Friends of Rathfredagh

13/10/2026

We're sad to announce that Justin Tomondo, who lived in Liosán Court in Newcastle West, has passed away. He will be missed by all of the staff and service users in Limerick Cheshire. May he rest in peace.

08/10/2026

Rathfredagh Cheshire Home got a lot of awards that day. Well done to all.

28/09/2026

We are very sad to hear of Teresa O'Sullivan's passing. Teresa worked in Rathfredagh Cheshire Home for many years and we have fond memories of her. Sincere condolences to all her family from staff and service users of Rathfredagh. May she rest in peace.

The death has occurred of Teresa O’Sullivan (née Flynn) of Ballingarry, Limerick Ireland, on 25/09/2026. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

15/07/2026

A big thank you for everyone who attended our car boot sale in support of Rathfredagh Cheshire Home on Sunday the 5th of July. We hope you all enjoyed it. We got very positive feedback. We'll let you know on this page and in other media if there's going to be another one or any other fundraising activity for that matter. Here are some photos from the day, courtesy of Catherine Selley.
Update 17/07: Some more photos added.

19/06/2026

We're sad to inform you of the passing of Russell Dante, last Wednesday, 17/06/2026. Russell, we will miss you.

Healing Streams Christian Fellowship will officiate a Final Farewell Ceremony on Friday evening 19th June at 7:30 p.m. in Rathfredagh Cheshire Home.

All staff, residents, family members, and friends are welcome to attend and join us in paying our final respects to Russell in Rathfredagh (V42 RW63).

He will be removed to Thompsons Funeral Home on Saturday and will be Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street on Sunday (21st June) from 4.30pm to 6pm. Funeral arriving at Shannon Crematorium on Monday (22nd June) for a funeral service at 12pm. https://rip.ie/death-notice/russell-dante-limerick-south-circular-road-633933

04/06/2026

Instead of the Annual Garden Fete, Rathfredagh will be hosting a Car Boot Sale on Sunday the 5th of July 2026. Slot availability is limited, so book your space early (see poster for phone numbers). Entry fee for non-sellers is 2 Euros per person. Our eircode is V42 RW63.

20/05/2026

There will not be a 2026 Garden Fete at Rathfredagh Cheshire Home on the first Sunday of July, so we're not taking in any donations of goods. We will keep you updated on any planned activities.

26/01/2026

The 20th of January 2026 was a staff appreciation day. 5 Staff members were awarded with a long service award. Three staff members work in Rathfredagh for 25 years, one staff member for 31 years and one staff member for 35 years. Congratulations to all involved and a huge thank you to Kevin Barry for providing the entertainment.

17/01/2026

Nominate a charity for a Movement for Good award now.

23/12/2025