News
John Hickey
Ex Corporal, 12 Inf Bn Kickham Bks Clonmel. passed away, peacefully in the care of the staff at Tramore Nursing Home, 11th February 2024.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Roger McGrath
Roger was a former MP, Kickham Barracks, Clonmel passed away, after a short illness, at Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, on Sunday 28th January 2024.
May he Rest in Peace.
John Hickey
John former storeman B Coy 12 Inf Bn passed away on the 5th of November 2023, peacefully at his residence in the loving care of his family.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Gus Slater
Gus sadly died peacefully on the 27th of October 2023, at Tipperary University Hospital.
May he Rest in Peace
Jimmy Coady
We regret to report the death of our Comrade and fellow Post member on 10/07/2023.
Jimmy served as a Sgt in Sp Coy 12 Inf Bn Kickham Barracks, Clonmel.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Edel Douris
With sadness we inform of the death of our Comrade on 09/06/2023.
She served in Kickham Bks Clonmel with 12 Inf Bn, in Collins Bks Cork at HQ S Comd as a Staff Officer and as ADC to the GOC. She served in Lebanon on two occasions
Suaimhneas síorí dá hanam.
Joe O'Grady
It was with sadness that we learned of the death of Joe on 27/04/2023, he was a great comrade and friend to everyone who knew him.
May Joe Rest in Peace
April 2023
Joe Ryan
It is with regret that we notify the death of Congo Veteran Joe Ryan. who died 08 April 2023.
May he Rest in Peace.
March 2023
Death of Musha Maher
With regret, we report the passing of Paddy (Musha) Maher ex 12 Inf Bn, Kickham Barracks, Clonmel, who died on 22/o3/2023
May he Rest in Peace.
Post 24 IUNVA
Post members leading the St. Patrick's Day Parade, in Clonmel 17th March 2023.
February 2023
Death of Jimmy Ryan
Post 24 IUNVA
Post 24 IUNVA
With sadness, we report the passing of a Congo veteran and a fellow member of IUNVA.
Jimmy Ryan ex 12 Inf Bn, Kickham Barracks, Clonmel, who died on 05/o2/2023
May Jimmy Rest in Peace.
January 2023
Capt John Bourke (Retd)
It is with regret that we notify the death of Capt John Bourke (Retd). 12 Inf Bn Clonmel who died 24 January 2023.
May he Rest in Peace.
The new Post 24 Committee for 2023
Chairman Sean Cosgrave
Vice Chairman Martin Fennessey
Secretary Anthony Hackett
Assistant Secretary Mick O'Neal
Treasurer Bob Cantwell
Assistant Treasurer John Lyons
December 2022
Tragic Death of Pte Seán Rooney
We extend our sympathy to the family of Pte Seán Rooney 121 Inf Bn UNIFIL who was killed near Al Aqbieh in Lebanon 14 Dec 2022 and to the families of the three personnel who were wounded. Ar dheis Dé to raibh a anam dílis.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and comrades of the personnel who were attacked. Four of the eight personnel in the two vehicle convoy were taken to hospital after the attack. The deceased was pronounced dead on arrival at Raee Hospital near the city of Sidon.
Rest in Peace
September 2022
Annual General Convention
Hosted by Post 24
Guard of Honour 24/09/2200 at the Talbot Hotel. Clonmel for IUNVA General Convention
August 2022
Death of Maj Gen Vincent Savino (Retd)
IUNVA National President - 28/08/2022
Former DF QMG and GOC E Comd
A veteran of peace support operations with ONUC in the Congo, UNFICYP in Cyprus, UNTSO in the Middle East and UNIFIL in Lebanon as OC 44 Inf Bn in 1978 – 79 and a Senior Staff Officer at UNIFIL HQ.
May 2022
We are saddened to announce the death of Jim (Snipe) Fanning (Ex 12 Inf Bn Clonmel)
who died 30 May 2022.
May he Rest in Peace.
We regretfully report the death of Ex Sgt Sean Crotty (3 Motor Squadron)
Sean served in Kickham Bks for many years with 3 Mot Sqn on Full Time duties.
Clonmel
30/05/2022
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis.
The death has occurred of Congo Veteran Mick Fennessy
Clogheen
May he Rest in Peace
09/04/2022
March 2022
The death has occurred of Congo Veteran John Keane
Formerly of Abbeyside Cashel passed away peacefully at Tipperary University Hospital surrounded by his loving family on 14/03/2022.
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May he Rest in Peace
February 2022
Jim Boland ex Kickham Bks
We are saddened to announce the death of Jim Boland (Ex 12 Inf Bn Clonmel) who died 11 February 2022.
May he Rest in Peace.
