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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Fr. Anthony (Tony) Bluett, Effin, Ardpatrick, Limerick Diocese and formerly of Orlando, USA, February 9th 2026, very peacefully in the kind and tender care of all at Milford Care Centre, Limerick. Predeceased by his parents Tom and Nora (nee Watson), brother Tom and nephew Jim. Very deeply regretted by Bishops Brendan Leahy and John Fleming, his brother priests in both dioceses, his sisters Joan (O'Brien) and Helen (O'Shea), his brothers Fr. Garry, Fr. John, Fr. Jim and Fr. Pat, nieces, nephews, extended family, parishoners and his many friends.
May Fr. Tony Rest in Peace
Reposing this Tuesday evening, 10th, from 4pm, at J. McCarthy & Sons Funeral Home, Kilfinane, V35 E791, followed by evening prayers at 7pm. Concelebrated Requiem Mass, Wednesday at 2pm in Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Effin, V35 FC89 followed by burial afterwards to Effin Cemetery.
Fr. Tony's Requiem Mass will be live-streamed, please click on the link below.
No flowers please, donations in lieu to Milford Care Centre. Donation boxes will be available at the funeral home and at the church, alternatively, please click on this link https://milfordcarecentre.ie/donate-now/
Messages of sympathy can be left in the Condolences section below, Mass Cards and letters of sympathy can be posted to Daffy’s Funeral Directors, Kilmallock.
Date Published:
Monday 9th February 2026
