The death has occurred of
Patrick [Paddy] Roche
The Ring, Tinnahinch, Graignamanagh, Co. Kilkenny (Eircode R95 H6H0)
Paddy passed away peacefully on the 10th of May 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his loving granddaughter Emma, parents John & Catherine, brothers Aidan, John & Richie, sister Josie [Whelan], sister in law Frances [Roche] & niece Catherine Hickey and his brother in law Paddy [Whelan]. RIP.
Beloved husband of Rosie nee Kinsella. Devoted dad to Jonathan and Anitha, his son in law Aidan and daughter in law Paula, cherished adoring grandad of Katie, Richie, Ruth, Laura, Ned, Jake & Beth, fondly loved by his sister Eily [Skelton], brothers in law Paddy [Skelton], Michael [Kinsella] & sister in law Ann [Kinsella], nieces, nephews, grandnieces grandnephews, neighbours & friends.
Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories
Reposing at his home on Monday from 3pm to 8pm with, prayers at 7.30pm. Removal on Tuesday morning at 10.30am to arrive at Duiske Abbey for Requiem Mass at 11am, followed by burial in St. Michael’s cemetery. The Requiem Mass can be viewed online using a link to be placed here shortly.
Paddy’s family invite everyone to tea and refreshments in the Abbey Hall, Graignamanagh following the funeral.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired can be made to Bumbalance, the children’s ambulance service using this link https://bumbleance.com/donate/ or in the donation box at the house..
CLICK HERE TO VIEW REQUIEM MASS
A message of sympathy can be left for Paddy’s family in the condolence section below, thank you.
May Paddy Rest in Peace