The passing of Donal Groves

The Diary has learned of the death of Donal Groves, Knockbounce.

Donal was a stalwart of the Kilcullen Community Council in the 1970s/1980s, and was heavily involved in the famous Kilcullen Capers from the Sunnyhill area.

He will be missed by his wife Pearl, and his daughters Anna and Deirdre, and his extended family and their many friends.

Donal will be reposing at his residence from 12.30 this afternoon. Removal will take place on Saturday morning at 10.30 to Kilcullen Parish Church for 11 o'clock Requiem Mass. Burial will be immediately afterwards in St Brigid's Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be made to Cancer Research using a box in the church.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.