Obituary

New Zealand Tablet, Volume LI, Issue 43, 15 October 1924, Page 15

Obituary

MRS. MARGARET MAHONEY, CHRISTCHURCH. There passed away on August 25 a highly respected resident of Christchurch, in the person of Mrs. Margaret Mahoney, widow of the late Daniel Mahoney, of Carlton Street, Merivale. The deceased was a very devout Catholic, and being of a kindly disposition enjoyed the esteem of a wide circle of friends. The interment took place in Linwood Cemetery; , Rev. Father Roche, S.M., celebrated Requiem Mass at St. Mary’s Church and officiated at the graveside. The many expressions of sincere sympathy extended to those of her family who survive her and mourn their loss, testified to the respect in which the deceased was held. —R.I.P. MR. DANIEL FINNIGAN, NELSON. Deep regret was expressed when it became known that Mr. Daniel Finnigan had passed peacefully away at his residence, 58 Tasman Street, on the 20th ult,, at the ago of 62 years. The deceased was born in Co. Cork, Ireland, and came to New Zealand in 1880. He was engaged in mining pursuits on the West Coast for a period of twenty years, after which he came to Nelson in 1904, being an employee of the Nelson. City Council up to twelve months ago. Although quiet and retiring, he unobtrusively performed many charitable acts which will long be remembered by those who sought after help and kindness. Much sympathy prevails for his widow and family of seven daughters and five sons, his only sister Mrs. Costigan of Greymouth, and his only brother Mr. Denny Finnigan. The funeral took place after Requiem Mass for the repose of his soul being celebrated at St. Mary’s Church by Rev. Father Hoare, who also conducted the last sad rites at the graveside, where the large cortege was a fitting tribute to the high esteem in which he was held. —R.I.P.