Callan Obituaries
Hugh Callan 1832-1891
Death of Mr. Hugh Callan, Dundalk
The people of Dundalk were painfully startled on Sunday morning by the intelligence of the death of Mr. Hugh Callan, of Bridge Street, which took place very unexpectedly the night before. Mr. Callan had been somewhat weak in health for some time, but no fears of his death were entertained by his family. He was in his ordinary condition of health up to midnight on Saturday and had been attending to his business as usual. He was suddenly seized with illness, and though medical aid was quickly summoned it could not avail to save his life -- all that could be done was to prepare his soul for the fast approaching end -- and in a few hours he breather his last. His death is much regretted in town, where he was well known and respected by everyone. His remains were on Tuesday interred in Castletown cemetery, and were accompanied to their last resting place by an extremely large and representative assemblage of townspeople of all classes and creeds. --RIP.
The chief mourners were Messrs Peter and John Callan (sons); Patrick Callan, Chapel Lane (brother); Michael and Patrick J. Callan, Chapel Lane, and Edward Markey, Newtownhamiliton (nephew).
The Dundalk Democrat and People's Journal
30 May 1891
Patrick Joseph Callan 1858 - 1925
The Death of Mr. P. J. Callan, solicitor
The death of Mr. P. J. Callan, solicitor, which took place rather unexpectedly on Momday morning severs a link with past political activities in Louth. Mr. Callan, especially in his younger days, was a keen politician. He had a natural gift of oratory which made him a promient figure at local meetings, both of the National LEague and after the split of the Federation. He took a leading part in several contested elections on behalf of Mr. T. M. Healy; but was never a bitter politician.
Mr. Callan had another gift which made him more widly popular -- a sweet and flexable baritone voice, which made him a welcome figure on local concert platforms. He was a pupil of the late Mr. T. V. Parks in the old Christian Brothers singing classes founded by Brothers Holland and Ledwich a good many years ago.
After occupying for many years a position in the office of the late Mr. Charles MacMahon, Mr. Callan studied for the legal profession and was admitted a solicitor some 16 years ago. n his profession he earned the repute of being an honourable advocate and devoted to his clients' interests. He was formerly a prominent member of several local associations, notably the Young Ireland and Catholic Young Men's Societies; and acted as hon. sec. to the latter in connection with the building of the Hall on Jocelyn street.
Mr. Callan was a very devout Catholic, most attentive to his religious duties. He died as he had lived, a fervent and faithful son of the church. His funeral to Castletown on Tuesday was very largely attended by townspeople of every class and creed. The chief mourners were Messrs John McKone (son-in-law), Jas. Callan (brother), J. Slack (brother-in-law), J. Callan, A. Callan and V. Slack (nephews), J. Delany (cousin), M.Wade, John Wade, H. Louth, R. Morgan, and J. Callan (relatives). ...
Mrs. Callan and family desire to return sincere thanks to the many friends who sympathized with them in their bereavement, and hope they will accept this acknowledgment.
The Dundalk Democrat
26 September 1925
Peter Callan abt 1808 - 1885
Death of Mr. Peter Callan, Bridge Street, Dundalk.
In the death of Mr. Peter Callan, Dundalk has lost one of its oldest and most prominent citizens. For more than half a century he took an active part in every charitable, religious, and political movement connected with Dundalk and Louth. He was a member of all our local boards, and in the days when the ascendancy party ruled supreme at the workhouse board, they had in him a sturdy, outspoken, vigorous, and unflinching opponent. At the meetings of the Town Board, he was, up to a recent date, a regular attendant. Three years ago, when an effort was being made to infuse 'new blood' into the Harbour Board, he was induced to become a candidate on the night before the election. To canvass the electors was then an impossibility, and his return under such circumstances was a convincing proof of his popularity. A fe months ago at a meeting of the Harbour Board, at which every member was present, he was unanimously elected to the important position of chairman. His failing heath, however, did not permit him to discharge the duties of that office more than once or twice. For the past three months he was unable to attend the meetings of any of the boards. He became weaker day by day, and for some weeks past it was evident his end was not far distant. Nothing that medical skill, or the affectionate regard of the members of his family could suggest to alleviate his sufferings, was left undone. During his illness he was strengthened and consoled by the ministrations of religion, and on Wednesday evening his spirit calmly passed away to another and, we have good reason to hope, a better world. His demise is regretted not alone by the people of Dundalk, but also by those of the entire county, for through the length and breadth of Louth Mr. Callan was as well and as favourably known as in Dundalk. His remains were interred in Castletown cemetery on yesterday, and the immense concourse of people - of every class and creed - who took part in the funeral procession, was a proof - if such were needed - of the respect in which he was held during life, and of the regret occasioned by his demise.
The chief mourners were:- Messrs Hugh, Patrick and James Callan (sons of the deceased); and Masters Michael, Hugh, and Peter Callan (grandsons).
