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The death has occurred of
Very Rev. James Egan
Egan, Very Rev. James, A.P. Knockavilla Donaskeigh Parish and late of Lisheen, Moyne, Thurles, Co. Tipperary. January 17th 2026,
(peacefully) in the outstanding care of The Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles.
Predeceased by his parents John and Hannah and his sister Sr. Eileen.
Deeply regretted by his loving family, brothers John, Fr. Joe and Dan, sister Margaret (Malone), sister's in law Nora and Catherine, brother in law Richard, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins, Archbishop Kieran O' Reilly, his fellow priests of the Diocese, his parishioners of Knockavilla Donaskeigh, his neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Reposing this Monday evening at The Church of the Assumption, Knockavilla (E34 F228) from 4.30pm to 7.30pm.
Requiem Mass Tuesday at 11.30am, followed by burial in the Church Grounds.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Unit B Palliative Care, The Hospital of the Assumption
"May he Rest in Peace"
Date Published:
Saturday 17th January 2026
Date of Death:
Saturday 17th January 2026