Mary Joan (Joanie) PHELAN
(née Sheils)

Mary Joan (Joanie) Phelan (nee Sheils)

Richmond, Surrey, UK

late of Nuncio Road, Kilkenny

5th October 1941-12th January 2021.

Born in New York, Joanie, after the passing of both her parents, along with her brothers Tommy and Mally , moved to live in Kilkenny with their aunt Nellie Hickey and their cousin Hughie Sheils on Nuncio Road. While both her brothers moved back to the US, Joanie moved to England where she married Kilkenny man Leo Phelan.

A beloved mother to Leo Jnr., she will be sadly missed by her cherished family, and many, many dear friends, spanning the decades, right across the northern hemisphere, in both directions.

May Joanie Rest in Peace

In accordance with current Government/H.S.E. guidelines and in the interest of Public Health and the safety of our most vulnerable, a private family funeral will take place for Joanie (max of 10 people). Her Funeral will arrive at St. Patrick's Church on Friday (12th Feb) evening for Reception Prayers at 7 o'clock. Requiem Mass on Saturday at 11 o'clock. 

For those unable to attend due to current restrictions, all Funeral Services may be viewed online at

www.stpatricksparishkilkenny.com

Those wishing to leave a message of condolence for Joanie's family can do so below.

Joanie's family would like to thank everybody for their support and understanding in these difficult days.