January 2022
Frankie Dwan
Frankie Dwan
It is with regret that we notify the death of Frankie, Ex 12 Inf Bn, Clonmel
Rest in Peace
December 2021
The new committee for 2022
Chairman Sean Cosgrave
Vice Chairman Martin Fennessey
Secretary Anthony Hackett
Assistant Secretary Mick O'Neal
Treasurer Bob Cantwell
Assistant Treasurer John Lyons
Paddy Keogh
We regret to announce the death of Paddy Keogh (Ex 12 Inf Bn) who died 1st December 2021.
May he Rest in Peace.
July 2021
We are saddened to announce the death of Frankie Kelly (Ex 12 Inf Bn) who died 08 July 2021.
May he Rest in Peace.
April 2021
Paddy Wall
It is with sadness that we report the death of Congo Vetern. Paddy Wall who died 10 April 2021.
May he Rest in Peace.
March 2021
Jimmy Quinn
It is with regret that we notify the death of Jimmy Quinn. (12 Inf Bn Clonmel) who died 04 March 2021.
May he Rest in Peace.
February 2021
Blackie Burke
It's with sad regret that we notify the death of Paddy (Blackie) Burke. Many good memories of serving with Blackie down through the years in Kickham Barracks, Clonmel. He will be missed.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis.
Jan 2021
The new committee for 2020.
Chairman Sean Cosgrave
Vice Chairman Martin Fennessey
Secretary Anthony Hackett
Assistant Secretary Seanie O'Meara
Treasurer Bob Cantwell
Assistant Treasurer John Lyons
October 2020
Lebanon Appeal
The Rotary Club of Clonmel and Post 24 Irish United Nations Veterans Association have come together to send basic school and medical aid to the Defence Forces and Rotary in the Lebanon when it will be distributed as part of a UNIFIL project.
Starting Monday, the 5th of October for three weeks each Monday Tuesday Wednesday from 2 pm to 5 pm Post 24 IUNVA will make the Veterans Cafe premises at the Railway Station Clonmel available to the public to leave in the following items;–
Medical basic Aid ;- PPE, Facemasks, gloves, Sanitizer, bandages, plasters and basic first aid kits.
School basic literacy Aid; – School textbooks, copybooks, stationery, educational toys, sports kits and equipment, serviceable IT equipment.
The literacy aid will go to the South Lebanon area where our soldiers have long been involved in school projects with the locals.
The medical aid goes to Beirut where the devastating August dock explosion left 350,000 people homeless overnight.
Clonmel has a long history with the army and we are appealing to everyone to give generously, any of the above items, into Veterans Cafe at the Railway Station over the next three weeks
If you cannot get to the cafe personally please phone or text John at 0862336479 and we will endeavour to collect items from you.
The next Irish Battalion will be bringing our items to the Lebanon with them in early November , so please drop in your offerings as soon as possible
Your generosity is most appreciated.
60th Anniversary Death of CS Felix Grant - Clonmel
Some members of Post 24 who attended at a ceremony to mark the 60th anniversary of the death of CS Felix Grant.
Left to Right Tony (Felix) Grant, Ned Lonergan, Martin Fennessy, Mattie McCarthy, Sean Cosgrave, Tom Whyte & John Shortiss.
September 2020
Knox O'Donnell
It's with sadness that we learned of the passing of a good friend and comrade John (Knox) O'Donnell. Many good memories of serving with Knox both at home and overseas.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis.
July 2020
John Ryan IUNVA
Ex Pte John Ryan, 12 Inf Bn, Kickham Barracks, Clonmel, Congo Veteran
Died 20 July 2020.
May he Rest in Peace
June 2020
Mick Haslem RIP
It is with regret that we learned of the death of on Friday 12th June 2020, of Mick Haslam (Post 4 IUNVA) following an illness that he fought for some time, he was instrumental in the formation of Post 24 and held many appointments during his membership including Chairman and later President.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis.
April 2020
George Nagle Rembrance
April 25, Anzac Day today, remembering the fallen.
Pictured in Australia is Mr. Harry Birrell who served with George Nagle in Vietnam 9th Battalion Royal Australian Regiment.
George who was KIA in Vietnam, was a native of Clonmel and served in Kickham Barracks and is a former UN Veteran.
March 2020
Liam Walsh
It is with regret that we notify the death of a UN Veteran, Liam Walsh, who passed away today - 1st March 2020.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis
Jan 2020
The new committee for 2020.
Chairman Sean Cosgrave
Vice Chairman Martin Fennessey
Secretary Anthony Hackett
Assistant Secretary Seanie O'Meara
Treasurer Bob Cantwell
Assistant Treasurer John Lyons
December 2019
Hospital Visit
Two members of the Post (Matty McCarthy & John Lyons) visited South Tipperary General Hospital, Childern's Ward on the 19 December 2019.