The Dundalk Democrat
18 July 1885
Peter Callan 1825 - 1889
Death of Mr. Peter Callan, Bridge Street
On Sunday last there died Mr. Peter Callan, Bridge Street, an old and respected inhabitant of the town. For many years he had been a most exemplary member of the Total Abstinence Society, and in the course of a long and useful life he gained by his honest and uprightness the respect of all who knew him. His Funeral on Tuesday was very largely attended.
The chief mourners were -- Messrs P. J. Callan and James Callan (sons), M. Bryne (brother-in-law), J. Bryne, J. Nolan, Roger and Michael Morgan (nephews).The pall-bearers were -- ... H. Callan ... [Mr. J. Finegan carried out the funeral arrangements.]
The Dundalk Democrate
23 Nov 1889
Peter Callan 1871 - 1909
Death of Mr. Peter Callan
With sincere regret we chronicle the death of one of the most deservedly popular men in Dundalk - Peter Callan, of Bridge Street - which took place on Sunday morning last after an illness of some week's duration. Mr. Callan, though quite a young man has had for the past ten or twelve years a place on several of the local Boards - the County Council, the Urban Council and the Board of Guardians - at all of which he was an exceedingly useful member. He enjoyed the widest popularity in the town generally, but more especially in his own Ward, where he was invariably returned at the head of the poll at any contested election. Personally he was on of the kindest of men. His charity was unbounded and in many a poor household in Dundalk and surrounding districts he was in the time of severest trouble a friend in need. His kindliness and forbearance and his own genial manner and manly and warm heart were to a great extent the secrets of his popularity. He never had an evil word to speak of anyone - friend or opponent. He was an ardent and sincere Catholic, and affectionate husband, and never was there a more devoted father. The death of his wife, which took place only two or three months ago, was a blow from which he never recovered. They were united in bonds of far more more than ordinary affection and the loss which he sustained by her early death completely prostrated him. He leaves behind a large family of young children, who are thus doubly bereaved within the space of a few months. His death has caused the greatest regret to all who knew him. The funeral on Tuesday last to St. Patrick's Cemetery was one of the largest that ever left Dundalk. It was attended by nearly all the members of the Boards of which Mr. Callan was a member, and by delegates from the IN Foresters, and the A O H and other local bodies in which he took and Interest.
The chief mourners were Frank and Peter Callan (sons), John Callan (brother), Michael Callan (cousin), H.F. Murphy, John MCDonald and Thos Mallie (brothers-in-law).
Dundalk Democrat and Peoples Journal
11 September 1909, page 4
Mary Collins McGovern
Mrs. F. P. M'Govern, 91, Former Teacher, Dies
Mrs. Mary A. (Collins) McGovern, 91, member of a prominent Conshohocken family and talented elocutionist and former teacher, died suddenly yesterday. Mrs. McGovern, who resided at 143 W. Third Ave., Conshohocken, was stricken early in the day with a heart attack and was removed by George Clay ambulance to Sacred Heart Hospital, where she died late yesterday afternoon.
Mrs. McGovern was the last of seven of the late Joseph and Margaret Jordan Collins, early Conshohocken residents. She lived most of her life in Conshohocken with the exception of several years when she resided in Pittsburgh where her late husband, Frank P. McGovern, conducted a real estate business.
Mrs. McGovern was widely known as an elocutionist and appeared at many parish and community events and recited at a Philadelphia function as recently as last Spring.
She was a former teacher in St. Matthew's Parochial School and also in Manayunk parochial schools. She was the only surviving member of the Class of 1882 of St. Matthew's High School. She was former president of the school's Alumni Association, president of the former Women's Catholic Alliance of St. Matthew's Parish and a member of the choir for more than 60 years.
Survivors are three daughters and a son, Mrs. Mary M. Hendrick and Anna, both at home; Mrs. Harold Dunn Sr. of Jersey City, N.J. and Francis R. of Pittsburgh. Two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive.
the funeral will be held from the late residence at 8:30 Saturday morning with a Solemn Requiem Mass at 10 in St. Matthew's Church. Internment will be in St. Matthew's New Cemetery.
Norristown Times Herald
3 July 1957
Elizabeth Callan
May 31, at the Convent of the Sacred Heart of Mary, Newry, Eliza, (in religion Sister Mary Joseph Philipina) daughter of Mr. Peter Callan, Dundalk, aged 37 years. Her remains were interred on Thursday last, in the Convent burial ground. May her soul rest in peace.
