time.
The many Roman Catholic clergymen present on the occasion were joined
by the respected Protestant rector of the parish, who all united in paying
the last sad tribute of regard. Mr Shannon leaves behind him a family
possessed of most excellent qualities, with those loss, we are sure,
all who know them deeply sympathise.
Shannon
C.J., 10 March 1870
This day, at his residence, Mill-street, rather suddenly, the wife of
Mr Michael Shannon, very much regretted.
Shannon
C.J., 14 March 1870
On Thursday last, at her residence, Mill-street, in this town, rather
suddenly, and to the inexpressible grief of her family and friends, Margaret,
the beloved wife of Mr Michael Shannon, grocer, &c., aged 34 years.
The premature demise of an attached mother and endearing wife is deeply
deplored and leaves a sad blank in the domestic circle.
Slattery
L.C., 17 May 1870
At Market-square, Kilrush, the relict of the late Mr John Slattery, victualler.
Smithwick
T.T., 23 December 1870
On the 21st Dec., at Maidenhead, Berks, Catherine, wife of Robert Smithwick,
of William’s Fort, Dromkeen, county Limerick, and formerly of Keswick,
Cumberland, eldest daughter of the late Rev Richard FitzGerald, Glenville,
county Clare.
Smyth
C.J., 20 January 1870
January 15, at 4, Mount-street Crescent, after a long and painful illness,
Mary Westropp, the beloved wife of M. Blood Smyth, Esq.
Smyth
C.J., 19 May 1870
On the 18th inst. at Galway, W.B. Smyth, Esq, Castle Fergus, co. Clare,
aged 71 years.
Stoney
L.C., 3 November 1870
This day, at the Rectory, Clondegad, after a brief illness, the Rev George
R. Stoney, deeply and sincerely regretted.
Studdert
L.C., 29 November 1870
At his residence, Danganelly House, co. Clare, Thomas Studdert, Esq,
at the patriarchal age of 95.
Vandeleur
D.E.M., 12 October 1870
October 3, at Buxton, Frances Letitia, second daughter of Colonel and
Lady Grace Vandeleur.
Vereker
L.C., 26 July 1870
July 25th, at Killaloe Glebe, co. Clare, Catherine, relict of the late
Amos Vereker, Esq, M.D., of this city, aged 82 years.
Wallace
C.J., 24 October 1870
At Moore-street, Kilrush, Mr James Wallace, aged 60 years.
Westby
T.T., 14 April 1870
On the 12 April, at 9, York-gate, Regent’s-park, the Hon. Mrs Westby,
widow of Nicholas Westby, Esq, county Clare, Ireland.
Westby
C.J., 30 June 1870
At St Leonard’s-on-Sea, William Francis Perceval, eldest son of
Edward Perceval Westby, Esq, of Roebuck Castle, county Dublin.
White
L.C., 26 November 1870
On the 24th inst. at Kincora House, Killaloe, after a brief illness,
Eliza Singer, widow of the late Finch White, Esq, of Fort Henry.
Wolseley
C.J., 18 January 1870
At Kilkee, Alicia, wife of Major Robert B. Wolseley, and youngest daughter
of the late Sir Robert Warren, Bart, of Warrenscourt, co Cork.
Wolseley
L.C., 23 April 1870
I regret to announce the death of Major Robert B. Wolseley, late of the
36th Regt., father of the Rev W.H. Wolseley, vicar of Kilrush. This gentleman
lived to the advanced age of 82, and died at the Glebe House on Wednesday,
at 2 o’clock. On today his mortal remains were laid next to his
wife who died a few months ago at the age of 85, in the parish church.
The burial service was read by Rev Mr Burkitt, rector of Kilkee, and
although the funeral was strictly private a large number of the neighbouring
gentry and merchants were present.
Woulfe
I.T., 31 October 1870
26th inst. in London, after a very short illness, the Hon. Isabella Woulfe,
wife of Stephen Roland Woulfe, Esq, of Tiermaclane, Co Clare. R.I.P.
Note: Isabella Letitia Woulfe, nee Graves, 1817-1870, wrote the novel “Guy
Vernon,” published in London in 1870.
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