This is an Annual Tradition, where members visit each year and bring gifts for the children.
November 2019
Jimmy Cagney
It is with regret that we notify the death of one of our members, Jimmy Cagney a veteran of the Congo, who passed away today - 1st November 2019.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis
August 2019
GOC 1 S Bde Visit
Post members on the ocassion of the visit by GOC 1 S Bde Brig Gen P. Flynn - 21 August 2019
Galway Parade
Respect & Loyalty Parade Galway, 10 Aug 2019
July 2019
Tom O'Neill
It is with deep regret that we notify the death of one of our comrades, Tom O'Neill (ex Sgt 3rd Motor Squadron) RIP, a Congo veteran who passed away on 14 July 2019. Deepest condolences to Tom's family and friends.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis.
April 2019
Ned Spillane
It was with sadness that we learned of the death last week, of an old comrade, Ex Sgt Ned Spillane 12 Inf Bn Clonmel, Deepest condolences to the family.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis
March 2019
Jimmy Condon
Another small ceremony was held on 14 March 2019 in Moyglas to mark the 55th anniversary of the death of Jimmy Condon (served in Kickham Barracks prior to joining the BA) who was killed in action in Borneo on 14 March 1964.
January 2019
The new committee for 2019.
Chairman John Shortiss
Secretary Michael O'Neill
Treasurer John Lyons
Vice Chairman William Connolly
Assistant Secretary John Ralph
Assistant Treasurer Bob Cantwell
George Nagle
A small ceremony was held on 05 January 2019 to mark the 50th anniversary of the death of George Nagle (ex12 Inf Bn and UN Veteran) who was killed in action in Vietnam on 06 January 1969.
December 2018
Rubber Cosgrave
It is with deep regret that we notify the death of one of our members, Noel (Rubber) Cosgrave (ex 12 Inf Bn) RIP who passed away on - 27 December 2018. Deepest condolences to Noel's family and friends.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis.
Christmas Greetings
We wish all members of IUNVA in general and Post 24 in particular and their families a Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year.
Our thoughts also go out to any of our members and their families who may not be in good health at the moment and special thanks to the members of the Defence Forces who are serving both overseas and at home during the season. We wish to express our appreciation for the important tasks performed by them at home and overseas over the past year.
Nollaig Shona Daoibh agus Athbhliain faoi Mhaise Daoibh.
July 2018
Deaths July Post members
The following were laid to rest and Post 24 personnel rendered honours for their funerals.
Mick Barry (Ex 12 Inf Bn) on the 02 July 2018
Nicholas Kennedy (Ex 12 Inf Bn) on the 16 July 2018
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis
May 2018
John Bowe
It is with regret that we announce the death of John Bowe (Ex 3 Grn MPC) on 16 May 2018.
Deepest condolences to John's family and friends.
Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas sioraí dó (May God give eternal rest to him )
Veterans Day Collins Barracks, Dublin
Tom Whyte, Mattie McCarthy, Seanie Cosgrave, Micky Harney, Tony Marshall, Anthony McCarthy, Martin Freaney, John Ralph, Willie Connolly and Tony Hackett.
It is with regret that we announce the death of Denis O'Halloran (Ex 12 inf Bn) on 08 May 2018.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
April 2018
Tommy Byrne (Ex 3rd Motor Sqn) was laid to rest last week 02 Apr 2018.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam
Feb 2018
Willie Fenlon (Ex 3rd Motor Sqn) was laid to rest last week 20 Feb 2018.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam
Jan 2018
The new committee for 2018.
Chairman Sean Cosgrave
Vice Chairman Liam Kenny
Secretary Michael O' Neill
Assistant Secretary Anthony Hackett
Treasurer Bob Cantwell
Assistant Treasurer John Lyons
December 2017
Tony Mullins
It is with regret that we notify the death of one of our members, Tony Mullins who passed away today - 28 December 2017.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis
Andy Duggan
Ex Sgt Andy Duggan, was laid to rest on 27th December 2017
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam
October 2017
Stephen Conroy
18th October 2017
The death occurred of Veteran Stephen Conroy, Fairfields, Clonmel and formerly Wicklow Town. Stephen passed away unexpectedly in Tenerife in the presence of his wife Bernie and sons Jamie and Lee. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, sister Nicol, nephew Killian, niece McKenzie, uncles, aunts, father-in-law, extended family & friends.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam
May 2017
Tommy Flynn
It was with sadness that we learned of the death, of Tommy Flynn (ex 3 Cav Sqn & 12 Inf Bn Clonmel & UN Veteran) Condolences to his family and friends.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis
Fundraiser
Front L to R Sean Cosgrave Chairman Post 24 IUNVA, presenting a cheque to Bernie Dargan & Gertie Dennehy Dolphin Swimming Club,on behalf of the Blue Beret Club, Anthony McCarthy & Jimmy Fitzgerald Post 24 IUNVA
Back L to R Sarah Cosgrave, Sean O'Meara A/Secretary Post 24 IUNVA, Martin Freaney & Michael Waters Post 24 IUNV
Donation - CMRF
Donation made recently by members of Post 24 on behalf of the blue beret Club to Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin.