Dundalk Democrat
date unknown
Patrick Callan
CALLAN February 4, 1909, at his residence, Seatown, Patrick Callan, fortified by the rites of Holy Church. R.I.P. Deceased was well known all over this district as a pig1dealer and was a quiet, inoffensive and honest man. He had been for a long while ailing; and prepared for his last end with resignation and devotion. The funeral took place yesterday (Friday) to St. Patrick's Cemetery. The chief mourners were John Callan (brother), James and Mat Brady (nephews) Bernard Roddy, Richard Kieran, Philip McArdle and Patk Corcoran (cousins) ... (Mr. Peter Callan carried out the funeral arrangements,)
Dundalk Democrat
6 Feb 1909
Joseph Collins 1859 - 1917
DEATH RESULTS FROM A SLIGHT BRUISE. Joseph Colins (sic) Died Suddenly Yesterday BODY WILL BE SENT HERE
Joseph Collins, a former resident of this borough, died yesterday at noon, at his home, 611 East Chelton Avenue, Germantown, after a short illness. His death comes as a sever shock to his relatives and his many friends, many of the latter not being aware of his illness.
About a week ago, while riding in a trolley car, Mr. Collins struck his right knee against an object in the car. He suffered a bruise which he deemed but trifling and ignored it. Within a short time, the injury gave him much pain and he consulted a physician. A cartilage in the leg became affected and gangrene set in. His condition rapidly became beyond the control of medical science and death resulted yesterday.
Mr. Collins was very well known here having resided here for years. He was an expert on engines and boilers. At the time of his death, he was an engineer at the plant of the Curtis Publishing Company.
Mr. Collins was the son of Joseph and the late Margaret Collins of this borough and was born in Philadelphia. His family removed here during his boyhood and it was here he spent his youth and early manhood.
Mr. Collins is also survived by his father and the following brothers and sisters: Harry and Frank Collins, of this borough; Edward and John Collins of Philadelphia; Mrs. Mary McGovern and Mrs. Albert Miller, of this borough.
The funeral will be held from his late residence, Thursday morning at 8:30 o'clock. Solemn high mass of requiem will be celebrated at the Immaculate Conception at 10 o'clock. the internment will be at St. Matthew's new cemetery, this borough.
The Conshohocken Recorder
Tuesday, May 29, 1917
Margaret Callan McArdle
Margaret Callan (of Francis Street) was born around 1831.
Margaret died on 27 October 1909
Her obituary (of which I have a copy, but no source citation--I think it was probably the Dundalk Democrat) reads as follows:
DEATH OF MRS. MARGARET M'ARDLE, DUNDALK
The death occurred on Wednesday last, of Mrs Margaret M'Ardle, widow of the late Robert M'Ardle and mother of the well-known Dublin Surgeon of that name. The deceased lady belonged to a highly respectable family and her demise, even at the ripe age of 78 years, is deeply regretted.
THE FUNERAL
took place yesterday (Friday), when the remains were laid to rest in a grave adjacent to the main Altar in the old Catholic Church in Castletown Cemetery. The family tombstone is in itself a history, the earliest burial, that of a Patrick M'Ardle, dating back to 1711, his residence being given as of Falmore, while her [SIC] daughter, Eleanor Fitzsimons, was buried there in 1787. The deceased lady, who for many years suffered with the greatest patience and resignation from acute rheumatism, was so deservedly respected
in the town and district that, as might be expected, the funeral cortege was large and representative.
Mrs M'Ardle had attained a ripe old age, and had many consolations towards the end. The unremitting attention of her two daughters, who devoted themselves to her, lightened the pain of her illness, while at the very end she had the satisfaction to know that her son; John, the eminent Dublin Surgeon, had been elected Professor of Surgery to the new University, while all her sons
have distinguished themselves in various walks of life. Edward, the eldest, occupies a leading position at the Bar in Chicago, Robert is
making a name in medicine in Birmingham, Patrick is the National advocate for the Knights of Columbus in America, Peter is a successful engineer in Chicago, while James is mining in Alaska. Her great grief was the loss, a few years ago, of her son, Joseph, who died in discharge of his duty in Kartoum, as a surgeon in the Egyptian army. The Sirdar wrote home of him that "he would
adorn any position, social, political, or musical in the service of his Majesty.
The last prayers for the dead were said by the Very Rev Father Quin, Adm. Dundalk, assisted by a large number of clergymen from the neighbourhood.
The chief mourners were--Surgeon John S M'Ardle, Dublin, and Dr Robert F M'Ardle, Birmingham (sons); Robert M'Ardle and Stephen M'Ardle (grandsons);
Laurence, Francis and Thomas Callan (nephews); p.71
W G Doyle, Dr Flood, Dundalk; Duke-Savage, Dublin; and Mr J B Dineen, Dublin. The cergymen [SIC] present were--Rev Father Quin, Adm.; Rev Father Lyons, CC; Rev Father M'Donald, Rev Father M'Keown, Rev Father Ryan, OP; Rev Father Kirwan, OP; Rev Fr. Wrafter, SJ; Very Rev Rather Corcoran, St. Mary's (Marist Father.); Father Arthur Byrne, CC; Rev Father Murray, PP; etc. Amongst the family friends present from a distance were--Messrs M T Fitzgerald, JP; Dundrum; M Nugent, Dublin; J M'Ardle, Drogheda; etc.
Mr J Finegan had charge of the funeral arrangements.