In the photograph are Sean Cosgrave Chairman Post 24, Dan McGibney CMRF and Sean O'Meara A.Secretary Post 24 IUNVA
April 2017
01/04/2017
It is with sad regret that we notify the death of Pat (Gully) Kelly RIP. Condolence to his family and friends.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis
March 2017
St. Patricks Day Parade 2017
Post members took part in St. Patricks Day celebrations on the 17th.
03/03/2017
It is with regret that we notify the death of Edward (Tucker) Power Ex 12 Inf Bn RIP
January 2017
The new committee for 2017.
Chairman Sean Cosgrave
Vice Chairman Liam Kenny
Secretary Michael O' Neill
Assistant Secretary Sean O'Meara
Treasurer Bob Cantwell
Assistant Treasurer John Lyons
November 2017
Wednesday 16th November 2016, Brigadier General Philip Brennan General Officer Commanding 1 Brigade paid a visit to Post 24 where he was met by members of the post. The visit coincides with his imminent departure to take up a new appointment as part of the EU Military Staff in Brussels.
October 2016
Our Annual Mass was held in St. Olivers Church, Clonmel on Sunday 9th Oct. There was a large attendance which was much appreciated.
March 2016
1916 Commemoration
The main event this year centered around the 1916 Commemorations, Post 24 held a ceremony in Kickham Barracks, Clonmel in June 2016.
January 2016
The new committee for 2016.
Chairman Paddy Hackett
Vice Chairman Johnny O' Callaghan
Secretary Michael O' Neill
Assistant Secretary Mick Haslam
Treasurer Sean Cosgrave
Assistant Treasurer Bob Cantwell
March 2015
29 March 2015 Remembrance Day Ceremony in Kickham Barracks Clonmel
January 2015
The Post Annual General Meeeting was held during the month of January 2015.
The new committee is as follows:
Chairman Paddy Hackett
Deputy Chairman Johnny O' Callaghan
Secretary Michael O' Neill
Deputy Secretary Liam Mackey
Treasurer Teddy O' Brien
Deputy Treasurer Jimmy Cullen
March 2014
Members of Post 24 were very busy during March with a trip to Teipval Bks Lisburn, at the Royal Irish Regiment Shamrock parade on 15 March 2014. See. Also there was the Flag day collections and of course our own participation in St. Patrick's Day parades in Clonmel. Some members of Post 24 attended the Ministerial Review of 44 Inf Gp prior to their departure to Syria at Stephens Bks Kilkenny.
January 2014
The Post Annual General Meeeting was held during the month and one notable point was the fact that the long-standing Chairman of Post 24, Mick Haslam indicated that he was not going forward for re-election.
The new committee is as follows:
Chairman Tom Carroll
Deputy Chairman Pat McGarry
Secretary Paddy Hackett
Deputy Secretary Sean O'Meara
Treasurer Jimmy Cullen
Deputy Treasurer Johnny O'Callaghan
November 2013
Annual Mass
Remberence Mass
This took place on 10 Nov 2013, in St Olivers Church. Clonmel Borough Council Members, IUNVA and ONET Members and Guests attended.
October 2013
Billy Kane
Farewell to an old comrade.
It is with sadness that we learned of the passing of Ex Sgt Maj Billy Kane (12 Inf Bn) on 3 Oct 2013, peacefully at Heywood Lodge, husband of the late Kathleen father of the late Johnny deeply regretted by his loving family Liam, Betty, Marguerite, daughter-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and his many friends
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
August 2013
It is with regret that we notify the death of Martin Phelan son of Bobby Phelan, Deepest Condolences to Bobby, Margaret and family.
Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas sioraí dó (May God give eternal rest to him )
September 2012
Johnny Fitzgerald
It was with sadness that we learned of the death last week, of an old comrade, Johnny Fitzgerald (ex 3 Motor Sqn & 12 Inf Bn Clonmel) Condolences to Helen and family.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a Anam Dilis
May 2012
Peter Green
Please remember ex Cpl Peter Green who died this time last year 21 May 2011
May he Rest in Peace
Sgt John Carney
John died in a tragic car accident on the 06 May 2004.
Rest in Peace John